Africa & Indian Ocean Travel Articles

The Oberoi Philae Offers Unparalleled Luxury on the Nile

The Oberoi Philae Offers Unparalleled Luxury on the Nile

The Oberoi Group announced that The Oberoi Philae, Luxury Nile Cruiser, Egypt will sail between Aswan and Luxor, offering a four and six night itinerary.

Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech Offers Fantastic Golf Journey Package

Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech Offers Fantastic Golf Journey Package

The recently opened Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech is launching a fantastic Golf Journey package offering guests the opportunity to enjoy world class golf with the stunning snow-capped Atlas Mountains as a backdrop.

Safari Special Offer: Royal Botswana with Victoria Falls

Safari Special Offer: Royal Botswana with Victoria Falls

Award-winning luxury safari outfitter Great Safaris has announced today that their best-selling Royal Botswana Safari including a visit to Victoria Falls is offered at a 35 percent discount.

Well…and Beyond in Namibia

Well…and Beyond in Namibia

Since ancient Cypriots purportedly ministered to ailing pilgrims at the temple of Asclepius, health tourism has grown to an estimated 11 million cross-border travelers each year.

Prince Harry Joins Forces with Wilderness Safaris on Botswana Rhino Project

Prince Harry Joins Forces with Wilderness Safaris on Botswana Rhino Project

The Wilderness Safaris conservation team was honored to host Prince Harry in Botswana recently as part of a three-month trip to southern Africa to take part in various frontline conservation activities, including the company's pioneering Botswana Rhino Project.

Explore Botswana Alongside Abercrombie & Kent President on an Exclusive Journey

Explore Botswana Alongside Abercrombie & Kent President on an Exclusive Journey

Experience a special, one-time-offering of Abercrombie & Kent's flagship Botswana Safari in Style hosted by A&K USA President Phil Otterson and Paul Bauer, Managing Director of A&K Southern Africa, in July 2016 to celebrate the reopening of Sanctuary Chief's Camp in the Okavango Delta.

Stellenbosch, South Africa: A Top Wedding and Honeymoon Destination

Stellenbosch, South Africa: A Top Wedding and Honeymoon Destination

With destination weddings all the rage now, Stellenbosch, South Africa's leading wine region just 40 minutes from Cape Town, is the ideal spot to wrap up celebrations and honeymoon in one fabulous break.

Cousine Island Seychelles to Reopen in April 2016

Cousine Island Seychelles to Reopen in April 2016

Cousine Island will reopen in April 2016 and introduce a new Presidential Villa as well as a tailored Guest Ambassador program to support the island's ecosystem platform.

Shangri-La's Le Touessrok Resort & Spa, Mauritius Celebrates its Grand Opening

Shangri-La's Le Touessrok Resort & Spa, Mauritius Celebrates its Grand Opening

Shangri-La's Le Touessrok Resort & Spa, Mauritius, the legendary 34-acre waterfront Mauritian hideaway, is celebrating its grand opening tomorrow on December 11 with over 200 guests and dignitaries.

The Oberoi Group to Open 3 New Luxury Hotels in 2016

The Oberoi Group to Open 3 New Luxury Hotels in 2016

The Oberoi Group announced the opening of three luxury hotels for the year 2016 with The Oberoi Marrakech, Morocco; The Oberoi Sukhvilas, Chandigarh and The Oberoi, Al Zorah.

Sanctuary Retreats: Location, Location, Location

Sanctuary Retreats: Location, Location, Location

Three short words distinguish Africa's award-winning safari camps and lodges Sanctuary Retreats: location, location, location.

Fairmont Expands into North Africa with Luxury Hotel Development in La Marina Morocco

Fairmont Expands into North Africa with Luxury Hotel Development in La Marina Morocco

Luxury hotel brand Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Abu Dhabi-based private real estate investment company Eagle Hills, today announced the development of a new luxury hotel in Morocco, Fairmont La Marina Rabat-Salé.

5 Reasons to Spend Christmas with Sanctuary Retreats

5 Reasons to Spend Christmas with Sanctuary Retreats

Christmas evokes visions of home comforts, bubbly beverages and pine needles covering the living room floor. For others, Christmas is a time to travel and unwind. Whether that means traveling to warmer or colder climes, Christmas is the perfect opportunity to take a much needed vacation.

The Masai Mara National Park and its Amazing Photographic Opportunities

The Masai Mara National Park and its Amazing Photographic Opportunities

Masai Mara National Park -- It is a destination that has been written about, filmed, dreamed about, and traveled to by visitors from across the planet.

A Visit to Es Saadi Palace in Marrakech

A Visit to Es Saadi Palace in Marrakech

Mark Nicholls visits the five-star Es Saadi Palace in Marrakech and absorbs the sounds, scents and sentiment of a wonderful city and resort.