Botswana When Botswana first gained independence in 1966, it was one of the world’s poorest countries, with only 7.5 miles of paved roads and 22 citizens with degrees. Amazingly, Botswana has [...]

By Zen Lynch Aman is a Lynch family favorite and well-known by many of our clients and friends! Originally founded in Singapore, Aman represents the pinnacle of world-class luxury [...]

 It is no secret that our Lynch family tribe has a profound love for the AMAN brand, as described in “Our Passion for AMAN” blog! As of 2009, AMAN has extended their luxurious brand to [...]

Overview Based on our most recent family gorilla trekking trip in 2024, we consider the time with a gorilla family to be the most intimate, emotional wildlife experience anywhere in the world. [...]

A big part of our Lynch family’s fascination with Japan is its unique Shinto and Buddhist-based culture. Despite our many travels to this wonderful land, we are always amazed by the reverence and [...]

Our Galápagos vessel survey includes an assessment of the various vessels plying the Galápagos seas. The quality luxury ships reviewed below range from only 16-20 passenger capacity. [...]

Edinburgh is one of those incredible cities that has it all: charm, fantastic history, great food, endless activities, and a landscape that will mesmerize even the most seasoned traveler. Take a [...]

Regardless of where you travel in Japan, the natives are well-groomed, neat, and fastidiously clean. This extends to streets, homes, office buildings, and wherever, from garbage men with [...]

As an office full of hiking fanatics (having hiked in Patagonia, Atacama, Bhutan, Iceland (Laugavegur Trail), the Dolomites, Nakasendo Trail in Japan, and the strenuous Gorilla Trek in Rwanda!), [...]

The Japanese concept of “Shinrin-Yoku” or “forest bathing” originated in Japan in the early 1980s as a natural therapy to alleviate the pervasive stress of Japan’s growing urban office culture. [...]

We consider a ryokan stay (a traditional Japanese inn) to be the quintessential cultural immersion experience and essential activity on any Japan private tour!  Originally dating back [...]

Personally, I would say that the Korean ajumma’s, aunts or auntie-like figures, are a good gauge for Korean culture itself. They’re a little loud, in your face, slightly haughty at times but they [...]

Overview Based on our most recent family gorilla trekking trip in 2024, we consider the time with a gorilla family to be the most intimate, emotional wildlife experience anywhere in the world. [...]

For the many of us who have enjoyed past early morning visits through the fishy stench of the tuna auction at Tsukiji Market in Tokyo, we are saddened to see the Market’s final move to the new [...]

By Toni Xu My family and I had such a great time traveling with Randy, Bev and Zen, who I hadn’t seen for 15 years! Of all the places to have a grand reunion, Egypt was an incredible one. There [...]

South Africa We are particularly happy to partner with South Africa-based luxury safari provider, Singita, reflecting the history and culture of the native population. In terms of high-touch [...]

Our Complete Guide for First-Time Travelers to South Africa With a wide variety of countries to visit throughout Africa, we feel South Africa is a “one-stop shop” for a well-rounded, somewhat [...]

Botswana When Botswana first gained independence in 1966, it was one of the world’s poorest countries, with only 7.5 miles of paved roads and 22 citizens with degrees. Amazingly, Botswana has [...]

Though we enjoy the picturesque vistas of the Amalfi Coast, we freely admit that we feel the Italian Lake District to be the most idyllic, beautiful area within Italy. Ringed by [...]

Our Galápagos vessel survey includes an assessment of the various vessels plying the Galápagos seas. The ships reviewed range from small, chartered yachts to large 90-100 passenger [...]

Overview Opened with much fortune in 2009, the modernist Acropolis Museum was designed by U.S. based architect, Bernard Tschumi, and Greek architect, Michael Photiadis. Next to the Louvre in [...]

In continuation of our staff’s scouting trips to the Galapagos Vessels in 2016 and 2018, we would like to inform you about the updates made to the Integrity luxury yacht during the unprecedented [...]

Overview Based on our most recent family gorilla trekking trip in 2024, we consider the time with a gorilla family to be the most intimate, emotional wildlife experience anywhere in the world. [...]

Though we have used many beautifully designed chopsticks throughout our various travels to Japan, Bev, Zen, and I have become especially enamored with the Yakusugi brand. The name comes from the [...]

“A Japanese Garden is at once a picture and a poem; perhaps even more a poem than a picture.” – Lafcadio Hearn Japanese gardens are revered for their detail, symmetry, and dedication to nature [...]

Bhutan lies at the edge of the Eastern region of the Himalayas. Well known for being a destination where Buddhists hike to the top of steep mountain ranges to worship at monasteries like the Paro [...]

We read, with great interest, the March 19, 2018, New Yorker article, profiling the enchanting centifolia roses used to create the iconic Chanel No. 5 perfume. Bev and I experienced a [...]

Overview & History Despite experiencing some of the most putrid and indescribable odors we have ever experienced anywhere in the world, we believe a visit to spellbinding and colorful [...]

It’s no secret that Switzerland is full of endless picturesque landscapes and adventures. One of these adventures is the Jungfraujoch “Top of Europe”, which is one of the most popular visitor [...]

The magical scenery of Switzerland can be one of the most stunning landscapes of anywhere in the world to gaze upon. From lush green hills to rigid snowcapped peaks, it is an adventurer’s [...]

By Toni Xu My family and I had such a great time traveling with Randy, Bev and Zen, who I hadn’t seen for 15 years! Of all the places to have a grand reunion, Egypt was an incredible one. There [...]

With an incredible 6,000 islands and 227 inhabited, it can be hard to determine which of the islands are worth a visit when traveling to Greece. We’ve selected six of our favorites, that we [...]

There is arguably no better way to experience Cyclades than by boat. Whether you travel via a luxury yacht, racing speedboat, or classic sailboat, every member of the family is promised a great [...]

Iceland Summer 2018 I will never forget Iceland. It is officially my second favorite place of all time (sorry but Japan is still always first). Aside from the adorable puffins on Drangey Island, [...]

Overview Running since the 1930’s, the Glacier Express passes through 291 bridges and 91 tunnels with the highest point of the route being the Oberlap Pass. A ride on the Glacier Express Train [...]

The ancient Greeks chose Delphi (from delphis, meaning womb) as their navel of the Earth and built the Sanctuary of Apollo here. Despite the continuous influx of tourists and blatant [...]

Atout France, the national French tourist office, has designated a small number of 5-star luxury hotels as “Palace Hotels” based on the property offering the highest level of service and [...]

Mt. Kilimanjaro As the highest mountain in Africa, with its summit being approximately 16,100 feet from its base and 19,341 feet above sea level, it is no wonder why bucket lists [...]

Aboard the M/V Ventus or Stella Australis We feel there is no better way to experience the fjords of Tierra del Fuego and the southernmost part of South America than aboard an Australis [...]

In March of 2019, Kipling & Clark’s lead writer/editor and global destinations specialist, Emily, visited the 29ǀ2 Aurland and stayed for two nights. Currently, the 29ǀ2’s [...]

Overview Though our past hikes on the Milford Track (New Zealand), Inca Trail (Machu Picchu), Glacier (U.S.), and various areas of Switzerland and Austria were particularly memorable, we must [...]

For the many of us who have enjoyed past early morning visits through the fishy stench of the tuna auction at Tsukiji Market in Tokyo, we are saddened to see the Market’s final move to the new [...]

The M/C Endemic is the Galápagos Islands’ newest luxury catamaran, just launched July 8, 2018. The week of August 26, 2018, I was able to scout the Endemic while it was docked at Puerto [...]

What They Are Also known as the Aurora borealis in the north, the Northern Lights are bright, dancing displays of light in the night sky. This enchanting display is actually caused by [...]

Located about a one-hour drive from Paris, The Palace of Versailles is considered one of the greatest achievements of 17th-century French art. The palace was once Louis XIII’s old hunting [...]

Please note our Lynch Family abbreviated 2018 Kiattua Camp snapshot extension from our Iceland Nature Immersion Private Tour. Overview Being only 890 miles from nearby Iceland, [...]

Based on the comfortable life that many of us live in the advanced, first-world countries, it is easy to forget that we are part of a greater world where many are not as fortunate. Regardless of [...]