Guest post by our Cape Winelands tour guide, Pam McOnie of Cape Fusion Tours: This Article was written by Pamela McOnie who contributes to the foodie side of this website and also offers private guiding services and gourmet & wine tours of the Cape region. Cape Town is an artsy, creative hub. The trend over the last few years has … Read More
10 Reasons to Visit Cape Town
Many discerning travelers often ask me “why would I want to include Cape Town in my South Africa vacation itinerary? Isn’t it just like any other city?” The short answer to that question is “Heck no!” Cape Town is among one of the very top best cities to visit in the entire world. And it’s … Read More
How to Witness the Big Marine 5 in South Africa in Just One Day!
Did you know that just by spending one day in South Africa you have the opportunity to witness the Big Marine Five? It’s true! But why would you just want to spend one day in beautiful South Africa when there is so much to see and do? If you want to see the Big Marine … Read More
Step Back in Time on a Luxury Train Journey Through Africa’s Riveting Countryside
Image above from the Rovos Rail website. Looking for a unique way to view South Africa’s vibrant countryside, aside from a traditional game drive or road trip? Rovos Rail, acclaimed as the most luxurious train in the world, might be just the perfect activity to add to your African safari itinerary. There are several all-inclusive … Read More
Not Your Average Honeymoon – Top Most Adventurous Activities for Honeymooners in Africa
Spending two or three days on the beach as newlyweds sounds amazing! But an entire honeymoon solely based around beach lounging? Probably not so much . . . Conversations dwindle from “How romantic! Let’s go swimming!” to “I’m sun burnt.” So instead of letting your honeymoon run dry with a typical trip to the beach, … Read More
How Nelson Mandela Impacted My Life
We are deeply saddened to hear of Nelson Mandela’s passing and wish his family peace and wellness. As a native Zimbabwean, I traveled around the southern regions of Africa on a fairly regular basis and was always so intrigued and moved by Mandela’s courage, words of wisdom, and his sacrifice and devotion to the great … Read More
Top 3 Family-Friendly Destinations in Africa
Image above of my son and niece in the plunge pool at Somalisa Camp, watching an elephant family walk by! When choosing a destination in Africa for your family to visit, there are several factors that need to be taken into account. After more than 11 years of sending families to Africa, we’ve whittled down … Read More
Is a 16-hour flight keeping you from taking a trip to Africa?
Is the thought of a 16-hour flight preventing you from taking an African family vacation? If so, there are a variety of ways to deal with the long flight and actually enjoy it (or at least not think it’s so bad!). South African Airways and Delta are our preferred airline when it comes to flying … Read More
5 Essential Safety Tips for Embarking on Safari
Taking a trip to Africa is one of the most exhilarating things you can experience in a lifetime! But it’s always important to remember that you’ll be coming in very close contact with animals during your adventures and there are several safety “rules” you’ll need to follow whilst on safari. Below are some of our … Read More
{Zimbabwe Recipe} Stuffed Mushrooms with Potato Rosti
The holidays are right around the corner, so why not add an international dish from Africa to the dinner mix? In our recently published recipe book, a Taste of Africa, which features over 60 authentic African recipes from luxury properties throughout southern and eastern Africa, we spotlight some of the best, traditional dishes that Africa … Read More