An insider’s overview, from the experts at Steppes Travel Why visit? Following the recent political changes in the country, there has been a noticeable revival in Zimbabwe. Reinvestment and positive changes are taking place, new lodges are being built and a quiet optimism prevails that Zimbabwe will return to being one of Africa’s most popular […]
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The latest coffee table book from internationally acclaimed photographer Hannes Lochner, Planet Okavango is an evocative tribute to the wetland deltas of Botswana, its inhabitants, and its unique wonder. The meeting of the creative mastery of Lochner and the rich beauty of the Okavango has resulted in a stunning work, every page vivid with images […]
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Fiona Mackay tells us about the conservation work being done in Kidepo Valley National Park to protect the world’s tallest mammal, which was listed as Vulnerable to Extinction by the IUCN in 2017 Like many animals across the world, giraffe have an uncertain future. They are facing what has been termed a ‘silent extinction’. While […]
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We’ve all experienced it: you look through your camera, compose a beautiful scene, snap the shutter… and are disappointed with the result that then appears on the screen! Of course, this can happen for a number of reasons, but here I am going to look at one of the most common: the problem of under-or […]
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Mary-Ann Bartlett tells us about her unique adventure travel company, Art Safari, where art, exploration and huge amounts of inspiration are combined to create a very special experience for beginners and experienced artists alike You set up Art Safari in 1999. How did this come about? I first came to Malawi in 1991 as expedition […]
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Carrie Hampton goes on a spiritual quest for yogic wisdom and mouth-watering vegan cuisine in Cape Town’s coastal village of Llandudno Our 20-something yogi and integrated nutrition coach Christie and esoteric, conscious-cuisine private chef Stacey, seemed wiser than their years. Over three-days of slow yoga and gourmet vegan cuisine, I realised that my 15 years […]
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Mana Pools, in Zimbabwe, is an extraordinary place, and I would certainly classify it as one of the true wildernesses of Africa. I suppose that I have a great affinity for this place as this was my first experience in an African game reserve, other than Save Valley Conservancy, which is where I was working […]
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Sometimes, watching African wildlife leaves you conflicted. My first sighting of a freckled nightjar is a case in point. As a birder, the fact that this elusive nocturnal species was at that very moment struggling for its life should have left me dismayed. But the fact that it was clutched firmly in the jaws of […]
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Alan Palmer recalls the culmination of his first trek to the summit of Ighil Mgoun (4068m), North Africa’s second highest mountain We had spent the previous evening staring anxiously upwards. From the safety of the mountain refuge on the lofty Tarkeddid Plateau, the base camp for our final assault on the summit, there was no […]
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Some people find it strange that I love my hometown of Windhoek so much. They say it is dry and drab, but I see it completely differently. It sits at 1700 metres above sea level (12th highest capital in the world) in the Khomas Highland plateau area between the Auas and Eros mountain ranges. It […]
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In collaboration with the sight charity Orbis, UK artist Tim Benson recently held an exhibition entitled ‘Visions of Zambia’, at the Mall Galleries in London, which featured 20 oil paintings created after a trip to Kitwe Hospital Eye Annexe, Zambia. We caught up with him to hear about Africa’s influence in his work. Tell us […]
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These gifts are a trip. Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/loisaltermark/2018/04/30/10-mothers-day-gifts-for-moms-who-travel/
The Bvlgari Tower in Ginza, Tokyo is home to the world’s finest jewelry, accessories aThe Bulgari building along Ginza Street in Tnd one of Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants, Il Ristorante by Luca Fantin. Here’s a non foodie guide on what to eat all year round for the ultimate dining experience. Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/biancasalonga/2018/04/29/fine-jewelry-food-and-fashion-at-bvlgaris-il-ristorante-tokyo/
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Montreal Vacation Ideas | Things to do in Montreal Introducing the City of Montreal Montreal has a reputation as one of the liveliest cities of Canada and also its second largest. Once there used to be a great divide between (literally, the boulevard St-Laurent) separating the French and Anglo sections of the population, but that’s […]
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Airbus launches the A350 900-ULR, the ultra-long-range plane that can fly for nearly 10,000 miles and 20 hours straight. Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelgoldstein/2018/04/27/a-day-on-the-plane-airbus-a350-ultra-long-range-readies-for-20-hour-flights/
Serene hotels, container stores and cooking classes help to rewrite your Sin City story. Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestravelguide/2018/04/27/choose-your-own-las-vegas-adventure/
As awe-inspiring in reality as in myth, eagles dominate African skies. Mike Unwin focuses on the remarkable adaptations of the continent’s species and suggests the best places to see them for yourself Eagles are undeniably compelling. As predators, they occupy a similar ecological role to that of cats and other earthbound mammals, using supreme hunting […]
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Set in the remote north of the country, this isolated park may not harbour big game but is home to magnificent landscapes and incredible biodiversity. Laura Griffith-Jones falls under its spell when she explores it on foot Staring out of the Cessna’s window as we circled like an eagle above Nyika National Park, I understood […]
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Hurting humans wasn’t even the end game for the hosts born at Westworld. Mimicking real like company issues, the park is a huge data collection mine; they’re even stealing DNA. But to what vicious end? Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/adriennegibbs/2018/04/23/westworld-season-premiere-recap-stealing-dna-data-journey-into-night/
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In-the-know toques from Los Angeles to London help you eat your way through their city’s culinary scene. Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestravelguide/2018/04/20/20-chefs-reveal-the-must-have-dish-in-their-cities/
A new code-sharing agreement between Finnair and Alaska Airlines will let Alaska flyers on the West Coast easily connect with Finnair’s non-stop from San Francisco to Helsinki. Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelgoldstein/2018/04/20/finnair-and-alaska-airlines-hook-up-in-new-codeshare-partnership/
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From seats that literally make passengers stand, to lie-flat beds in the cargo compartment, the airline industry is open to seemingly crazy ideas that can cram in more passengers or enhance revenue. Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelgoldstein/2018/04/18/will-future-airline-passengers-fly-standing-up-or-sleep-in-the-baggage-compartment/
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Get ready for some serious wanderlust. Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/alexandratalty/2018/04/17/this-is-the-ultimate-travel-bucket-list-for-2018/
Albania is now on the path to EU membership after decades of isolation. Can tourism and trade triumph over corruption and poverty? That depends on Prime Minister Edi Rana…an artist at heart. Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/shelliekarabell/2018/04/17/albania-is-an-unusual-country-with-unusual-leadership-now-wants-to-join-europe/
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New properties, pizza and the buzziest play in years highlight a great season in the city. Forbes Travel Guide gives you an inside look. Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestravelguide/2018/04/13/your-spring-travel-guide-to-atlanta/
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The new A321LR jetliner from Airbus lives up to its long-range designation, setting a new flight record for single-aisle twin jets of 4750 miles. Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelgoldstein/2018/04/12/new-airbus-a321lr-claims-long-distance-record-with-4750-mile-flight/
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Cookie-cutter getaways have given way to Forbes Travel Guide-approved luxurious escapes that do dining, excursions and spa treatments with a smile and sophistication. Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestravelguide/2018/04/11/6-places-that-will-make-you-rethink-all-inclusive-resorts/
Following on from our feature on ‘How to plan the perfect safari’, in Issue 82, we asked five leading tour operators to share some more specially prepared itineraries to help you organise your adventure in this glorious southern African country 1 On the road: the best of Zambia Day 1: Arrive Lusaka, transfer to Mama […]
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Atlanta is the world’s busiest airport, but the biggest airports are groaning at the seams as international air travel rose 8.4% and total passengers grew 6.6% in 2017. Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelgoldstein/2018/04/10/atlanta-tops-list-of-worlds-busiest-airports-with-104-million-passengers/
A resale market for the giant Airbus A380 aircraft has finally developed, as European operator Hi Fly will put a mothballed plane back into service. Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelgoldstein/2018/04/09/encouraging-news-for-airbus-a380-as-hi-fly-buys-used-superjumbo/
This southern African country usually conjures up images of arid deserts, so a visit to its Zambezi Region will come as a surprise. Here, at the junction of the Zambezi and Chobe rivers, lies a watery wonderland — with great game viewing opportunities, amazing birdlife and a host of land- and water-based adventures, says Fiona […]
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In this portfolio, Greg du Toit reveals his tips on how to photograph these magnificent giants I have spent the past four years working on the ‘In the Footsteps of Giants’ project, whereby I have enjoyed hundreds of hours with elephants. I have flown over wild country looking for giant tuskers in Kenya and I […]
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Travel Africa Issue 81 – Winter 2017/18 Features Keeping track of cheetah Nick Dall sets out on foot in Mountain Zebra National Park to search for the world’s fastest feline, and learn about its behaviour and interaction with its distant cousin, the lion Portfolio: Caught on camera From bats to dabchicks, here is our […]
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A stay at a one-of-a-kind property in Chile’s most feted wine region is a feast for all senses. Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/bazdreisinger/2018/04/05/exploring-chiles-wine-country-lapostolle-residence-at-clos-apalta-vineyard/
The launch of the world’s largest cruise ship, Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas, this week shows how large the cruise industry has become. Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelgoldstein/2018/04/04/enormous-ships-like-symphony-of-the-seas-reflect-growing-cruise-industry/
How a little Forbes Travel Guide Five-Star gem proves to be the perfect site for your big day. Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbestravelguide/2018/04/04/a-magical-north-carolina-wedding-venue/
Do high murder rates from Mexico to London, along with scary State Department travel advisories, mean the world is unsafe for US travelers? Forbes – Forbes Travel Guide https://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelgoldstein/2018/04/03/how-safe-is-travel-abroad-for-americans/
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