Africa & Indian Ocean Travel Articles

Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp Wins 2014 Fodor's 100 Hotel Awards

Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp Wins 2014 Fodor's 100 Hotel Awards

Fodor's Travel, a leading name in travel guides for more than 75 years, today announced that Cottar's 1920s Safari Camp has been recognized as a 2014 Fodor's 100 Hotel Award winner.

Mauritius' One&Only Le Saint Geran Adds Indian Pavilion To Culinary Offerings

Mauritius' One&Only Le Saint Geran Adds Indian Pavilion To Culinary Offerings

One&Only Le Saint Géran, the Mauritian hideaway known for its easy luxury and attentive service, is introducing a third restaurant: a new Indian Pavilion.

Extraordinary Journeys Introduces Unique Serengeti Bush Adventure with Hadzabe People

Extraordinary Journeys Introduces Unique Serengeti Bush Adventure with Hadzabe People

Extraordinary Journeys is offering travelers the ultimate authentic Serengeti bush experience with its brand new 9-night A Step Back in Time: Serengeti & Hadzabe People safari.

Egyptian Itineraries Unveiled by Insight Vacations

Egyptian Itineraries Unveiled by Insight Vacations

Insight Vacations® will release their exciting new Egyptian itineraries, set to launch in January 2015. Insight has a legacy of bringing travelers to Egypt spanning more than three decades, and after careful monitoring Insight is celebrating the peaceful completion of elections with an improved selection of itineraries exploring this historically-rich destination.

8 Reasons to Visit Botswana in the Green Season

8 Reasons to Visit Botswana in the Green Season

Botswana's summer 'Green Season', November through March, is an exceptional time to safari in Botswana. Magnificent afternoon thunder and lightening storms transform Botswana's arid landscapes into diverse, verdant green wonderlands.

Castello di Monte Celebrates 10 Years of Five Star Hospitality in Style

Castello di Monte Celebrates 10 Years of Five Star Hospitality in Style

Castello di Monte was launched as a Tuscan 5-star guesthouse 10 years ago and has grown from strength to strength, establishing a sterling reputation for offering bespoke hospitality.

7 New Itineraries in 2015 for Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic

7 New Itineraries in 2015 for Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic

Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic has announced seven new itineraries for 2015 aboard National Geographic Explorer. The diverse itineraries range from the iconic to the little known, mostly wild, with human history and culture woven in.

Newly Opened Ecca Lodge Celebrates the Vibrant Colors of the African People

Newly Opened Ecca Lodge Celebrates the Vibrant Colors of the African People

Situated in South Africa's malaria free Eastern Cape, Kwandwe Game Reserve's Ecca Lodge has opened following a full refurbishment of its 6 stand-alone suites and guest areas.

The Marly, Beachfront Boutique Hotel Opens in Cape Town

The Marly, Beachfront Boutique Hotel Opens in Cape Town

A luxury boutique hotel has newly opened in Camps Bay, Cape Town's trendy beach destination.

Discovering Moroccan Traditions in Marrakech

Discovering Moroccan Traditions in Marrakech

Marrakech clearly unburdened itself of the rule book long ago. Its tortuously twisting streets can rattle even the most adept map reader. The distractions, from sparkling horse drawn carriages in the medina to diaper-clad monkeys in the central square, are bordering on psychedelic.

Wilderness Collection's North Island Offers Seychelles Honeymoon Special

Wilderness Collection's North Island Offers Seychelles Honeymoon Special

A Honeymoon Special is now being offered by Wilderness Collection's North Island in the Seychelles, a luxurious and unspoiled tropical haven offering complete privacy to newlyweds.

Front Row Seats at Bushmans Kloof for the Spring Flower Spectacle

Front Row Seats at Bushmans Kloof for the Spring Flower Spectacle

Magnificent spring flowers are in full bloom in the Cederberg, thanks to excellent early winter rains. Witness the best seats in the house with Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat, where guests are guaranteed to marvel at this annual natural wonder.

The Westin Turtle Bay Resort & Spa Opens in Mauritius

The Westin Turtle Bay Resort & Spa Opens in Mauritius

Nestled in lush tropical gardens, the resort enjoys a pristine beachfront location in the historic Turtle Bay of Balaclava on the North West coast of the island.

MAIA Luxury Resort & Spa in the Seychelles Becomes 'BEYOND All-Inclusive'

MAIA Luxury Resort & Spa in the Seychelles Becomes 'BEYOND All-Inclusive'

MAIA Luxury Resort & Spa in Mahé, Seychelles introduces the new 'BEYOND All-Inclusive' concept beginning November 1, 2014.

Ellerman House Launches South African Journey

Ellerman House Launches South African Journey

Ellerman House in Cape Town, South Africa has introduced the 'Ellerman House Journey,' a perfect chance to experience the renowned art and wine in the region.