Africa & Indian Ocean Travel Articles

Stay Fit in the African Bush with Sabi Sabi's New Gym with a View

Stay Fit in the African Bush with Sabi Sabi's New Gym with a View

Animals are everywhere in the African bush, making exercise a formidable task. Staying in shape just got a whole lot easier for everyone at Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve with the opening of Earth Lodge's Gym – our vote for best gym with a view.

Royal Portfolio's La Residence Voted World's Best Hotel

Royal Portfolio's La Residence Voted World's Best Hotel

Readers of Condé Nast Traveler have voted La Residence, in the South African Wine Country town of Franschhoek, "Best Hotel in the World" in the magazine's 2013 Readers' Choice Awards.

Destination 2014: South Africa and Brazil

Destination 2014: South Africa and Brazil

Two of the world's most exotic countries, South Africa and Brazil, will be intriguing travel destinations in 2014.

Double Fun: Norman Carr Offers Two Rivers Safari in Zambia

Double Fun: Norman Carr Offers Two Rivers Safari in Zambia

Norman Carr Safaris together with Chongwe Safaris are offering an exceptional nine-night safari in small and exclusive owner operated camps in Zambia, available all year.

Singita Unveils Castleton, Private Safari Lodge Available for Exclusive Use

Singita Unveils Castleton, Private Safari Lodge Available for Exclusive Use

Singita, Africa's leading safari specialist and conservation company, has introduced the new Singita Castleton in the heart of South Africa's Sabi Sand Game Reserve.

Kempinski Hotels Focuses Portfolio Expansion on Africa

Kempinski Hotels Focuses Portfolio Expansion on Africa

Kempinski Hotels, Europe's oldest luxury hotel group, has announced plans to expand its portfolio of luxury hotels in Africa. With two new properties opened in Kenya in 2013, Kempinski looks to add five more hotels to its African portfolio in the next year.

Explore Ethiopia by Air with Extraordinary Journeys 8-Day Helicopter Adventure

Explore Ethiopia by Air with Extraordinary Journeys 8-Day Helicopter Adventure

Have you ever dreamed of exploring Ethiopia with your very own private helicopter? Well now you can. Luxury safari specialists, Extraordinary Journeys, has partnered with Kenya's leading helicopter company, Tropic Air, to offer an once-in-a-lifetime 8 day helicopter adventure through Ethiopia.

The Best of Luxury in South Africa

The Best of Luxury in South Africa

There are several misconceptions western travelers often have about visiting South Africa. The most popular being that the country has issues with crime, is difficult to navigate, or is inhospitable to tourists.

Meet a Martial Arts Master in Marrakech at Palais Namaskar

Meet a Martial Arts Master in Marrakech at Palais Namaskar

Internationally renowned Martial Arts Master and Chinese Kung Fu World-Cup Champion, Fred Evrard, offers a bespoke five-day program at Palais Namaskar for those wishing to recharge their body and mind.

Palais Namaskar Introduces Authentic Lunchtime Cuisine

Palais Namaskar Introduces Authentic Lunchtime Cuisine

"La Table d'Antoine" offers guests a new gourmet experience and tailored service, transforming an everyday lunch into a beautiful escape, in the heart of Marrakech's Palmeraie.

THE ALPHEN in CAPE TOWN: Opulence and Glamour in Constantia Wine Valley

THE ALPHEN in CAPE TOWN: Opulence and Glamour in Constantia Wine Valley

"Welcome to the amazing Alphen Hotel" – this is the apt greeting given to every guest as they enter this heritage landmark in semi-rural Constantia, the Cape's oldest wine-growing valley, which recently re-opened as a five-star boutique establishment.

Winter Wine and Food Tours in South America & South Africa

Winter Wine and Food Tours in South America & South Africa

The wine and food tour specialist BKWine has launched the coming winter's wine and gourmet tours. There are two tours to New World wine countries: Chile and Argentina in South America in February, and South Africa in March. Both tours extend over a bit more than ten days.

Desroches Island Included in Elite Traveler’s Top 101 Suites In The World 2013

Desroches Island Included in Elite Traveler’s Top 101 Suites In The World 2013

The exclusive Madame Zabre Spa Retreat at Desroches Island, has been included in US-based private jet magazine Elite Traveler's ‘Top 101 Suites in the World 2013'.

Palais Namaskar Introduces Yuzu Mood Wellbeing

Palais Namaskar Introduces Yuzu Mood Wellbeing

Emblematic of the petite Asian citrus fruit Yuzu, Palais Namaskar introduces its new Autumn ‘Mood' from September through November 2013 in which guests will be inspired by many sensual elements of the Asian culture.

An Insiders' Guide to Serengeti National Park

An Insiders' Guide to Serengeti National Park

Planning a “bucket list” trip to visit world-famous Serengeti National Park can be a daunting task. In a park that is 5,700 square miles, how do you decide which are to see, where to stay, and what highlights you shouldn't miss?