How to Spend a Perfect Day in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
October 31, 2025
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Should you be considering a visit to Victoria Falls, do be in touch as I’d love to help with your planning. There’s so very much
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Tembo Plains in the Sapi Private Reserve, Zimbabwe. Rewilding the land of the elephants.
July 26, 2022
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Tembo Plains in the Sapi Private Reserve, Zimbabwe. Rewilding the land of the elephants.
There’s never been a better time to visit Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
June 10, 2021
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Revered as one of the natural world’s great spectacles, the raw power of the mighty Zambezi River plunging 108m into the mighty Victoria Falls has
Pure Africa, Bringing a New Level of Sophistication to Victoria Falls. Zimbabwe.
April 5, 2021
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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
The USA to support Zimbabwe’s trade in baby elephants by importing to their Zoos.
August 2, 2019
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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 Importance of Animal Rights in Tourism.
February 10, 2026
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Animal interactions seem like a fun thing to do while lending a hand to conservation, but it isn’t. I reveal the dark side of these
The Veldskoen Experience, Adding Sole to Africa.
June 27, 2024
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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
Camp Kuzuma outside Kasane, Botswana.
May 28, 2024
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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
Tips for a Sustainable Safari.
January 29, 2024
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Explore Sustainable Safaris in Africa.
10 African Travel Instagram Accounts that you should be following.
September 17, 2023
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10 African Travel Instagram Accounts that you should be following.
Seven of Africa’s Top Sustainable Safari Lodges.
June 14, 2022
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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 Best of South Africa’s Soulful Escapes and Wellness Retreats.
March 19, 2022
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To retreat is to take time out from the world, to cleanse and exercise the body and quiet the mind and come to rest in
The Measure Of Time, and Travel That Halted It.
February 21, 2022
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I’ve always loved watches and remember clearly the first one I was given as an 10-year-old. I’d been nagging my parents for ages, wearing my
Groot Constantia’s Wine & Gift Shop, showcasing the area’s most talented creatives.
June 21, 2021
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Groot Constantia Wine Estate has launched a stunning Wine & Gift Shop in their recently redesigned tasting room that celebrates all things local while showcasing
Zambia, Livingstone and Victoria Falls.
February 1, 2021
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Zambia, Livingstone and Victoria Falls.
Five Must Have African Water Experiences.
September 12, 2020
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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
Ten Reasons Why Everybody Should Visit Africa At Least Once.
August 22, 2020
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It was Richard Mullin who said ‘The only man I envy is the man who has not yet been to Africa – for he has
Botswana Land of Plenty. A country that calls to the nature-lover’s spirit.
July 12, 2020
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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
The Crossing. Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro for the adventure seeker, for khuluma inflight magazine.
March 5, 2020
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The Crossing. Some suffered the indignity of running out of cold beer, while others were badly hit by Cyclone Kurumi and fell off the radar.
Cape2Rio 2020 Premier Ocean Yacht Race. For some, the wait is finally over.
January 6, 2020
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I’m thrilled beyond to be working with Cape 2 Rio Yacht Race 2020 as a media partner this year. Especially to be present as the 22 boats
A Visit to Victoria Falls During Low Season.
December 2, 2019
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It’s revered as one of the natural world’s great spectacles, and the raw power of the mighty Zambezi River plunging 108m into the mighty
More confusion over the fate of Botswana‘s elephants.
May 21, 2019
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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
My Travel Trend predictions for 2019.
January 9, 2019
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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
Inside South Africa: 5 Extraordinary Experiences For American Express Essentials.
September 3, 2018
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Inside South Africa: 5 Extraordinary Experiences for American Express Essentials. From Cape Town to the Kruger National Park, 5 South African bloggers – including myself
Reasons to be Investing in Africa.
April 14, 2018
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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
Africa’s First Carbon Neutral Brewery Announced. Well done Darling Brewery.
April 3, 2018
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If beer is your drink of choice, make sure it’s from a carbon neutral brewery. Darling Brew, a gorgeous craft brewery in the town of
Rovos Rail From Cape Town to Pretoria.
March 6, 2018
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When next in Pick n Pay, pick up a copy of the latest Travel Ideas magazine, it’s packed with interesting content and travel stories, and I’m very happy
Five of the Wildest Places to Drink Coffee. For Coffee Magazine.
February 8, 2018
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My interview with Ozan (Ozzy) Emre Yerlikaya for Melanie Winter of Coffee Magazine was such a fun one to do. I have such admiration for his passion,
ZeitzMOCAA Museum. The only place to meet.
September 29, 2017
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At last I got to walk through some of the galleries at the exciting new Zeitz MOCAA. In a word – go. The design and architecture
ComeToCapeTown’s Top 10 South African Travel Blogs. Thrilled to be included.
September 11, 2017
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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
About Dawn Jorgensen
March 28, 2017
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About Dawn Jorgensen, The Incidental Tourist.
A look at Darling Brew’s Blood Serpent. Africa’s First Carbon Neutral Beer.
September 29, 2016
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It was a warm and welcoming Saturday afternoon the first time I visit Darling Brew. I’ve enjoyed a morning in the village and have
Spiritual Retreats for the Soul Searcher. For onRoute Mag.
July 2, 2016
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My article on ‘Spiritual Retreats for the Soul Searcher’ for OnRoute Magazine as it first appears here and above. Included below for easy reading. After
2016 African Blogger Award winners announced and The Incidental Tourist is Runner-up Best Travel Blog in Africa.
June 9, 2016
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African Blogger Awards. – Greatly honoured to have The Incidental Tourist named as Runner-up for top Travel blog in Africa by African Blogger Awards,
Pafuri Walking Trails. Into the Wild. Makuleke Concession.
September 26, 2015
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Pafuri Collection. – There’s something very humbling about being in an area that belongs to the wild. It’s more than just insight into how
An interview with Future Cape Town. Is Cape Town an ‘African’ city.
June 16, 2014
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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
How to Spend a Perfect Day in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
October 31, 2025
Should you be considering a visit to Victoria Falls, do be in touch as I’d love to help with your planning. There’s so very much to do and experience in this wonderful frontier town. How
Tembo Plains in the Sapi Private Reserve, Zimbabwe. Rewilding the land of the elephants.
July 26, 2022
Tembo Plains in the Sapi Private Reserve, Zimbabwe. Rewilding the land of the elephants.
There’s never been a better time to visit Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.
June 10, 2021
Revered as one of the natural world’s great spectacles, the raw power of the mighty Zambezi River plunging 108m into the mighty Victoria Falls has spawned awe and legends for centuries. The untamed energy of
Pure Africa, Bringing a New Level of Sophistication to Victoria Falls. Zimbabwe.
April 5, 2021
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
The USA to support Zimbabwe’s trade in baby elephants by importing to their Zoos.
August 2, 2019
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,
The Importance of Animal Rights in Tourism.
February 10, 2026
Animal interactions seem like a fun thing to do while lending a hand to conservation, but it isn’t. I reveal the dark side of these activities the need for animal rights in tourism. We’ve all
The Veldskoen Experience, Adding Sole to Africa.
June 27, 2024
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
Camp Kuzuma outside Kasane, Botswana.
May 28, 2024
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
10 African Travel Instagram Accounts that you should be following.
September 17, 2023
10 African Travel Instagram Accounts that you should be following.
Seven of Africa’s Top Sustainable Safari Lodges.
June 14, 2022
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 Best of South Africa’s Soulful Escapes and Wellness Retreats.
March 19, 2022
To retreat is to take time out from the world, to cleanse and exercise the body and quiet the mind and come to rest in our essential nature. These are the South African Soulful Escapes
The Measure Of Time, and Travel That Halted It.
February 21, 2022
I’ve always loved watches and remember clearly the first one I was given as an 10-year-old. I’d been nagging my parents for ages, wearing my Gran’s when she’d let me and asking incessantly. Then on
Groot Constantia’s Wine & Gift Shop, showcasing the area’s most talented creatives.
June 21, 2021
Groot Constantia Wine Estate has launched a stunning Wine & Gift Shop in their recently redesigned tasting room that celebrates all things local while showcasing a host of carefully selected items by talented Cape-based and
Zambia, Livingstone and Victoria Falls.
February 1, 2021
Zambia, Livingstone and Victoria Falls.
Five Must Have African Water Experiences.
September 12, 2020
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
Ten Reasons Why Everybody Should Visit Africa At Least Once.
August 22, 2020
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
Botswana Land of Plenty. A country that calls to the nature-lover’s spirit.
July 12, 2020
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
The Crossing. Cape Town to Rio de Janeiro for the adventure seeker, for khuluma inflight magazine.
March 5, 2020
The Crossing. Some suffered the indignity of running out of cold beer, while others were badly hit by Cyclone Kurumi and fell off the radar. In this month’s kulula khuluma in-flight magazine (March 2020 pages
Cape2Rio 2020 Premier Ocean Yacht Race. For some, the wait is finally over.
January 6, 2020
I’m thrilled beyond to be working with Cape 2 Rio Yacht Race 2020 as a media partner this year. Especially to be present as the 22 boats prepared to make their Atlantic crossing, and to be seeing
A Visit to Victoria Falls During Low Season.
December 2, 2019
It’s revered as one of the natural world’s great spectacles, and the raw power of the mighty Zambezi River plunging 108m into the mighty Victoria Falls has spawned awe and legends for centuries. There’s
More confusion over the fate of Botswana‘s elephants.
May 21, 2019
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
My Travel Trend predictions for 2019.
January 9, 2019
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
Inside South Africa: 5 Extraordinary Experiences For American Express Essentials.
September 3, 2018
Inside South Africa: 5 Extraordinary Experiences for American Express Essentials. From Cape Town to the Kruger National Park, 5 South African bloggers – including myself – were asked to try and capture the essence of
Reasons to be Investing in Africa.
April 14, 2018
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
Africa’s First Carbon Neutral Brewery Announced. Well done Darling Brewery.
April 3, 2018
If beer is your drink of choice, make sure it’s from a carbon neutral brewery. Darling Brew, a gorgeous craft brewery in the town of Darling in the Western Cape, is making environmental waves. Having
Rovos Rail From Cape Town to Pretoria.
March 6, 2018
When next in Pick n Pay, pick up a copy of the latest Travel Ideas magazine, it’s packed with interesting content and travel stories, and I’m very happy to have an article on my dreamy once in a
Five of the Wildest Places to Drink Coffee. For Coffee Magazine.
February 8, 2018
My interview with Ozan (Ozzy) Emre Yerlikaya for Melanie Winter of Coffee Magazine was such a fun one to do. I have such admiration for his passion, work ethic and desire to please all he meets with
ZeitzMOCAA Museum. The only place to meet.
September 29, 2017
At last I got to walk through some of the galleries at the exciting new Zeitz MOCAA. In a word – go. The design and architecture is revolutionary with remnants of the ancient grain silos perfectly
ComeToCapeTown’s Top 10 South African Travel Blogs. Thrilled to be included.
September 11, 2017
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
A look at Darling Brew’s Blood Serpent. Africa’s First Carbon Neutral Beer.
September 29, 2016
It was a warm and welcoming Saturday afternoon the first time I visit Darling Brew. I’ve enjoyed a morning in the village and have saved the ‘best for last’, so to speak, having read
Spiritual Retreats for the Soul Searcher. For onRoute Mag.
July 2, 2016
My article on ‘Spiritual Retreats for the Soul Searcher’ for OnRoute Magazine as it first appears here and above. Included below for easy reading. After more than ten years of being obsessively attached to my
2016 African Blogger Award winners announced and The Incidental Tourist is Runner-up Best Travel Blog in Africa.
June 9, 2016
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
Pafuri Walking Trails. Into the Wild. Makuleke Concession.
September 26, 2015
Pafuri Collection. – There’s something very humbling about being in an area that belongs to the wild. It’s more than just insight into how things were, even more than how they are meant to
An interview with Future Cape Town. Is Cape Town an ‘African’ city.
June 16, 2014
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