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The Rise of Sustainable Adventure Travel: How Different Travel Leads the Way

November 3, 2025|Being Different

Adventure travel is changing, and for the better. More travellers are seeking experiences that do good as well as feel good. Gone are the days of travel that takes; today’s explorers want to give back. At Different Travel, sustainability isn’t a trend; it’s a commitment. Since 2005, we’ve believed that adventure should benefit everyone: the […]

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How to Drive a Tuk Tuk in Thailand: A First-Timer’s Guide

October 6, 2025|Uncategorized

There’s something unforgettable about the streets of Thailand. The scent of sizzling street food drifts through the air, scooters weave effortlessly between cars, and above the hum of the city rises the cheerful putt-putt of a tuk tuk engine. For most visitors, riding in a tuk tuk is a fun way to get from A […]

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Preparing for Your First Overseas Trek: All You Need to Know

August 4, 2025|Top travel tips

You’ve signed up for your first overseas trek. How exciting!! Maybe there’s a mix of emotions bubbling away, some nerves, a lot of questions, and hopefully a lot of anticipation. That’s normal. Taking on a challenge like this is a big step, but it’s also one of the most rewarding things you can do for […]

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Trekking Through Grief, Love, and the Power of Support

April 22, 2025|Being Different|Trips

Why People Choose Charity Treks A charity trek is more than just a physical challenge. For many, it’s a journey with a deeper meaning, a chance to remember someone special, raise funds for a cause close to their heart, and connect with others who understand their “why.” Whether it’s trekking through mountains, along coastlines, or […]

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Staying inclusive in the outdoor industry

June 10, 2024|Advice and support

A recent article in the New York Times has talked about the shocking abuse some women have faced in the climbing community. While we are shocked and appalled by the harrowing details of their experiences, we appreciate there is still a lot that needs to be done across the outdoor industry as a whole. While […]

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12 Different Travel ways to wear a neck buff

June 1, 2024|Advice and support

  The possibilities in the ways of wearing a neck buff are endless! This versatile accessory is not only stylish but also incredibly practical and a great companion on any of our treks. Whether you’re an outdoor enthusiast, a fashionista looking to add a trendy touch to your outfit, or simply someone in need of […]

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Training preparation for Madagascar for 2023

April 9, 2024|Advice and support|Trips

With trips to Madagascar later this year, we are delighted to share how recent participant, Nicola Poole, undertook training preparation in readiness for her trip to Madagascar last year. (This post can also be found on Nicola’s website). I have already written a general blog about gym training for treks, but I thought it worthwhile […]

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Charity and Challenge Adventure Combined

March 18, 2024|Advice and support

Since being founded in early 2005, Different Travel has helped hundreds of charities and organisations raise thousands by offering supporters unique ways to get involved. It’s truly what makes Different Travel different! Our charity and challenge adventures are a perfect way for supporters to help raise essential funds for causes close to their hearts while […]

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5 minutes with … Ally Pinney

March 4, 2024|Staff

Introducing … Ally Pinney, Marketing Executive Please tell us a little bit about yourself I didn’t discover my love of travel until later in life! I had my eldest child the day before my 21st birthday so that side of my youth was gone whilst a single parent. Four children later, a few jobs later […]

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Embrace the Best of 2025 Adventure Travel!

February 7, 2024|Trips

If you are anything like the team behind Different Travel, you are always on the lookout for the next adventure travel idea. The thrill of discovering new lands, learning about new cultures and eating delicious cuisine across the world leaves you with the appetite to see and do more and more. That’s the beauty of […]

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