Beyond the game drive: exciting alternative safaris
When you think of a safari, you probably imagine being in a game vehicle – but this is just one way to explore the bush. There are many other modes of transport when it comes to safari, ever increasing as travellers become more active and more adventurous. Here are some top alternative safaris. Walking Not so […]
5 of the best wellness retreats in Africa
The term ‘wellness’ has come to mean many different things, be it spa treatments and massages or yoga and hiking. Whatever it means to you, there’s no need to let a holiday get in the way of a healthy lifestyle. Here are five retreats offering a range of wellness experiences, from running in the wild […]
Why you should consider a green season safari
There are a number of advantages to travelling in low season throughout southern and Eastern Africa. The hottest, rainiest months are often referred to as the ‘secret season’, because although it’s not the most popular time to travel, safari experts know how rewarding green season safaris can be – and we’re going to spill the beans […]
6 of the best places to travel for Chinese New Year
For those in many Asian countries, Chinese New Year, an annual celebration that kicks off with the new moon between 21 January and 20 February, is the perfect time to take a holiday. Need some inspiration? Here are some of the best places to travel for Chinese New Year. Cape Town, South Africa Cape Town […]
6 of the best ecolodges in Africa
There are many camps and lodges that consider themselves ‘ecolodges’ – but there are some who take this more seriously than others. These six, thoughtful ecolodges offer an incredible, meaningful experience of a destination whilst minimising their guests’ footprint on the planet. Wolwedans, Namibia Though there is a spate of new openings in Namibia, Wolwedans has […]
The best African hotel and safari openings of 2018
2018 sees a spate of exciting new hotel openings across Africa, particularly in Namibia and Rwanda, two of the continent’s current hottest destinations. Some of these are reopened lodges and camps that have undergone a major refurbishment and redesign, while others are brand-new resorts in areas without any previous luxury accommodations. Each one provides a […]
The best family vacation destinations in Africa
Taking the family on safari will inevitably end up one of the most memorable trips you take. The best family vacations are so often all about the special experiences you have together – and Africa has these in bucket-loads. Depending on the age of your children and your travel style and tastes (adventure, relaxation?), there are […]
Safari ideas for solo travellers in Africa
Solo travel is a major travel trend of the past few years. Travellers are no longer being held back by the fact that they might not have someone who can, or wants, to join them on a trip. And safari companies are cottoning onto this too, with many lodges ditching the single supplement during low […]
Six of the best summer vacation ideas in Africa
It’s a happy coincidence that that Northern Hemisphere’s summer holidays overlap with the best time to travel to many African destinations. Winter in Africa usually means dry conditions and cooler temperatures, which animals love. It’s generally still warm enough to wear a t-shirt during the day, so it hardly feels like the winters many of […]
Seven of the most epic honeymoon destinations in Africa
Surely home to the most romantic destinations on the planet, Africa is an easy choice for a beach and bush luxury safari honeymoon. Whether you want to spend this big trip exploring remote areas of wilderness; enjoying private dinners on isolated Indian Ocean beaches; stargazing from your treetop bed in the bush; or all of […]