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Some stories inspire travel. Others change how you think about it. For more than 50 years, the people behind Big Five have explored destinations, built relationships, uncovered extraordinary experiences, and gained insights that cannot be found in a guidebook. Along the way, we’ve collected stories, perspectives, and ideas worth sharing. Here you’ll find destination intelligence, conversations with experts, sustainability perspectives, traveler experiences, and observations from the field. Together, they offer a deeper understanding of the people, places, and experiences shaping travel today.

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Some insights are best shared through the written word. Others come alive through conversations, experiences, and voices from around the world. Explore stories and videos that inform, inspire, and reveal what makes a destination, culture, or encounter truly unforgettable.

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Behind-the-scenes encounters, rare opportunities, and experiences made possible through long-standing relationships.

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Insights, observations, and expert perspectives from destinations around the globe.

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Stories of conservation, community partnerships, and positive impact through travel.

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Firsthand observations and experiences from explorers, destination specialists, guides, and local experts.

Big Five Perspectives

Ideas, trends, and conversations shaping the future of travel.  Stories Worth Reading. Ideas Worth Sharing.

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We’re on our way!

Date: October 22, 2015 | By: Brenda Lee | Travel Blog

Family and friends, we are on our way to Argentina. I will try to keep you posted, along with photos,...

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Cape Town – Walk, Talk, Eat, Repeat!

Date: October 15, 2015 | By: bigfive | Travel Blog

I’ll bet at least once in your life someone cautioned you against eating and talking at the same time. But what about walking, talking...

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Buenos Aires – Capital of Graffiti

Date: October 8, 2015 | By: bigfive | Travel Blog

In most regions of Europe and North America graffiti continues to be seen as destructive vandalism and is largely stigmatized....

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252 days with your family

Date: October 1, 2015 | By: bigfive | Travel Blog

When our babies are born, 18 years until college seems like forever. But the reality is that when it comes...

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Oh, to be a kid again

Date: September 24, 2015 | By: bigfive | Travel Blog

Are you one of us? Many of us never grew up… entirely. We still have a fondness for fun and...

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Capture the Right Photo in the Right Place

Date: September 17, 2015 | By: bigfive | Travel Blog

“Every 2 minutes today we snap as many photos as the whole of humanity took in the 1800s,” according to...

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For the one who has everything

Date: September 10, 2015 | By: bigfive | Travel Blog

Many of us know at least one person who seems to have absolutely everything. How do you shop for these folks? Well,...

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Yes, just 114 days until the holidays

Date: August 27, 2015 | By: bigfive | Travel Blog

That’s right, the countdown is on and time flies by at rocket speeds. Before you know it, you will be looking...

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Back to School

Date: August 20, 2015 | By: bigfive | Travel Blog

Every classroom across the globe shapes its own space, whether that’s a thatched, open-sided hut in Ecuador or a kitchen...

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When grandparents plan the vacation

Date: August 13, 2015 | By: bigfive | Travel Blog

Casa Today’s grandparents defy the stereotypes of yesterday. They are often younger and have more money, time, energy and enthusiasm...

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