Namibia: A Journey through the Vast Land.
Onduli Ridge, in Namibia’s Dramatically Beautiful Damaraland.
One of Namibia’s most spectacular landmarks with its rusty red dunes and bleached salt pans, Sossusvlei is a perfect example of Namibia’s unspoilt desert beauty.
The desert sun is setting on the Wild Horse population that has roamed Namibia’s Garub plains for over a hundred years as foal after foal
My wonderful MSC Sinfonia Cruise from Durban to Mozambique Island is now published in the Air Namibia in-flight magazine, Flamingo. The helicopter hovers overhead as
‘We wake to the early morning sun, drink strongly brewed coffee and indulge in a hearty breakfast of fluffy omelettes that spill perfectly cooked cherry
If you grew up in South Africa, Namibia or Zimbabwe – you’ve seen a pair of Veldskoen – the much-loved tan leather shoes that are rather embedded in our soul and psyche. Veldskoen are
An African horse safari combines game viewing on horseback in the African bush with magnificent wildlife and learning about the rich history of the area.
As we look to our nexy break and are ever on the quest to combine fitness and balanced wellbeing with the much-needed rejuvenation and downtime,
Planning the Ideal Trip to South Africa: 10 Things to Know.
Explore Sustainable Safaris in Africa.
The Grootbos Florilegium, a Floral Symphony in celebration of the Cape’s Botanical Kingdom.
Five Lesser-Known SANParks Worthy of a Visit.
The weather may be cooling in the Western Cape with us tucked up in jackets, boots and comfy socks – Buy Now, but it’s not
The quote that danced around my head while at the beautiful Perivoli Lagoon House was that by Marcus Tullius Cicero – ‘If you have a
When one of South Africa’s worst environmental disasters unfolded 21 years ago, Lauren Waller made her way to the Salt River warehouse in Cape Town,
One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the world and a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, Victoria Falls is recognised as the greatest curtain of
South Africa has a coastline that stretches more than 2500 kilometres from the barren border shared with Namibia on the Atlantic Ocean, to the bottom
Late last year as the moon circled the earth one last time to mark the end of an unusual year, I took a road trip
It was Richard Mullin who said ‘The only man I envy is the man who has not yet been to Africa – for he has
Sparsely populated by a proud people, Botswana is a destination that calls to the adventurous nature-loving spirit, be it for a fly-in safari that takes
‘I have become acutely aware of the responsibility that I have to do the right thing by my readers and the companies that I work
As the plane leaves Johannesburg Kasane bound, I try to remember the last time I visited this part of the country. It’s been at least ten
As a continuation of the time spent packing gift boxes on Mandela Day in July this year, I joined MySchool MyVillage MyPlanet, the Santa Shoebox Project and Book Dash yesterday
US zoos now plan to import baby elephants from Zimbabwe, undeterred by the international furore over their 2016 import of 18 wild elephants from Swaziland.
President Mokgweetsi Masisi of Botswana categorically denies that his government would ever cull elephants, contradicting the Parliamentary Report proposing culling. However, Minister of Environment 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
As 2018 drew to a close we could reflect on the trips we’d taken, whilst anticipating the potential and promise of the new year. From
This weekend I drove to the West Coast National Park just North of Cape Town for a day of seeking out the Spring flower phenomena
There was an overwhelming consensus for the need to bring an end to the controversial captive lion breeding industry in South Africa at a two-day
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
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
Just back from an incredible trip to Thailand, I was thrilled to receive an email advising that I’ve been included in the cometocapetown post about
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About Dawn Jorgensen, The Incidental Tourist.
Rovos Rail. – On our recent Rovos Rail Durban Safari, the first excursion was an unscheduled bonus. A visit to the Nelson Mandela Capture
My article on ‘The Sheer Indulgence of Rovos Rail’s Durban Safari’ for Air Namibia’s Flamingo Inflight Magazine is out, so if you’re flying any of
Avani Victoria Falls Resort – My article on ‘Blissful family fun on the shores of the Zambezi’ for Diversions Magazine as it first appears here and
Train Travel. – My article on ‘Luxury Train Travel’ for OnRoute Magazine as it first appears here and above. Included below for easy reading.
I sit in the sunny lounge enjoying a delicious toasted cheese sandwich and cappuccino, eavesdropping on the guests who chatter relaxed and happy in
The how, where, when and what of the Okavango Delta. From the light aircraft I catch glimpses of water canals pushing their way through 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
Namibia – Looking through pics from my visit to Little Kulala Lodge near Namibia’s Sossusvlei, this photo of a lone tree in the desert brought back such
Namibia – In the desert, any small gesture like sharing your water with the birds, is greeted with much enthusiasm and appreciation. These little guys
Namibia – That time I visited and climbed the red sand dunes of Sossusvlei in the southern part of the Namib Desert, in Namibia. The name Sossusvlei is
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
Over 10 fabulous years I established and ran the wonderful Africa Awaits Tours & Safaris tour operating company, arranging bespoke personalised holidays for clients from around
Namibia: A Journey through the Vast Land.
Onduli Ridge, in Namibia’s Dramatically Beautiful Damaraland.
One of Namibia’s most spectacular landmarks with its rusty red dunes and bleached salt pans, Sossusvlei is a perfect example of Namibia’s unspoilt desert beauty. Situated in the largest conservation area in Africa, the Namib-Naukluft
The desert sun is setting on the Wild Horse population that has roamed Namibia’s Garub plains for over a hundred years as foal after foal is killed by a marauding pack of spotted hyenas. Having
My wonderful MSC Sinfonia Cruise from Durban to Mozambique Island is now published in the Air Namibia in-flight magazine, Flamingo. The helicopter hovers overhead as the MSC Sinfonia pulls out of Durban’s port, the deck
‘We wake to the early morning sun, drink strongly brewed coffee and indulge in a hearty breakfast of fluffy omelettes that spill perfectly cooked cherry tomatoes and wild mushrooms onto the plate. There’s an excitement
If you grew up in South Africa, Namibia or Zimbabwe – you’ve seen a pair of Veldskoen – the much-loved tan leather shoes that are rather embedded in our soul and psyche. Veldskoen are more than just shoes, they are part of South Africa’s heritage and represent a rich history and unparalleled comfort.With
An African horse safari combines game viewing on horseback in the African bush with magnificent wildlife and learning about the rich history of the area. They take you to another world, offering a tranquil yet
As we look to our nexy break and are ever on the quest to combine fitness and balanced wellbeing with the much-needed rejuvenation and downtime, here are a few recommended options for Healthy Holidays. Cycling
Planning the Ideal Trip to South Africa: 10 Things to Know.
The Grootbos Florilegium, a Floral Symphony in celebration of the Cape’s Botanical Kingdom.
Five Lesser-Known SANParks Worthy of a Visit.
The weather may be cooling in the Western Cape with us tucked up in jackets, boots and comfy socks – Buy Now, but it’s not all bad in the bush. These winter months are renowned
The quote that danced around my head while at the beautiful Perivoli Lagoon House was that by Marcus Tullius Cicero – ‘If you have a garden and a library, you have everything you need‘. Afterall
When one of South Africa’s worst environmental disasters unfolded 21 years ago, Lauren Waller made her way to the Salt River warehouse in Cape Town, donned rubber gloves and volunteered to help rehabilitate 19 000 oil-soaked African
One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the world and a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, Victoria Falls is recognised as the greatest curtain of falling water in the world. At the height of the
South Africa has a coastline that stretches more than 2500 kilometres from the barren border shared with Namibia on the Atlantic Ocean, to the bottom of Africa and up again to the Mozambique border on
Late last year as the moon circled the earth one last time to mark the end of an unusual year, I took a road trip north of Cape Town to spend a weekend at 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
Sparsely populated by a proud people, Botswana is a destination that calls to the adventurous nature-loving spirit, be it for a fly-in safari that takes you deep into the Okavango Delta, a sunset cruise on
‘I have become acutely aware of the responsibility that I have to do the right thing by my readers and the companies that I work with. In my writing, I, therefore, strive to create a
As the plane leaves Johannesburg Kasane bound, I try to remember the last time I visited this part of the country. It’s been at least ten years I work out, and I can’t wait to have
As a continuation of the time spent packing gift boxes on Mandela Day in July this year, I joined MySchool MyVillage MyPlanet, the Santa Shoebox Project and Book Dash yesterday to deliver some early Christmas cheer to three of the
US zoos now plan to import baby elephants from Zimbabwe, undeterred by the international furore over their 2016 import of 18 wild elephants from Swaziland. The US Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) media liaison,
President Mokgweetsi Masisi of Botswana categorically denies that his government would ever cull elephants, contradicting the Parliamentary Report proposing culling. However, Minister of Environment and Natural Resources, Conservation and Tourism, Kitso Mokaila now proposes elephant ‘cropping’. Having
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
As 2018 drew to a close we could reflect on the trips we’d taken, whilst anticipating the potential and promise of the new year. From 2018 we will carry forward the anti-plastic movement, our concerns
This weekend I drove to the West Coast National Park just North of Cape Town for a day of seeking out the Spring flower phenomena that occurs here each year. With my parents for company,
There was an overwhelming consensus for the need to bring an end to the controversial captive lion breeding industry in South Africa at a two-day Parliamentary Colloquium of the Portfolio Committee of Environmental Affairs. However,
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
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
Just back from an incredible trip to Thailand, I was thrilled to receive an email advising that I’ve been included in the cometocapetown post about their ‘Top 10 South African Travel Blogs To Follow’ in the
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Rovos Rail. – On our recent Rovos Rail Durban Safari, the first excursion was an unscheduled bonus. A visit to the Nelson Mandela Capture Site where in 1962 police waved down a car on
My article on ‘The Sheer Indulgence of Rovos Rail’s Durban Safari’ for Air Namibia’s Flamingo Inflight Magazine is out, so if you’re flying any of their routes you may come across it. As T.S. Eliot
Avani Victoria Falls Resort – My article on ‘Blissful family fun on the shores of the Zambezi’ for Diversions Magazine as it first appears here and above. Included below for easy reading. ‘Arrival is by boat,
Train Travel. – My article on ‘Luxury Train Travel’ for OnRoute Magazine as it first appears here and above. Included below for easy reading. ‘Train travel reminds that it is about the journey, as
I sit in the sunny lounge enjoying a delicious toasted cheese sandwich and cappuccino, eavesdropping on the guests who chatter relaxed and happy in their various mother tongues around me. I pick up an
The how, where, when and what of the Okavango Delta. From the light aircraft I catch glimpses of water canals pushing their way through the land, announcing the approach of the new season that will
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
Namibia – Looking through pics from my visit to Little Kulala Lodge near Namibia’s Sossusvlei, this photo of a lone tree in the desert brought back such vivid memories. Happened upon on a guided walk, I loved
Namibia – In the desert, any small gesture like sharing your water with the birds, is greeted with much enthusiasm and appreciation. These little guys at two different spots, one the Sossusvlei picnic spot and
Namibia – That time I visited and climbed the red sand dunes of Sossusvlei in the southern part of the Namib Desert, in Namibia. The name Sossusvlei is often used to refer to the surrounding area such as
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
Over 10 fabulous years I established and ran the wonderful Africa Awaits Tours & Safaris tour operating company, arranging bespoke personalised holidays for clients from around the world. The best part of it was that it
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‘I have become acutely aware of the responsibility that I have to do the right thing by my readers and the companies that I work
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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.
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