There are dinners you enjoy, and then there are dinners you talk about for years. Le Petit Chef at Hemingways Nairobi is firmly in the second category — and our very own Amy recently got a sneak peek on a familiarization trip that left her absolutely enchanted. If you’re planning a Kenya safari and want … Read More
How to Have an Eco-Friendly Safari: Why It Matters and How to Choose the Right Operator
April is Earth Month, and there’s no better time to think about what it truly means to travel responsibly — especially when it comes to an African safari. A safari is, by its very nature, an experience rooted in the wild. The vast savannas, the dense forests, the rivers teeming with hippos, the skies filled … Read More
Why AI Travel Planning Mistakes Can Ruin Your Trip: The Case for Real Expertise
I received an email yesterday that perfectly illustrates why AI travel planning mistakes are becoming one of the biggest issues in modern travel, and why working with a real travel expert still matters more than ever. An agent forwarded me a wine tour itinerary for Cape Town that their client had requested. The list looked … Read More
Great Migration Safari 101: Everything You Need to Know About Africa’s Greatest Wildlife Spectacle
Ask most people what they know about the Great Migration, and they’ll describe dramatic river crossings — wildebeest launching themselves into crocodile-infested waters while tourists watch from the banks. It’s a spectacular image, and it’s completely real. But it’s also just one chapter in a year-long story that is far more complex, beautiful, and awe-inspiring … Read More
Why a Honeymoon Safari in Africa is the Ultimate Romantic Escape
When couples start planning their honeymoon, the conversation usually goes straight to beaches. The Maldives, Bora Bora, Greece — gorgeous destinations, no doubt. But what if I told you that the most unforgettable honeymoons aren’t happening on beaches at all? They’re happening in Africa, where romance meets adventure in ways that no resort can replicate. … Read More
Food on Safari: What you’ll Eat on a Luxury Safari Adventure
There’s a big misconception about the food you’ll eat when on safari, which is that the food on safari is simple. Cooked in bush kitchens, with no access to electricity, and I’m here to tell you that is absolutely not the case! The food on safari is exceptional, tasting even better because it’s eaten out … Read More
Bucket-List Adventure Safaris in Africa for the Ultimate Explorer
When most people imagine an African safari, they picture themselves in a Land Cruiser, camera in hand, watching elephants cross the savanna. And yes, that’s magical. But after 25 years of exploring this continent, I’ve learned that some of Africa’s most transformative moments happen when you step out of the vehicle. Adventure safari experiences in … Read More
Why We Love Green Season Safaris
It’s no secret that green season is one of my favorite times to go on safari. The fresh rains renewing the land, the birth of new animals, the brilliant colors of all the birds, and of course the land bursting with color from green grass to technicolored wildflowers. Somehow though, green season safaris are booked … Read More
Africa’s Best-Kept Secret: The Migration Nobody Knows About
I recently returned from Zambia’s Liuwa Plain National Park, and I can’t stop thinking about it. I spent three whole days where the second largest wildebeest migration takes place and how many other vehicles did I see? None. Not one. Let that sink in for a moment. While the Serengeti and Masai Mara host hundreds … Read More
Why I Love Leading Group Trips
This September, we celebrated 25 years of Hills of Africa, and it feels like the right moment to reflect on how far we’ve come and my favorite parts of my incredible career of making dreams! And after 25 years, I’ve realized something: as much as I love it, the magic for me isn’t just in … Read More