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Madrid & Seville Special - Savings of $500 per person

21 Feb 2012 / Compass Editor

Spain - Madrid & Seville A Tale of Two Cities Special – Savings of $500 pp 8 Days from $1,999 pp If you`re in search of a sundrenched European summertime escape, this 4* Spain Tours special is the ticket! Sophisticated & teeming with history, immerse yourself in the Madrid's culture, plazas, sites, shopping & food while enjoying luxurious & iconic accommodation.
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Oscar Worthy Adventures: Braveheart, Lion King, Casablanca & More

23 Jan 2012 / Compass Editor

With the Academy Awards only a few weeks away, here's a list of Oscar winning films set in places that make for magic both on & off the screen. So follow in the footsteps of Hollywood legends with this blockbuster list of adventures - because we believe that every travel experience should be award worthy.
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Kensington’s Explorers in Residence Series: Pyramids of Cochasqui, Ecuador

19 Jan 2012 / Compass Editor

One of the greatest discoveries you’re likely to make while visiting Ecuador is the site of an ancient civilization that has a relatively recent history of excavation and exploration called the Pyramids of Cochasqui. When my son Herb – a professor living in Quito – told me about this little-known archeological find I was intrigued! We decided to make our own expedition to this mysterious site.
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Kanchanaburi, Thailand - Solemn History & Tranquil River Views

04 Jan 2012 / Compass Editor

Kensington Tours' Southeast Asia expert, Cindy Kwan, recommends Kanchanaburi as a perfect spot during Thailand Tours to unwind for a few days or hours. Most of its official tourism sites surround the infamous Bridge over the River Kwai but its serene riverside vistas also makes it a popular spot for travelers to relax. The town’s bridge is a must-see for any World War II buff.
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"Travel Resolutions" Are Your Ticket To Adventure This New Year

20 Dec 2011 / Compass Editor

New Year’s Resolutions That Will Enhance Your 2012 Travel Experiences When making New Year’s resolutions for 2012, consider these globetrotting themed suggestions from the Destination Experts at Kensington Tours (www.kensingtontours.com). From tips on saving up for your dream adventure to vowing not to be a typical tourist, making a travel resolution ensures you make the most each valuable vacation day. Happy New Year and Bon Voyage! 1.
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Fatehpur Sikri - Going Beyond The Taj Mahal

13 Dec 2011 / Compass Editor

Kensington Tours expert, Karishma Sharma, suggests going beyond the Taj Mahal to the equally stunning Fatehpur Sikri on your next India Tours- the architectural “Ghost City” of the famed 16th century emperor, Akbar. Built in white marble and red sandstone, Fatehpur Sikri was never finished and the city has been uninhabited for several hundred years, which why it is commonly known as "The Ghost City.
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Angkor Wat - Realizing A Dream With My Father

23 Nov 2011 / Compass Editor

To realize the dream of seeing Angkor Wat by myself would have been an incredibly fulfilling experience. Sharing it with my father was the condensed milk in the proverbial cup of coffee (you see, it’s how coffee is taken in Southeast Asia). I met my father on a Cambodia Tours after having traveled a few months around Southeast Asia on my own. By this time, my traveling momentum was perpetuated by inspiring recommendations from locals and travelers alike.
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Meerkat Madness

19 May 2010 / Compass Editor

Just interacting with the locals - Taken during a private guided Kensington safari though Makgadikgadi Pans National Park, Botswana.
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Into The Mouth Of The Dragon - National Geo Award Winning Tour

06 May 2010 / Compass Editor

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Traveling Tips For Foodies, Readers & Shoppers

13 Apr 2010 / Compass Editor

For Foodies -When traveling through India or Asia bring along some bilingual menus from some of your favourite ethnic eateries back home.
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