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For #WorldWildlifeDay this year, Indagare shared 15 places where travelers can answer the call of the wild, responsibly. "Getting up close and personal with wildlife is every animal lover’s dream,” writes editor Peter Schlesinger, “but many of these experiences are actually harmful to the very animals that we profess to love so much.” See the full list of Indagare-approved hotels that offer opportunities for animal encounters: https://lnkd.in/eDErWkUv

Indagare founder Melissa Biggs Bradley just returned from hosting Indagare's first-ever Insider Journey to Sri Lanka, with stops in Galle, the ancient city of Sigiriya, the tea hills and beyond. Visit the link below to read more on Melissa’s discoveries—observations, favorite hotels, great shops, the best activities—plus, Melissa shares six essential Sri Lanka travel tips. https://lnkd.in/eA9KE52K

Indagare’s Kathryn Nathanson is just back from visiting Paris, where she got an early look at what it's like to visit Notre-Dame since its reopening. After a multi-year reconstruction effort from the devastating 2019 fire, there are new additions (like the Olympic victory bell from last summer’s games, plus an entirely redesigned visit route), as well as certain projects still underway (including a controversial stained glass window installation). The beloved cathedral is once again attracting crowds of travelers and locals alike. Read Kathryn's tips on visiting Notre Dame now: https://lnkd.in/eBq4yAEZ

Did you catch The White Lotus season premiere? Our latest newsletter taps into the hit series and pop-culture phenomenon, highlighting all things Thailand. We shared updates to our Thailand destination guide, starting with the hotels most-booked by our members (including the resort where most of the show’s filming occurred) and a list of our favorite restaurants in Bangkok. The Land of Smiles—thanks in part to The White Lotus—is one of the top trending destinations for 2025 travel. Explore Indagare’s guide, crafted from our staff scouting trips and insider intel, at the link below. https://lnkd.in/esufSwUb

Our latest newsletter shared Indagare’s tried-and-true itineraries for the spring. What's in store for Indagare's members this year? A mix of longer sojourns in the South African bush to weekends in Europe’s culture capitals—plus, of course, getaways on this side of the Atlantic. https://lnkd.in/gyBhZcER

Indagare’s Best Family Spring Break Ideas 🏝️ Discover our favorite spots for a multi-gen getaway, including indulgent villa rentals, beachfront resorts and the ultimate outdoor adventure lodges at the link below. Plus, get ideas, tips and advice from our Trip Designers. https://lnkd.in/ekQQUfRd

With Valentine’s Day on the horizon, we’re dreaming of the most romantic hotels around the world. From an historic lakeside villa in Italy to the remote corners of the Ouarzazate desert, we shared 50 hotels that envelop guests in the magic of their destinations allow for a fairytale-worthy love story. See the full list, including some special #IndagareAdored properties, at the link below. https://lnkd.in/dkkUPRyM

Indagare takes you inside France’s most exceptional hotels in a special five-part video series, produced for Atout France - The France Tourism Development Agency and the Palaces de France. Discover what it takes for a hotel to earn the prestigious Palace distinction—and what truly sets these legendary properties apart. Episode 1, A Distinction Defined, is now available to stream at the link below. https://lnkd.in/ewAF5J6M

Indagare in the news: Eliza Harris, Indagare COO and resident New Zealand expert, was featured in Amy Louise Bailey’s article “A Snob’s Guide to New Zealand” for Town & Country Magazine. (Yes, we're inspired to move after reading—and you can't say we didn't warn you.) Read Amy’s full story here:  https://lnkd.in/erFBzg3W

Indagare in the news: Founder Melissa Biggs Bradley was featured in Julie Weed’s article “Solo Vacations: Traveling Alone Is Now a Group Activity” for The New York Times. The piece dives into the growing number of travel companies that are bringing together solo travelers through professionally planned itineraries (like our Indagare Journeys) and how these trips can forge lifelong friendships around passion points. Plus, these group trips ease the burdens of coordinating dates, logistics and transportation. “People are seeking curated trips that turn into multiday friend-finding events,” explains Melissa, who shares the number of solo travelers on our Indagare Journeys have quintupled since 2019. Read Julie’s full story here: https://lnkd.in/dB_HxJQ5