If you don’t already know who “The Bucket List Family” is, let me take a quick moment to introduce you. The Gee Family of 5, known as “The Bucket List Family” has traveled the world with their 3 kids since 2015, visiting over 93 countries so far. They have documented their story and travels on … Read More

I’ve visited roughly 40 different countries in my lifetime, but none of them have touched my heart the way Botswana has. In November, I was so fortunate to visit Botswana for the second time – the first time was in April 2021 when I visited several of the Wilderness Safaris properties. This time, I was … Read More

One of the most asked questions we get is “Where should I go?” For first timers, the task of trying to decide where to go and what to do for the first time can often be overwhelming. This is why in our initial conversations with clients, we ask all the questions to find out what … Read More

If you’ve been following along on social media, you probably know that Sandy recently took a group of travel advisors and their guests on a journey through Tanzania with Lemala Camps and Lodges. I was a “lucky fish” (to use a South African turn of phrase) and was able to join in — it was … Read More

I adore safari days. Early mornings, coffee in the bush, the anticipation of sightings, the thrill of the search, dreamy sundowners, and the glow of animal eyes on a night drive. Nothing beats it! However, a well-rounded trip to Africa usually includes more than just safari! We love to incorporate your special interests into your … Read More

WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF SAFARI VEHICLES? There are two  main types of safari vehicles — open and closed. While open safari vehicles live up to their name, generally with three rows of tiered seating and completely open sides, closed safari vehicles are a bit more nuanced. They have closed sides (as you see in … Read More

If you know much about the Okavango Delta, you’ll know that seasonality plays a huge role in the experience you can expect when you visit, so below, I’m sharing all of the details — when to go, what to expect, and some of the elements other than the weather that can impact your overall Okavango Delta … Read More

A travelogue from Abby Salle from her recent journey through Africa with her family! Elephants have always been my favorite animal without a doubt. I could probably sit for hours watching herds move quietly through the bush, making little to no noise. Although they are the gentle giants of Africa, they can be very fierce … Read More

A safari is an excellent opportunity to splurge … there are just so many over-the-top, best-of-the-best luxury options when it comes to safari lodges, and excellent lodges mean excellent guides, food, service, and overall experience. Of course, Africa is full of exquisite safari lodges, so this list is FAR from complete (and it was TOUGH … Read More