Finland is a rich country. What have they got? They got Nokia phones and plywood. How’d they get so rich? Because they’re free.
P. J. O’Rourke
Safaris used be rather dangerous and - in the case of the animals - deadly propositions. Men with names like George or Nigel would take a steam liner to Africa from one of the colonies, with their pipes, rifles and maps in hand. Sleeping rough in tents, they would spend the night regaling…
As if going on safari isn't enough, our affiliate friends go2Africa are bringing the event into the 21st century. Electric safari vehicles are rapidly getting into pole position for zero-emission, carbon-neutral holidays in Africa. From Kenya to Botswana, a handful of lodges have embraced a low-impact approach to sustainable eco-tourism. Discover the benefits of…
Take it or leave it, social media is now fully engrained into everyone's life, no matter where you live. It can be a bit of a poisoned chalice, but it can also act as not only a valuable source of information, it can also be a breath of fresh air. Not too long…
Scenes so lovely must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight…. ” David Livingstone 1855
For many decades, hunting wild animals was "the thing to do" if you considered yourself as a "sportsman." Never mind that dozens of species were dying out because of the "sport." Luckily, many more forward thinking people realised that hunting was not sustainable. The most significant criticism revolved around the impact on…
If there's a vice or a trade that hurts animals, we're against it. The wanton, senseless murder for sport went on for far too long to the point of annihilating a number of species, many of them endangered to being with. But, are you heading off on a mindful safari? How…
Here's another travel test. How many of you know where Bandipur is? Probably only a handful of people. And that might be a bit sad, as it probably won't be as many people as it should: the world is like that: so big with so much to explore. Let's…
Namibia. How much do you know about this diverse country? And, for those who are clued into what Nambia has to offer, were you aware that there is a cross-country luxury train? And when we say luxury, we mean it.
Let's take a step backwards and give you the background about why…
.... responsibly. For many travelers, one of the biggest thrills is being able to visit locales and see animals in their own habitats, unshackled, roaming around as it should be. Elephants, tigers, rare birds - you get the picture. Safaris are a great way of doing that (and we have a…
It's a big place. You've worked long and hard over the years. You've done alright. You have some money to spare. And, you're the adventurous type. You want to see it all before you leave this planet, and it's a big planet. And you're also one who has done well…
You will most certainly know about Qatar: we've written several posts about this fascinating, liberal and diverse country. But, here we discuss its capitol city, Doha. And, like most wealthy countries in that part of the globe, they pride themselves their progressive approach to many things, including the look and feel of…
Please welcome our newest team member, Trish Filipovic. Whereas your editor jerks from one topic to another, Trish will focus on lengthy and content-rich articles. She's been all over the globe and knows what she's talking about. Get yourself a coffee, sit down and have fun. With a seemingly diminishing Covid 19, Post-Pandemic seems to…
Please join us in welcoming our new affiliate friends, Go2Africa.com Since 1998 they have been planning trips the length and breadth of the continent. The secret to their success? Their commitment to first-hand knowledge of every destination, lodge, and activity that they recommend. Collectively, they spend more than 365 days a year on safari to…
At one point it seemed like the whole world was backpacking and trekking this tropical paradise in South Asia. Never one to miss out, we went to see for ourselves to bring you this guide to Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka is roughly the same size as Ireland and sits to the south-east of India. The island…
It’s the remarkable and divers landscapes of Botswana’s parks and reserves that make this country such a noteworthy and unforgettable safari destination. In the North, there are the shimmering waterways and green floodplains of the Okavango Delta. Dominating the soul of the country is the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, a remotes but beyond belief sandy…
Hey tiger, want to explore the bush and find your inner animal? In style, of course. And a rather special place is the The Bushcamp Company in Zambia. It's been around for a while, but they've spent a number of months refreshing the place. The award-winning Mfuwe safari lodge is set in the most prolific…