{"id":10621,"date":"2020-04-01T14:11:54","date_gmt":"2020-04-01T14:11:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/AFRICAtime\/?p=10621"},"modified":"2020-07-13T10:03:33","modified_gmt":"2020-07-13T09:03:33","slug":"5-amazing-destinations-to-add-to-your-radar-for-when-we-can-travel-again","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/5-amazing-destinations-to-add-to-your-radar-for-when-we-can-travel-again\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Amazing Destinations to add to your radar for when we can travel again!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Whilst we all currently have some time to dream we thought we would add these stunning destinations to your radar to consider booking for when we are all able to travel again!<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">Whether you love nature, want some excitement on a luxury African Safari, or simply want to relax and laze around on an exotic Indian Ocean beach, here are some destinations to provide some inspiration for you on what to put at the top of your list!<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">\u00a0<strong>Kenya<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_8603\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-8603\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-8603\" title=\"Lazy Lions in Kenya\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/c29b6168-f6f6-466d-a2a4-19d0ed4c0bcf-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Lazy Lions in Kenya\" width=\"790\" height=\"444\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/c29b6168-f6f6-466d-a2a4-19d0ed4c0bcf-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/c29b6168-f6f6-466d-a2a4-19d0ed4c0bcf-533x300.jpg 533w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/c29b6168-f6f6-466d-a2a4-19d0ed4c0bcf-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/c29b6168-f6f6-466d-a2a4-19d0ed4c0bcf.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 790px) 100vw, 790px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-8603\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lazy Lions in Kenya<\/p><\/div>\n<p>If you are a wildlife lover and want a little bit of adventure we highly recommend a Kenyan safari!<\/p>\n<p>It is the best way to tick off seeing the magnificent \u2018big five&#8217; from your bucket list!<\/p>\n<p>Plus there is no better way to end an adrenalin rushed filled day on an African Safari than with a sundowner in hand whilst the African skies turn a fiery red, orange and pink.<\/p>\n<p>For a taster why not visit our Social Media pages to see some of our Virtual Safaris and read all about our clients&#8217; experiences!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Visas:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You need a visa to enter Kenya. You can either get a visa on arrival at the airport, or before you travel. You can apply for single entry and transit visas on the <a href=\"http:\/\/evisa.go.ke\/evisa.html\">evisas website<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><span class=\"s1\">Find out more about our full range of itineraries:\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/kenya-safari\"><strong>https:\/\/www.somak.com\/kenya-safari<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>India<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_9743\" style=\"width: 760px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9743\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-9743 size-full\" title=\"Jodhpur, Rajasthan\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/IMG_7312.jpg\" alt=\"Blue buildings on a street in Jodhpur, Rajasthan\" width=\"750\" height=\"494\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/IMG_7312.jpg 750w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/IMG_7312-455x300.jpg 455w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/IMG_7312-207x136.jpg 207w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-9743\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Jodhpur, Rajasthan<\/p><\/div>\n<p>India is the seventh largest country in the world and is also one of the world\u2019s most beautiful countries, and if it\u2019s not already on your bucket list, it definitely should be.<\/p>\n<p>Many first time visitors to India choose the &#8216;Golden Triangle&#8217;, which is made up of Agra, Delhi, and Jaipur, plus a bit of Rajasthan added on, if time permits. However, there is so much to see in this diverse and spectacular country and we would be able to suggest the perfect itinerary for you.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">\u00a0<strong>Visas:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">You will require an <span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><a style=\"color: #0000ff;\" href=\"https:\/\/e-visa.co.uk\/india\">Indian Visa<\/a> <\/span>to visit India, (with the exception of citizens of Bhutan and Nepal who do not need a visa). It is essential that you apply for your visa in advance before planning to travel to India.<\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">The best way is to apply for an <a href=\"https:\/\/e-visa.co.uk\/india\">online Indian Visa<\/a> as it is much faster, cheaper, and for ease,\u00a0gets emailed to you, so all you have to do is print out your visa.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>More information on our itineraries:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/india\">https:\/\/www.somak.com\/india<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Sri Lanka<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_9540\" style=\"width: 710px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9540\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-9540 size-full\" title=\"Sri Lanka\" src=\"http:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/IMG_3090.jpg\" alt=\"White Buddha statue in Sri Lanka\" width=\"700\" height=\"350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/IMG_3090.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/IMG_3090-600x300.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-9540\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Sri Lanka<\/p><\/div>\n<p>With an array of holiday experiences ranging from relaxing on beautiful golden beaches, hiking amongst the misty mountains, wildlife viewing, immersing yourself in Sri Lanka&#8217;s intriguing past, enjoying the delicious tea and cuisine,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/sri_lanka\"><strong>Sri Lanka<\/strong><\/a> should be added to your travel radar!<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog margin-bottom-20\">\n<div>Sri Lanka is a relatively small island, and therefore you can pack so much in during a fairly short stay. Whether you are drawn to exploring the ancient Buddhist temples and forts, trekking through the rugged landscapes, visiting some of the numerous tea plantations, enjoying a safari with the possibility of seeing elephants and tigers, or just simply taking the opportunity to relax and soak up the culture, cuisine, and the ever-so-friendly people, speak to us about a bespoke tailor-made holiday that will remain in your memory for years to come.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>Visas:<\/div>\n<div>Visit the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.eta.gov.lk\">Sri Lanka\u00a0electronic\u00a0visa\u00a0website<\/a> several days before arriving. Follow the online application process and pay with a credit or debit card. Once approved, print out the\u00a0visa\u00a0confirmation.<\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<div>More information on our itineraries: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/sri_lanka\">https:\/\/www.somak.com\/sri_lanka<\/a><\/div>\n<div><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>South Africa<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_10553\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10553\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-10553\" title=\"Penguins in Cape Town\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/isabella-juskova-xhq5uyyI2wE-unsplash-819x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Penguins in Cape Town\" width=\"790\" height=\"988\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/isabella-juskova-xhq5uyyI2wE-unsplash-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/isabella-juskova-xhq5uyyI2wE-unsplash-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/02\/isabella-juskova-xhq5uyyI2wE-unsplash-768x960.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 790px) 100vw, 790px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-10553\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Penguins in Cape Town Photo by Isabella Juskov\u00e1 on Unsplash<\/p><\/div>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\">South Africa is an excellent all-round and family-friendly destination. Perfect if you are postponing your family holiday to later this year or early next!<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\"><span class=\"s1\"> With striking landscapes, excellent wildlife and safari routes, diverse cultures, history, wine tasting and much more, this is a country in which to cherry-pick your dream experiences and put together the holiday of a lifetime.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Visas:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>All British nationals are now required to apply for a visa to enter South Africa.\u00a0For more information on visas contact the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/southafricahouseuk.com\/\" rel=\"external\">South African High Commission<\/a>\u00a0or the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dha.gov.za\/\" rel=\"external\">South African Department of Home Affairs<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"div-p\">More information on our itineraries: <span class=\"s1\">\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/south_africa\"><span class=\"s2\">https:\/\/www.somak.com\/south_africa<\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Botswana<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_10305\" style=\"width: 790px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-10305\" class=\"img-responsive wp-image-10305\" title=\"Lush and green Botswana\" src=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/IMG_5114-1024x374.jpg\" alt=\"Lush and green Botswana\" width=\"790\" height=\"288\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/IMG_5114-1024x374.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/IMG_5114-600x219.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/IMG_5114-768x280.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/IMG_5114.jpg 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 790px) 100vw, 790px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-10305\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Lush and green Botswana<\/p><\/div>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Botswana may have diamond-rich deserts but it is the shimmer of the Okavango Delta&#8217;s crystal clear water, the perplexing perspective of the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans and the sight of hundreds of majestic elephants in the Chobe National Park that make it a rare beauty. A country of such wild variety, dramatic scenery and untamed parks, Botswana is one of Africa&#8217;s diamonds, and one to definitely add to your travel radar.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Visas:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>British nationals do not need a\u00a0visa\u00a0to enter\u00a0Botswana\u00a0for stays of up to 90 days.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>More information on our itineraries: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/botswana-holidays\">https:\/\/www.somak.com\/botswana-holidays<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":39,"featured_media":10624,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[437,13,440,5,442,575,11,443,30,576,493,1,580],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-10621","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-adventure","category-botswana","category-culture","category-destinations","category-family","category-india","category-kenya","category-luxury","category-south-africa","category-sri-lanka","category-travel-tips","category-uncategorized","category-wildlife-and-safari"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/90417713_2635600826562954_7202861095436943360_n.jpg","jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack_likes_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10621","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/39"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=10621"}],"version-history":[{"count":7,"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10621\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":10993,"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/10621\/revisions\/10993"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/10624"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=10621"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=10621"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.somak.com\/inspiration\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=10621"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}