Here at Turquoise, we like to do things a little differently. Our itineraries are unique and we like to add a twist, especially when it comes to planning tailormade journeys. This time, we’re exploring some of our lesser-known destinations, as well as showcasing some of our favourite combinations, new openings and remote island outposts. Two of our team have recently returned from Alphonse Island in the Seychelles, a perfect retreat for water babies and diving enthusiasts, as well as beach lovers and island explorers. We love the remote and unspoiled. Let us be your friend and guide in finding the usual and the unusual, the far-flung oases and hidden gems.
ANTIGUA & ANGUILLA
The ultimate Caribbean couplet
Antigua, quite rightly, is known and loved by many, but her little sister, Anguilla, packs a paradisal punch. Just a short flight from one another, these two islands offer the ultimate Caribbean couplet. Anguilla is a favourite amongst stars and celebrities for its privacy, peace and pristine beaches. With an array of award-winning boutique boltholes and endless toes-in-the-sand beach shacks serving their take on the freshest Mahi Mahi and fries, its authenticity is abundant and charm encapsulating.
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CAP KAROSO, SUMBA
New opening in Indonesia
ALPHONSE ISLAND
A remote hidden gem in the Seychelles
Lovers of the ocean will struggle to find anywhere quite like Alphonse. Formerly an island exclusively visited by fishing enthusiasts, Alphonse now welcomes all guests looking to escape from it all and experience remote island life. The rich sea and bird life is flourishing as a result of the untouched Eden in which the island is located, just 7 degrees south of the equator. Beyond the ocean, the people are what make Alphonse so special. Nothing is too much trouble, whether you’re looking to organise an outing to a local island, order a meal to your beautiful Beach Bungalow or Villa, or simply learn about the island and all her glory… at Alphonse, you’ll arrive a friend and leave as family.
AUSTRALIA
Northern Queensland is closer than you think
We are on a mission to breakdown the distance barrier to our beloved Australia. We’re not denying it’s a long journey, however we feel the six-hour, forty minute flight from Singapore to Cairns is not dissimilar to other journeys many of us don’t bat an eyelid to make. Northern Queensland offers an incredible array of experiences all within one sunshine state. Combine a true Australian outback experience at Mount Mulligan Station with a rainforest retreat, such as Silky Oaks Lodge, before settling into island life, on the stunningly remote Lizard Island.
THE ISLANDS OF TAHITI
The most romantic destination in the world
If you’re familiar with Turquoise, you’ll know part of our heart lies amongst the islands and ocean of the South Pacific. In our humble opinion, The Islands of Tahiti, aka the home of the overwater bungalow, deserve a place on every bucket list. The extraordinarily diverse archipelagos provide an island-hopping dream come true, whether Moorea and Bora Bora, a private yacht cruise in the bountiful waters around Taha’a, a journey aboard the Aranui to the remote Marquesas or diving in Rangiroa’s crystal lagoon. We are proud to be the UK’s leading experts in organising tailormade holidays to The Islands of Tahiti. Our knowledge and passion runs as deep as the ocean and we can’t wait to share it with you.
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SOUTH AFRICA & MAURITIUS
A match made in heaven
The yin to safari yang, every exhilarating game drive and early morning bush breakfast on safari, should be perfectly balanced with some much deserved downtime on a sun-drenched beach. A safari captivates your heart and soul and the lantern lit campfire stories, under a starry African sky, will linger long in your memory. But as the sun sets on your safari adventure, the transition from South African savannah to Mauritian beach is surprisingly seamless. With so many combinations of lodges and island resorts to choose from, we’ve done the research and can recommend first-hand, which will be right for you. Here is one of our favourites….
