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 […]
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 […]
Are you looking for the best things to do in Maputo? See my recommendations below. Maputo is one of the most vibrant cities in Africa, and the capital city and economic hub of Mozambique, which borders South Africa. Founded in the 18th century, it became the capital of Portuguese East Africa in the early 20th […]
Thaba Eco Hotel Review aka Thaba Ya Batswana During the run-up to the 2010 FIFA World Cup, long before the official on-field battles for the Cup began, two prominent teams were engaged in another sort of battle. Mexico and Portugal were both fighting for the privilege of staying at Thaba Eco Hotel (previously known as […]
If you're planning a trip to the Cape West Coast and wondering what the best Cape West Coast Towns to visit are, see my recommendations below. The Cape West Coast is a beautiful stretch of coastline in the Western Cape province extending from Yzerfontein in the South to Strandfontein in the North. There are so […]
Myths about Mauritius dispelled I don’t know about you but I had many misconceptions about Mauritius before I went there – mainly because of the myths and misconceptions spread by others who had not even been there themselves. After going there, these misconceptions have been cleared up. Here are 10 myths about Mauritius dispelled 1. […]