My first African safari – Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe
It took me 44 years, but I got there in the end. In 2014 I finally got to realise what all the fuss is about. Actually, I guess I knew…
Making the most of an afternoon in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Since I am currently in Botswana and off the grid for a few days (no wi-fi, no mobile phone signal - what bliss!) it seemed appropriate to republish a few…
Making the most of a morning in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Last year I had one of the best trips of my life when I spent a week in Zimbabwe working with Imvelo Safari Lodges, a company that offers some of the…
An unforgettable Botswana safari: Part 1 – The Okavango Delta
An Okavango sunset from the water Readers are well aware of my love of - and incurable addiction to - Africa. My condition worsened last year when I went on…
Accommodation Review: Kumbali Country Lodge, Lilongwe, Malawi
A wonderful place to stay just 8km from the centre of town, Kumbali offers peace and tranquility and neatly combines old-fashioned English country house ambience with African style and design. The restaurant serves some of the best cuisine in Lilongwe, the grounds are beautiful and service is friendly. No wonder Madonna stays here…
Flight report: Lufthansa A380 Old Business Class Frankfurt to Johannesburg
My first time flying Business Class to Africa. A lot of fun paid for with airline miles