New Perspectives Travel
Journeys Into The World Of Politics
In a world of social media, fake news and the over-simplification of complex issues, it is more important than ever to take the time to understand different points of view.
New Perspectives Travel offers fascinating and extraordinary tours – led by real subject experts – to explore political, economic and social issues around the world.
Our tours provide exceptional access to government officials, journalists, academics, politicians, entrepreneurs, artists and activists. Join Us!
Important Disclaimer: All Journeys are only Suitable for People with an Inquiring Mind!
Political Tours
New Perspectives Travel offers fascinating and extraordinary tours – led by real subject experts – to explore political, economic and social issues around the world.
Important Disclaimer: All Journeys are only Suitable for People with an Inquiring Mind!
Our Expert-led Tours
Armenia
Climbing Mount Improbable: The People’s Revolution Armenia
The “people’s revolution” (called locally a ‘revolution of love and solidarity’) of April/ May 2018 led to the most dramatic political changes since Armenian independence. A year later, to what extent have the hopes and aspirations of the revolution been realised? Join us on this unique tour to beautiful Armenia to find out. Read more…
Bulgaria
Rough Around the Edges? The European Union and Bulgaria
Ranked the most corrupt and poorest nation in the European Union, Bulgaria often receives a bad press. But just how fair is this? And what are the implications for the future of the European Union? Join New Perspectives Travel on our expert-led tour to this fascinating and surprising country – rich with history, culture and tradition – to find out. Read more…
Cuba
Life after Castro? Generation Change in Cuba
On April 19th 2018, Miguel Diaz-Canel was appointed Cuba’s new President, the first time in 60 years that a Castro has not held that position. Almost a year later, what has been the impact on Cuba? Join New Perspectives Travel on this wonderful expert-led trip to Cuba to explore what these changes mean and what the future holds for the country. Read more…
Hungary
An Illiberal Democracy in Europe: Understanding Orban’s Hungary
Following an election campaign almost exclusively focussed on immigration, in April 2018 Victor Orban secured an overwhelming victory in Hungary’s election. How and why did this happen? What have been the consequences for both Hungary and Europe? One year on, join New Perspectives Travel to find out. Read more…
Morocco
Between Halal and Haram: In Search of Modernity in Morocco
As a gateway to Africa, Europe and the Arab World, a dizzying mix of cultures, history and geography collide in Morocco. How do these forces play out in the modern day? What are the political, economic and social challenges that arise? Are there broader implications beyond Morocco alone? Join New Perspectives Travel to find out! Read more…
Rwanda
25 Years After the Genocide: Rebuilding Rwanda
For many, the horror of genocide will remain the immutable image of Rwanda; for others, it is the audacity of the country’s ambitions for the future which is driving perceptions. Twenty five years after the genocide, join New Perspectives Travel to find out how this resilient and beautiful country has sought to leave the ghosts of the past behind. Read more…
Vietnam
No Looking Back in Vietnam:
Reconciling Communist Ideology with Capitalist Practice
Vietnam – beautiful, diverse and complex – is a country on the move. As a result of market reforms, Vietnam has moved from being a poor to a middle income country in barely a generation. Join New Perspectives Travel on this fascinating tour to explore how this has been achieved and how a market economy sits with the communist political system. Read more…
Tailor-made
Tailor-made Tours for Individuals and Groups
Do you want to travel individually with an expert? Do you like the tours but can’t make our departure dates? Do you want to travel with your own group? Do you want to go somewhere which we do not currently offer? Do you only have a few days? New Perspectives Travel is happy to develop tailor-made tours.
Please contact us to discuss your requirements and see what we can work out!
Companies
Tours for Companies and Organisations
Are you a business which wants to understand the political, economic and social context of a country? Looking to establish your NGO in a country and want to undertake an assessment first? Are you a university which would like to undertake a study tour? New Perspectives Travel is happy to organise this for you.
Do not hesitate to contact us to discuss your requirements!