Daily Archives: August 2, 2017

The World’s Most Beautiful Star Beds”

Sleeping outdoors is no longer the preserve of hardened campers. Some of the world’s most luxurious lodges and hotels now offer so-called “star beds”, where guests can sleep under the night sky in the utmost comfort. This is the newest travel trend when it comes to immersive experiences. It is no surprise that Kenya’s Ol Donyo Lodge takes the number one…

Cape Point’s Flying Dutchman Funicular closes for a makeover

If you were planning to pay Cape Point a visit this month, get your training shoes out and be prepared to hike up for a glimpse of the famous spectacular “Flying Dutchman” landmark, as the “Flying Dutchman” Funicular will be closed from 7 to 20 August. Due for a makeover, the funicular will unfortunately be…

Shaumari Wildlife Reserve reopens in Jordan

Following a five-year maintenance and refurbishment programme, Shaumari Wildlife Reserve is once again welcoming the public this summer.  Since its launch in 1975, Shaumari Wildlife Reserve, the first wildlife protection reserve in Jordan,  has created a thriving 22 kilometre environment for some of rarest species in the Middle East.  including, oryx, gazelles, hyena, Imperial Eagles…