Summertime in Melbourne is an incredible season, with exciting and memorable experiences to be had. If you want to get to know the locals and join their summer experiences, then Melbourne is the perfect place to be. From art exhibitions to golf courses and cultural festivals to fresh seafood, there is something for everyone to Read More…
French Polynesia – A Diver’s Paradise
Hello everyone; this is Shannon. As a scuba diver, I am always looking for places to add to my list for diving. While I have been to French Polynesia twice, I have yet actually to get underwater there! So as you can imagine, I am really hoping to go back to dive in both the Read More…
What is it like to travel in New Zealand now?
Hi everyone. It’s Shannon, and I have just returned from a trip to New Zealand. While travel has not returned to exactly the same as before COVID, it is easy and very safe to travel to New Zealand. The weather was stunning. Consider November for your trip. Here are some tips: Immigration/Customs. New Zealand has Read More…
Benefits of Shoulder Season
The demand for travel has skyrocketed in the last six months. After two years of most of the world being shut down, people are ready to explore! And many have decided that their bucket list trips can’t wait any longer. Those dreams of 4-6 week holidays are being realized. For places like Australia and New Read More…
Australia has recently opened the borders to the world!
G’day mates, this is Corinne, and having just come back from my own travels to visit family in Australia, I have a few insider tips and tricks to share in order to make your travels go as smoothly as possible. Things to think of ahead of arriving at the airport: Purchasing your Australian ETA Read More…
Costa Rica, it should be on your bucket list
Hi everyone, it’s Shannon. Recently I had a chance to travel to Costa Rica for two weeks. Costa Rica is a newer destination for Down Under Endeavours, and it will not disappoint! Costa Rica is a wonderfully safe country with multiple ecosystems to explore. Here are some top points you should know: With a two-week Read More…
Four Things You Need to Know about Aruba
Hi everyone! It’s Shannon! I just returned from a lovely four days on the beach in Aruba. And yes, before you ask, we can book a trip to Aruba for you. Aruba is part of the ABC islands in the Netherlands Antilles, which means they are outside the hurricane belt in the Caribbean, and that Read More…
Top 5 Reasons to visit Blackberry Mountain on your next holiday
After returning from our first family holiday at Blackberry Mountain, I can say I feel totally refreshed. And here’s why: 5. Location, location, location Blackberry is well located within close proximity to the East Coast, Midwest, or South. An easy 1.5-hour Chicago to Knoxville flight plus a 40-minute drive into the mountains, and you have Read More…
Best Places in Fiji: Island Guide
When is the last time you tasted the salt on your lips after a dip in the ocean… Drifted off to sleep, watching the clouds roll by a cotton candy sky… Or sipped cocktails and had an amazing outdoor star-lit private dinner… These are just a few of the amazing experiences you will find on a Read More…
Ready to plan your next adventure? Look to the experts for assistance
Ready to plan your next adventure but don’t know where to begin? Your trusted travel experts here at Down Under Endeavours and Africa Endeavours are here to help you navigate the ins and outs of luxury travel now. When do you want to travel? Demand is at an all-time high for travel this year, particularly Read More…
Why Iceland is a great place to travel to now
I was recently reminiscing about my trip to Iceland and thought I would tell you a bit more about it. I would say that Iceland is very comparable to New Zealand in the types of activities that are available. Both are worth a visit but read below for the most important differences between the two. Read More…
Traveling to Mexico during a pandemic
Hi everyone! It’s Shannon. I am happy to report that I just returned from my first trip to Mexico. I can’t believe it took me this long to visit our neighboring country, but I am so glad that I had the chance to experience travel during the height of the pandemic. This trip was a Read More…
Things to consider when booking holiday travel
Since the pandemic shut down most countries across the world, most Americans have had planned trips canceled or postponed for the year. We know that holiday travel is on your minds and that a lot of you really just want to travel again. With places in the Caribbean and Africa opening up to Americans, the Read More…
Traveling on Election Day
Election Day is just around the corner! Voting is your chance to have some control over what happens to your family and community. As citizens, it is our right to weigh in on the issues that affect our country and the people who lead it. Can you still register to vote? Voter registration deadlines are Read More…
Exclusively Yours: A luxurious private Fiji paradise
For those who have ever dreamt of having their own private resort, Six Senses Fiji are making fantasies a reality with exclusive hire of their entire villa collection. The perfect group getaway, Six Senses Fiji is offering use of the resort villa accommodations for up to 20 guests, along with incredible inclusions. There’s no better Read More…
Why renting a Caribbean villa should be on your travel wishlist this winter
If you are like many of us who migrate to the warmer climates in the south for the winter, traditionally to states like Florida, Texas, and Arizona, this is the year to switch things up by renting your own private villa in the Caribbean. Exclusive Use and a Pool all to yourself! There’s something truly Read More…
Why should I book my 2021 or 2022 trip now?
In the age of a global pandemic, it may not feel like the right time to be planning travel. We understand you may have had to put current and upcoming travel plans on hold – we definitely have. And with quarantine measures in place, we know we are all craving for the time when we Read More…
What is it like to travel now during the Covid-19 pandemic?
We understand it can be difficult to stay on top of any changes needed for your travel in 2020 – requirements for travel seem to be changing daily! Here are some answers to the questions you may have now about traveling. What is it like to fly during Covid-19? Each airline has its own set Read More…
What is it like to fly to the Caribbean during a pandemic?
Guest Blogger: Our Mate, Derek Stewart- Sales Manager at American Airlines I recently visited Antigua and was so impressed with the warm welcome I immediately received walking off the airplane! The airport staff was so helpful and professional in the way they handled the Covid screening process keeping passengers socially distanced while waiting in line, Read More…
Perfect Weekend Getaway – Big Sur and the Post Ranch Inn
San Francisco is a personal favorite weekend getaway for me, but next time you are planning a trip to the City by the Bay, make it a long weekend, so you have time to explore Big Sur and The Post Ranch Inn. Spending a few days in San Francisco and a few days along the Read More…
What does a post-quarantine flight look like?
When you work in the travel industry, hopping on a plane, train, vehicle, or boat is a regular occurrence. So naturally, spending three months at home (and canceling a 2.5-week trip to Australia) was a rare occurrence. Albeit, I enjoyed my time with the dogs, and the house projects have come along quite nicely; it Read More…