When someone says the word “Africa”, you probably envision vast wild plains, animals running free and barely any human contact apart from wild men and women living in huts, draped in hunters’ skins and brandishing spears. And while those places indeed exist, there is a whole lot more that encompasses Africa; roaring waterfalls by
Bokaap, formerly known as the Malay Quarter in Cape Town, South Africa, has an intriguing history deeply rooted in the Cape Malay community. Initially settled by enslaved people from Southeast Asia, Indonesia, and the Indian subcontinent during the 18th century, Bokaap became a melting pot of diverse cultures and traditions. The area’s distinct Cape Malay
Let’s get down to the most fun part of going away for a holiday – the endless planning! The bookings, the itinerary, the accommodation, the flights (and the “cutting-it-bloody-close” connection flights), the restaurants, the activities, the transport from A to B, the travel insurance, the passports and visas, medical clearance, emergency service numbers…
Botswana, officially known as the Republic of Botswana, is a landlocked country in Southern Africa. Formerly named Bechuanaland, Botswana adopted its moniker after becoming independent on the 30th September 1966. Since then, it has been a democratic government, with a consistent record of consecutive constitutional elections and the lowest perceived corruption ranking in Africa since
Namibia, a realm of distinguishing landmarks, diverse wildlife and unique people. Ranging from the Salt Pans of Etosha National Park to the enigmatic beauty of the Namib desert, Namibia has been blessed as a country bountiful in the department of natural wonders. Below are just a few examples of the building blocks that make
When someone says the word “Africa”, you probably envision vast wild plains, animals running free and barely any human contact apart from wild men and women living in huts, draped in hunters’ skins and brandishing spears. And while those places indeed exist, there is a whole lot more that encompasses Africa; roaring waterfalls by
Clubs, pubs, and taverns galore decorate the streets of South Africa’s most touristy city during its pulsating weekend nightlife – but what’s there to do and see when the weekend is a distant dream and we need a fix for those Monday to Thursday blues? Cape Town is home to several cultural activities, and when
4 Wild Animal Encounters to Enjoy in Africa That Aren’t a Big 5 Safari When touring the continent scrap that cliched safari and enjoy these once-in-a-lifetime, authentic African wildlife adventures. The African continent is largely known for providing visitors to its shores with unparalleled opportunities for encountering wild fauna in its varying natural habitats. The
Get Your Adventure Travel On In Madagascar Ask most people what they know of Madagascar and they’ll probably tell you something about the highly successful eponymous animated film series. While the popular movies certainly brought the Indian Ocean island nation to the attention of the global populace, there’s so much more to this unique African
Consistently voted as one of the world’s top travel destinations (by both tourists and the travel industry alike), Cape Town is a real gem on the southwestern tip of the African crown. Sandwiched between a breathtaking Atlantic coastline and towering mountain peaks, you’d be rather hard-pressed to find a cosmopolitan city with more natural beauty and exciting