Luxury is alive in the African bush. The famous Finch Hattons located in Tsavo, West National Park, Kenya, is home to some of the best animal watching under the stars. You could call it a 'rustic-chic' getaway, or you could just call it a simply amazing once-in-a-lifetime ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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Daily Pampering: 'Out of Africa' experience in Kenya
Luxury is alive in the African bush. The famous Finch Hattons located in Tsavo, West National Park, Kenya, is home to some of the best animal watching under the stars. You could call it a 'rustic-chic' getaway, or you could just call it a simply amazing once-in-a-lifetime ...Wildebeest migration one of the natural wonders of the world
Every year during this season, millions of wildebeest migrate northwards from Serengeti in Tanzania to the Maasai Mara Game Reserve in Kenya. It's part of their annual cycle of looking for green pastures and plentiful waters. Zebras, antelopes, and other animals come along ...Daily Pampering: Live out your "Out of Africa" fantasy
Was it really only 35 years ago that Robert Redford, Meryl Streep and Sydney Pollack captured our hearts in the Academy Award winning Out of Africa?
Answer: Yes.
To celebrate this notable anniversary of an instant classic, Sanctuary Retreats, a resort group with ...Floods in Kenya disrupt safari industry
Last week, flash floods swept through the Samburu National Park in northern Kenya, sending travelers scrambling for high ground, while campsites, 4x4 vehicles, and even bridges were swept away in just moments. The same area was afflicted by a major drought just last fall, ..."How to write about Africa" and "How to write about poor people"
In "How to write about Africa," a classic satirical essay from Kenyan writer Binyavanga Wainaina, the author pokes fun at those who recycle the same well-worn clichés about Africa, especially the portrayal of Africans as uncomplicated stock characters.
The ...Oprah's 10 terrific reads for 2009 showcase diversity and travel
Regardless of what one thinks of Oprah, it's hard to argue that the woman doesn't have her thumbprint on some mighty great stuff. Her "10 Terrific Reads for 2009," for example, is filled with suggestions that capture the flavor of travel, adventure and diversity. Many of ...The ultimate road trip: 12,500 miles across Africa on a motorcycle
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Thomas Tomczyk is serious about motorcycles. He's done three motorcycle trips across India, from the steamy southern tip ...The weirdest rituals in the world
In the town of San Juan Chamula in southern Mexico, I entered a church completely unprepared for the what I saw. Pine needles and hundreds of small lit candles covered the entire wooden floor, where worshippers were kneeling and chanting incantations. In front of each group ...25 great adventures for 2010
The latest issue of National Geographic Adventure has just hit the newsstand with a special treat inside for adventure travelers looking for their next big trip. The magazine has listed its selection for the 25 best new trips for 2010, offering up suggestions of places to ...12 great safaris from Nat. Geo.
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Thinking of heading to Africa on your next big trip abroad? Planning on going on safari while you're there? Then you're in luck, because National Geographic ...Safaris in Kenya hurt by drought
Safaris in Kenya are being impacted by a three year drought that has dessicated the landscape and killed many animals. In Samburu National Reserve, elephants are dying for lack of food and other species such a zebra and crocodiles are also suffering. Some are moving out of ...Gadlinks for Wednesday 9.16.09
Happy Hump Day, Gadlingers! I'm happy to report that the weather here in Chico, otherwise known as college party town USA, couldn't be better. My 1.5 year-old nephew is running circles around me and blabbering in adorable baby talk. There are travel reads aplenty this ...Abercrombie & Kent announce extreme adventures for 2010
Adventure travel specialist Abercrombie & Kent have announced their "extreme" adventures for 2010, offering up 15 amazing opportunities for travelers looking for unique experiences, provided of course they also have plenty of cash to pay for them. No matter what kind of ...Gadlinks for Wednesday 8.19.09
Hello from San Bartolo, Peru! The weather here is, well, misty/foggy/cold and the ocean outside my window (though pretty) is less than inviting today. So what have I been reading to pass the time? Here's a little taste:
On the flight to Lima, I watched an episode of ...Kenyan safari lets travelers become lion researchers
An African safari is a seminal travel experience. Early morning game drives, amazing wildlife, beautiful sunsets over the savannah, they're all part of the experience. But tour operator Gamewatchers Safaris is offering something even more unique with a new option for ...Ten amazing "green" adventures
Eco-adventures are all the rage these days with environmentally conscious travelers choosing to visit far flung places, all the while fully aware of the size of their carbon footprint. They want an amazing travel experience, and are willing to go to great lengths to get it, ...Headed to Africa? Emailing home just got easier
Cyberjunkies face a serious problem when going to Africa--most countries have slow and unreliable Internet service. I've been encountering this problem myself as I try to set up my upcoming trip to The Gambia. Luckily for some countries, a new high-speed fiber optic cable ...One-day sale from Intrepid Travel starts now!
Intrepid Travel puts together some amazing trips, and today's deal will make them even more accessible than usual. For the next nine hours, trips will be discounted deeply ... all Intrepid trips ... more than 400 of them. Price cuts range from 15 percent to 60 percent in ...The Return of the Classic Safari in Kenya
When it comes to African safaris, Kenya has always been the place to go for most travelers. The country's abundance of wildlife, stunning scenery, and legendary hospitality have been considerable draws for adventure travelers for decades. Unfortunately, that changed in 2007 ...A&K and Fairmont Earth Hour ideas will have tangible results
Earth Hour is on Saturday, March 28 at 8:30 PM. The hospitality and travel industry seems to have embraced this commitment to environmentalism. There are plenty of noteworthy initiatives out there intended to show support for a planet that could probably use our help. Of ...
