Discovering Zambia on foot. There are very few experiences on this planet that are just as stimulating. With the soft earth beneath your feet, the harmonious sounds of nature, and the rich aroma of the Miombo woodlands, connecting with nature is no conscious task. The rhythm of Zambia’s unspoiled nature simply becomes a part of … Read More
Express Yourself with Traditional Southern & Eastern Africa Creations
Whether a trip to Africa is in your near future or distant future, you don’t have to wait to visit to start incorporating traditional African style into your wardrobe and home décor. Below I’ve spotlighted several of my favorite African-inspired pieces from the stores of Anthropologie, Free People, and Urban Outfitters: From Anthropologie.com: Rabia Slides … Read More
From the Cape Town Grapevine: The Good Food and Wine Show
Image to the left taken from The Good Food and Wine Show website Have you always wanted to take an international trip focused around food and wine? Well there is no better place to go to satisfy your hungry (or thirsty) palate than one of the world’s most renowned food and wine destinations: Cape Town, … Read More
Discovering Your Inner Yogi on a Rejuvenating Yoga Safari
Om. Defined by Dictionary.com as: noun Hinduism . a mantric word thought to be a complete expression of Brahman and interpreted as having three sounds representing Brahma or creation, Vishnu or preservation, and Siva or destruction, or as consisting of the same three sounds, representing waking, dreams, and deep sleep, along with the following silence, which is fulfillment. … Read More
Snapping the Perfect, Up-Close Action Shot in the African Bush
Sadly, we can’t all be fabulous wildlife photographers and videographers like those who film Planet Earth and National Geographic documentaries . . . Right? Well, not necessarily! Camtraps are the perfect way to snap the best wildlife photographs in the field. Signaled by movement, Camtraps allow you to take pictures of wildlife at close proximity … Read More
Your Guide to Eating Out, In, and Around Cape Town: Part VI
Guest post by Cape Fusion Tour Guide, Pam McOnie This section aims to be an update of new restaurants that I have tried or want to try in Cape Town and the surrounding wine regions. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list—merely a list of what looks really exciting for this season. We … Read More
Chomping Down on Crocodile Research
Image above is owned and copyrighted by the Okavango Crocodile Research Group and was taken from their website, www.okavango-croc.com Born in an effort to assist in developing effective crocodile population management strategies, the Okavango Crocodile Research Group dedicates its time to assisting the Department of Wildlife and National Parks in monitoring daily Nile crocodile activity. … Read More
Reunion Island? Oui! Oui!
Image above is copyrighted by Philippe Mathieu and is taken from Panoramio.com With neighbors such as Seychelles and Mauritius, Reunion Island is a hidden, tropical gem, located off the coast of Africa. This French island—settled by the French in 1642—is one of the world’s most stunning and secluded locales, and is visited by travelers looking … Read More
Under The Sea in Zanzibar: An Enchanting Escape
Has scuba diving become one of your life’s passions? Or perhaps you’re interested in diving into the sport? No matter what your level of expertise, ocean and nature lovers find pure bliss off the coast of Zanzibar. Located on the southeast coast of Zanzibar is the Rising Sun Dive Center, the only PADI Five-Star Gold … Read More
How to Design the Perfectly Balanced Honeymoon
Many couples would say that the perfect honeymoon is carefully designed to include a balance of adventure, romance, relaxation, and luxury. But where do many of these couples go to seek such a honeymoon? Currently, one of the hottest destinations on newly weds’ radars is Africa. Celebrated for its national parks and private reserves, culture-clad … Read More