Kumuka’s top 10 reasons to travel
	Get away from it all A a picture tells a thousand words. Venture a little further >
	Learn about new cultures the advantage of free time built into Kumuka tours mean you have freedom to really learn about the people who live in the country you travel to. Discover West Africa >
	Learn a new language There is nothing like immersion to really learn a language, live with a family on location and learn twice as fast as you would on a traditional course at home. Check out a Spanish School >
	Take great photos Let’s face it, taking photos of your domestic cat after a while can become monotonous. A shot of a Lion in the Serengeti looks much better on your wall. Game Drives in Tanzania >
	Eat great food No exotic restaurant can really replicate the real thing. A Taste of Asia >
	Relax It’s impossible to really charge the batteries at home. You’ll always find a chore to do. To really relax you need someone else to do the work. Treat Yourself >
	Do things you normally wouldn’t do There’s nothing quite like being caught up in the moment and throwing caution to the wind. Get active in Peru >
	Get off the beaten track You miss a lot when focusing only on the highlights, our experienced tour leaders help you find your way to the road less travelled. Get lost in Europe >
	Escape the weather Those long cold winters can really get the better of you. Try a little bit of Cuban Sunshine >
	Make new friends When travelling with a Kumuka group you will meet kindred spirits from all over the world. Make new friends travelling North America >
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Meet Anieta Foley, Global Business Manager

Having worked for Kumuka for over a decade and spent the better part of her career in the travel industry, Anieta is often found at the front line of the action and loves to see a good plan run smoothly. She has travelled all over the world and uses her skill sets in all pies that make up Kumuka. To say Anieta is our rock would be an understatement!

In her own words:

Best place visited on holiday? The garden at Elsemere, the home of Joy Adamson at Lake Naivasha/Kenya. There is something about being there, you are so close to nature and it has such a positive vibe.

Favorite foreign saying? As’t net kin sa’t it moat dan moat ’t mar sa’t it kin

What does it mean? It’s Friesian Dutch (north of Holland) translated it means, “nothing has to be done perfectly as long as you do your best.”

Best restaurant whilst abroad? Kasteel Wittem in the south of Holland.

If you could invite a celebrity over for dinner who would it be, why and what would you serve? Kath & Kim, can I have 2? It would be suburbia Melbourne in my own home. I would cook Thai style prawns, Chicken Kiev and Crepes Suzette with a bottle of Chardonnay of course.

If you could jump on any Kumuka trip tomorrow, which one would it be and why? Untamed Madagascar, for the wildlife, culture and conservation.

Right now, what are you looking forward to most? The every expanding portfolio of Kumuka tours.

Do you have any quirky habits? Being methodical, everything has a home.

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Kumuka touches down in West Africa

After enjoying 25 successful years in North, East and South Africa we have expanded our product range to incorporate 13 very exciting itineraries in West Africa.

The region boasts sun drenched beaches and tropical rainforests, the landscapes and architecture of the Sahel and the seemingly never-ending expanse of the Sahara desert

This new selection of participation camping tours has a maximum group size of just 12 clients and travel is by private air-conditioned minibus.

All tours are fully escorted by a professional and knowledgeable Kumuka guide and driver and will also utilise local guides for expertise knowledge on day tours included in the itinerary, to ensure that travellers get the most out of their trip to this fascinating region.

Click here and discover a whole new Africa >

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The Henschke family travel through Europe

Hi Meg,

My family and I travelled with Kumuka in mid 08 around Europe on a 17 day tour. My family comprises of my wife Jan and I, both in the twilight years of our 40’s, our 20 year old daughter and our 16 year old son. What a fantastic time we had – discovering the sights of Prague, the experiences of Amsterdam (my sons favourite), the nightclubs anywhere (my daughters favourite) from Paris to Rome. This was a family trip I dreamed about from the first time my wife brought our beautiful children into this world.

Sometimes lifetime dreams can be so hyped up, that by the time you experience the dream it is full of disappointments. Well not this trip – it was fantastic. It was like an extended family holiday with the safe direction of our drivers and guides, and a great group of fellow travellers only interested in experiencing life and having fun. We cant speak highly enough of your staff, including the booking staff in Sydney who also helped greatly with other travel plans before we left.

To any family who is thinking of travelling together on a Kumuka tour – I have only one thing to say: why are you waiting? Just do it. (Actually that's two things, but why squabble over words). There is enough space on a Kumuka tour to find your own Europe, and also a friendly group of fellow travellers and guides to be with when you are seeking guidance or company. Thanks Kumuka, thanks Brian, Gordon, Susan and Kevin, and the friends we made on the trip for a great holiday. Now we are plotting and planning for our next family trip – maybe South America, Greek Islands, Africa... Come on Tatts Lotto.

Regards Greg, Jan, Angela and Justin Henschke

Visit Europe on a coach or family tour >

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Tips for Hair care when travelling!

The thought of getting a haircut in a foreign country where English is not the first language, can be scary. A way to get around this, is, before you leave home, have your hairdresser make a diagram of how he/she cuts your hair. Another hairdresser should be able to read this like a map, and give you a similar style.

If you get your hair coloured, have your hairdresser write down what they use to get your particular look.

If you need to shop for hair products, like conditioner or shampoo, go to a translation website and find out how to spell the required product in the language of the country. When faced with 50 bottles all in German or French, you won’t know if you're buying dandruff shampoo, or frizz control conditioner.

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If history repeats itself, I should think we can expect the same thing again.

Terry Venables - Former Socceroos and England Manager

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