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Where Sir David Attenborough filmed some of the footage for the BBC's 'Africa'
“What a marvellous example of how people and wildlife can live alongside one another. Thank you all.” Those are the words of Sir David Attenborough after his visit to Porini Amboseli whilst filming some ofthe BBC’s ‘Africa’series. You don’t get many finer
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Top 10 activities in South Australia
Not only is South Australia home to long summers, stunning beaches and award-winning wine, it also offers a diverse range of activities. Whether exploring the ocean depths for leafy sea dragons, sharks or shipwrecks or cycling and trekking through the Outback, there are plenty of options to
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Photograph of the week: Leopard in the Maasai Mara
This leopard is called Fig and was there in the tree with his mother Acacia. They are two of the resident leopards that live near Porini Lion Camp in the Olare Orok Conservancy, Maasai Mara. Photographer Mohanjeet Brar was with the Porini Lion Camp Maasai guides who know the leopards’
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8 unusual things to do in South Africa
Housing some of the worlds most rare and incredible species of wildlife, not to mention a host of award-winning restaurants and beaches, your South Africa holiday will definitely not be boring.No matter where you stay in South Africa, you are bound to encounter a variety of life-defining sig
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From skydiver to scubadiver... in seconds!
Tropical North Queensland challenged 20 unique filmmakers to head to Cairns and capture their ‘1 Day in Paradise in Tropical North Queensland‘, using only a GoPro camera. They each made a 2 minute film. At the time of writing, this one is the most popular and shows a guy skydivin
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Shhhh... community
One of my favourite camps in Africa is up in northern Kenya in a massive wildlife conservancy called Namunyak. You can be forgiven for never having heard of it not many people have. Its north of Mount Kenya, and not too far from Samburu Game Reserve.
The camp in question is called Sarara Ca
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4 of the world's best luxury honeymoon combinations
With the nuptial season slowly but surely creeping upon us, theres a flurry of weddings on the way… and with weddings, of course, come honeymoons. Calling all grooms (and untrusting brides), here is our guide to some of the top honeymoon destination combinations around the world.
Oman
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Top 5 African safari experiences
An incredible shared family experience, a romantic encounter or simply an unforgettable adventure whatever type of luxury safari holiday you wish to enjoy, time spent exploring the wilds of Africa is sure to be rewarding, absorbing and ultimately enriching.Explore remarkable malaria-free Af
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New luxury base from which to watch the incredible wildebeest migration river crossings
Just as the annual wildebeest migration arrives in the North of the Serengeti this month, so Asilia Africa opens their newest camp, Olakira Lamai. A luxurious base from which to view one of nature’s greatest spectacles, Olakira Lamai is close to the Mara River where the iconic river cr
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The call of Everest
Fifty years ago, Americans summited Mount Everest for the first time. To celebrate this anniversary, climbers Conrad Anker and Emily Harrington, writer Mark Jenkins, and naturalist Alton Byers meet to discuss the history and future of the world’s highest peak. This is a great video fro
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Photograph of the week: Amboseli National Park, Kenya
Dario Endara did several safari trips throughout Kenya and Tanzania. But the one that stood out the most was Amboseli National Park in Kenya. This place had everything, from the abundance of wildlife to the dramatic scenery which included Mount Kilimanjaro. Though the mountain is actually l
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Photograph of the week: Half Dome, Yosemite National Park
Eight miles into a hike to the summit of Half Dome, Josh McNair finally reached the base of the cables section of Half Dome in Yosemite National Park. This 400 feet of cables loosely attached to the rock face provides an almost insane call to the adventurer, beckoning the accomplishment that
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Top 10 luxury country breaks in Africa
If you are looking for a rural getaway with a difference, then look no further than Africa – a continent so diverse and beautiful, both in its landscapes and, of course, its flora and fauna. Whether it’s a hot air balloon ride over the Maasai Mara, fly fishing on the Zambezi or s
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6 original ways to discover Marrakech's surroundings
Beyond the hubbub of the medina, Marrakech has a diverse and wonderful landscape surrounding the city, that can surprise, stimulate and inspire. To really experience it, you have to get off the beaten track and discover what lies in store. Explore Marrakech by air or buggy, or go traditional
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3 top tips on planning a luxury safari
There are safaris and safaris of course, but what makes a safari a luxury safari? Is it the accommodation, the location, the food, the guiding, the vehicles… or something else? Well, its all of these things and more, but there are a few key things you can look out for to ensure your sa
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Explore the Russian Far East in style
When you think about Russia, you naturally think of grandiose domed churches, soviet-era architecture and vast siberian landscapes. What you don’t tend to think of is hot springs, volcanoes and bear-watching. Amazingly, if you go far enough east to the Kamchatka peninsula, the tourist
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Top 4 bike tour destinations for beginner cyclists
Allow me to debunk a common myth: you do not have to be an avid cyclist to have an amazing and unforgettable time on a cycling vacation. To travel by bike is to take in your surroundings at your own pace, stop to taste the grapes right off the a vine in Tuscany, or navigate your way through
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Nicaragua launches new Coffee Trail
The Nicaragua Tourist Board has launched the Coffee Trail, a new tourist route that will give visitors an authentic experience of the northern region of the country. The Coffee Trail covers five regional departments – Estel, Jinotega, Madriz, Matagalpa, and Nueva Segovia – and ai
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8 fantastic ways to encounter wildlife in the Outer Hebrides
As the BBC natural history series,Hebrides, Islands on the Edgecomes to an end, many viewerswill have been inspired to put the Outer Hebrides on their must-visit list.Butcan the islands really offer the kind of up-close and personal encounters with wildlife that the series promises? The answ
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Top 6 activities in the extremes
Some people will go to the ends of the earth for a bit of adventure! Although still considered somewhat off the beaten track, the polar regions and surrounding areas are fast becoming bucket list contenders for many travellers.And if travelling to these destinations wasn’t enough of a
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