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Eco-luxury Earth Day

By Christopher Hill on May 01, 2022 in Africa, Australia, Central America, Costa Rica, Kenya, Oceania, Regions, South Africa

Earth Day was April 22, and the theme this year is 'invest in our planet'. I encourage you to do that by investing in eco-luxury accommodation on your next trip.

What makes a Kenyan safari a sustainable travel option?

By Calvin Cottar on Apr 16, 2022 in Africa, Kenya, Regions

As a sustainable travel option, a Kenyan safari emphasizes the quality (not quantity) of the wilderness and wildlife, partnerships between safari camps and communities.

Safari and service - the perfect combination for families

By Christopher Hill on Apr 04, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Family Travel, Kenya, Namibia, Regions, Rwanda, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia

Unless you are focused on seeing the likes of tigers, pumas, jaguars, bears, or wolves, Africa is by far the best region for wildlife safaris.

7 packing tips for your first African safari

By Calvin Cottar on Mar 16, 2022 in Accessories, Africa, Clothing, Gadgets, Kenya, Luggage, Regions, Travel Equipment

If you’re considering taking the plunge and going on your first African safari, then get ready for an unforgettable ride, one that for many is the mark of having truly lived! While each place on this diverse continent can be so different to the next, the wilderness of Africa in general is filled with raw

Meaningful luxury family holidays for the Summer of 2022

By Christopher Hill on Mar 01, 2022 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Australia, Bolivia, Ecuador, Family Travel, Hotels, Indonesia, Kenya, Mexico, Middle East, Morocco, North America, Oceania, Peru, Regions, Resorts, South America, Speciality Travel, Turkey, Worldwide, Zambia

Amidst a global pandemic and regional war, life is difficult for many, and my heart goes out to those directly affected. It may seem strange to think about a holiday in this context, but sometimes, we need to get away from the stress and recharge to emerge stronger. A luxury family holiday that includes a

When is the best time to visit Kenya on safari

By Calvin Cottar on Feb 27, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel

Kenya is a country, well-known – and well-loved for many too – for its exceptional biodiversity and natural beauty, game viewing (including the Big 5), and friendly people, with top hospitality standards. It is for these reasons, along with others, that it is listed time and again by industry leaders like Conde Nast, CNN and

The best places in the world to view incredible wildlife all year round

By Paul Johnson on Jan 19, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Asia, Bhutan, Bolivia, Brazil, Caribbean, Chile, China, Dominica, Eastern Europe, Europe, India, Kenya, Madagascar, Mongolia, Nepal, Norway, Pakistan, Paraguay, Regions, Russia, South America, Speciality Travel, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Western Europe, Worldwide, Zimbabwe

Leading long-range optic specialists SWAROVSKI OPTIK, has partnered with wildlife specialist Natural World Safaris, to offer exclusive tips for nature enthusiasts looking to explore the ‘unseen’ and spot incredible wildlife throughout the year in different destinations across the globe. From spotting the elusive Snow Leopard in the Himalayas from January to encountering the striking Puma in Chile from

6 wild reasons to go on a luxury African safari

By Calvin Cottar on Jan 17, 2022 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Kenya, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania

A luxury African safari is a holiday of a lifetime and sits right at the top of many, many people’s bucket-lists. If you haven’t been on a safari or it’s not on your wanderlust wish-list, these 10 reasons might make you change your mind… and reorder your list! Feast your eyes on the beauty and

Top tips for your family safari holiday in Africa

By Calvin Cottar on Oct 21, 2021 in Family Travel, Kenya, Regions, Speciality Travel

A family safari holiday in Africa creates so many opportunities for children to benefit from unique educational, cultural, and developmental experiences. And, if you want your children to build a strong love and appreciation for wildlife and nature, then immersing them in the bush is one of the best ways to achieve this. As parents,

Where and when to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration

By Calvin Cottar on Sep 17, 2021 in Africa, Kenya, Regions, Tanzania

Undoubtedly one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife experiences, the Great Wildebeest Migration in East Africa sees over 1.3 million wildebeest, zebra and antelope driven by instinct to follow the rains across the plains of the Serengeti in Tanzania and the Maasai Mara in Kenya. This Greater Mara-Serengeti Ecosystem has been classified among the “Seven Wonders

What can you expect from purpose-driven travel in Kenya?

By Calvin Cottar on Aug 18, 2021 in Africa, Kenya, Regions

Purpose-driven travel is about engaging in experiences that contribute to sustainability and empowerment. In other words, travelling with purpose means travelling better. And, without even knowing it, the positive impact you are able to make by engaging in environmental initiatives and authentic cultural connections, will in turn make your experience so much more immersive and

Exploring the National Parks of East Africa

By Marc Harris on Aug 11, 2021 in Africa, Kenya, Regions, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda

East Africa is home to an exceptional array of wildlife and different landscapes. From immensely dense jungles to wide-open sweeping grass expanses, no matter what you are searching for, there is a wildlife answer in East Africa. Through exceptional conservation work, both on the ground and behind-the-scenes, East Africa’s National Parks are heralded as some

Magical Kenya safari moments

By Calvin Cottar on Jul 29, 2021 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel

You can never truly say ‘goodbye’ to Kenya because even when you are miles and miles away, the memories made there are good tinder that are always just a spark away from a new safari adventure! If you’ve been on a safari in Kenya, you will know that ‘farewell and see you soon’ is a

Safari with kids in 2021?

By Christopher Hill on Jul 01, 2021 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Family Travel, Kenya, Namibia, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Can you go on an African safari with your kids? Yes! In 2021, with Covid? Yes! This is your best chance to observe wildlife with far fewer tourists jostling for prime viewing positions in safari jeeps. The best months to go are from now to September. Malaria is an obvious concern, more so than Covid

Escaping to a luxury safari home in Kenya

By Calvin Cottar on Jun 23, 2021 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Kenya, Regions, Speciality Travel, Vacation Rentals

If you were to leave civilisation behind, round up 10 of the best people in your life, and all retreat to the wilderness, where would you go? Most of us have thought something like this at some or several points in our life, and for many, a wonderfully wild spot in Africa is the answer

Now is the time for Africa

By Christopher Hill on Jun 01, 2021 in Africa, Kenya, Namibia, Regions, Rwanda, South Africa, Zambia

In many respects, 2021 is the best opportunity to travel to Africa and go on a safari. Here’s why: Covid has dramatically lowered the number of people traveling so if you go now, you can have the place with far fewer other guests This is particularly exciting for the Wildebeest Migration in Kenya and Tanzania

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