L’Escale Resort Marina & Spa Review In ancient times, wary seafarers travelling from distant lands would find refuge in “stopovers” where they would relax and recover from long journeys before continuing their travels. Based on this concept, the award-winning L’Escale Resort Marina & Spa was created as an exclusive stopover for modern travellers. For us, […]
15 Best things to do in Mahé Mahé is the largest island in Seychelles and a tropical paradise known for its stunning beaches, clear waters and diverse ecosystems, which include lush forests, coral reefs, and mangroves. The island is also home to Victoria, the capital city of Seychelles, which happens to be the smallest capital city […]
Best things to do in Praslin Praslin, the second-largest island in the Seychelles archipelago, is a true paradise on Earth. Historically, it was a former refuge where pirates hid their treasure. These days, its treasures are more of the natural kind. With its white sandy beaches, turquoise waters and lush vegetation, it will mesmerise you […]
The Best Things to do on La Digue Island Travellers to Seychelles often wonder which islands they should include on their itinerary. After having been there, I can safely say that all three of the country’s main public islands – Mahe, Praslin and La Digue - are must-visit destinations. We almost left La Digue out […]
Constance Ephelia Review When searching for the best hotels in Mahé, it is no surprise that the name Constance Ephelia constantly comes up. Boasting an enviable location on the West Coast of Mahé, between two of its most beautiful beaches, in a unique natural setting encompassing a marine national park, a wetland nature reserve and […]
"Prayer clears the mist and brings back peace to the soul." Rumi When travelling, religious sanctuaries become more than a place to pray. They provide one with a tranquil escape from the city, and an opportunity to meet locals and witness their culture. I decided to compile a list of some of the beautiful mosques […]
Wondering what the best wildlife experiences in Africa are? Here are some of the most life-changing encounters in the African wilderness. Escaping deep into the remote and untouched wilds of Africa on a magical safari can be a life-changing experience. Home to scores of national parks and game reserves, a sojourn in these pristine wildlife […]
Are you looking for the best weekend getaways in Gauteng? Then you've come to the right place. I've lived in Gauteng for most of my life and here are my recommendations. A weekend escape from the city always sounds tempting but a long drive to get there usually isn’t as appealing. If you live in […]
South Africa Holiday Inspiration South Africa has recently been named the world’s greatest holiday destination by a poll of over 30 000 readers of the renowned UK-based The Telegraph in the 2023 Telegraph Travel Awards. This shouldn’t really be a surprise. While we do have our shortcomings, our beautiful country certainly does have a lot […]