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DNA Travel
The development of quick, easy and cheap DNA test kits is - in our
humble opinion - one of the great scientific breakthroughs of
recent years. Spit in a test tube (or swab your cheek), post it off
to the lab and within a few weeks you should have an accurate idea
of your DNA lineage. It's pretty remarkable technology, and
hopefully you'll discover some excitingly exotic genealogical
connection to a part of the world you had no idea you were linked
to. In order to provide our clients with the best DNA holiday
experience, we've partnered with one of the finest DNA testing
companies in the world, the UK's very own Living DNA. Founder
Hannah Nicholson says 'we are excited about DNA Travel and our
partnership with Original Travel. When people see their personal
ancestry results, and how many places of the world they come from -
it can spark a curiosity and interest that can lead to us seeing
just how connected we all are. Bringing this information to life
through a tailor-made trip to visit where your ancestors come from
helps put your results into context and provides an incredible
purpose to seeing and exploring the world. We are so excited to
further support people to understand more about themselves.'
Genealogical Travel
While DNA testing is a great way to discover some unrealised
connection to interesting and intriguing places around the world,
DNA results tend to offer quite top-level information, such as
telling you you're 17% Scandinavian (which, as a Brit, is a sure
sign of Viking ancestors). If you get the ancestry bug big time -
like millions around the world - you might want to drill a little
deeper into your family tree to unearth more details from birth
certificates, death records etc. You can then visit the actual
places your ancestors lived. We work with a number of expert
'genies' (genealogists) who can help you put the pieces of your
genealogical jigsaw together, which we can then use to tailor-make
a journey of discovery. There's something particularly poignant
about visiting the street where an ancestor grew up or tracing the
graveyard where they might be buried.
Grandma Memory Travel
Less scientific than the above, but also often a gold mine of
information (and a good excuse to go visit) is speaking to any
ageing relatives to find out if there are any interesting
international connections. Grandma's throw away remark about when
great-grandfather Reginald lived in Madurai in India might turn
into an epic voyage of discovery, and with our unparalleled network
of contacts around the globe we can always help unveil information
and help tailor a trip around your ancestral history.
Our thoughtful experts are ready with ideas, inspiration and advice for your next journey.
Working with you we'll craft an unforgettable trip and tailored itinerary.
We're here to help with everything while you're away from the smallest to the biggest request.
Tom is our 'Heritage Travel' expert and as a seasoned traveller has the inside track on the most memorable adventures.