The Family Home That Became One of TIME’s Greatest Places
The Pinnacle Kigali was never supposed to be a hotel. How Sheila Kyarisiima's family home became a nine-room retreat and one of TIME's World's Greatest Places 2026.
Route 62: The Quiet Alternative to the Garden Route
Route 62 covers the same ground as the Garden Route, inland and far quieter. What is out there, what the catch is, and why the best answer is often one out and
Where to Stay on the Garden Route: Knysna or Plettenberg Bay
Knysna or Plettenberg Bay? Where to stay on the Garden Route, which town suits which traveller, and how to split three, five or seven nights between them.
Hot Air Ballooning in Namibia: Sunrise Above the Namib Desert
When the first light spills across the dunes of Sossusvlei, the desert turns every shade of gold and apricot. It is at this hour that the air stills, the horizon glows, and
History in the Sand: The Origins of Namibia’s Sandwich Harbour
At Sandwich Harbour, the dunes of the Namib slip into the Atlantic in waves of sand and mist. Once a whaling stop and natural harbour, it is now a protected wilderness where
Rovos Rail: A Once in a Lifetime Journey Through Southern Africa
Picture yourself with a glass of South African sparkling wine in hand as the landscape rolls slowly past your window. Vineyards give way to semi desert plains and open sky. On Rovos
Mpala Jena: Where the Zambezi Slows Down
Location: Zambezi National Park, ZimbabweNearest Airport: Victoria Falls International Airport (40 minutes by road)Nearby: Victoria Falls – 19km | Livingstone, Zambia – 45 minutes The hippos start around four in the morning.
Sossusvlei and Deadvlei: Where Time Stands Still
In the heart of the Namib Desert, where light carves long shadows across apricot dunes, lies a place that looks almost unreal. Deadvlei sits within Sossusvlei, a salt and clay pan surrounded
Zimbabwe in 10 Days: Victoria Falls to Mana Pools
Zimbabwe’s classic circuit links three major highlights: Victoria Falls, Hwange and Mana Pools. With the right plan, you can see all three in a single ten-day trip. The journey begins with roaring
Garden Route Itinerary: 3, 5 or 7 Days by Car
Discover South Africa's Garden Route in style—boutique hotels, top restaurants, curated itineraries, and expert tips for a perfect luxury road trip.