How to Plan an African Safari: A Thoughtful Guide for First-Time Visitors
Discover the right experience for you.
The Egypt Dress Code Made Simple: What to Wear in Egypt
Wondering what to wear in Egypt? This guide to the Egypt dress code will make sure you pack what you need – and nothing you don’t.
Why You Should Visit Marrakech in Winter: Your Winter Guide to Marrakech
Enjoy sunshine and spice with this inside guide to winter in Marrakech.
The Secret Behind The Red Tsingy in Madagascar
It snaked towards us slowly. A scarlet, silted, rust-red, blood-red, iron-tinged flow. The water seeped around the edges of my boots, my footprints swallowed up within seconds.
It visibly stained my soles.
Up ahead, I saw two men walking, the two men who were travelling with me. But no other soul was there.
What Sustainable Food Tourism Can Look Like in Mauritius
What is sustainable food tourism and how can we support it?
Heritage Resorts in Mauritius have a brilliant new initiative which will help answer those questions.
Here’s what it’s all about.
What’s New in Ancient Egypt? A Journey Back After Twenty Years
More than four thousand years may have passed since the pyramids were built. But that’s not to say there’s nothing new in ancient Egypt.
Dust in Red Still Stains My Shoes: A Poem About South Africa
Dust in red still stains my shoes,
And drumbeats soothe my sleepless senses,
The Best Beaches in Madagascar
While there are so many stunning things to do in Madagascar, her beaches are some of the best in the world.
Driving in Morocco: What You Need to Know
Driving in Morocco is nothing short of an adventure. Here’s what you need to know when planning your Morocco road trip.
Ecotourism in Mauritius: Progress From the Home of the Dodo
Ecotourism in Mauritius is gaining traction and that’s something to celebrate.
21 Unusual Things to Do in Cape Town, South Africa
You can’t help but find unusual things to do in Cape Town: it’s part of the city itself. It’s time to roll up your sleeves and enjoy South Africa. Let’s explore this most famous of cities within the Rainbow Nation.
The Secrets Behind the Colourful Houses of Bo Kaap in Cape Town
With its colourful houses and Cape Malay cuisine, Bo Kaap is the pretty face of an ugly history. Here’s what to do in Bo Kaap.
The Real Pride Rock in Kenya: How You Can Visit
Is there a real life Pride Rock? You bet there is. Head on safari in Kenya to catch up with the real Simba and Scar.
15 Unique Experiences for Your Africa Bucket List
It’s a big old place with more than 50 countries but where are the best places to visit in Africa?
The Best 7 Day Morocco Itinerary for You
Make the most of one week in Morocco with this hand-picked collection of 7 day Morocco itineraries.
Can you drive across Africa? How to make it work
Can you drive across Africa? Yes, you absolutely can. But you need to know what you’re doing.
Why is South Africa Called the Rainbow Nation?
Archbishop Desmond Tutu first called South Africa the Rainbow Nation after the country’s first democratic elections in 1994. But there’s more to the story than that…
Is The Gambia Worth Visiting? You’d be Surprised
Wondering whether The Gambia is worth visiting? Here are 10 excellent reasons to visit The Gambia, plus a few home truths you need to know before you go.
Why Culture and Traditions in Mauritius Matter More Than You Think
When it comes to the culture and traditions in Mauritius, many people are surprised. Here’s why…
Gambian Cuisine: the 15 Dishes You Need to Know
Rich in colour and ritual, Gambian cuisine is a delight to explore. Take your tastebuds on a journey through peanuts and lemon juice, baobab and wongo juice, with this guide to traditional food and drink in the Gambia.
Namibia and the Oldest Desert in the World
Fifty-five million years. It’s a long time, no matter how you look at it. For 55 million years, particles of sand, in shades of blood red, caramelised orange and an exhausted, jaded rust have sifted one over the other in this part of the world.
I stand clasping a few of them, gasping for breath.
What Safari Guides Really Fear in Botswana’s Okavango Delta
Despite the stillness of the water, there’s no sound of silence. Insects skim across the reeds with a soft buzz and woodpeckers…
What You Need to Know About Trekking Kilimanjaro
Trekking Kilimanjaro, the snowy peak in the heart of Africa, will leave you with memories for years to come. But there are things you need to know before you go. Here, we talk about the practicalities of climbing Africa’s tallest mountain.
Ouirgane Valley: is this the most beautiful part of Morocco’s Atlas Mountains?
Morocco’s Ouirgane Valley combines sweet blossom and rose petals with the dizzying power of the gods. This is what it’s like to go off the beaten path in the Atlas Mountains.
Your Perfect Kenya Bucket List Including Hidden Gems in Kenya
Create your own Kenya bucket list with this collection of world class landmarks and hidden gems in Kenya.
