Africa & Indian Ocean Travel Articles

Wish Upon a Shooting Star on Safari

Wish Upon a Shooting Star on Safari

Did you know the African Dung Beetle uses the stars to navigate - something which we humans have also been doing for hundreds of years?

Tunisia: Timeless and Contemporary

Tunisia: Timeless and Contemporary

Tunisia. The very name conjures up mystery, exoticism, and something quite electrifying.

Four Seasons Resorts Seychelles Launches Wellness Program Inspired by the Four Elements of Nature

Four Seasons Resorts Seychelles Launches Wellness Program Inspired by the Four Elements of Nature

With a backdrop of lush greenery, clear ocean waters and tropical landscapes, a vacation at Four Seasons Resorts Seychelles is organically connected to the nature of the islands.

Discover the Pearl Of Africa Through Its Top Attractions

Discover the Pearl Of Africa Through Its Top Attractions

Uganda, also called the Pearl of Africa, is located in the central-eastern part of the African Continent.

New Experiences at Cottar's Safaris Kenya

New Experiences at Cottar's Safaris Kenya

Cottar’s Safaris are luxurious safari properties located on the 7600 acre Olderkesi Conservancy which adjoins the Maasai Mara.

New Milestone Memories with Four Seasons Safari & Islands Collection, Africa

New Milestone Memories with Four Seasons Safari & Islands Collection, Africa

With the turn of the new year, loved ones kept apart by restrictions and lockdowns are longing to reunite and share in each other’s joys and achievements.

As Morocco Reopens, Retreat to Royal Mansour Marrakech

As Morocco Reopens, Retreat to Royal Mansour Marrakech

Morocco reopened its borders on Monday, February 7, welcoming international travelers for the first time this year.

Rediscover Mystical Marrakech with Cenizaro Hotels & Resorts

Rediscover Mystical Marrakech with Cenizaro Hotels & Resorts

Boasting two unique properties in the heart of Marrakech, Cenizaro Hotels and Resorts invites guests to uncover the bustling city and all of its secrets this season.

La Residence: Privacy, Peace and Pampering in a Sumptuous Boutique Hotel in South Africa

La Residence: Privacy, Peace and Pampering in a Sumptuous Boutique Hotel in South Africa

Set in a 30-acre working farm in Franschhoek, in the Winelands of South Africa’s fair Cape - surrounded by mountains with cornflower blue sky above - is La Residence.

Morocco's Kasbah Tamadot Welcomes Back International Guests

Morocco's Kasbah Tamadot Welcomes Back International Guests

Following last week’s announcement to lift travel bans to Morocco, Kasbah Tamadot – Sir Richard Branson’s Moroccan retreat in the beautiful High Atlas Mountains – is delighted to welcome back international guests.

Homes & Villas by Marriott International officially launches in South Africa

Homes & Villas by Marriott International officially launches in South Africa

Homes & Villas by Marriott International offers almost 300 exclusive Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban homes for rent in South Africa.

Live the Suite Life at Great Plains’ Most Exclusive Private Safari Residences in Kenya

Live the Suite Life at Great Plains’ Most Exclusive Private Safari Residences in Kenya

Great Plains, founded in 2006 by National Geographic filmmakers and explorers-in-residence Dereck and Beverly Joubert, offers an extensive portfolio of world-class safari suites across Kenya as well as in Botswana and Zimbabwe.

Thanda Island Wins World's Leading Exclusive Private Island for 6th Year in a Row

Thanda Island Wins World's Leading Exclusive Private Island for 6th Year in a Row

An eight-hectare emerald and ivory jewel set within a protected marine reserve, Thanda Island has been awarded World's Leading Exclusive Private Island at the 2021 World Travel Awards.

Private Luxury Villa opens in December at Mbano Manor Hotel Victoria Falls

Private Luxury Villa opens in December at Mbano Manor Hotel Victoria Falls

Southern Africa’s newest safari villa, the Mutota Forest Villa, opens at Victoria Falls in December 2021.

Marvelous Morukuru:  A Private South African Safari in an Exclusive-use House

Marvelous Morukuru: A Private South African Safari in an Exclusive-use House

With a dedicated staff, for only us - including personal butler, our own chef, game guide and tracker - Morukuru Family Madikwe is completely private.