Africa

Year-round ranching from Ranch Rider
The summer season might have ended, but whether you’re in search of an autumn cattle drive, an action packed half term break, winter sun, or a white Christmas, Ranch Rider’s portfolio of ranches will allow you to saddle up year-round.

A million miles from the Xbox
There are some things that your children will never experience on an Xbox or Play Station such as learning a Stick Dance with natives in Nepal, exploring a Masai hut with walls made out of dung or learning how to pick tea.

Diamonds are a guest's best friend
Cape Grace, Cape Town's most exclusive waterfront hotel has launched a 3-night package in collaboration with Platandia, Africa's leading luxury jewellery brand.

A spa break the Moroccan way
Specialist UK tour operator Fleewinter recently launched Rebali, a unique complex of 6 luxurious Riads complete with its own Hammam & Spa.

Air-conditioned, luxury camping in Morocco
Jardin d’Issil – just 20 minutes from bustling Marrakech – is a collection of luxurious, air-conditioned tents decorated with bright coloured rugs and fabrics à la ‘Arabian Nights’.
A walk on the wild side with Mahlatini
Luxury African travel company Mahlatini is offering holidaymakers the chance to experience a safari in Zambia with a difference.

Avoid the forecasted snow and escape to a sunnier climate
Families can shake off the early predictions of snow and book onto a sunny week of activities this October half term with the UK’s leading family adventure specialist, The Adventure Company.

Open the door to new Vamizi Island Retreats
Vamizi Island, Mozambique have invited renowned yoga teacher Claire Finlay to host the retreats, following a principal of nurturing and incomparable escapism taken at each individual's desired pace and at one with the elements.

Acacia Africa launch new website with celebratory discounts
Acacia Africa have an unrivalled passion for the continent, so you can expect more than a list of itineraries on the tour operator’s revamped website.

September savings in Morocco
Enjoy a two centre – Coast & Mountains – September deal currently available from Fleewinter (valid until 30 September).

Climb the world’s highest freestanding mountain for less in 2011
With scientists claiming that the ice caps are disappearing fast, now is as good a time as any to conquer Mount Kilimanjaro. As an added incentive The Adventure Company is offering a discount of £100 per person off all of its 2011 departures.

New gourmet adventures around the world
Carefully selected boutique style hotels, cooking demonstrations and meeting other chefs from the regions make up the ingredients of these sumptuous new trips from World Expeditions:

12 months, 5 continents, 2 friends = 1 ultimate year out
With tough times ahead, Real Gap Experience and i-to-i Volunteering are offering two lucky students the chance to travel the world with guaranteed work placements globally.

Cairo, cruise and Coxon!
Ancient Egypt Tours in association with TV Chef,Author and Food Archaeologist Alan Coxon, launch a 10-day fully escorted Cultural Food Tour of Egypt.
Tunisia launches social media campaign to engage tourists
This week sees the launch of the first ever social media campaign by the Tunisian National Tourist Office (TNTO).