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Short stay: Abbey Farm glamping, Alby, North Norfolk, UK

By Michael Edwards on Nov 29, 2021 in Accommodation, Camping, Europe, Featured, Regions, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Abbey Farm takes glamping to new levels of indulgence. Look out from the private hot tub on your terrace, Abbey Farm gin in hand, to take in panoramic views of Norfolk’s big skies views. Meanwhile, in the kitchen there is dough to roll out pizzas from a Bertie’s nudja pizza kit before slipping them into […]

Go off the grid with Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle

By Paul Johnson on Oct 09, 2021 in Accommodation, Asia, Camping, Laos, Myanmar, Regions, Resorts, Thailand

Engulfed in magical bamboo jungles and separated from Myanmar and Laos by the gurgling Ruak and Mekong Rivers, Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle captures the life of an adventurer – all set to explore the luxuries of a Four Seasons glamping experience. From spectacular mountain trails and bicycle tours to riverside picnics and private […]

7 of the best glamping options to try in New South Wales

By Paul Johnson on Aug 31, 2021 in Accommodation, Australia, Camping, Oceania, Regions

Prefer not to leave the comforts of home behind when you go camping? Check out these picturesque glamping stays in NSW, from cosy winery escapes to safari-style bush luxury, and plan the ultimate camping trip for when travel opens again. Bubbletent Australia, Blue Mountains Stargazers and romantics will fall in love with these magical clear […]

The best of the Greater Kruger outside the Sabi Sands

By Marc Harris on Jul 24, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, Camping, Regions, Resorts, South Africa

When people think of the Greater Kruger, instantly their mind rushes towards the Sabi Sands. And who could blame them? Filled with a copious amount of wildlife, the Sabi Sands offers some of the most incredible game viewing, especially of the Big 5, across the continent. I would even argue and say that for frequent […]

Unbeatable Tanzania safari deals

By Marc Harris on Jun 09, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, Camping, Regions, Resorts, Special Offers & Packages, Tanzania, Travel Miscellany

Whilst the pandemic does make travelling more complicated for most of us, those who have been lucky enough to get away have been spoilt. With the wilderness of Africa at their fingertips, it is arguably the best time to travel and visit these unspoilt areas. Without the normal number of tourists seen in a normal […]

6 best camps to sleep under the stars in Kenya

By Graham Carter on Mar 26, 2021 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Camping, Hotels, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel

Although the wildlife in Kenya is second-to-none, the stargazing experience is definitely worth mentioning. On a clear night, the stars in the sky are crystal-clear and quite often constellations can be seen. It is said that a naked eye can see up to 2000-3000 stars at a time when you gaze into the sky. In […]

The best honeymoon lodges in Tanzania

By Marc Harris on Mar 12, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, Camping, Honeymoons, Hotels, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

Tanzania is a country of great beauty, from the incredible Great Migration in the Serengeti to its secluded and isolated wilderness areas, a honeymoon of any type is possible here. Seeing as a honeymoon is arguably the most important holiday anybody’s life, it is imperative that it is perfect. Below you will find some of […]

Must visit Tanzania safari lodges in 2021

By Marc Harris on Jan 07, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, Camping, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Tanzania

With 2021 arriving with high expectations, it is hoped that it will fulfil every travel desire that 2020 did not. Tanzania is a country full of wonder and excitement. With the backdrop of Kilimanjaro accompanying your descent into the airport, even the plane journey is filled with beauty. From the endless plains of the Serengeti […]

Zimbabwe’s hidden gems and bespoke holiday retreats

By Beck Edwards on Jan 05, 2021 in Accommodation, Africa, Camping, Regions, Resorts, Zimbabwe

I’m proud to call this beautiful continent Africa, home. If there’s any advice I can give, it would be to never pass up an opportunity to visit Zimbabwe – I can guarantee you’ll want to come back for more, again and again! Renowned for being one of Africa’s most beautiful destinations with a superb all-year-round […]

Your guide to luxury safari camp types in the Maasai Mara

By Calvin Cottar on Aug 23, 2020 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Camping, Honeymoons, Kenya, Regions, Resorts, Speciality Travel

Kenya is ready and waiting to welcome you safely! The Kenyan government has recently opened up the airspace for international flights and has lifted quarantine requirements for travellers coming in from 16 countries, with a Covid-19 negative certificate required to enter. This is excellent news as travel to Kenya is now a real possibility and […]

The best camps by the Ngorongoro Crater

By Marc Harris on Aug 10, 2020 in Accommodation, Africa, Camping, Featured, Regions, Resorts, Tanzania

The Ngorongoro Crater is one of the world’s most famous wildlife destinations. It is a an eco-system quite unlike any other with its huge densities of big five, plus so much more. Although Tanzania open for tourism now, this usually busy destination is beautifully quiet. A couple of nights in the area with one full […]

The best mobile camps in the Serengeti

By Marc Harris on Jul 13, 2020 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Camping, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

The Serengeti epitomises the image of safari. With rolling plains dotted with acacia trees and the kopjes where sleeping lions laze in the morning sun, add the year-round wildebeest migration and you have a recipe for arguably the best place in the world to experience the wild of Africa. When choosing where to stay in […]

5 of the best luxury sleep-outs and treehouses in Africa

By Paul Campbell on Jun 18, 2020 in Accommodation, Africa, Botswana, Camping, Regions, Resorts, South Africa

From simple tented camps set around a fire to large luxury lodges with air conditioning and private plunge pools, there is a vast range of accommodation in Africa to suite every taste and budget. One of the most interesting developments over the last few years has been in increasing popularity of luxury sleep-outs and treehouses. […]

5 of the best escapes in Namibia

By Warwick Blow on Jun 09, 2020 in Accommodation, Africa, Camping, Namibia, Regions, Resorts

In the last few months new phrases have entered the English language and in a short space of time have come to feel familiar. One phrase, perhaps more than any other, stands out, and that is social distancing. We have all been learning how to safely keep our distance from one and other and staying […]

Earth’s top 5 eco-luxury places to stay

By Christopher Hill on May 02, 2020 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, Camping, Central America, Costa Rica, Fiji, Hotels, Oceania, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Thailand

Further to my last post about travelling sustainably when we can travel again, this post highlights my Top 5 favourite accommodation providers that take sustainability seriously, both in their design and construction, and their daily practices. Kasiiya Tented Camp, Costa Rica The latest eco-luxe camp in the Americas, the forest and wildlife have top priority […]

11 unforgettable adventures in Kenya

By Willow Constantine on Mar 05, 2020 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Camping, Kenya, Regions, Speciality Travel

Kenya has a glamorous reputation, due in part to the extraordinary adventures of Karen Blixen and the savvy expat community calling this African nation ‘home.’ In Kenya, this same community was the driving force behind several successful wildlife conservancies. Today, tourists travelling to Kenya enjoy offbeat activities due to the fact that conservancies are owner […]

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