There’s nowhere on earth quite like Victoria Falls. Holding prime position on the border of Zambia and Zimbabwe, Mosi-oa-Tunya or ‘The Smoke that Thunders’ is one of the most awe-inspiring and majestic waterfalls you are ever likely to see, and thanks to its central location, it is easy to combine a trip to the falls…
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Friday’s Photoshoot: On Safari in Hwange National Park Zimbabwe
As one of Africa’s up and coming holiday destinations, Zimbabwe has much to offer international travellers, and after soaking up the splendour of the mighty Victoria Falls, your next stop should be a safari in one of the countries many National Parks. Where you safari in Zimbabwe depends on the time of year. We visited…
Monkeying Around in Zambia & Zimbabwe
Baboons might not be the most beautiful creatures in the world, but they are certainly one of the funniest to watch, and if you are planning on taking a safari in Zimbabwe or Zambia anytime soon, you can expect a whole lot of monkeying around! They line the banks of the Zambezi River, they wait…
Elephants Crossing the Zambezi River – Now that’s not something you see Every Day!
One of my fondest memories of our recent trip to Victoria Falls, is the sunset cruise along Zambezi River, where we had the unique opportunity to get up close and personal with a bull elephant who decided to cross the river right in front of our boat. As he marched across the river bank straight…
Birds of Africa – Simply Amazing
I must admit, I have always found birds to be a little bit boring… But on our recent trip to South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe, I learned to appreciate the true beauty of our feathered friends, and I am now their number #1 fan! Intelligent, incredibly beautiful, and a real pleasure to observe in their…
Safari Zimbabwe Style – The Perfect Addition to Victoria Falls
There is a new kid in town when it comes to Safari Holidays in Southern Africa, and if you are looking for something a little bit different in 2015, it might be time to uncover the wetlands, wildlife and wonderful scenery that Zimbabwe has to offer. Zimbabwe has received more than its fair share of…
Hwange National Park – Home of the Zimbabwe Safari Holiday
When you think of a safari holiday, the first destinations that usually come to mind are South Africa, Botswana, Kenya and Tanzania, but there is a new contender in town for wildlife lovers and adventure travellers, and that is Hwange National Park in Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe has had more than its fair share of negative publicity…
New Uni-Visa for Zambia and Zimbabwe to make Victoria Falls even more Accessible!
One of the hardest decisions you have to make when visiting the world-famous Victoria Falls, is which side should you stay on, the Zambian side or the Zimbabwean side. Both sides are equally beautiful, and both sides offer a wealth of luxury accommodations, activities and excursions along the Zambezi River, but unless you want to…
Taking it Easy at Tongabezi
There are some amazing hotels in Southern Africa, but if you want to experience something truly exceptional, then the Tongabezi Lodge at Victoria Falls is a great place to start. A romantic hideaway on the banks of the Zambezi River, Tongabezi Lodge combines exquisite African décor with an exclusive ambience, so you can enjoy life’s…
Tongabezi River Lodge – Paradise Found on the Banks of the Zambezi River, Victoria Falls
Discovered by David Livingstone in 1855, Victoria Falls or Mosi-oa-Tunya “The Smoke that Thunders” is one of the most spectacular waterfalls on planet earth. Set on the Zambezi River, forming the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia, the Victoria Falls hold the title of the “world’s largest sheet of falling water”, and when you consider that…
Worried about the cost of your 2014 Holiday? Worry not; Brits have already spent £10 Billion on Holidays This Year…!
I love a good travel survey, and if the newly released study by Rural Retreats is anything to go by, then it seems Briton’s have already spent more than £10 Billion (yep, that’s BILLION) on holidays this year! The survey found that in a desperate attempt to lift the doom and gloom of winter, one…
Sensational Safari Destinations for 2014 Adventure Holidays
Thrilling, exhilarating and awe-inspiring are just some of the words I would use to describe a safari holiday, and if your idea of the perfect adventure holiday includes ever-changing landscapes, luxury tented camps, and getting up close and personal with the local wildlife, Africa should be your 2014 destination! From the uber luxurious Botswana Safari…
