The Telegraph Travel’s safari expert Brian Jackman on the Kenyan plains which inspired Disney’s writers, his own fascinating lion encounters, and ten of the best lodges in Africa to have yours. Read the full article from The Telegraph
South Africa’s Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West is set to enjoy greater global recognition after being voted the top winery on the African continent, it said on Wednesday. Vergelegen placed 34 overall in the prestigious World’s Best Vineyard 2019 competition, where a global voting panel analysed 1,500 wineries from 17 countries. Argentina’s Zuccardi Valle de Uco…
President of Uganda, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, has given assent to the Uganda Wildlife Bill 2017, effectively making the Uganda Wildlife Act law. The new law comes with significant reforms, transforming wildlife conservation in Uganda. Highlights: Community participation in wildlife management is strengthened through Community Wildlife Committees for each protected area. Penalties up to life sentences and…
It’s been an exciting time for Blue Zebra Island Lodge recently as they enter their diving season (June to September). As avid scuba divers from around the world delve into the underwater world of Lake Malawi and discover the resident blue zebra cichlids, a rather unexpected animal awaits as they arrive back on the island. Check out this blog all…
New study reveals that Madagascar, which is a magnet for nature-loving tourists thanks to its unique flora and fauna and its unspoilt, authentic character, looks set to experience a tourism-driven boom this year. Visitor arrivals in Madagascar in 2018 were 8% up on the previous year and they are 19% up in the first five months…
Well-known South African marketing and advertising executive, Jerry Mpufane has been appointed as the new president for South African Tourism North America. Mpufane will be based at the organization’s New York office and will lead a dynamic team responsible for driving growth into South Africa from the USA and Canada. North America is a key…
Teach kids about the Circle of Life and immerse them in the fantastic world of the Lion King where they’ll have a chance to witness Simba and Nala, Timon and Pumba, Zazu and Rafiki running around the Savanna in real life. This family-focused safari travels through Kenya and visits the iconic landscapes of the hit…