Swain Destinations

If the question "Where can I travel right now?" seems to be infiltrating your daily life more and more, let us just say #same. Escaping the four walls we have been social distancing in has become more of a potential reality in recent weeks. But with the ongoing travel restrictions imposed across the globe to curb the spread of COVID-19, many travelers are still left wondering if international travel is possible. The Swain Destinations Team has compiled a list of which destinations are welcoming US travelers to help you plan a relaxing, safe, and well-deserved break in the near future. These destinations offer a welcome alternative for your continued social distancing.

In Episode Twenty-Four of G'Day with Ian Swain, Ian speaks with Graeme Smith, General Manager of Bay of Many Coves, situated on New Zealand's Marlborough Sounds. Located on the South Island, Marlborough Sounds is renowned for its sailing, seafood, and Sauvignon Blanc. Ian and Graeme share the serenity and picturesque vistas that surround the Bay of Many Coves, accessible only by boat or helicopter, and the fabulous culinary delights that the Bay provides.

In Episode Twenty-Three of G’Day with Ian Swain, Ian speaks with Richard Lyon, General Manager of One&Only Cape Town. Ian and Richard chat about One&Only Cape Town’s ideal location on the V&A Waterfront, the iconic experiences Cape Town has to offer, and the spectacular rooms in which guests can recharge at the end of their South African trip. Richard gives us a glimpse into the true relaxation One&Only Cape Town offers guests in one of world's greatest cities.

In Episode Twenty-Two of G'Day with Ian Swain, Ian speaks with Sara Gardiner, Co-Founder of Matetsi Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe. Ian and Sara share insights into Victoria Falls, the beauty and tranquility of the Zambezi River and a little something called Matetsi Magic. Sara Gardiner speaks about Matetsi's idyllic accommodation and remarkable location, from which guests can visit Victoria Falls, cruise along the Zambezi river, go on safari, and enjoy the culinary delights of Matetsi's chefs.

In Episode Twenty-One of G'Day with Ian Swain, Ian speaks with Thierry Dalais, Founder and Chairman of Time + Tide Africa which offers luxury safari camp, lodge, and resort experiences across Zambia and Madagascar. Thierry shares his deep insights into what makes Zambia and Madagascar so wonderful and how Time + Tide preserves the landscape, wildlife, and culture of their destinations through conservation and their Time + Tide Foundation. Experience the wonder of the diversity and wildlife of Zambia and Madagascar as Ian and Thierry take you through the history and values that led to the creation of Time + Tide.

This week marks our Twentieth Episode of G'Day with Ian Swain, a milestone which we would like to acknowledge by thanking all our wonderful guests for sharing their uplifting stories of community, a glimpse into their beautiful worlds, and offering us all a chance to dream of where we will go next. In Episode Twenty, Ian speaks with Tim Stanhope, General Manager of Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley, located in the Blue Mountains of Australia. Wolgan Valley is a secluded sanctuary, a wildlife haven, and a favorite of the Swain Destinations Team for its luxury homestead living. A fitting guest for this milestone episode, Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley is a quintessential Australian Outback experience. Ian describes the property and its surrounds as "magnetic", and this episode illustrates why.

In Episode Nineteen of G'Day with Ian Swain, Ian speaks with Jacques Smit, Marketing Director of Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve located in South Africa. Sabi Sabi is a longtime, cherished partner of Swain Destinations and fellow Safe Travels Program member, as approved by the World Travel & Tourism Council. Jacques and Ian discuss the WTTC Safe Travels Program, how life in the bush has continued throughout lockdown, and what makes the Sabi Sabi experience so special.... #podcast #wwtc #safetravels #southafrica #adventuretravel #luxurytravel #safari #wildlife #conservation

Looking for wide open spaces, plenty of social distancing, and much needed replenishing of the human spirit without compromising on adventure, culture, and beauty? Tanzania is now welcoming international travelers, and we could not think of a more spectacular destination to start your adventures once again. Swain Destinations Travel Consultant, Kathryn Fischer, shares her amazing adventure across Tanzania to get you inspired for the trip of a lifetime.... Watch Kathryn’s Tanzania testimonial to witness for yourself how Tanzania will reignite your spirit. Then head to http://bit.ly/TanzaniaInspiration for more Tanzania inspiration.

Still relatively undiscovered, full of expansive landscapes, and teeming with the wildlife that defines Africa, a Tanzanian adventure is one with culture, wildlife, and relaxation. Tanzania is welcoming international travelers once again and the Swain Destinations Team are excited to create the perfect Tanzanian adventure to replenish your spirit. Swain Destinations Travel Expert, Kat, shares her Top 6 Things To Do in Tanzania to help you get inspired.

In Episode Eighteen of G’Day with Ian Swain, Ian speaks with Janine Duffy from Koala Clancy Foundation and Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours. Koala Clancy Foundation is dedicated to rebuilding koala habitat to ensure the safety and growth of future generations of koalas. Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours provides wildlife tours which allow travelers to see Australia's iconic animals in their natural habitats. Janine Duffy shares how the Koala Clancy Foundation and Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours work hand in hand, restoring koala habitat and offering travelers the opportunity to see koalas in the wild through tours which support their conservation work.

On this #FeelGoodFriday, we are excited to share the fantastic work that our long-time Partner and great friends at Koala Clancy Foundation have been undertaking. Koala Clancy Foundation is dedicated to rebuilding koala habitat to ensure the safety and growth of future generations of koalas. During lockdown, unable to allow community volunteers to help with the tree planting, Koala Clancy has continued their tireless work to rebuild koala habitat using only the Koala Clancy... team. Though this means less trees are planted per day, the dedicated Koala Clancy team have increased the frequency of planting to ensure that they will still reach their goal of planting 10,000 trees during this tree planting season. Swain Destination are a longtime sponsor of the Koala Clancy Foundation and its sister company, Echidna Walkabout Nature Tours and we are proud to recognize the work they are doing, despite the challenges provided by the pandemic restrictions. Tune into next week's episode of G'Day with Ian Swain when we have the pleasure of hosting Janine Duffy, President of Koala Clancy Foundation, to learn more about Koala Clancy and Echidna Walkabout Tours.

In Episode Seventeen of G’Day with Ian Swain, Ian speaks with Jim Roane, Co-Owner of TAASA Lodge located on the northern edge of the Serengeti in Tanzania. Taasa Lodge- Serengeti National Park is uniquely positioned in a private conservancy which offers an authentically Tanzanian experience, with breathtaking views of the Lobo Valley. Jim Roane shares TAASA's stories of community that come from working with the nearby Maasai village, the wonderful experiences that TAASA's location provides, and the Great Migration.

In Episode Sixteen of G'Day with Ian Swain, Ian speaks with Ceillhe and Neill Sperath of TIME Unlimited Tours in New Zealand. TIME Unlimited's tours have won multiple awards for their incorporation of the local communities and Indigenous culture across New Zealand's North Island. Ceillhe and Neill share how they ensure each experience is unique and tailored to exciting all the senses. Listen or watch to learn how the TIME Unlimited team create meaningful experiences by integrating Mori culture and local Kiwi life into their tours.