Africa & Indian Ocean Travel Articles

Nelson Mandela's Former Home Reopens as a Private Villa

Nelson Mandela's Former Home Reopens as a Private Villa

This May Nelson Mandela's former home on Shambala Private Game Reserve opens to the public for the first time. A place of quiet reflection, the property welcomes guests looking for an authentically African retreat steeped in history.

La Mamounia Launches Amala Luxury Skincare at Morocco's  Most Legendary Spa Oasis

La Mamounia Launches Amala Luxury Skincare at Morocco's Most Legendary Spa Oasis

Amala, the world's premier plant-powered luxury skincare brand, is now the signature line for La Mamounia, a legendary palace retreat that has come to define traditional Moroccan hospitality.

Limalimo Lodge Ethiopia New Luxury Eco-Travel Destination

Limalimo Lodge Ethiopia New Luxury Eco-Travel Destination

Launching in September 2015, Limalimo Lodge will be the realization of a dream for two native Simien mountain guides who want to share, cherish and preserve the wildlife and spectacular scenery of a precious environment they have loved for decades.

Sven Lindblad Appointed Cultural Ambassador of Seychelles

Sven Lindblad Appointed Cultural Ambassador of Seychelles

The Seychelles Ministry of Tourism has appointed Sven-Olof Lindblad, CEO of Lindblad Expeditions, as Cultural Ambassador of Seychelles.

Feel Like a Star with The Twelve Apostles Experience

Feel Like a Star with The Twelve Apostles Experience

The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa's new package showcases every highlight this Leading Hotels of the World member property has to offer, from a helicopter flight and High Tea to a fine dining evening and relaxing spa treatment.

The Villa Rosa Kempinski 5 Star Luxury in Nairobi, Kenya

The Villa Rosa Kempinski 5 Star Luxury in Nairobi, Kenya

Did you know that Kenya is one of the largest exporters of flowers? If you didn't know that before, you will know that when you step inside the Villa Rosa Kempinski hotel.

Big Five Tours & Expeditions Launches Collection of Trips for Children Ages 5-11

Big Five Tours & Expeditions Launches Collection of Trips for Children Ages 5-11

Big Five Tours & Expeditions has unveiled a new collection of family-focused itineraries called Precious Journeys that cater specifically to families traveling with children of ages five to 11.

Get Your Fitness Fix on Safari at Sabi Sabi

Get Your Fitness Fix on Safari at Sabi Sabi

Traveling is always a challenge to the waistline – even on safari. Earth Lodge at Sabi Sabi Game Reserve in South Africa has decided it's not necessarily so.

New Traditional Mauritian Afternoon Tea at Westin Turtle Bay Mauritius

New Traditional Mauritian Afternoon Tea at Westin Turtle Bay Mauritius

The Westin Turtle Bay Resort & Spa, Mauritius has launched a unique ‘Afternoon Sea' ritual for guests, a Mauritian take on the traditional British Afternoon Tea.

10 Reasons Why Zambia is Africa's Hidden Safari Gem

10 Reasons Why Zambia is Africa's Hidden Safari Gem

Leading exotic wildlife travel expert Wild Planet Adventures specializes in intimate encounters with exotic wildlife in less-traveled destinations that feature more animals and fewer tourists.

Spring into South Africa with African Travel, Inc.

Spring into South Africa with African Travel, Inc.

South Africa is renowned for its nearly eternal sunshine, a subtropical coastal playground boasting warm temperatures and utopian beaches.

Kids Stay Free at Wilderness Collection's North Island, Seychelles

Kids Stay Free at Wilderness Collection's North Island, Seychelles

The most expensive resort in the world, Wilderness Collection's North Island is now offering an exceptional deal for families staying in the property's luxurious Presidential Villas.

Take The Kids & See The Big Five at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

Take The Kids & See The Big Five at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

From the Great Migration to spectacular African sunsets, parents looking to share the excitement of wildlife spotting with their children can now combine animal sightings with no end of engaging activities at Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, with the launch of the Big Five Family Safari package.

Le Touessrok Mauritius to rebrand as Shangri-La's Le Touessrok Resort & Spa

Le Touessrok Mauritius to rebrand as Shangri-La's Le Touessrok Resort & Spa

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts announces Shangri-La's Le Touessrok Resort & Spa, Mauritius will begin taking reservations on 30 March for stays starting from 1 November 2015.

Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech to Open this Spring in Morocco

Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech to Open this Spring in Morocco

Mandarin Oriental, Marrakech is scheduled to open this Spring in the historic and atmospheric Moroccan city.