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11 things to do in Havana, Cuba

Cuba seems to be one of the few places in the world where time has stood still due to the long-lasting communist government. The country has resisted modernisations many of its “neighbours” in Central America have adopted. It’s the reason why more and more people want to travel to Cuba.  The capital Havana is the […]

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4 books that will make you want to book a trip to Africa

Are you thinking of taking a trip to Africa? If so, you’re in the right place for a few suggested books to read and inspire you as you plan and enjoy one of our African adventures. Reading a book with a strong sense of place can really add something to your travel experience, and our […]

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Top 10 hikes to experience once in your lifetime

Whether you’re a seasoned trekker or countryside stroller, the world has some simply stunning hikes and walks in the great outdoors just waiting to be conquered. From Peru to Bulgaria, Nepal to New Zealand, there are a whole host of countries out there with some truly breathtaking views and landscapes.  Make this the year you […]

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10 Best ways to save money for travelling

We all know the feeling, a destination has been on your list for months or even years but you can’t book because you don’t have the necessary funds. It’s frustrating and you’re probably spending a lot of time day dreaming about the feeling of finally being there. If this described your current situation then it […]

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5 Top travel experiences for families with young children

It can be difficult to organise a family adventure holiday, especially when you are travelling with young children. Maybe your kids are fairly young and you want them to experience something new that’s age appropriate. Or you have a young child and a teenager and want both to have fun on the same holiday? A […]

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Best places to visit in September 

The changing of seasons doesn’t have to be a bad thing, with September comes exciting possibilities for spend-thrift travellers, which let’s be honest, is most of us. Why not save on flights and accommodation outside high seasons so that you can splurge on gelato and local market souvenirs, or bigger ticket experiences. Did someone say […]

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Elephants – Why we Love Them

One of the most distinguishable creatures on the planet, with huge floppy ears and long trunks, elephants are a favourite at Tucan Travel. The largest land mammal in the world, elephants are found across Asia and Africa usually in family herds. Keep reading for some fun facts about elephants!  Both African and Asian elephants are […]

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8 things to do in Israel

Israel is on the bucket list for many curious explorers and travellers with a keen interest in history. However, a lot of people have the miss-conception that the country isn’t safe to visit. Luckily we can tell you this isn’t true. In fact, travellers return from their visit to Israel telling quite the opposite story. […]

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World Gorilla Day

Today marks the third iteration of World Gorilla Day, an annual event to raise awareness for the conservation and protection of the world’s mountain gorilla population. The event started on 24th September 2017, the fiftieth anniversary of the Karisoke Research Centre in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park. The centre was founded by legendary primatologist and conservationist, […]

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Earth’s greatest stargazing hotspots

There aren’t many things more mesmerising than gazing up at the Milky Way during a clear night sky and gaining a greater scope of the unimaginably colossal scale of our solar system. Whilst the stars can be witnessed regardless of where you are, some places on earth provide astronomical views with such clarity that gazing […]

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