Top 6 New Experiences for 2019

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TOP 6NEW EXPERIENCES FOR 2019

New year, new adventures. Our specialists reveal some of the most exciting experiences that 2019 is set to bring...

Eat Ants in Barichara,

1Colombia

Recommended by Anna Barnard “Colombia’s colonial town of Barichara is often hailed as the most beautiful and well-preserved town in the country. You can while away your days wandering through the cobblestone streets, enjoying the fragrance of the ylang-ylang trees that perfume the air. The languid pace of life and dreamy natural beauty have inspired dreamers and artists for centuries. At night, you might find yourself feasting on stewed goat with a side of hormigas culonas (fatbottomed ants), a delicacy that the indigenous Guane have hunted for over 500 years.”

Go behind the scenes at Giza’s

4 Grand Egyptian Museum

Recommended by Sarah Whatman “Scheduled to open in 2020 in Giza, Egypt, the new Grand Egyptian Museum will display over 100,000 of the country’s ancient treasures. Even before the official opening date, however, you can visit its Conservation and Restoration Center. The tour, which is limited to just 50 visitors a day, gives you the chance to see its conservation specialists hard at work in their state-of-the-art laboratories. You’ll get an exclusive peek at the experts as they carefully restore many of the country’s precious relics, including items from Tutankhamun’s tomb, many of which have never been displayed in public before.”

Try a Matatu workshop

2 experience in Kenya

Recommended by Richard French “Driving across Nairobi, you will see (and hear) lots of matatus – local commuter taxis. These are privately owned and operated, and the more extravagant your vehicle, the more young people will want to be seen riding in it. As a result, operators are constantly upgrading their vehicles with ever brighter, more elaborate paintwork, speakers and extras. This experience introduces you to Mo, an artist and mechanic who has pioneered this craze. Visiting his workshop, you’ll hear the story of how he, as a young orphan, added a lot of color to the capital’s streets.”

Sail the Bay of Islands

5 in New Zealand

Recommended by Emma Maidment “The Bay of Islands is, as the name suggests, a region blessed with many secluded coves. While plenty of larger vessels ply its waters, we’ve sought out an experience that will take you away from the crowds. The Ataahua (Maori for ‘beautiful’) is a luxury 40-foot yacht that accommodates up to four people and offers the choice of either a daytime or twilight sailing option. The Ataahua comes pre-packed with food – be it lunch or an evening platter – and there’s even the opportunity to take the helm yourself, or get involved with the many other aspects of crewing.”

Visit a Tay village near Hanoi,

3 Vietnam

Recommended by Leo Felton “Vietnam is home to 54 different minority groups, each with their own history and customs. Just two hours north of Hanoi is a Tay village, which invites visitors to experience their way of life. It’s a welcome break from the fast-paced city, and gives a first-hand look at rural Vietnam. As you walk through the stilted houses, you’ll see tea processed by hand, be introduced to traditional medicines and sit down with a family for a shared meal. But be careful when complimenting the chef – I learnt that for the Tay, it’s bad luck to overly praise someone.”

Enjoy a chocolate-making

6tour in Madagascar

Recommended by Steve Upton “Indigenous Malagasy cacao, known as criollo, is quite rare and mainly used in luxury chocolate. During this workshop you can watch demonstrations by a local artisanal chocolatier, as well as getting hands-on yourself. Each stage of the chocolate-making process is carefully explained, and as you taste the chocolate at each stage, you’ll notice how the cocoa bean’s flavor develops as it’s roasted, then crushed, mixed with sugar (a process called conching), tempered and then turned into chocolate bars by your own hands. At the end of the workshop you’ll be an expert.”

For more information, please contact our specialists on 1-833-357-5600.

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