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Family Sized Savings On Kidtastic Asia Adventures

09 May 2013 / Compass Editor

For summer 2013, save up to $800 on customizable family tours to Japan, China, Bali, Vietnam, India & more. With summer vacation on the horizon, Kensington Tours is offering special savings on exotic family trips to Asia. From sumo training and samurai interactions in Japan to elephant safaris in Thailand and hot air balloon rides in Myanmar, we're offering families up to $800 off on these exciting adventures for travel between June 1 and September 1, 2013.
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African Safari, Tailor-made Private Tours

Travel, On Your Own Terms

10 Apr 2013 / Compass Editor

If you've ever been on a trip that hit only the most heavily visited tourist destinations, you know how frustrating that can be. While experiencing famous landmarks and historic sites is undoubtedly a rewarding endeavor, if you're just one of thousands in the crowd, it's easy to see why your may not be as you imagined it.
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Travel

Between Hanoi and Angkor Wat

28 Mar 2013 / Compass Editor

Kerstin Sowden, Asia Specialist, had grand expectations of Angkor Wat. Delving deep in to research and reveling in countless pictures she romanticized about standing amidst the ancient ruins, lit by the soft hues of day break. She transformed her imaginations to reality last month on her private-guided Vietnam and Cambodia tour and she's returned more enraptured than when she left.
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Exclusive Access

Introducing New Elite Collection of European Tours

26 Mar 2013 / Compass Editor

Kensington is proud to now offer an Elite Collection of European tours for travelers looking for rare experiences, one of a kind moments, and exclusive access. Experience the grandeur of the Sistine Chapel afterhours alone with expert private guide or walk through Voltaire's private library or tour St. Petersburg on a private excursion led by Dostoevsky's great grandson. These are just a few examples of our extraordinary portfolio, hand-crafted by our team of Senior European Specialists.
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River Cruises

A Festive River Cruise

10 Jan 2013 / Compass Editor

Kensington Cruise Expert, Dana Toma, headed to France and Germany over the 2012 holiday season and treated herself with impressive Christmas gifts; a relaxing river cruise and spirited festivities at the Christmas markets. Dana’s extensive and continued research on river cruising took her to the picturesque Rhine where she cruised through romantic landscapes and charming European cities.
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Cities & Cultures, Food & Wine

Noraly's Love Affair with Colombia

01 Nov 2012 / South America Destination Expert

Noraly Barillas (our South American Destination Expert) grew up with a fascination for Colombian figurative artist, Fernando Botero. Her growing collection of books and posters of Botero’s artwork is a testament to her continued admiration for “the most Colombian of Colombian artists”. Noraly’s lifelong dream to stand among his work and witness it firsthand was finally realized during her recent trip to Colombia.
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Family Fun, Tailor-made Private Tours

Visiting Chiang Mai with Kids

14 Sep 2012 / Compass Editor

Travel Savvy Mom, Jamie Pearson, discovers how Chiang Mai can be enjoyable for the whole family on a private-guided and customized Kensington Tour. She talks about five of her family’s favourite activities including taming tigers, riding elephants and seeing pandas. If you’ve never considered Chiang Mai as a family friendly destination, we’re sure our Travel Savvy Mom will convince you of it! Click here to read the full article.
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African Safari, Tailor-made Private Tours

Madagascar: Discover The Eighth Continent With Kensington Tours

29 Aug 2012 / Africa Destination Expert

As Kensington’s Africa Director, I am overjoyed with our recent addition to our award-winning Africa portfolio – private guided safaris and tours to the eco-rich isle of Madagascar! So unique that ecologists refer to it as the 8th continent, this isolated wonderland’s playful lemurs, phenomenal beaches, baobab trees and outlandish creatures are quietly climbing their way to the top of every globetrotter’s hit list.
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Expedition Cruises

Mark Terry To Speak At Earth Reform Conference - Metro Toronto Convention Centre on Sept 9, 2012

22 Aug 2012 / Compass Editor

Decorated polar explorer and expedition leader Mark Terry will be the Keynote Speaker at the Earth Reform Conference in Toronto on Sunday, September 9, 2012. The event will take place at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. Mark’s talk, 'Exploring The Ends Of The Earth', will focus on his expeditions across the Northwest Passage in the Arctic and down the Peninsula in Antarctica. For event and ticket information, visit: http://earthreform.
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Travel

Being Driven Around The French Riviera For A Day Is Pretty Awesome

15 Jun 2012 / Compass Editor

Miss Expatria, Christine Cantera, is not a fan of tours - big or small. She set aside her reservations for a day and took a private-guided tour of the French Riviera with Kensington Tours. The verdict? "An absolutely fantastic day. We learned a lot, we covered a lot of ground, and we never once felt rushed or wrangled or herded in any way.
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