Spain

October 23, 2017June 28, 2023 / gltravelphotography

Spain has been breaking ground in art, architecture and style for thousands of years. From Catalonia to Andalusia, every region of Spain is home to spectacular experiences. The most familiar in Andalusia is tapas, flamenco as well as classical guitar which all began here. Andalusia is also the proud home of Spain’s most famous building, a jewel of Moorish architecture, Granada’s Alhambra.

Currency is the Euro

Spanish is spoken throughout Spain, however there are also three important regional languages which include Catalan, Galician and Basque. English is not widely spoken.

When to visit Spain:

High Season: June to August, Public Holidays
Shoulder: March to May, September to October
Low Season: November to February

Sagrada Familia Barcelona

Casa Mila Barcelona

Parc Guell Barcelona

Alhambra Granada

Casa Mila Barcelona

Sagrada Familia Barcelona

Barcelona

Alhambra Granada

Sagrada Familia Barcelona

Alhambra Granada

Sagrada Familia Barcelona

Parc Guell Barcelona

Alhambra Granada

Sagrada Familia Barcelona

Casa Battlo Barcelona

Casa Mila Barcelona

Alhambra Granada

Sagrada Familia Barcelona

Barcelona

South Africa

October 22, 2017February 26, 2019 / gltravelphotography

South Africa is the top draw for visitors in sub-Saharan Africa for both its spectacular wildlife and stunning scenery. A truly unique facet of the rainbow nation is the stage for the daily drama of one of the world’s greatest experiments in racial harmony. The intensity of this drama permeates your journey wherever you go, and will likely be the most fascinating and challenging aspect of your travels.

Currency is the South African Rand

Languages are many and varied in South Africa, yet most visitors get by with English.

When to visit South Africa:

High Season: November to March
Shoulder: April to May, September to October
Low Season: June to August

Kruger NP

Table Mountain, Cape Town

Kruger NP

Cape Town

Table Mountain, Cape Town

Kruger NP

Bo Kaap

Table Mountain, Cape Town

Kruger NP

Cape Town

Camp’s Bay

Cape of Good Hope

Kruger NP

Cape Town

Kruger NP

Singapore

October 22, 2017March 23, 2025 / gltravelphotography

First and foremost, in Singapore food is taken very seriously. Whether it’s thrifty hawker fare or Michelin star fine dining, simply follow your nose or join the longest line. Singapore is also striving to be the utopian ‘City in a Garden’ as it feels like there is a new green space to explore at every twist and turn in this sparkling Asian tiger. Of course if it’s shopping you seek, Orchard Road is the Queen and ruler of them all. For the best views in town, fire up your Instagram account as you ascend the Marina Bay Sands Hotel to the refreshing yet spectacular infinity pool in the sky.

Currency is the Singapore Dollar

Language is English, Malay, Mandarin and Tamil

When to visit Singapore:

High Season: December to February
Shoulder: July to November
Low Season: March to June

Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

Gardens By The Bay, Singapore

Singapore

Marina Bay Sands Infinity Pool, Singapore

Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

Singapore

Gardens By The Bay, Singapore

Singapore

Marina Bay Sands Infinity Pool, Singapore

Gardens By The Bay, Singapore

Singapore

Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

Singapore

Gardens By The Bay, Singapore

Marina Bay Sands, Singapore

Gardens By The Bay, Singapore

Marina Bay Sands Infinity Pool, Singapore

Singapore

Marina Bay Sands Infinity Pool, Singapore

Singapore

Russia

October 22, 2017December 9, 2019 / gltravelphotography

The eternal truth of Russia coexists in equally diverse landscapes of icy tundra and sun kissed beaches, ancient fortresses and luxurious palaces, swirly spired churches and lost in time wooden villages. Russia’s vast geographical distances and cultural differences mean you don’t tick off its highlights in the ways you might in a smaller country. For example, Russia has 11 time zones. Last but not least, Russia is full of riddles and surprises to Western thinking, yet it remains its own unique and fascinating creation that everyone should experience for themselves.

Currency is the Russian Ruble

Language is Russian

When to visit Russia:

High Season: June to September
Shoulder: May to June, October
Low Season: November to April

Moscow

Moscow Metro

The Golden Ring

Kremlin, Moscow

St. Petersburg

St Basil’s Cathedral, Moscow

St. Petersburg

Kremlin, Moscow

St Basil’s Cathedral, Moscow

St. Petersburg

St Basil’s Cathedral, Moscow

The Golden Ring

St Basil’s Cathedral, Moscow

St. Petersburg

Moscow

Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, Moscow

St. Petersburg

Cathedral of Christ the Saviour, Moscow

Moscow

Kremlin, Moscow

Peru

October 22, 2017November 18, 2024 / gltravelphotography

Peru is the quintessential South American country that fires the imagination like few other places. Specifically, Peru is home to the most striking image in South America, the awesome cloud topping city of Machu Picchu. Peru is also a country of astounding natural biodiversity. Explorers can experience varied landscapes from parched expanses of dusty desert to the cool sapphire blue waters of Lake Titicaca. Wherever you go, you will be welcomed by curious big hearted folk that tackle tremendous challenges with gusto and a lust for life.

Currency is the Peruvian Sol

Language is Spanish, Quechua and Aymara

When to visit Peru:

High Season: June to August
Shoulder: September to November, March to May
Low Season: December to February

Travel Health: it is especially important that you visit your travel physician prior to this trip as parts of Peru are at altitude. You may need medication to prevent altitude sickness.

Machu Picchu

Cusco

Machu Picchu

Cusco

Machu Picchu

Lake Titicaca

Sacsayhuaman

Lake Titicaca

Sacsayhuaman

Lake Titicaca

Machu Picchu

Cusco

Machu Picchu

Sacsayhuaman

Machu Picchu

Lake Titicaca

Machu Picchu

Lake Titicaca

Machu Picchu

Lake Titicaca

Sacsayhuaman

Cusco

Norway

October 22, 2017December 12, 2023 / gltravelphotography

Few visitors forget their first sight of a majestic Norwegian fjord. Long abandoned farmsteads still cling to the rare rocky outcrop that dot the near sheer cliffs while ice cold cascades tumble spray and gush down to emerald green waters. Not to be missed above the fjords’ peak is the uplifting natural phenomenon that is the Aurora Borealis, or Northern Lights. If you are lucky enough to see them, this dazzling cosmic light show is visible throughout the long night of the Arctic winter from October through March.

Currency is the Norwegian Kroner

Language is Norwegian

When to visit Norway:

High Season: mid June to mid August
Shoulder: May to mid June, mid August to September
Low Season: October to April

Geirangerfjord

Borgund Stave Church

Aurlandsfjord

Loen

Aurlandsfjord

Geirangerfjord

Geiranger

Aurlandsfjord

Geirangerfjord

Borgund Stave Church

Trollstigen

Oslo

Trollstigen

Geiranger

Geirangerfjord

Aurlandsfjord

Borgund Stave Church

Geirangerfjord

Aurlandsfjord

Borgund Stave Church

Geiranger

Loen

Oslo

Geirangerfjord

Loen

Geirangerfjord

Aurlandsfjord

Geirangerfjord

Aurlandsfjord

Borgund Stave Church

Trollstigen

Aurlandsfjord

Borgund Stave Church

New Zealand

October 22, 2017January 9, 2020 / gltravelphotography

New Zealand may be renowned as the birthplace of bungee jumping, however it is more likely that the utterly scenic backdrop of the jagged snow capped profile of the Southern Alps mountain range will steal a ‘Wow’ from your lips. Another truly unique highlight of New Zealand is the Maori culture which is both accessible and engaging. Specifically, it will not take long before you are participating in your very own ‘haka’ experience as well as making lasting memories all over this Pacific paradise.

Currency is the New Zealand Dollar

Language is English and Maori

When to visit New Zealand:

High Season: December to February
Shoulder: March to April, September to November
Low Season: May to August

Queenstown

Aitutaki

Milford Sound

Queenstown

Aitutaki

Southern Alps

Auckland

Queenstown

Aitutaki

Queenstown

Milford Sound

Rarotonga

Auckland

Southern Alps

Aitutaki

Southern Alps

Queenstown

Rarotonga

Nepal

October 22, 2017March 5, 2023 / gltravelphotography

Nepal is a Himalayan gem where adventure and culture go hand in hand. The Kingdom of Nepal is a land of yaks and yetis, stupas and Sherpas, the best trekking on Earth and the closest thing backpackers have to Disneyland. This Himalayan Kingdom is an amazingly diverse country that offers something for everyone. One intrepid adventure through this land is rarely enough. ‘Namaste’

Currency is the Nepalese Rupee

Language is Nepali

When to visit Nepal:

High Season: October to November
Shoulder: February to April
Low Season: June to September, December to January

There is a code of conduct for visiting temples. It is important to act and dress with respect when visiting religious sites. Women may accept a gift from a monk but must be careful never to touch him. Shorts and tank tops are not appropriate. Hats must be taken off when entering the grounds. Shoes must be taken off before going into the temples. When sitting in front of Buddha, sit with feet to the side. Bow in the presence of elderly monks. Giving a small monetary donation will be greatly appreciated. Never point your finger or soles of your feet towards a monk or a Buddha figure.

Travel Health: it is especially important that you visit your travel physician prior to this trip as parts of Nepal are at altitude. You may need medication to prevent altitude sickness.

Patan Durbar Square

Kathmandu Royal Square

Boudhanath Stupa, Kathmandu

Pheriche, Sagarmatha NP

Kathmandu

Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu

Sagarmatha NP

Patan Durbar Square

Boudhanath Stupa, Kathmandu

Kathmandu Royal Square

Sagarmatha NP

Mount Everest above the Khumbu Icefall, Sagarmatha NP

Patan Durbar Square

Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu

Nepali Himalaya

Kathmandu Royal Square

Boudhanath Stupa, Kathmandu

Swayambhunath Temple, Kathmandu

Boudhanath Stupa, Kathmandu

Sagarmatha NP

Patan Durbar Square

Boudhanath Stupa, Kathmandu

Kathmandu Royal Square

Kathmandu

Khumbu Icefall, Sagarmatha NP

Swayambhunath Temple, Kathmandu

Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu

Kathmandu

Sagarmatha NP

Kathmandu Royal Square

Lukla Airport, Sagarmatha NP

Kathmandu

Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu

Kathmandu Royal Square

Swayambhunath Temple, Kathmandu

Patan Durbar Square

Sagarmatha NP

Patan Durbar Square

Swayambhunath Temple, Kathmandu

Nepali Himalaya

Patan Durbar Square

Sagarmatha NP

Kathmandu Royal Square

Sagarmatha NP

Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu

Sagarmatha NP

Boudhanath Stupa, Kathmandu

Nepali Himalaya

Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu

Sagarmatha NP

Pashupatinath Temple, Kathmandu

Boudhanath Stupa, Kathmandu

Swayambhunath Temple, Kathmandu

Sagarmatha NP

Kathmandu Royal Square

Myanmar

October 22, 2017January 9, 2020 / gltravelphotography

Myanmar (Burma) is quite unlike any place you know about. Highlights of this traditional Asian country include the ‘winking wonder’ that is Shwedagon Paya and the 4000 sacred stupas scattered across the plains of Bagan. Pack your bags now while the gilded Burmese pagodas and the traditional ways of Asia endure; this time capsule of a country is no longer off limits.

Currency is the Burmese Kyat

Language is Burmese

When to visit Myanmar:

High Season: December to February
Shoulder: October to November, March to April
Low Season: May to September

There is a code of conduct for visiting temples. It is important to act and dress with respect when visiting religious sites. Women may accept a gift from a monk (lok song) but must be careful never to touch him. Shorts and tank tops are not appropriate. Hats must be taken off when entering the grounds. Shoes must be taken off before going into the temples. When sitting in front of Buddha, sit with feet to the side. Bow in the presence of elderly monks. Giving a small monetary donation will be greatly appreciated. Never point your finger or soles of your feet towards a monk or a Buddha figure.

Yangon

Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon

Bagan

Inle Lake

Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon

Bagan

Mandalay

Inle Lake

Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon

Bagan

Inle Lake

Bagan

Inle Lake

Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon

Bagan

Yangon

Mexico

October 22, 2017January 9, 2020 / gltravelphotography

To explore Mexico is to wander the streets of bustling cities, sleepy villages and the ruined cities of the Maya, the Aztecs and many other great Meso-American civilizations that flourished here long ago. A highlight for many is the Yucatan peninsula which is the cradle of the classic Maya civilization where intrepid adventurers can explore Chichen Itza and Uxmal. At the end of your Mexican adventure, plan to sit back and indulge your senses on the pristine beaches of the Mayan Riviera.

Currency is the Mexican Peso

Language is Mexican Spanish

When to visit Mexico: