5 Top Spa Hotels in the Indian Ocean

We compiled 5 of the best luxury spa hotels that we absolutely love upon the stunning Indian Ocean islands of Mauritius, Seychelles and Zanzibar.   Mauritius Island – the ultimate tropical beach destination 1. One&Only Le Saint Géran This internationally acclaimed spa destination is the creation of One&Only and the leading luxury spa company, ESPA. […]

5 Innovative Experiences in Africa

Travel in Africa is generally pretty jaw-dropping but there are a few experiences that rise above the rest. What’s even better are the new waves of innovative experiences in African travel. From glamping in the Serengeti to quad biking over the Namibian dunes, there’s no shortage of fun to be had in Africa.     […]

Glamping at the Nxai Pan of Botswana

Nxai Pan

Formed out of a prehistoric lake bed, the Nxai Pans is a land of contrast. Flat salt pans stretch as far as the eye can see, with fringes of waist-high grass and thorny acacia trees. It’s home to vast baobab trees, millions of birds, as well as herds of migrating zebra, and the predators that […]

2020 Travel in Africa: The Top 10 Hot List

Travelling in Africa is an amazing experience, not least because of the world-class lodges, hotels and accommodation we have. What’s more, these properties are continually renewed, refurbished, and kept to the highest standards for a wonderful experience for every guest we send their way. Planning your 2020 travel in Africa? This is the list for you. […]

Gorilla Trekking in Uganda and Rwanda: Which is better?

While the number of mountain gorillas has grown steadily to over 1000, they’re still an endangered species. Rwanda and Uganda are home to these incredible animals and two of our colleagues had the privilege of going gorilla trekking. Sandra, our general manager, went gorilla trekking in Rwanda while Rhynhardt, explored Uganda. We chat to them […]

Explore Sideways: A Cape Town Tour with a Bang!

One of our favourite things is to experience the familiar in an exciting, unfamiliar way. As Cape Town locals, we expect to know everything about this city we call home. And yet, Explore Sideways was able to show us parts and perspectives of the Mother City that amazed, entertained, and amused us. And we are […]

Safari Star Beds: Under African Skies

Imagine a luxurious sleep out under the African sky. We've selected 10 safai lodges, each with a Star Bed where you and your partner can cuddle up in comfort under the glittering arc of the Milky Way.

Our Travels: A Garden Route & Eastern Cape holiday

Recently our Africa Travel Expert Washington went on a Garden Route and Eastern Cape holiday. It wasn’t all fun and games though, as he had quite a lot of accommodation site inspections on his list! Organised by Samantha, owner of Somewhere South, he was joined by 12 other travel consultants. But over to you, Washington! […]

Malaria-free Madikwe and Waterberg

Madikwe Game Reserve in northern South Africa is just a 4.5-hour drive (or an hour’s charter flight) from O.R. Tambo airport in Johannesburg. Linda and I went to explore the area by spending a few nights at the reserve’s luxury lodges. From Madikwe, we also connected to the Waterberg area.   Western Madikwe We were […]