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Top 5 luxury African safari bathtubs

By Rose Hipwood on Jan 14, 2015 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Camping, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania - Read ... times

A bath tub may not be something that you associate with the luxury safari industry but it has become quite a symbol of luxury within the camps and lodges which populate East and Southern Africa. Many of the bathtubs offer that moment of true tranquility between game drives which is when you really know you’re […]

5 beachside getaways on the KwaZulu-Natal coast

By Marcel Van de Ghinste on Jan 13, 2015 in Accommodation, Africa, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Regions, South Africa, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel - Read ... times

Long days of sunshine, a sub-tropical climate, and miles of warm Indian Ocean washing footsteps off sandy beaches make KwaZulu-Natal a popular holiday destination in South Africa. Whether you prefer beaches with buzzing nightlife on its doorstep, or the quiet sanctuary of untouched sands, you’ll find the perfect spot on the KwaZulu-Natal coastline. Thonga Beach […]

5 things to do in Africa before you die

By Robert Bernatzeder on Jan 09, 2015 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Congo, Democratic Republic of the, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe - Read ... times

YOLO. You only live once. Though the phrase itself has been attributed to Mae West, the acronym has become a fashionable modern mantra for those who want to enjoy their life to the fullest, to do everything and anything, whatever the risks. It’s essentially the digital generation’s equivalent of carpe diem, seize the day. Unlike […]

The best new lodges in southern Africa

By Katie Cosstick on Jan 09, 2015 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Camping, Leisure Travel, Namibia, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel - Read ... times

Picking the right place to stay can make or break your holiday, and with new lodges opening all the time, it’s difficult to keep track. With so many lodges and hotels to choose from, it’s not always easy to know where to start. This is our guide to the best of the newest lodges in […]

14 of my favourite photos from my travels in 2014

By Paul Johnson on Jan 05, 2015 in Africa, Asia, China, Europe, Featured, Germany, Greece, Regions, South Africa, United Kingdom, Western Europe - Read ... times

2014 was another year filled with interesting opportunities and visits to far-flung places around the world, including trips to China and South Africa, as well as many much closer to home, including a luxury cycling trip in the Scottish Isles in the Summer. Although I still need to hone my photography skills, it’s a hobby […]

3 amazing safari and beach holidays

By Jackie de Burca on Dec 29, 2014 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Central America, Costa Rica, Leisure Travel, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania - Read ... times

Who said you can’t have the best of both worlds…of course you can…don’t let anyone tell you otherwise! In terms of designing a magical holiday, here is one of my favourite options. I love to laze and sunbathe on a gorgeous beach, for a few days, but then go on an adventure, like out on […]

Top 10 safari bucket list experiences

By Rose Hipwood on Dec 26, 2014 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Camping, Cruises & Boat Travel, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, Road Travel, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia - Read ... times

Africa is the home of adventure, the wide open spaces, lakes, rivers and mountains lend themselves exceptionally well to those who want to add that bit extra to a trip. Of course many of the luxury safari properties themselves offer little excursions into the wilderness, which will absolutely blow your mind. Every year new and […]

3 of the best family safari lodges in South Africa

By Marcel Van de Ghinste on Dec 24, 2014 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Camping, Family Travel, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel - Read ... times

Safari holidays are an exciting adventure for the whole family. But it’s normal for young children to become bored of driving around looking for animals – especially when they’re not allowed to touch them and are constantly being told to hush and sit still. Here are 3 safari lodges in South Africa that specially cater for […]

Top 5 new luxury safari sleep-outs

By Rose Hipwood on Dec 16, 2014 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Camping, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel - Read ... times

Sleeping out under the stars in Africa is a truly magical experience and one that will be the most memorable part of your safari if you are lucky enough to have access to it. Many of the luxury safari camps and lodges have caught onto the fact that it really appeals to people to sleep […]

Top 6 places for a digital detox

By Tom Marchant on Dec 15, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Asia, Bhutan, Camping, Caribbean, Hotels, Jordan, Middle East, Namibia, Regions, Resorts, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia - Read ... times

When was the last time you felt truly free from the constant buzz of an email, text or call? Prepare to log off and indulge back in a time when conversation and old-fashioned fun remained uninterrupted by the goings-on of others. We’ve put together some of our favourite remote boltholes for a sense of total […]

5 ways to ring in the New Year in Cape Town

By Javier Luque on Dec 12, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Attractions, Cruises & Boat Travel, Events, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Travel Miscellany - Read ... times

Paris, Rio de Janeiro and Sydney are often hailed as some of the most beautiful cities in the world, with tourists descending on their captivating skylines to ring in the New Year. But Cape Town is also blessed with a magical location and is fast becoming a favourite destination to celebrate the year just passed […]

Top 5 luxury safari Christmas spots

By Rose Hipwood on Dec 12, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Camping, Kenya, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Tanzania - Read ... times

Christmas in the bush is nothing less than spectacular – being out in the wilderness at such a special time really bonds people, and if you are in Africa with family it will be a magical occasion. Christmas is widely celebrated across Africa and the luxury safari lodges and camps use it as a wonderful […]

The 5 best National Parks in the world

By Matthew Coe on Dec 10, 2014 in Africa, Arizona, California, Ecuador, Florida, Leisure Travel, North America, Regions, South Africa, South America, Speciality Travel, USA - Read ... times

The world is filled with a staggering amount of natural beauty, taking the form of unique rock formations or expansive forests which are home to some of the rarest animals. It is important to protect these places, to ensure that they remain undisturbed and stand the test of time. Of all the national parks out […]

The 10 best places in the world to run a marathon

By Paul Johnson on Dec 09, 2014 in Accessories, Adventure Travel, Africa, Arctic, Asia, China, Clothing, Europe, Featured, France, Gadgets, Greece, Leisure Travel, Massachusetts, New York, North America, Peru, Polar Regions, Regions, South Africa, South America, Speciality Travel, Travel Equipment, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide - Read ... times

If you have a love of both running and travel, then our guide to 10 of the best marathons in the world will hopefully inspire you to your next marathon challenge. Like travel, marathon running has seen considerable growth in the last decade or two. We’ve included a real mix in compiling this list, from […]

5 of South Africa’s best private game reserves

By Robert Bernatzeder on Dec 02, 2014 in Accommodation, Adventure Travel, Africa, Camping, Leisure Travel, Regions, Resorts, South Africa, Speciality Travel - Read ... times

Visiting South Africa and not going on a safari is like visiting France and not drinking wine. The numerous national parks and game reserves on offer are an integral part of the overall South African experience, and are woven into the very fabric of the country’s history, culture, contemporary politics and socioeconomic development. But with […]

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 - Read ... times

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 […]

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