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Kristof Eyckmans is a travel writer from Antwerp, Belgium. He’s been living all across the globe and while he loves wildlife and nature, he can still enjoy a good urban jungle.
Review: &BEYOND Mnemba Island, Tanzania

Review: &BEYOND Mnemba Island, Tanzania

ByKristof Eyckmans May 13, 2026May 13, 2026

Everyone has heard about Zanzibar, yet almost nobody knows its hidden gem called Mnemba Island. Located on the north…

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Review: andBeyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge, Tanzania

Review: andBeyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge, Tanzania

ByKristof Eyckmans April 1, 2026April 1, 2026

Tucked away, in the greater Serengeti ecosystem, lies a slice of pure safari magic. Right at the banks of…

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Review: Angama Amboseli, Kenya

Review: Angama Amboseli, Kenya

ByKristof Eyckmans March 17, 2026March 17, 2026

At the bottom of the mighty Mt. Kilimanjaro lies the beautiful Amboseli National Park, known for being the home…

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Top 5 family friendly stays in Kenya and Tanzania

Top 5 family friendly stays in Kenya and Tanzania

ByKristof Eyckmans February 17, 2026February 17, 2026

Kenya and Tanzania have long been among those destinations which people regarded ideal for honeymooners, adventure getaways and so…

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Top 5 places to stay in and around Athens

Top 5 places to stay in and around Athens

ByKristof Eyckmans June 4, 2025June 4, 2025

Greece has been among the world’s most iconic holiday destinations for a very long time, yet many tend to…

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Review: JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa, Maldives

Review: JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa, Maldives

ByKristof Eyckmans May 24, 2025May 26, 2025

The JW Marriott Maldives Resort & Spa opened up in 2019 and has been a solid contender among the…

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Review: Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa, Maldives

Review: Le Méridien Maldives Resort & Spa, Maldives

ByKristof Eyckmans April 28, 2025April 28, 2025

Every now and then, the Maldives calls my name — and this time, it led me to Le Méridien…

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Top 5 new safari lodges in Africa to watch out for in 2025

Top 5 new safari lodges in Africa to watch out for in 2025

ByKristof Eyckmans October 22, 2024October 26, 2024

African safaris are always an experience and certainly when staying in the comfort of a luxury safari lodge. Because,…

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5 family friendly resorts in the Maldives you need to know about

5 family friendly resorts in the Maldives you need to know about

ByKristof Eyckmans August 25, 2024August 25, 2024

The Maldives have long been deemed an adults-only destination, mainly attracting honeymooners and couples who aren’t shy to spend…

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Review: The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands

Review: The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands

ByKristof Eyckmans August 5, 2024August 7, 2024

Known for its unique design and fabled as one of the best in this tropical paradise called Maldives, The…

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Top 5 places to go during the upcoming Winter season

Top 5 places to go during the upcoming Winter season

ByKristof Eyckmans November 19, 2023November 19, 2023

With the summer well and truly behind us and the smell of mulled wine popping up from every corner…

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Review: The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands

Review: The Ritz-Carlton Maldives, Fari Islands

ByKristof Eyckmans April 11, 2023April 12, 2023

When Ritz-Carlton arrived in the Maldives it was one of the most anticipated hotel openings in 2021 globally. With the brand only operating a little over 100 hotels it’s not very common to see them pop up in one of the most iconic destinations in the world.

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Review: Hilton Amingiri Resort & Spa, Maldives

Review: Hilton Amingiri Resort & Spa, Maldives

ByKristof Eyckmans April 1, 2023April 10, 2023

It was just a matter of time for a Hilton resort to arrive in the Maldives even though the brand was already represented by the Waldorf Astoria, Conrad and the Curio Collection. So when Hilton Amingiri Maldives welcomed their first guests and the raving feedback got our curiosity tickled.

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Review: RIO Serrano Hotel & Spa, Torres del Paine, Chile

Review: RIO Serrano Hotel & Spa, Torres del Paine, Chile

ByKristof Eyckmans March 2, 2023April 10, 2023

When travelling to Chile, there is no way around it; visiting the Torres del Paine national park is a must. And it’s here that you’ll find the RIO Serrano Hotel & Spa which serves as the perfect starting point to explore this majestic and utterly beautiful area.

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What to pack for my trip to Antarctica?

What to pack for my trip to Antarctica?

ByKristof Eyckmans February 25, 2023

While many travellers have no issues packing for regular holiday destinations around the world, it suddenly becomes a lot tougher when they need to fill up their suitcase and hand luggage for a trip to Antarctica.

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Review: Swan Hellenic expedition cruise to Antarctica and the Weddell Sea (part 2)

Review: Swan Hellenic expedition cruise to Antarctica and the Weddell Sea (part 2)

ByKristof Eyckmans February 23, 2023February 24, 2023

What can I expect from an expedition cruise to Antarctica? Is it really that cold and will I see any animals? All these questions became a regular occurrence in my dm’s and inbox during my time on the Swan Hellenic Vega in Antarctica.

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