April 17, 2023
One of the hardest decisions to make when planning a trip to Kenya is narrowing down which areas of the country to visit while on safari. There are so many options, and each offers such unique wildlife experiences. One particular conservancy, Ol Pejeta, is often overlooked when compared to some of the more widely known Read more…
April 17, 2023
My alarm woke me at 4:30am and I thought it had to be a mistake. But when I remembered I was in the middle of Tanzania, about to go on a hot air balloon ride, I was instantly ready to go. We left camp around 5:20am and drove to the launch site. Since it was Read more…
March 10, 2023
When I think of Africa, there’s one country that stands out to me in particular– Kenya. Not only does the country offer diverse landscapes, jaw dropping views, incredible wildlife, and authentic cultural experiences, but the kindness and hospitality of Kenyans are truly second to none. The country quickly becomes a home away from home, in Read more…
March 8, 2023
When I was planning my most recent familiarization trip, or FAM as we call them in the travel industry, I was offered the option of traveling to either Southeast Asia or South America, both of which are regions I had never explored before. However, as enticing as these incredible locations were, I knew in my Read more…
February 19, 2023
On February 19, 2023, Travel Beyond celebrated its 48th birthday. Founded by husband-and-wife David and Audrey Beal in 1975, the company started with the planning of upscale safaris to Audrey’s home-country of South Africa. Since then, and with their son and daughter-in-law, Craig and Kay Beal, at the helm beginning in 2005, it has grown Read more…
February 15, 2023
Nestled in the heart of East Africa, Uganda is a country often associated with primate trekking. Guests can hike to find the endangered mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, and even golden monkeys. However, there is so much more to experience and explore within the country. From national parks to community engagement, bird sanctuaries to boat rides, Uganda Read more…
February 14, 2023
Uganda is known as the “Pearl of Africa,” and it’s not hard to understand why: spectacular scenery and extraordinary experiences combine to create a breathtaking gem of a destination. Uganda is also well known for offering both traditional safaris and exciting primate treks, with many reserving space on their travel lists to visit the country’s Read more…
December 13, 2022
As we approach the start of a new year, it is time for our annual Travel Beyond ‘Favorite Photos’ collection! Carefully selected by each staff member, these images reflect the many adventures and experiences that made 2022 so memorable. Whether jetsetting abroad or sinking into something closer to home, the photos below remind us that Read more…
December 3, 2022
The holidays are fast approaching, and with it perhaps, the stress of finding the perfect gift for your friends and family. Sports enthusiasts may favor one thing, while theater fanatics might prefer another. Then there is our favorite—the avid travelers. We polled our Travel Beyond experts to ask for their insight and they have identified Read more…
November 30, 2022
In the month of October, I traveled to the incredible and inspiring country of Rwanda with my colleague Megan Huntoon. Prior to my journey, I knew to expect great primate trekking and excitedly prepared for my up-close encounter with the endangered mountain gorillas. Rwanda in fact, houses one-third of the world’s remaining population of this Read more…