Africa
Madagascar welcomes fishing enthusiasts
Fishing is a relatively underdeveloped industry in Madagascar with the fish densities being quite high in some areas. The area in the North-West is particularly renowned for its high sailfish count! Marlin is also plentiful in this region - mostly black Marlin - though they are often hooked by mistake on sailfish bait. There are 6 species of crayfish that can be found in Madagascar, all of which are endemic.
Tribal lives - Ethiopia and Kenya
Embark on a thoroughly tribal adventure in northern Kenya and southern Ethiopia, worthy of the BBC’s Bruce Parry, with overland specialist Dragoman Overland and its tough but rewarding 21-night journey from Nairobi to Addis Ababa.
Insiders info into the next “hot” destinations
Backpackers are always the first to discover the new “it” destinations that the rest of us will be visiting in several years time. They were sailing Croatia in the 90s, the first in when China opened their doors and tucking into sushi before the rest of us knew raw fish was a delicacy.
Safari lovers should look out of Africa
Reef and Rainforest Tours, the operator specialising in upmarket wildlife viewing holidays, suggests that travellers in search of premier safari experiences should look beyond Africa.
Africa specialist urges safari lovers to visit Kenya
The huge reduction in tourism to Kenya over the past six months has had a dramatic impact on the behaviour of the wildlife there, making the animals significantly more relaxed, more frequently sighted and easier to observe. Judith De Witt, of Rainbow Tours, the Africa specialist, has just returned from Kenya and was bowled over by the abundant game and its relaxed behaviour around visitors. During one day, she witnessed cheetah eating their kill, a pride of lion with 7 cubs, leopard, large breeding herds of elephant that were not too agitated about their tiny calves, buffalo, giraffe, zebra and enormous herds of plains game.
Do you get that safari craving?
Tired of routine and the time pressure of day to day life, take a break from it all and treat yourself to a vacation at Larsens Camp in Kenya. The team at Larsens believes in personalizing every guest’s Safari experience, you can return time after time to the resort and still feel another voyage to the ‘oasis in the midst of the wilderness’ is due.
Royals choose Tuningi Safari Lodge as honeymoon destination
When Peter Phillips, the Queen of England’s eldest grandson, married his Canadian bride Autumn Kelly on 17 May 2008, speculation abounded as to the secret location of their honeymoon. All the couple would reveal was that the place they would be visiting was “hot”. The first destination turned out to be none other that South Africa’s own Tuningi Safari Lodge in Madikwe Game Reserve.
Ever wanted to be a safari guide?
Tuli Safari Lodge and Okavango Guiding School (OGS) have partnered to offer visitors to Botswana a holiday experience with a difference – a fascinating, action-packed adventure that gives a taste of life as a safari guide.
Luxury safari experiences in South Africa
Experience a luxurious safari experience with a variety of 17 newly-launched safari lodges from VillasForTravel.com, located in private game reserves including Kruger National Park, North West Province and the Eastern Cape.
IHG opens its first hotel in Ghana
InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and the Royal Airport Hotel Party have announced the opening of Holiday Inn Accra Airport. The hotel is the group’s first property in Ghana and further expands the brand’s presence in the Middle East and Africa region.
Shompole House offers a unique safari experience
Following the huge success of Little Shompole, the latest addition to The Art of Ventures Collection in Kenya is a home away from home, Shompole House which opens next month. Sleeping up to four people Shompole House offers you unique safari style, stunning views, a relaxed atmosphere, private dining, spa treatments and the opportunity to take part in the many game viewing activities.
Deluxe safari lodges open in Zambia
A former Presidential retreat and a collection of secluded luxury tree-houses are amongst the new circuit of Zambian safari lodges being launched this spring by Sanctuary Lodges & Camps.
There’s more to a safari than wildlife
Whilst one of the main reasons for taking a trip to Southern Africa is likely to be an opportunity to see the Big 5 in their natural surroundings, the region can also offer a whole range of unique activities that have nothing to do with wildlife at all! Specialist Southern Africa operator Native Escapes offers tailor made and small group trips which include exciting safari adventures, including day and night Big 5 game drives, bush walks, and opportunities to see wildlife from a canoe or boat, as well as other experiences not always associated with a safari trip.
A connoisseurs safari in Tanzania
True connoisseurs seeking the ultimate safari experience need look no further than Africa Sky’s ‘Romantic Campfires & Pristine Beach’ itinerary. Promising an adventure-of-a-lifetime, it offers the opportunity to discover Tanzania’s menagerie of birds and mammals by boat and vehicle as well as on foot.
The Blue Train offers golf and safari holidays
The Blue Train is an icon of South Africa - a 5-star hotel on wheels. In addition to its regular trips between Cape Town and Pretoria, The Blue Train has just announced that it will be offering two packages - combining this magnificent rail journey with a safari at Legacy's Bakubung Bush Lodge in the Pilanesberg Game Reserve and a Golfers Breakaway in conjunction with Zimbali Lodge in KwaZulu-Natal.