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5 of The Best 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

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 […]

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 […]

Top 4 private guides in Africa

By Maxine Roberts on Oct 31, 2014 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Kenya, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Zimbabwe

A good private guide is a person of many parts… spotter, tracker, host, storyteller, aide-de-camp, concierge and all of these elements can combine to create a simply unforgettable safari experience. Although hiring a private guide will add to the cost of an itinerary, the knowledge and experience that they bring with them is simply invaluable; […]

5 unforgettable African rail experiences

By Javier Luque on Oct 27, 2014 in Africa, Botswana, Leisure Travel, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, Rail Travel, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Swaziland, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Luxuries of a bygone era, there is little that can relax the mind and soul more than a luxury steam rail holiday. Countryside passes by at an elegant pace, time stands still, and more tea is served. If you have always wanted to experience this luxury of yesteryear, here are Africa’s most delightful rail holidays: […]

7 secret safari experiences in Africa

By Tom Barber on Oct 22, 2014 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Congo, Madagascar, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Africa may be having a tough time of it of late, but the continent is a pretty big place, with some pretty fabulous corners that are rarely explored. One of the main attractions remains the unparalleled wildlife, so if you want to trump your friends in the ‘obscure destinations visited’ stakes, try these secret safari […]

Victoria Falls dining – for those in the know

By Javier Luque on Aug 21, 2014 in Accommodation, Africa, Food and Drink, Going Out, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Are you looking for exciting dining options at the Victoria Falls which will offer you nothing but the real deal, perhaps with a touch of luxury added in? The spectacular grandeur of the Zambezi rushing over the Earth’s edge attracts huge crowds on both the Zimbabwean and Zambian sides, many in search of adventure or a once-in-a-lifetime […]

Top 5 luxury safari spots to see cheetah

By Rose Hipwood on Jun 10, 2014 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Kenya, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe

The cheetah is an iconic African cat and does not disappoint when you see it in real life – in fact it really outdoes its reputation as the most beautiful cat in the world. Its sleek elegance and streamline hunting technique wins the heart of all who meet it, not least because it is a […]

3 reasons an elephant back safari is a must

By Rose Hipwood on Jun 01, 2014 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Zimbabwe

The term elephant back safaris can sound a little forced, a little touristy and unappealing. On a recent trip to South Africa we discovered why this just isn’t the case. These gentle giants are a huge draw for those going on safari for the first time. It is their human like emotions which make them […]

6 top luxury African river cruises

By Javier Luque on May 19, 2014 in Africa, Botswana, Côte d'Ivoire, Cruises & Boat Travel, Egypt, Gambia, Kenya, Madagascar, Namibia, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Luxury boat cruises on peaceful rivers are not what many would imagine for an African holiday, this is one of Africa’s hidden luxury experiences. Africa is blessed with amazing and powerful perennial rivers, and although not exactly the sight one envisions when they think of Africa, several large and luxurious cruise liners are offering world […]

Top 5 reasons to take a luxury safari in Zimbabwe

By Rose Hipwood on Apr 22, 2014 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Regions, Speciality Travel, Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe is on the up and we’re delighted. This wonderful country used to be known as the jewel of Africa not only for it’s natural resources but for the scope to have the best luxury safaris in the world in it’s wilderness. This is still very much the case and here we argue why. 1. […]

Africa’s top 5 golf safari destinations

By Javier Luque on Apr 02, 2014 in Africa, Botswana, Kenya, Leisure Travel, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zimbabwe

Africa has come a long way from the concept that a safari is for a few wildlife-eager tourists, armed with heavy cameras and wide-angle lenses. Or, even before that, the hot and dusty wildlife drives, with little other leisure activities. Africa has grown a whole lot more sensitive to the needs of modern pleasure seekers […]

Top African hotspots to see the Big 5

By Louise Cheng on Mar 07, 2014 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Kenya, Namibia, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Zambia, Zimbabwe

For many who go on an African safari adventure they will want to catch sights of as many animals as possible and to put a great big tick against the most sought after wildlife, the ‘big five’. The wild and vast African landscape is a feat to be explored. Multiple trips may be needed to […]

5 ways to get high in Africa

By Amanda Marks on Feb 28, 2014 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Air Travel, Regions, South Africa, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe

It’s always great to change your perspective on life. Getting high can definitely do this for us. Taking an overview is always an eye-opening experience, so the experience tends to stick with you for quite some time. If it also includes some form of exhilaration or effort, this makes the moment even more vivid in […]

Why mobile safaris are the best

By Rose Hipwood on Dec 31, 2013 in Adventure Travel, Africa, Botswana, Kenya, Regions, Speciality Travel, Tanzania, Zimbabwe

Mobile safaris are by far the best way of getting into the bush. Firstly you have your very own private guide, the guides that run the luxury mobile safaris are inevitably the best in the business. It is a coveted job to run a mobile safari, and attracts only the very best. So now you […]

The top 10 places to visit in 2014

By Paul Johnson on Nov 13, 2013 in Africa, Antarctic, Asia, Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, Caribbean, China, Cuba, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Illinois, India, Japan, Latvia, Macedonia, Malawi, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, North America, Oceania, Pacific Islands, Polar Regions, Regions, Seychelles, South Africa, South America, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Texas, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe, Worldwide, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Lonely Planet’s “travel experts” have come up with three lists for where to visit in 2014. The top 10 cities to visit in 2014, the top 10 countries to visit in 2014 and the top 10 regions to visit in 2014. I do feel it lacks credibility when one of the “countries” they list is […]

Photograph of the week: Victoria Falls

By Paul Johnson on Jun 26, 2013 in Africa, Attractions, Going Out, Regions, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Straddling the border between Zambia and Zimbabwe on the Zambezi River, Victoria Falls is said to have the largest sheet of falling water in the world. The waterfall was named in honor of Queen Victoria by explorer David Livingston in 1855. Locals on the Zambian side call it “The Smoke That Thunders.” At 108m/360ft high […]

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