If I say Madagascar, do you say lemur? The one thing that everybody seems to know about Madagascar, the rather large piece of land that broke away from the African continent, is that its lemurs followed a unique natural evolution.
If I say Madagascar – do you say Lemur? This seems to be the one thing that everybody knows about the rather large piece of land that broke away from the African continent to find
As I lounge in the shade on the front deck of the luxury catamaran, the ice in my perfectly poured Gin &Tonic clinks to the gentle rhythm of the ocean swells and a warm breeze
I was invited by MadagasCaT Charters & Travel and Fly Airlink to a heavenly experience of Island Hopping off Nosy Be. Starting with two nights at Sakatia Lodge, then three idyllic nights onboard the
I was invited onto ‘Passport to the World’ on Radio Helderberg 93,6fm by Cathy Retief-Neil, to talk about my trip Island Hopping off Madagascar with MadagasCaT Charters & Travel and Fly Airlink, spending time
Active Holidays For All, From The Gentle Explorer To The Adventure Seeker.
Mozambique vs. Mauritius. Where best for a beach holiday?
I imagine I’m not alone when I say that I’m restless. Not only emotionally after a year and a half of adjusted living, working from home, not seeing enough of my friends and laying low
I was recently asked what the benefits of travel are for a woman? My answer. Beyond the joys of destination discovery and adventure, travel helps you to get to know yourself better, what you do
The approach to Saint Denis Airport offers a view of the island as it pushes up from the endless ocean blues. It looks small, yet determined. The landing strip runs along the coastline and the
A destination that left me yearning for more. Found off the east coast of Africa, with Mauritius and Madagascar its closest neighbours, Reunion Island is a Department of France, with the laid back Réunionese people
Leonardo da Vinci said ‘water is the driving force of all nature’ and nowhere is that more true than in Africa. Yet despite the fear of drought and ongoing prayers for rain to wet the
It was Richard Mullin who said ‘The only man I envy is the man who has not yet been to Africa – for he has so much to look forward to.’ An accurate observation as
That old adage ‘the world is your oyster’ has never rung more true. Flights link once remote destinations, luxury trains add opulence and romance to cross-country routes, and indulgent cruises have become as popular and
I am greatly honoured to have been featured as one of the Top 10 African Travel Blogs listed on Africa.com. Thank you for your interest and much-appreciated recognition. Here’s the list below. ‘One of the
I regularly get sick while travelling, and almost always after a long haul flight. There are tales of tonsilitis in Vietnam’s Da Nang, raging fevers that had me pulled off a flight in Austria’s Salzburg,
Set off Madagascar’s east coast, Mauritius is affectionately referred to as the Star of the Indian Ocean and has long been the number one choice for South Africans travelling abroad. Not just for its natural
Waiting to exhale. Unplug and disconnect. In this month’s British Airways ‘High Life South Africa’ in-flight magazine, one of my bests Pippa de Bruyn, speaks to a collection of my favourite travel writers – and
Looking back at my travel experiences of the past few years, there are certainly some adventurous moments that stand out as highlights and that I would like to recommend in my African Wish List for
Connect with me for assistance with your travel arrangements. It’s time to share some of the consciously driven travel that I live by. I’m putting my vast experience as a traveller and tour operator into
I was asked recently by Katherine Graham to offer my thoughts on Investing in African Travel as she compiled an article for kulula’s khuluma Inflight magazine This is her feature and all the reasons why it is Africa’s time to
In the Summer Edition of The Coffee Magazine I contributed the cover story on the intrepid coffee adventures of Travel Designer, Ozzy Yerlikaya. It turns out they were interested in my rather intrepid travels and the
I was interviewed by Bizcommunity.com about my travel trends and influencer predictions for 2018, including my thoughts on major disruptions that may just be on the rise, by Robin Fredericks. This as part of their
Thinking back to the uniqueness of this Indian Ocean destination, I am reminded of very many reasons to visit Reunion Island. Some Background Reunion Island is found off the coast of Africa, with Madagascar its closest neighbour. A
As South Africans we know all too well how much money goes into an international trip. Beyond the cost of long-haul flights, we need to convert our hard-earned Rands into foreign currency and often end
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In light of World Oceans Day, I was asked by Helen Lockhart, Communications & Sustainability Manager at Cape Town’s Two Ocean’s Aquarium about my relationship with the ocean. She posed these questions below. How do you spend time
A night at Majeka House and their Small Plates Menu.
Dawn Bradnick Jorgensen is the incidental Tourist ‘Conscious travel brings me closer to the things that matter, the people and how they’d like their stories told without compromise to the beautiful places that I find
African Blogger Awards. – Greatly honoured to have The Incidental Tourist named as Runner-up for top Travel blog in Africa by African Blogger Awards, behind my friends The Travel Manuel. Congrats to all the
Africa. – There’s something magical about the big skies, African bushveld, rich traditions and seductive nature of Africa that adds romance to any given day, making it especially idyllic as the destination for a honeymoon. Whether
My visit to Reunion Island remains a highlight of my travels. The creole music, sultry atmosphere, myriad of attractions and activities are on offer. Black beaches, white beaches, blue lagoons, aerial views. Hilltop villages, an
Weylandts Furniture and Decor Store invited me to answer some questions about The Incidental Tourist in their Tastemakers Journal, about my travels, childhood memories, favourite places and things I never travel without. Also what I long
Long past are the days when a cup of coffee came out of a tin and took two minutes to make. The craft has truly come full circle and artisans are being offered appreciation for
Jackie of HT Holidays contacted me and we got to speak about my love for travel, what I pack and where I’ve loved to travel. What a privilege to share with you. Thank you for the opportunity, interview as below:
Recently I was interviewed by Future Cape Town about my love for Cape Town and whether I consider it to be African City … A great honour. I am filled with respect and admiration for the work that
On my first visit to Madagascar I spent time in the Andranokoditra fishing village on Lake Ampitabe, which I accessed from Hotel Palmarium. Both out of intrigue and a desperate desire to offer a glimpse into
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The Incidental Tourist
The Incidental Tourist is a Personal Travel Blog of a conscious traveller with a deep love for Africa, its incredible people and the environment.
Here I bring you narratives, stories, video and photographs from my travels around the globe, including accounts of gorilla trekking in Uganda, turtle rescue in Kenya, tree planting in Zambia and setting up a temporary home in Lisbon. Not to mention falling in love with Marjorelle Blue in Marrakech.
Included too are accommodation and restaurant reviews, as well as details of the conservation efforts that I support.
A self proclaimed earth advocate and beauty seeker, I invite you to share in my love of sustainable impact travel – and the rich offerings of our beautiful world. With a long career as a Dream Holiday Maker, I can assist with travels arrangements to any of these areas too.
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