Take a city tour of Johannesburg and you will quickly realise the cities most visited attractions have some connection to the apartheid era. However, the Gauteng Province has so much more to offer. Within a couple of hours drive from Johannesburg city, you can be on safari on a game reserve, in the mountains or experiencing …
Morocco is an extraordinary country of vibrant cities, diverse landscapes and fascinating history. While we have so many reasons to visit Morocco, none is more appealing than the fascination with Morocco’s unique cuisine. From the hustle of the souks in Marrakech to the ancient medina in Fez, colourful spice stalls captivate visitors with their heady …
Chefchaouen. The beautiful “blue city” in the Rif Mountains of northwest Morocco. Vibrant blue-washed buildings nestled into the sloping mountains. At an elevation of 564 m, the city boasts enviable vistas of the adjoining valley and beyond. Why is Chefchaouen Blue? There are several myths around why Chefchaouen is painted blue – while very few …
While there is so much to do in Marrakech, after a few days, many look to escape further afield to see more of Morocco. Whether you’re looking for a little reprieve from the chaos of the city or don’t have the luxury of travelling further around Morocco, there are plenty of great day trips from …
Discover the World’s Best Wildlife and Wilderness Destinations A remote jungle or a region of pristine wilderness. Places where the air is clean, nature still rules, and magnificent landscapes overwhelm us with their majesty and beauty. Today, these destinations are considered some of the most luxurious and unique experiences in the world. With the continuing …
Morocco is as geographically diverse as its cultural influences and the experiences it offers the traveller. Morocco, in parts, still provides authentic travel experiences lost to so many destinations. Exuding an old world, exotic atmosphere; it is not surprising phrases like “sensory overload, overwhelming intensity, vibrant and chaotic” are often used to describe this captivating …
Ancient Sights and Museums If your interest lies in visiting the Marrakech museums, The Ben Youssef Madrasa Islamic college, Badi Palace and Bahia Palaces, El-Mansouria Mosque or the Saadian Tombs, you may want to consider hiring a guide or taking a walking tour. There is little information available at many of the sites, or little …
Getting from Spain to Morocco is quite easy. Especially as there are many flights into Morocco, including a relatively new direct flight from Malaga to Tangier. However, taking the ferry from Spain to Morocco might be a better, faster and more enjoyable option. Advantages of Taking the Ferry Between Spain and Morocco If you find yourself …
Morocco is such a unique destination. A country characterised by the diversity of experiences it offers the traveller. Cosmopolitan and ancient cities. A rugged mountainous interior, vast expanses of unending desert and stunning coastlines along both the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. Morocco has many cross-cultural influences, and while more relaxed than some of …
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Panorama Route Self Drive Hazyview, Sabie and Graskop are often the most popular towns to base yourself if you do plan a self-drive Panorama Route itinerary over a couple of days. We allowed ourselves three nights based on driving from Johannesburg. This gave us plenty of time to explore more than just the main attractions …
As the boat slips away from the shore towards the dense papyrus reeds, heading deeper into the Okavango Delta Botswana, thoughts of Africa’s great explorers; Livingstone, Stanely, and Burton float through your mind. There are so many unique experiences in Botswana but an Okavango Delta safari is an experience like no other. It is a …
