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5 reasons to visit Zimbabwe

By Ash Sofat on Apr 28, 2015 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Attractions, Going Out, Regions, Speciality Travel, Zimbabwe

The Republic of Zimbabwe is a landlocked country bordering South Africa, Botswana, Zambia, and Mozambique. It’s an up and coming holiday destination with a warm climate, fascinating history and culture, an abundance of national parks and world heritage sites, spectacular African sunsets, and exceptional game viewing opportunities – all of which can be enjoyed without

Doing things the local way in Zanzibar

By Ash Sofat on Apr 12, 2015 in Africa, Food and Drink, Going Out, Leisure Travel, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Travel Miscellany

The tropical paradise of Zanzibar has a lot more to tempt visitors with than just temperate waters and its reputation as a honeymoon haven, since its history and culture are fascinating enough to fire the imagination of all ages. A luxury beach holiday doesn’t only need to consist of sunbathing on sandy beaches as you

Top 4 luxury lodges in Tanzania

By Ash Sofat on Apr 09, 2015 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

Tanzania is a place where African adventures come to life, as long-legged giraffes roam the plains and lionesses stalk fleet-footed prey across the Serengeti. It is a destination synonymous with safari holidays and there’s no reason not to enjoy the luxurious comforts of a colonial-styled stay after a morning, or afternoon, expedition into the wild.

Top golfing breaks in Africa

By Ash Sofat on Mar 05, 2015 in Africa, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel

Sun-drenched days, exotic cuisines, majestic wildlife, and beautiful scenery are likely to spring to mind when you think of Africa. For those in the know however, it’s the range of world-class championship golf courses that take centre stage. Africa is still a relatively well-kept secret on the golfing circuit, but with destination golfing holidays swinging

Why is Botswana a holiday hotspot for 2015?

By Ash Sofat on Feb 24, 2015 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Camping, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel

It’s that time of year when we’re all planning our travels for 2015 and now has never been a better time to visit Botswana. ABTA, the UK’s largest travel association, has released a list of ‘Destinations to watch’ in 2015 and Botswana is right up there at number two! The list includes a mixture of

Eat like a local in South Africa

By Ash Sofat on Feb 19, 2015 in Africa, Food and Drink, Regions, South Africa, Travel Miscellany

South Africa is a world class holiday destination with a rainbow nation as vibrant as the beautiful scenery it’s renowned for. Cooking is an integral part of any culture, and with the mixing pot of influences and heritages to draw on in South Africa, you’ll have a variety of rainbow cooking and cuisines to try

Top 10 African adventures

By Ash Sofat on Nov 30, 2014 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Kenya, Namibia, Regions, Rwanda, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Those seeking adrenaline inducing fun on their next holiday should turn their eyes to Africa, a continent renowned for the marvels and mysteries it still hides. From some of the most memorable wildlife encounters, to adrenalin fuelled activities at Victoria Falls, the below activities are ones every thrillseeker should try. Walk with the cheetahs in

The 5 most luxurious lodges in Kenya

By Ash Sofat on Oct 31, 2014 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Camping, Kenya, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel

Are you searching for a safari holiday that provides an African adventure complete with stays at accommodations visited by some of history’s greatest minds, intrepid explorers and royalty? Then the following luxury lodges in Kenya will make your wildest dreams come true! Read on for our five most luxurious lodges to be found in the

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