Archive for the ‘Accommodation’ Category
Honeymooning in the Seychelles
After the most romantic month of the year, many travelers will no doubt be planning their weddings and honeymoons. The Seychelles is the perfect idyllic setting for a magical honeymoon with deserted pristine beaches, warm turquoise waters and luxurious accommodation. This exotic paradise is made up of seven islands which ...
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Lake Malawi Splendour: Kande Beach
Lake Malawi is a paradise for swimmers, divers and water sports enthusiasts. Kande Beach, in particular, is a local favorite for campers and overlanders. You’ll be enthralled by the warm atmosphere and vibrant night life this wonderful resort has to offer. Here’s a sneak peak of my recent stay there. ...
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Kalahari Dreaming at Tswalu
The Korannaberg are pretty impressive, as mountains go. And flying over them on the approach to a much anticipated exploration of the southern-most reaches of the Kalahari is quite simply breathtaking. As much as the landing on the tarred strip at Tswalu Kalahari reserve is welcome. The 90-minute flight from ...
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Perfect Honeymoon Camps
Africa is the perfect place for a romantic honeymoon. There is a great choice of accommodation options to choose from, here are a few of to consider: 1. Tongabezi Lodge. Tongabezi Lodge is an exclusive and romantic hideaway that is situated on the banks of the Zambezi River – just ...
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Sediba – a Place of Smiles
Caroline Phaho’s smile is infectious. “Welcome to Sediba Lodge!” she beams as she opens the Land Rover’s door. I smile back in thanks, grateful for the fragrant, cooling face-cloth offered on a silver platter. It helped to wipe away the dust from the 25-minute drive from the Western Gate of ...
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The Best Safari Camp Ever… (in my opinion!)
I know, it’s a sweeping statement. The “Best Place Ever” has been overused, overdone and is, frankly, over the hill. But nonetheless I am always asked what my favourite destination is – what’s “best” in my humble opinion. It’s such a stupid question, really because what I love may not ...
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Escape from the Wilderness…to Funzi Keys
If you’re visiting Kenya for a holiday, you will most likely be taking a safari trip at some point to see the reserves & parks that the country offers. Kenya is of course known for some of the largest and most wildlife-rich parks in the world, making it the ideal ...
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Singita – Simply the Best
For many safari-goers “luxury” is a dirty word. But as much as I love quiet, inconspicuous “comfortable” bush-camps, there is something to be said for going to the top of the market and getting thoroughly pampered in the process…. Which is why, when I feel the need for the finer ...
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Going Green in the Heart of the Cape
There’s something marvelously European about quaffing fine wine on a sun-drenched terrace admiring views of towering mountain peaks and distant vineyards. Indeed, if I were to half close my eyes I could easily be in the Loire Valley, but the truth is perhaps somewhat stranger than that fiction, because I ...
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A Look at Some of SA’s Top Responsible Lodges
Last week I highlighted the great work being done by Fair Trade in Tourism South Africa (FTTSA) in setting the benchmark for sustainable and responsible tourism in South Africa’s safari industry. So this week and next I thought I’d take a look at a few of the outstanding FTTSA certified ...
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