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First Look: Inside the New NIHI Rote
A first look at NIHI Rote, where surf, space and the Hospitality Academy come together on one of Indonesia’s most remote islands. Matt and Wahyu share what it felt like to experience the resort at the very start of its story.

Best Places in South America for Bespoke Travel
Explore our guide to the best places for bespoke South America travel, with expert advice, recommended itineraries and the latest hotel openings.

Svalbard: Polar Bears and the Wild Arctic
Louisa journeys through the Svalbard archipelago in search of polar bears, bowhead whales and other Arctic wildlife, travelling from Longyearbyen into the remote pack ice.

First Time in South Africa? Don’t Just Do Cape Town and Safari
Cape Town and safari are only the beginning. This journey goes deeper into the Cederberg, KwaZulu-Natal and Phinda.

Myanmar earthquake relief fund
Discover how our clients helped support Myanmar earthquake relief, raising £16K where The Ultimate Travel Company matched every donation received.

Angola: Africa’s Next Great Frontier?
Angola is emerging as one of Africa’s most compelling destinations. In this Director’s Journal, Hamish reflects on its dramatic landscapes, conservation work and rare sense of discovery.

A Rather Unique Safari Week in Remote Uganda & Kenya
Get inspired by Nick Van Gruisen’s unique safari through remote Uganda and northern Kenya and join us in February 2027 for this remarkable adventure.

Football & Travel: An Extraordinary Bridge Between People
Discover our team’s stories as they travelled around the world, revealing how football became a bridge between people.






