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Experiential Travel
WHERE ELSE? 1. SAN SEBASTIÁN, SPAIN
Despite a population of just 186,000,
this beautiful Basque city is famed for its extraordinary gastronomy. Boasting 16 Michelin stars (including a trio of three- starred establishments) it wows gastro- tourists with its indigenous Franco-Basque cuisine. T e city also has fabulous tapas bars, for those who prefer an informal setting. See
sansebastianturismo.com/en/eat/michelin- stars
2. POLAND A backdrop for the Second World War and
a key ally of the Soviet Union, Poland has a wealth of fascinating historic and cultural sites, from beautiful, UNESCO-listed Krakow to Warsaw, with its mix of historic and Stalin- esque architecture, to the death camps at Auschwitz and Treblinka. Checking boxes for cultural- as well as history-themed tours, it is a fascinating alternative to the more crowded European cities and battlefi elds. See poland. pl/tourism/history-poland
3. QUEENSTOWN, NEW ZEALAND
T is so-called ‘adventure capital’, close to iconic Milford Sound, is on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. It’s where Kiwis come to get active — with opportunities to set out on walking and biking tours, skiing trips, river rafting, horse trekking and Lord of the Rings-themed tours too. See
queenstownnz.co.nz/things-to- do/adventure-activities
Samples
Peter Sommer Travels has an eight-day cruise on a traditional gulet along the Coast of Dalmatia, taking in Split, Dubrovnik and the islands of Hvar and Korcula, limited to 10 guests. Includes full-board accommodation, harbor fees and crew services, expert guides, entrance fees, airport and site transfers, wi-fi (coverage permitting), all water, teas and coff ees and wine with dinner. Flights extra. From $4,365 per person.
petersommer.com
Goway Travel off ers a nine-day tour of Scandinavia, taking in the rich heritage of the area. Visit the historical cities of
Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm. Travel the famed Flam railway through the Norwegian Fjords. Accomodation, breakfast, two dinners, guides, private coach and porter service included. Flights extra. From $1277 per person.
goway.com
Travel to do Good has a nine-day South African trip, involving community outreach work, combined with cultural tours and winery visits in Johannesburg and Cape Town. The price covers international and domestic airfare, four- and fi ve-star accommodation, airport transfers, local transportation, all meals and tours. From $4,299 per person.
traveltodogood.com
Milford Sound, Fiordland National Park, South Island, New Zealand
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