Czechia

October 15, 2017July 13, 2025 / gltravelphotography

Czechia is located in the heart of Europe and is both its physical and emotional centre. The country offers a plethora of castles, bridges, art and music. Start in Prague, the golden city, where you can rub elbows with the friendly locals. Prepare yourself, Czechia is a European traveller’s dream destination.

Language is Czech and English

Currency is Koruny (CZK)

When to visit Czech Republic:

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

Prague

Cesky Krumlov

Prague

Cesky Krumlov

Prague

Cesky Krumlov

Prague

Prague Karlov Most

Prague

Prague Karlov Most

Prague

Cesky Krumlov

Prague

Cesky Krumlov

Prague

Cesky Krumlov

Prague

Cesky Krumlov

Cuba

October 15, 2017January 9, 2020 / gltravelphotography

Cuba will take you back in time. Take in the culture of Havana and check out its crumbling neoclassical grandeur. Visit the beautiful beaches and soak up the sun. Prepare yourself quickly, Cuba is a country of indefinable magic on the cusp of change.

Currency is the Pesos for locals or Cuban Convertibles for tourists.

Language is Spanish. English is very limited.

When to visit Cuba:

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

Malecon Havana

Vieja Havana

Malecon Havana

Vieja Havana

Malecon Havana

Vieja Havana

Malecon Havana

Vieja Havana

Malecon Havana

Vieja Havana

Malecon Havana

Vieja Havana

Malecon Havana

Vieja Havana

Croatia

October 15, 2017November 19, 2022 / gltravelphotography

Croatia has incredible beaches, architecture, culture and history. Don’t miss Croatia’s most popular attraction which is the UNESCO world heritage city Old Dubrovnik. This walled city is so unique, you’ll have to visit to experience it for yourself. As well, enjoy the Diocletian’s Palace in Split as well as the colosseum in Pula and get a glimmer of what it was like to live thousands of years ago in Roman times.

Currency is the Kuna (KN)

Language is Croatian

When to visit Croatia:

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

Rovinj

Split

Dubrovnik

Pula

Dubrovnik

Split

Dubrovnik

Rovinj

Split

Dubrovnik

Split

Dubrovnik

Pula

Dubrovnik

Split

Dubrovnik

Rovinj

Dubrovnik

Split

Dubrovnik

Split

Dubrovnik

Split

Dubrovnik

Costa Rica

October 14, 2017February 9, 2025 / gltravelphotography

Costa Rica is located in the heart of Central America at the epicentre of the new world. It is well known for its spectacular rainforests, wildlife, ecotravel and adventure tourism. Bird lovers flock here for the rare chance to complete their birding bucket list. In Costa Rica it won’t take long to figure out the true meaning of Pura Vida!

Currency is the Costa Rican colon.

Languages are Spanish and English.

When to visit Costa Rica:

High Season: December to April
Shoulder: May to July, November
Low Season: August to October

Papagayo Peninsula

Arenal Volcano NP

Papagayo Peninsula

Arenal Volcano NP

Papagayo Peninsula

Arenal Volcano NP

Papagayo Peninsula

Manuel Antonio NP

Papagayo Peninsula

Arenal Volcano NP

China

October 14, 2017September 15, 2025 / gltravelphotography

China is a world unto itself. Head to Beijing to check out the Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Tiananmen Square and exotic food markets. Take a side trip to the Great Wall of China. Visit the pandas in Chengdu. Bring your credit card for all the shopping in Shanghai. Sail the historic Victoria Harbour in Hong Kong. Culture shock is high, so always have a local guide as well as a translator at the ready.

The currency in mainland China is the yuan. The currency in Hong Kong is the Hong Kong Dollar (HKD).

Languages are Mandarin and Cantonese.

When to visit China:

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

Great Wall of China

Shanghai

Great Wall of China

Shanghai

Hong Kong

Beijing

Shanghai

Great Wall of China

Shanghai

Beijing

Hanging Monastery

Beijing

Great Wall of China

Beijing

Hong Kong

Shanghai

Beijing

Xian

Hong Kong

Shanghai

Hong Kong

Great Wall of China

Chile

October 14, 2017February 22, 2025 / gltravelphotography

Chile is nature on a grand scale, yet travel here is surprisingly easy. Consider a quick flight or a longer voyage by ship to one of the most remote islands in the world, Easter Island, and find out how massive the legendary Moai really are. For the more adventurous traveller, grab a motorcycle by the horns and reinvent the legendary journey through this preposterously thin country that stretches from the incredibly dry Atacama desert through spectacular Patagonia and ends at the shores of the treacherous Drake passage.

Currency is the Chilean Peso (CH$)

Language is Chilean Spanish

When to visit Chile:

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

Rapa Nui, Easter Island

Ushuaia, Patagonia

Anakena Beach, Easter Island

Ushuaia, Patagonia

Patagonia Andes

Easter Island

Tongariki, Easter Island

Patagonia Andes

Ushuaia, Patagonia

Patagonia Andes

Tongariki, Easter Island

Ushuaia, Patagonia

Easter Island

Ushuaia, Patagonia

Anakena Beach, Easter Island

Easter Island

Ushuaia, Patagonia

Tongariki, Easter Island

Patagonia Andes

Rapa Nui, Easter Island

Patagonia Andes

Ushuaia, Patagonia

Easter Island

Ushuaia, Patagonia

Tongariki, Easter Island

Ushuaia, Patagonia

Tongariki, Easter Island

Canada

October 13, 2017March 13, 2024 / gltravelphotography

Canada is the world’s second largest country where you will find second to none hospitality and exceptionally friendly people. As well, the nation’s gorgeous geography features big shouldered mountains chiselled into rugged splendour by glaciers and the always undulating wind, rain and surf of an immense coastline. Highlights of our great country include Niagara Falls (shared with the US), Banff, Old Quebec City, Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, Victoria & Halifax among many others.

Canada’s official languages are English and French

Canada’s currency is the Canadian Dollar ($CAD)

When to visit Canada:

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

Niagara Falls NP

Victoria

Quebec City

Moraine Lake

Banff NP

Lake Louise

Banff NP

Vancouver

Banff NP

Whistler Mountain

Quebec City

Whistler Mountain

Halifax

Niagara Falls NP

Quebec City

Niagara Falls NP

Victoria

Whistler Village

Banff NP

Peggy’s Cove

Moraine Lake

Whistler Village

Bay of Fundy

Banff NP

Quebec City

Victoria

Peggy’s Cove

Quebec City

Joffre Lakes

Banff NP

Moraine Lake

Victoria

Cambodia

October 13, 2017January 9, 2020 / gltravelphotography

Cambodian people continue to embrace the world after three decades of war blighted this beautiful land. Modern Cambodia is the successor state of the mighty Khmer empire which ruled most of Southeast Asia. This makes the ruins of Angkor rivals to the majesty and grandeur of Machu Picchu and the Taj Mahal.

Currency is the Riel, however the US dollar is widely accepted.

Language is Khmer or Cambodian

When to visit Cambodia:

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

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.

Angkor Thom

Angkor Wat

Phnom Penh

Angkor Wat

Ta Prohm

Angkor Thom

Ta Prohm

Angkor Thom

Angkor Wat

Angkor Thom

Angkor Wat

Phnom Penh

Ta Prohm

Angkor Thom

Ta Prohm

Angkor Wat

Angkor Thom

Brazil

October 13, 2017February 17, 2025 / gltravelphotography

Brazil is most famous for the celebration of Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro. This legendary celebration storms through the country’s cities and towns with joyous samba, dazzling costumes, and beach parties that thrive until dawn. Brazil’s attractions also include thundering waterfalls, coral fringed tropical islands, lush rainforests, and powdery white sand beaches. Best of all, Brazil offers splendid panoramas of the mother of all waterfalls Iguassu; an undisputed natural wonder of the world.

Brazil’s currency is the Real (R$).

Brazil’s official language is Portuguese.

When to visit Brazil:

High Season: December to March
Shoulder: April and October
Low Season: May to September

Iguassu Falls NP

Rio de Janeiro

Iguassu Falls NP

Rio de Janeiro

Iguassu Falls NP

Rio de Janeiro

Iguassu Falls NP

Rio de Janeiro

Iguassu Falls NP

Rio de Janeiro

Iguassu Falls NP

Rio de Janeiro

Iguassu Falls NP

Rio de Janeiro

Bolivia

October 12, 2017January 9, 2020 / gltravelphotography

Bolivia is not for the faint of heart! Yes it is rough around the edges, but the benefits significantly outweigh the risks of traveling here. A true highlight is the superlative natural beauty that can be found throughout this great country. Specifically, impressive sights include soaring Andean peaks, steamy Amazonian jungles, and salt crusted flamingo painted deserts. Make no mistake, Bolivia is South America’s most diverse and affordable country.

Currency is the Boliviano (B$)

Languages are Spanish, Quechua, and Aymara.

When to visit Bolivia:

High Season: May to October
Shoulder: October to November
Low Season: November to April

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