Hi everyone. It’s Shannon, I am happy to report that I have just returned from Uganda. Yes, during COVID and it was very easy to do. Americans are allowed into the country as long as a negative COVID test is presented. And then to come home, we simply scheduled a COVID test in Entebbe a Read More…
Why a family safari will be your best holiday
While the very thought of taking kids or grandparents on a safari might make some take pause, it shouldn’t. Family travel offers a completely new dimension to your trip and will leave your whole family with a lifetime of memories. There are some common misconceptions surrounding family travel to Africa. First, that young children won’t get Read More…
Now is the best time to book Giraffe Manor
Giraffe Manor: Established in the 1930’s, this historical manor has garnished worldwide attention over the last 8 years for its very tall and slender residents. You have likely seen your favorite celebrity or Instagram influencer on the property feeding giraffes from their breakfast window but when you inquire it is a two-year waitlist! Today, I Read More…
Things to consider when booking holiday travel
Since the pandemic shut down most countries across the world, most Americans have had planned trips cancelled or postponed for the year. We know that holiday travel is on your minds and that a lot of you really just want to travel again. With places in the Caribbean and Africa opening up to Americans, the Read More…
Traveling on Election Day
Election Day is just around the corner! Voting is your chance to have some control over what happens to your family and community. As citizens, it is our right to weigh in on the issues that affect our country and the people who lead it. Can you still register to vote? Voter registration deadlines are Read More…
Exclusively Yours: Rwanda is More Than Gorillas
One of our Africa Travel Experts, Candice, went to Rwanda in January. Here is her review of her amazing experience. I was able to go gorilla trekking in Rwanda back in 2013, and this once-in-a-lifetime adventure (as I thought at the time) was one of the most amazing things I’ve ever done. Recently, I was Read More…
Why should I book my 2021 or 2022 trip now?
In the age of a global pandemic, it may not feel like the right time to be planning travel. We understand you may have had to put current and upcoming travel plans on hold – we definitely have. And with quarantine measures in place, we know we are all craving for the time when we Read More…
What is it like to travel now during the Covid-19 pandemic?
We understand it can be difficult to stay on top of any changes needed for your travel in 2020 – requirements for travel seem to be changing daily! Here are some answers to the questions you may have now about traveling. What is it like to fly during Covid-19? Each airline has their own set Read More…
The Advantages of Using a Travel Advisor
There is incredible value in hiring a travel advisor to plan your dream vacation. These days, so much information is accessible online that it can seem easy to book hotels and tours on your own. However, there are many advantages to using our white-glove service to plan your trip. 1: We are the experts in Read More…
Finding Happiness in Planning Travel
Is anyone tired of hearing about these “unprecedented times”? Not knowing what the future holds can be scary. We’re all tired of the terms lockdown, stay-at-home, social distancing – and especially homeschooling! 😳 Plans have had to be postponed or even cancelled. Birthdays, anniversaries, and funerals have taken place in relative isolation. Wedding vows have Read More…
What will a trip to Africa look like post COVID-19?
In the span of two months, most people’s lives have been turned topsy-turvy. It seems that with each day we hear of new challenges that we must conquer. And yet each day hopeful news materializes that we are advancing in the right direction and will come out on top. Albeit, with time. We at Africa Read More…
Avoid the crowds in East Africa – 4 Remote Nature Conservancies
In the travelers imagination, Kenya and Tanzania have always been the embodiment of the continent, from the sweeping plains of the Serengeti to the renowned Apex of Kilimanjaro. Outside of these iconic sites, however, there is so much more to be discovered. The recent Travel and Leisure article, featuring some of our colleagues and partners Read More…
What is October like in the Maldives?
October is the Best Value For Money for The Maldives This island nation is not known for being budget friendly, especially for families. That being said, those looking for a bit of a deal should consider May to October. The rates are generally lower and resorts are extremely generous with value-ads (eg free transfers, kids Read More…
Chyulu Hills, Kenya
Enchantment & adventure in the “Green Hills of Africa.”
Tanzania Travel Tips for the Path Less Traveled
I have just returned from my first adventure in Tanzania and thought I would share some of my Tanzania travel tips with you all! Long story short: This destination is not for everyone. But if you want a wild, adventurous, and life-changing safari experience (and have a little patience with the transportation), you will fall Read More…
Chimp Trekking at Mahale: Up Close and Personal!
I have just returned from an absolutely magical trip to Tanzania. This was my first time in the country and I spent about 3 weeks traveling ALL over, from Arusha to the beaches in Zanzibar. But today I want to share with you the most amazing experience of the whole trip: chimp trekking at Mahale. Read More…
African Safari in Kenya: Cats and Elephants Galore!
Hi everyone, Avalon here! I had the opportunity to experience an African safari in Kenya for the first time last month. I was attending the Magical Kenya Travel Expo in Nairobi, but I also had the chance to experience a Big 5 safari at Karen Blixen Camp beforehand. This was my first safari in Kenya Read More…
Best Safaris in Africa: Our Top 5 Picks
Some of the best safaris in Africa include Sabi Sands Game Reserve in South Africa, the Great Migration in East Africa, and the Okavango Delta in Botswana. Each of these destinations is bound to blow you away. But it all depends on what you want to see and do! Find inspiration with these recommendations from Read More…
10 Best South Africa Safari Tours: Our Top Luxury Packages
With so much to see and do, South Africa is perfect for your first trip to Africa! South Africa safari tours offer unbelievable wildlife viewing and a full range of accommodations, from great value options to all-out luxury. Cape Town delights with its sunny climate, beautiful beaches, and cosmopolitan feel. Nearby are beautiful winelands and outdoor Read More…
Best Things to Do in Cape Town: 11 Must-See Places
Cape Town—the Mother City, breathtaking and brimming with things to do. You can’t beat South Africa’s cultural capital for natural beauty, from the impressive and ever-present Table Mountain to glorious stretches of golden beach. Here you’ll find world-class cuisine, a thriving fashion scene, inspired art and design, independent shops, coffee roasters, food markets, and so Read More…
My South Africa Wedding and Honeymoon!
I’ve decided I may have to give up traveling, as I recently returned from the greatest trip of my life, and I can’t imagine anything ever comparing. Okay, part of that is an exaggeration, but I did spend the last 2 weeks of March on my South Africa wedding/honeymoon, and it was absolutely magnificent! Our Read More…