Autumn Travel

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Sharing Food - Travel like a Food Writer - Montreal

MONTREAL – TRAVEL LIKE A FOOD WRITER

This exclusive 5-day curated culinary adventure in Montreal promises an immersive experience in the city’s renowned food scene while exploring some of its unique cultural offerings.

Join host, acclaimed food and travel writer Amy Rosen, alongside guest co-host, Jenn Smith Nelson, an award-winning travel writer and photographer, for a journey through Montreal’s singular culinary landscape. A city steeped in French and global influences; Montreal is known for its inventive spirit. The city is awash in restaurants, from bustling food trucks to farm-to-table tasting menus and everything in-between. Local legends, like poutine, smoked meat sandwiches and bagels are there for the taking, as are vibrant ethnic cuisines, fruits and vegetables, cheeses, and locally made products at the Jean-Talon and Atwater markets.

With its thriving café culture, award-winning chefs, and commitment to both tradition and innovation, Montreal is an essential destination for all food lovers.

Oct 20-24, 2025

VEGAN VENTURES – SRI LANKA ADVENTURE

Embark on a delectable and immersive journey with Vegan Ventures through Sri Lanka’s vibrant culinary and cultural scenes.

Vegan Ventures is where foodies and travellers meet. This small-group adventure offers the perfect blend of flavorful plant-based dining and captivating exploration. Savour innovative vegan twists on traditional Sri Lankan fare. Between delectable bites, you will learn about the country’s rich history and be led off the beaten path to hidden gems from Buddhist Stupas to ancient archeological sites to local markets. Join this Vegan Ventures Sri Lanka adventure for your tastebuds.

Nov 1-10, 2026

THE BEST OF MOROCCO TOUR

The Best of Morocco Tour offers a diverse journey through vibrant cities, historic landmarks, serene mountain towns, and charming coastal destinations, blending culture, history, and relaxation.

This unforgettable Morocco itinerary begins in Casablanca, where you’ll explore the vibrant city and its iconic landmarks, including the Hassan II Mosque. From there, head to Tangier, a coastal city with a rich history and Mediterranean charm. Next, discover the blue-painted streets of Chefchaouen, nestled in the Rif Mountains, offering a serene atmosphere and stunning views. Continue to Fes, home to one of the world’s oldest universities and a labyrinth of medieval streets. Your journey then takes you to Marrakech, where the bustling souks, historic palaces, and tranquil gardens await. Finally, unwind in Essaouira, a charming coastal town known for its laid-back vibe, historic medina, and stunning beaches.

PATAGONIA WILDLIFE ADVENTURE

Chile is located along the western coast of the southern cone of South America, and Patagonia is at the end of that cone.

South Patagonia is the last frontier of the American continent. This pristine and unspoiled region is the land of wind, wilderness, and stunning landscapes. During this complete and comprehensive naturalist and wildlife focus journey we will have the chance to explore an impressive array of ecosystems: from the Magellan Straight waters, condor’s cliffs, the vastness of the Patagonian steppe, wetlands, Sub-Antarctic forests and breath-taking mountains and rock formations.

The focus of this Patagonia Wildlife Adventure will be the Puma, the largest mammal of the Andes. We will concentrate our efforts on its search while we also look for other mammals and birds that inhabit this remote location, surviving in one of the most extremes landscapes on earth. Be ready for an epic journey and a truly remarkable experience of connection with nature.

Grizzly bear catching salmon at Great Bear Lodge BC during a guided wildlife tour

BC WILDLIFE ADVENTURE | GREAT BEAR LODGE

Embark on one of the world’s top wildlife adventures — as recognized by National Geographic — and witness grizzly bears in their natural habitat at Great Bear Lodge BC.

Tucked beside a pristine salmon river in the heart of the Great Bear Rainforest, this remote eco-lodge is a dream base for photography and wildlife tours. With only 16 guests hosted at a time, Great Bear Lodge offers an intimate and immersive experience unlike any other. After twice-daily guided bear viewing sessions, return to wilderness-inspired gourmet meals and cozy, eco-friendly comfort.

While most visitors come for the awe-inspiring grizzly encounters, many leave with a deeper appreciation for the intricate rainforest ecosystem that sustains these great bears.

This region is home to one of the highest concentrations of coastal grizzly bears in British Columbia. In spring and summer, grizzlies feed on lush estuary grasses and sedges. Come late summer and autumn, the salmon run draws them to the rivers in staggering numbers — a spectacle of raw nature few ever forget. Thanks to their coastal diet, these grizzlies grow larger than their inland cousins.

Between wildlife tours, guests can join a guided interpretive walk, a scenic boat trip, or simply relax with a book from our extensive natural history library.

Ready to experience Great Bear Lodge BC for yourself? Contact us to learn more or book your stay.

Tambopata Research Center - Chuncho Clay lick - Macaws

PERUVIAN AMAZON EXPERIENCE

Embark on a transformative journey at 1, 2, or 3 ecolodges in Tambopata, where a luxury experience goes beyond comfort and meets purpose in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon Rainforest.

Immerse yourself in innovative citizen science activities, fostering a deep connection with nature and supporting the sustainable development of local communities in the Tambopata National Reserve on a Peruvian Amazon Experience. Your stay transcends the ordinary—it becomes a narrative of conservation, a pledge to be an ambassador for the vibrant Tambopata.

Combine with other Peru itineraries. Contact us for more details.

SRI LANKA ADVENTURE

Travel on a unique adventure to an exotic land that is permeated with spirituality and adventure, Sri Lanka.

During this custom trip, you will realize why Sri Lanka is so irresistible as you encounter timeless ruins, friendly locals, endless beaches, heaps of elephants, epic train rides, famous tea, and delicious cuisine.

This Sri Lanka tour is fully customizable and can be adjusted to best suit your travel needs.

El Camino de Santiago - Hiking Tour Spain

SPAIN HIKING TOUR | EL CAMINO DE SANTIAGO

PORTUGUESE COASTAL WAY: EL CAMINO DE SANTIAGO

For over 1000 years, pilgrims have traipsed wearily across the plains, hills, coastlines, and mountains of the Iberian Peninsula to pay homage at the shrine of St James (Santiago) in Spain’s northwestern city of Santiago de Compostela. El Camino de Santiago de Compostela is one of the world’s most famous and greatest long-distance walks.

Along the way, you may encounter a few who are faithful, but you’re equally as likely to meet a diverse mix of hikers, cyclists and horse riders, or just those on some kind of personal journey. You will be walking north along a more tranquil route – “El Camino de Santiago por la Costa” – the Portuguese Camino by the Coast.

This lesser-travelled part of the Portuguese Camino is stunningly beautiful and follows the coast to Santiago. Meet fellow pilgrims, discover local traditions and enjoy the unique atmosphere of it all, rewarding yourself with good food after a day walking the lush countryside. Don’t worry, you will walk far enough to earn yourself a pilgrim certificate, Compostela, at the Pilgrims Office when you arrive in Santiago. Explore the magic of Santiago’s Old Town, a wonderful UNESCO World Heritage city.

This is YOUR trip, and you can add extra days to shorten your walking stages or stay additional nights in Santiago to explore this fantastic city. Ask our team for advice. lesser-travelled.

CHOOSE YOUR OWN DATE FOR THIS ADVENTURE!

Aqua - Small Ship Luxury Cruise - Mekong River Cruise - Vietnam & Cambodia - Aqua Expeditions

MEKONG RIVER LUXURY CRUISE – VIETNAM

Every itinerary on the luxury small ship, Aqua Mekong, is designed to offer an enjoyable and deeply insightful experience of the stunning Mekong region.

Culture and civilizations have flourished around great rivers throughout history, and the Mekong is no exception. The opportunity to discover rich heritage and traditions enriched by 2,000 years of human history is what makes the Mekong river cruise one of Asia’s most epic and worthwhile journeys on water.

A traveler cruising the Mekong is in close pursuit of a glorious past, retracing significant human accomplishments and cultural highs. From the flourishing of the Khmer empire from the 9th to 15th century to the prominence of Theravada Buddhism in present-day Cambodia and Vietnam, this is one of the few cultural destinations on Earth that’s best explored on a river voyage.

Within each itinerary, activities are also highly personalized. Guests can choose from different excursions throughout the day, and follow a dedicated guide on small-group explorations that set off on Aqua Mekong’s own private skiffs. At the pace you desire, we make it possible to experience the beauty and culture of the Mekong River in comfort and exclusivity.

And no matter what travel plans you have in mind, you can find a luxury cruise itinerary that suits your schedule. Begin by exploring the various itineraries for Aqua Mekong river cruises, which sail from Vietnam to Cambodia and vice versa, or within Cambodia. Itineraries depart from Ho Chi Minh City, Phnom Penh, and Siem Reap.

Panoramic view of Torres del Paine National Park in Patagonia, Chile, featuring snow-capped mountains, turquoise glacial lakes, and a small lodge connected by a footbridge—highlighting the natural beauty of southern South America.

THE ULTIMATE CHILE TOUR

Chile is located along the western coast of the southern cone of South America, and is one of the longest and narrowest countries in the world, with broad cultural and climatic contrasts.

This extensive Chile In-Depth Tour can be tweaked and adjusted to best suit your travel needs. From the highlands to the unexplored southern territories of the end of the world, Chile invites you to live adventures in the middle of the driest desert in the world, and the mysteries of Rapa Nui (Easter Island), in front of thousand-year-old glaciers waiting to be discovered or under the imposing Andes Mountains in the middle of the movement of modern cities such as Santiago.

We’ve designed this Chile Tour to best showcase the highlights of this amazing country. Diverse landscapes unfurl over a 4300km stretch: parched dunes, fertile valleys, volcanoes, ancient forests, clear rivers, massive glaciers, and fjords. A country of geographical extremes, Chile’s diversity is reflected both in its people and its gastronomy, which encompasses the tropical fruit of the far north as well as king crab from southern Patagonia.

Above all, visitors travel to Chile for its remote and shockingly gorgeous landscapes.
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