The Rhythm of the African Wilderness
There is something about being in the African wilderness that makes you look at your watch a little less. It might be that it’s the early morning light slowly spreading across the landscape, the quiet before the day begins, or simply the realisation that, out here,...
The Heartbeat of Cape Town
There is the Cape Town you see. And then there is the Cape Town you discover. From the air, on a clear day, she introduces herself before you have even landed. Table Mountain. Lion’s Head. Signal Hill. The sweep of the Atlantic. Perhaps it is the extraordinary meeting...
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When Cape Town Slows, Winter Finds You
Winter in Cape Town is not a season to avoid. It is a season that reminds us how much naturerestores… and how much we love the sun.There are winter days in Cape Town that feel like a secret - days where the air is crisp, the lightis golden, and the city reveals a...
An invitation: Zambia calling
We travel for many reasons. At first, travel is often born of necessity … education, work, responsibility. We go because life asks it of us. Then, slowly, curiosity begins to whisper. Courage follows. The world grows larger than our fears, and the desire to see, feel,...
Coming ‘Home’ to Zambia: Why Some Journeys Heal More Than Others
I lived in Kabwe, Zambia (then known as Broken Hill) for around fifteen years. When I think back to my childhood, I remember attending Jacaranda Trust School. We were divided into three school teams: Kafue (Blue), Zambezi (Red), and Luangwa (Yellow). At the time, they...
A Journey Into Taste, Story and Place
South Africa’s winelands are not simply a destination about wine. Here, you’ll find stories of families that have farmed for generations, young winemakers chasing bold ideas, chefs drawing inspiration from the seasons and landscapes so beautiful they slow you down and...
A World in One Country: Kruger, Franschhoek & Cape Town
The very name, Kruger, makes you pause. You find yourself imagining a place where the Big Five will enthral you and sunrises and sunsets weave their magic around you. And then there's Thaafir, our newest team member, who when asked what comes to mind when he hears...
An SAA Flight that made me smile
Flight CPT to JNB | SA354 | 08 July Some flights stay with you long after you’ve landed. It’s never just about going from Point A to Point B. Sometimes, it’s the person in the seat beside you, the hum of the aircraft, or the view from the window. But on this...
Celebrating 14 years: A Fresh New Look
Mambo Rakifi (greetings friend!), This year, we are celebrating 14 years of showing people the world and supporting corporates in their projects. It felt like the perfect (and delightfully random), milestone to pause, reflect, and celebrate the...
The Magical Serengeti – calling all Safari Enthusiasts!!
Dreaming of the Serengeti migration? Here's your ultimate cheat sheet to plan your epic safari adventure! 🦒🐘 🍼 Calving Season (February): Cue the baby fever! Around 500,000 calves are born, making this a prime time for wildlife photographers to snap those...
Cape Town: A Culinary Journey Through Its Melting Pot of Cultures
This weekend, I had the privilege of gathering with some serious foodies who know a different kind of Cape Town when it comes to truly satisfying your tastebuds. From my gathering I was reminded of a thing or two about this magical city…. Cape Town is more than...
Glamour in Travel: Supporting dreams
On 25 October 2024, a movie is coming to Amazon Prime: “Soft Love”. A love story. A story that celebrates the differences in cultures and the challenges of falling in love with someone from a different country. It’s a tale as old as time… Once...
Sisterhood. Friendship: Journeys of celebration
On 18 October World Menopause Awareness Day was observed. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I am glad that women-focussed health is taking a prominent seat. There’s a reason so many companies offer a platform and a product for women only travel, women...
Ol Pajeta – Crossing the Equator to Pay Homage to Rhinos
Greetings dear friends in travel, September is such an alluring month in South Africa, the weather is beautiful, the flowers are out, seducing your senses, spring is in the air. And for the tourism industry, we have much to celebrate. On 22 September, we...
Hormonal Health and Awareness in Travel
What do travel and hormones have in common? Well – from personal experience – EVERYTHING!!!! I know that I am affected by changes in time zones, in geographical location, in what I eat when I travel and who I meet up with. Should you stop travelling...
Unveiling Elephant Wonders: Insights from Safari Adventures
Imagine being on safari, surrounded by a majestic herd of elephants. You feel their presence long before you even catch sight of them—it's truly magical. For me, these incredible creatures never fail to captivate. I'm fortunate to embark on safari adventures at least...