From the blog in 2011

Historical Hotels

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As part of a tailor-made trip with Audley you can choose from a whole host of accommodation options. Among the beautiful boutique hotels and friendly, family-run B&Bs are a number of historically significant properties, each offering the charm of a bygone era and an exciting look into the past.
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New Zealand's Local Experts

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New Zealand’s dramatic scenery draws visitors from across the globe but, for many, Kiwi hospitality leaves an equally lasting impression. By sharing their passions with guests, many locals have created a business for themselves and a once-in-a-lifetime experience for their visitors. Whether you’re a rugby fan, history buff, wildlife enthusiast or lover of fine foods, our favourite properties offer the chance to combine your interests with an expert guide to New Zealand life.
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Top 5 Value for Money Hotels in Southeast Asia

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Southeast Asia has long been renowned as a great value for money destination. We highlight our top five hotels in this remarkably diverse region.
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Thailand in January

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We want to go to Thailand in January but we are unsure which part to visit. We enjoy beach holidays away from commercial areas and as we're in our 50's, we don't want clubs, etc. I liked the look of Krabi and have been recommended Koh Samui. We have never been to Asia and want to go somewhere beautiful and experience Thai culture although we don't mind a two centre holiday. Finally, we do like our comforts but do not have a big budget.
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India, South Africa or the Middle East

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My 50th birthday is on 31st October and my husband and I would like to take a very special 2 - 3 week holiday. We would ideally like to stay in first class accommodation where we can relax, but which is close to a city or area where there are sites/activities which we can see if we wish to. We are not averse to some driving or a two centre holiday. Our budget is around £3000 in total.
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Where to see turtles laying eggs

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Many species of turtle are now critically endangered, and it is thanks to the work of conservationists all over the world that turtle breeding sites are now becoming increasingly protected.
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Thailand or Oman

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We are looking to take a family holiday over Christmas for 10 or 12 days. The children are 17, 20 and 21, so we don't need kiddy type activities. We all need a good balance between rest and activity. We would like to be in the sun, and 'A' level re-sits happen in the first week of January, so study time and not too much jet lag are important! Help!
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Lyn Hughes: Connecting Through Cookery

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Getting under the skin of a culture and really getting to know the people is challenging anywhere in a two to three week trip. This is especially the case in Japan, with traditional reserve sometimes holding people back. Here Lyn Hughes, Editor-in-Chief of Wanderlust magazine, experiences a great way to get to know the locals a little better — all whilst learning a new style of cooking!
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Australia or Thailand

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We are looking for a really, seriously wonderful holiday of a lifetime for my sister's 40th birthday. It is in February and we would want to be warm. We have thought about all kinds of adventures but have had to rule many out as she has children that would come with us, the youngest of whom will be only a year by then. Money is no object, but a real wow factor is essential. Her husband isn't keen on South Africa or anywhere vaguely unsafe like Sri Lanka and Israel. Help!
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Cultural trip to Morocco in September

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My husband and I are looking for a 2-3 week holiday. We prefer to travel May to July or September. We can't do too much sun or heat or much cold at all! Our interests include cultural/historical places, exploring everyday local life, local markets and learning about local people and customs. I'd like a little photography, some exploration of religious traditions and just some plain relaxing. We want some luxury as part of the holiday (near the end) but we don't do beach holidays. We're looking at Southern India but it may be a bit hot then... our budget is around £2k per person. Any help appreciated!
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