As the oh-so-wise Winnie the Pooh once said, “Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift. That’s why we call it the present.”
This is the message I hope to give all empty nesters out there who are contemplating taking that trip of a lifetime, but keep delaying it for “a better time” or “a year from now.” If this sounds like you, it’s time to embrace the present and start planning your dream vacation today. And there is no better place on earth for empty nesters to take that once-in-a-lifetime vacation than Africa.
Here are just 5 reasons why a trip to Africa is perfect for empty nest travelers:
Rediscover your old hobbies and passions and explore new ones: Have your passions and sense of excitement been dormant for the past decade or two? Well it’s time to pull them out of hibernation and rekindle the flames with your long-lost hobbies.
Some of the hobbies that many empty nest travelers enjoy in Africa include:
- Wine tasting in Cape Winelands
- Horseback riding along Kenya’s rolling hills
- Hiking through the Garden Route
- Scuba diving off the coast of Mozambique
- Photographing planet earth’s most spectacular wildlife
- Birding in Zimbabwe
- Exploring the art and history museums of Cape Town
- Golfing at world-famous courses in South Africa
- Relaxing on the beaches of Benguerra Island
And the list goes on and on . . .
Mark off your top bucket list items: There are not many places in the world where you can knock out your top bucket list items in one vacation—but Africa is one of those rare destinations where you actually CAN.
Here are some of the most popular bucket list items that can be crossed off in Africa:
- Witnessing The Big 5 on a game-drive safari
- Shark cage diving with the king of sharks: the great white
- Conquering Mount Kilimanjaro
- Gorilla trekking in the wilderness of Uganda
- Visiting one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the World: Victoria Falls
- Witnessing the natural phenomenon of the Great Migration
- Volunteering at a local school or orphanage for a day
- Changing the lives of a community
Transform and grow as an individual: Africa has the miraculous ability to invigorate the soul and provide a new perspective on life and our journey through it. We are never too old to discover new things about ourselves and about the world we live in.
Get pampered on a regular basis: It’s all about YOU, finally, so why not visit a destination where accommodations offer first-class service, amenities, activities, and cuisine? African properties are famous for their hospitable and extremely attentive staff members, warm and knowledgeable safari guides, and lavish accommodations. Many properties where we send clients to also have a spa where guests can enjoy rejuvenating massages in the bush, facials, and other revitalizing treatments.
Isn’t it time to focus on yourself for a change and have someone cater to YOUR needs and desires for once?
Meet like-minded travelers: Meet travelers from all over the world who share your interests and love to explore new places. Most of the camps and lodges found throughout southern and eastern Africa are designed to accommodate a small amount of guests at one time. This ensures that each guest is catered to on a regular basis with personalized service. Because of this intimate atmosphere, guests find themselves gathering around an outdoor fireplace or the boma for some good laughs and to share stories about the day.
Email us today at hoainfo@hillsofafrica.com or call us at 800.940.9344 to set up a complimentary 15-minute consultation with our safari specialist team.
Thank you for the reminder….This is Africa