The Queen’s Favourite Travel Destinations Around The World
From the beaches of Malta to jungle safari in Kenya, her duties took her to most exotic lands!
The Platinum Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II is being celebrated in the UK and the Commonwealth this month to mark the 70th anniversary of the accession of Queen Elizabeth II to the throne. She took the throne at a young age, after the death of her father, George VI. She is the first British monarch to achieve this remarkable milestone. She’s also the most travelled monarch, covering at least 1,032,513 miles and 117 countries across six continents during her reign, earning her the “Million Mile Queen” title. Get inspired by some of the most amazing places toured by Queen Elizabeth on her foreign adventures and plan your holiday with Brightsun Travel.
Kenya
Queen Elizabeth II travelled to Kenya for the first time in 1952 as a princess in place of her father George IV but returned home six days later as Queen who later died in his sleep. She has travelled to Kenya three more times in the later years. Kenya boasts snow-capped equatorial mountains, palm-fringed coastlines and vast savannas with a wide array of wildlife. It attracts a vast number of wildlife enthusiasts in their quest for the Big Fives and the Great Migration.
Plan your African adventure with an exclusive five-night holiday in the 5-star hotel Diani Reef Beach Resort & Spa with return flights as well as add-ons such as complimentary breakfast, airport transfers and walking city tour – all just from £829. The resort is located on the popular Diani beach and boasts 30 acres of private gardens, two pools as well as wellness facilities like steam bath, aromatherapy and facial treatments.
Australia
Her majesty’s fondness for Australia is well-known and has visited several times over the years. Her first trip here was 1954 with her husband, Duke of Edinburgh and she stayed for 58 days travelling extensively. Australia is an unexpected place with world’s oldest cultures sharing space with the new. You can go and trace outlines of 20,000 years old rock art in Kakadu National Park, swim in the clear blue waters of Rottnest Island or admire the iconic sites of Sydney Harbour; there is so much to experience in Australia.
Make the most of your Australia visit with this 5-night luxurious holiday package starting from just £1259 featuring return flights with United Airlines, airport transfers, stay at 4-star hotel Mercure Sydney Parramatta with breakfast and a complimentary Sydney Harbour boat ride. The hotel is situated just minutes away from one of the largest shopping centres in the country and provides comfortable accommodation with swimming pool, restaurant, a bar and parking facilities.
Canada
The Queen has been to Canada over 22 times and has visited almost every province in the country. Her first visit as a queen was in 1957, although she had previously visited Canada with Prince Philip. Canada is a dream destination with sky-high mountains, lustrous glaciers, ethereal rainforests and remote beaches. The country also offers great outdoor adventures such as, snowboarding in Whistler’s mountains, surfing in Nova Scotia, or exploring Prince Edward Island's pink-sand beaches.
Discover Canada with this 3-night holiday featuring return flights with Air Transat, stay at Best Western Plus Toronto Airport with breakfast and Niagara Falls Day Tour starting from just £569. The hotel is located just five miles away from the airport and offers free transfers. It also boasts an indoor pool, an on-site restaurant, a bar and a gym.
Malta
Queen Elizabeth has visited Malta over six times and in fact lived there for two years after her marriage when Duke was in the Royal Navy. The small archipelago of Malta offers exceptional experiences with its reddish-golden beaches, prehistoric temples, and thrilling scuba diving opportunities. Hire a boat from its numerous marinas to explore its waters and if you’re on a short on time and can only indulge in one experience, a ferry journey across Grand Harbour in Valletta is a must!
Experience the best of Malta with this three-night holiday package which includes return flights, all-inclusive stay at 4-star Hotel Santana, return transfers, plus, a free tour to top spots such as Gozo, Comino, the Blue Lagoon and Caves. The property is just 5-minutes away from the beach and boasts a rooftop infinity pool with a bar, an indoor swimming pool, a restaurant, plus a sauna and a fitness room.
Thailand
The Queen visited Thailand with her husband for the first time in 1996 and to welcome her, thousands of Thai people came out on roads amid tight security. The country is well known for its tropical beaches, glittering temples and delectable cuisine. Visitors also have plenty of water sports options, whether its snorkelling in Ko Lipe, diving with whale around Ko Tao or kiteboard in Hua Hin. It is also home to some of the prettiest temples and golden Buddha statues, attracting scores of tourists from across the globe.
This exclusive offer includes 5 nights in Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort & Spa from just £849 pp, featuring return flights, transfers and stay in 5-star hotel with breakfast. The resort is just minutes away from the beach and stretched on 75 acres of tropical landscape with five pools, 8 dining outlets, a fully-equipped 24-hour fitness centre, 3 tennis courts and 2 squash courts, plus a huge Ballroom and a luxurious Spa.
Have you been to any of these places? If you’d like to add one of these destinations to your bucket list, call our travel specialists for exclusive holiday and flight offers and get your customised itinerary.
