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The romance of train travel is alive and well in South Africa and beyond and luxurious trains transport guests through spectacular landscapes, with regular stops along the way to visit the key…
I had the great pleasure of visiting Azura Benguerra and it reminded me of how much beauty and wonder we have within easy reach of South Africa. Especially in Mozambique. Lucky for us…
An oasis of luxury set against the foothills of Mount Kenya, Segera Retreat is home to conservation, community and culture. Its thatched villas, eccentric towers and living cactus boma are set within…
Kisawa Sanctuary on Mozambique’s Benguerra Island has been consciously designed to nurture the bond between people and place, life and land – with the express purpose of blending the wilderness and ocean surrounds…
In a privately managed 21,000 hectare portion of the Marakele National Park – an exclusive wilderness at the foot of South Africa’s scenically beautiful Waterberg mountain range, Marataba Conservation Camps host a…
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…
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…
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…
The mention of Victoria Falls is often met with animated dialogue as to where and when it is best to view it; in the Summer or Winter, in Zimbabwe or Zambia.…
Thousands of Lions, Tigers, Leopards and other species of big cats live out their lives in squalor however a fortunate few have found a true Sanctuary at Panthera Africa outside the quiet…
A luxury five-star eco-reserve set between mountains and sea in the Overberg region just 2 hours from Cape Town, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve lives loyally by an ethos of sustainability, harmony and…
The Mwiba Wildlife Reserve hosts only a handful of guests at a time, enabling an excellent, soulful safari experience within the greater Serengeti eco-system. A conservation concession dedicated to the imperative balance…
We’re in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda, where I’ve chosen to live out my life-long dream of seeing mountain gorillas in the wild. I’ve made it part of a Ugandan overland…
One of Africa’s best kept secrets and fondly referred to as the African Galápagos, the islands of São Tomé and Príncipe in the Gulf of Guinea form part of a volcanic chain…
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…
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…
I am greatly honoured to be included in the ‘Woman&Home South African Amazing Women 40 over 40 Awards’ social influencers category, alongside the most inspiring women – each admirably leading the way…
We skirt around the corner down a rather narrow road that leads right into the pulsating heart of the city. With one hand on my camera, I try to capture the passing…
In an increasingly busy world, retreating to a remote private wilderness is the ultimate luxury. Especially where exclusive lodges offer fine dining and discerning service and the surrounds play home to an…
You’re going to start seeing a lot less of those beautiful exotic beach sunset pics on your Instagram feed these days … What the coronavirus means for SA’s travel influencers, my commentary and…
The Zulu Kingdom – South Africa’s KwaZulu Natal province, is known for its unique blend of natural beauty, proud cultural diversity and vibrant pulsating energy. But beyond the popular coastline is a…
As borderline panic and the severity of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) spreads through the media networks, far too similar to those terrifying scenes from the 2011 film Contagion, there’s a mad rush for…
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…
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…
It was the month I was born, February ‘68, that The Beatles travelled to Rishikesh in northern India to take part in an advanced Transcendental Meditation training course at the ashram of…
The first time I visited McGregor was to walk the rather intense but scenically beautiful Boesmanskloof Hiking Trail that traverses the rocky hills and valleys between there and Greyton. Arriving by road…
With the hectic pace of life and demanding schedules making for days packed with commitments as we balance work and home life, it’s no surprise that the travel industry is seeing a…
The first thing to strike you about Ho Chi Minh City will be how the streets teem with family laden scooters, and how bicycles, cars and carts weave seamlessly between pedestrians as…
Living Like A Local In Lisbon, Portugal – a city of cobbled roads and colourful tram rides. A place of allure with its unique charm, symmetrically laid Portuguese pavements, brightly painted buildings…
“Have we forgotten that wilderness is not a place, but a pattern of the soul where every tree, every bird and beast is a soul maker?” – Ian McCallum As I turned onto…
My ‘Marrakech, Exploring Morocco’s Pink City. Morocco’ article is in the new SA and Beyond printed magazine and online page 16-18, or below for your ease of reading, with some added details from my…
My Thanda Safari article is in the new SA and Beyond printed magazine and online page 12-16, or below for your ease of reading. Thanda Safari, a place of wilderness and wildlife. Time in…
Take a look at the newly launched SA and Beyond magazine, which I’m delighted to be a part of with 9 articles that cover some of my favourite destinations from Marrakech to Lisbon, with…
If you’ve ever boycotted a circus, a zoo or a fur farm in the name of animal rights, you’ll understand the heartbreak involved in the rescue of captive animals. South African Lionsrock…
A three-day slackpacking hike is a great way to experience the Overberg’s flora and fauna … and reinvigorate both body and mind. Nothing puts life into perspective like retreating to the mountains, taking…
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…
Kenya is synonymous with safaris and as an African destination conjures up images of open plains rich with migrating wildebeest, relaxed game and scatterings of acacia trees than this East African country.…
I was asked to contribute my thoughts on this very important topic and how we should be looking to travel moving forward. The Ethical Tourist, by Tamsin Oxford, for the Mail…
The “disconnect to reconnect” travel trend clearly indicates a need to rethink our relationship with digital distractions. I spoke to Sawubona Magazine about taking a break from it all and how I…
Natural Born Hiker. My Journey to Mountain Trails. All it requires is putting one foot in front of the other – plus a commitment and a bit of planning. I time travelled…
In the Overberg town of Kleinmond roams a herd of feral horses. These majestic beasts live a life of freedom, their dark manes flowing in the wind. My story on The Wild…
In October last year, I travelled to a city with 100 000 people to find silence and solitude. Read about my time in Rishikesh with Namaste Retreats India, in the latest Sure…
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…
‘Set in the Northern Cape, the city of Kimberley was founded in the 1870’s on the hope and fervor of the diamond rush that saw prospectors descend on the area to stake…
Sarajevo, the capital of a country devastated by war emerges as a memorable destination. It was while reading Bill Carter’s Fools Rush In that Sarajevo first called my name. In this…
There’s a strong smell of incense in the air as we enter the temple, the tiny sticks stand straight as soldiers in a bowl of sand; coins, flowers and fresh fruit add…
If you are looking for a holiday with a difference, one that combines eco-consciousness with sweeping beach sunsets and once in a lifetime wildlife encounters, then Kenya should be on your list. My…
I was asked by Kit Heathcock to contribute to her Sunday Times Neighbourhood Off The Beaten Track article, which published today. Please read above, or my recommendations below for your ease. Green…
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…
Ethiopia is a land steeped in ancient history, rooted in religion and guardian to some of the continent’s most impressive mountainous moonscapes. I offered a snapshot of my time in this incredible…
In a land of plenty such as South Africa, where endless landscapes, white beaches, mountain peaks and abundant game reserves await discovery, you’d be forgiven for being rather oblivious to the practical…
Some countries were created for road tripping. And South Africa is definitely one of them. Especially when the luxury of time allows you to veer off course, leave the highway and explore the…
A while ago I was asked to contribute to the Edgars Club Magazine’s Live Smart Travel Postcards feature that looked at our earliest memories of childhood adventures. I just found this and…
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…
Photographers posting their pics out of the bright continent are dispelling myths and breaking down misconceptions as they fill their accounts with inspiring images and stories from previously, mostly inaccessible areas. From…
Writing by my (returned to) maiden name Dawn Bradnick, I told kulula’s khuluma in-flight magazine about my behind the wheel dizzying road trip through an ancient world. Meet Me In Morocco, Thelma…
From minding your own carbon footprint to mindful interactions with locals, I offered some suggestions on The Art of Conscious Travel for kulula’s khuluma in-flight magazine, looking at ways we can be more…
The first thing to strike you about Ho Chi Minh City is how the streets teem with family-laden scooters, bicycles, cars and carts that weave their way between pedestrians in conical hats…
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…
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…
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…
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…
The February 2018 issue of rooi rose magazine has a feature on bloggers and I’m grateful to be featured alongside Responsible Traveller, Mzansigirl and one of my favourite food creatives, The Kate Tin. Lovely for my Birthday month.…
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…
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…
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…
When I say Switzerland, do notions of chocolate, cheese, alpine slopes, funiculars, cowbells, watches, trains, hiking poles, peaceful neutrality and bank accounts come to mind? If yes, you would be right on…
Did you know that Kimberley was the first city in the Southern Hemisphere to install electric streetlights? It was September 1882 and meant that Kimberley’s electric lights went on before those of London,…
I was asked to pen the Life by Lexus Voices Column for their June-July issue. Entitled ‘Going Green’, I shared my thoughts on Sustainable Travel and the essential role it plays in…
My article ‘Western Cape. Where Mountains meet the Sea’ for OnRoute Magazine as it first appears here on pages 10-16, and above. Also included below for easy reading. In their Uncovering South Africa…
My article ‘Gauteng. Urban Powerhouse and Party Playground’ for OnRoute Magazine as it first appears here on pages 4-9, and above. Also included below for easy reading. In their Uncovering South Africa issue,…
My article ‘Eastern Cape, Wild and Untamed’ for OnRoute Magazine as it first appears here on pages 18-22, and above. Also included below for easy reading. In their Uncovering South Africa issue, onRoute…
My article ‘Top Eating Experiences in your City’ for OnRoute Magazine as it first appears here on pages 52-56, and above. Included below for easy reading. I really loved writing this and sharing…
‘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.…
Imagine inheriting a large piece of prime real estate and opting to keep it untouched, preserved, safe from development and sacred. In order that future generations will know the beauty of nature…
You don’t have to be on the frontline of conservation to make a positive impact on the environment. You can make a difference without leaving the house. My article on just this…
South African Safari. – Cheapflights asked me about South African malaria free safari destinations. Legend has it the Fever Tree got its name due to growing where malaria is most prevalent. Early day…
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.…
Safari. – I was asked by African Safari Home (ASH) to do a guest post, offering my best advice and practical suggestions on what clothes to wear on safari. Find it here: http://www.africansafarihome.com/what-to-wear-on-safari/ or as…
Cape Town. – Cheapflights asked me about Cape Town’s sundowners scene … ‘With the sun setting at 8pm during Cape Town’s summer months, those golden hours between day and night are…
Cape Town. – Cheapflights asked me about Cape Town’s market scene … ‘With summer upon us there are gazillions of opportunities to be outdoors. And if you’re visiting Cape Town, you…
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…
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…
South Africa – Continuing with the get out and love your country theme, Cheapflights also asked me about my recommended road trip escape destinations within an easy 3 hours drive of Johannesubrg. An…
South Africa – Cheapflights asked me about my favourite road trip escape destinations within an easy 3 hours drive of Cape Town. ‘It’s often said that some of Cape Town’s most…
I’ll be talking at the Southern African Freelancers’ Association (Safrea) – Western Cape #InstaFamousCT event on Thursday 18 September 2016, about ’Blogging and Social Media for Business’ alongside some incredible talent.…
“SANParks do good work.” SANParks manages a collective of 19 National Parks which represent the indigenous fauna, flora, varied landscape and cultural heritage of our country. They are set in areas…
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…
Switzerland. – Last December as a guest of Swiss International Air Lines, I joined a group of fun loving, adventurous South Africans to travel to Switzerland with Danica Helfrich, Head of SWISS South…
Interview. – As I celebrated 6 years from the day I started The Incidental Tourist, I sat down with Cape Town Etc for some Q&A time chatting about my love for…
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…
Voluntourism. – My article on ‘Voluntourism. Travel that Matters’ for OnRoute Magazine as it first appears here. Included below for easy reading. ‘One of the largest and fastest growing sectors of…
Bespoke tour operating company Eye See Africa, asked me to write a guide to Route 62, highlighting the many things on offer. Find the article as first published here, and for your convenience…
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.…
My article on ’The Spier Revolution’ has just been published in African Travel Market and I’m so happy to be spreading the good word about Spier Wine Farm, their philosophy and gentle…
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…
ETAS15. – By invitation of Damian Cook of E-Tourism Summit, I was invited to join the panel discussions surrounding bloggers and working with bloggers at the Cape Town #ETAS15 yesterday. Offered the opportunity…
Kenya. – I told Travelstart about my time in Kenya, including a collection of useful tips about how to get there, travelling around and which areas to focus on. ‘If you are…
Exploring the Land of Plenty. The Nature Lover’s Route. For the SATYC Travelnownow 2015 Conference Brochure. Find the whole edition here and pick up a printed copy at the WYSTC event in…
Where the Wild Things Are. Jungle, bush and beach destinations for the Conscious Traveller. My travel feature in the Edgars Club Magazine September 2015 Travel Feature. As below: Looking back, I think the change…
Turkey. – My first article in Travel Update magazine, where I talk about my time in Turkey with Trafalgar Travel. The very best memories. As below for easy reading. Time-travelling in Turkey…
Cape Town. – Following my Insider’s Guide to the Mother City on Round the World Experts, I wrote a piece about food in our city, because if I’m learning anything, it’s how very…
Eastern Cape. – Growing up in a landlocked state left me with a deep fascination with the ocean and the surfers that brought victory to their agility as they rode her waves. South…
Wellington. – It is true what they say, the best things in life are found closest to home; all you need to do is look. For me home means Wellington in the Western…
Be it gentle meanders or adrenalin thrills, active holidays are here to stay. ‘The four-hour hike in the rain forest of Madagascar’s Andasibe National Park isn’t easy, humidity is high and a…
I was asked by Round the World Experts about my incredible hot air balloon flight over the Magaliesberg area: ‘We gather before dawn, hot coffee in hand huddled around an open fire…
Graaff-Reinet. – I was asked a while ago to walk Traveller24 through one of our country’s oldest towns, once described as the prettiest in all of Africa by David Livingstone himself –…
Greenpop. – It’s always a pleasure to write about the things I love. Greenpop, as my regular readers will know, is one of them. Here is the article I did on the Tangible…
Cape Town. – I was asked by Round the World Experts to offer an insider’s guide to the Mother city. How best to see the most popular attractions, the must do’s and a…
Babylonstoren. – Earlier this year I visited the very special Babylonstoren in the Cape Winelands, where I spent an indulgent night in one of their suites, revelled in the joys and discoveries of…
Uganda. – I wrote this piece for On Route Magazine a while ago, talking about how opting to do an overland trip to see the gorillas had allowed me to fulfil a long standing…
Uganda. – Almost exactly a year ago, I enjoyed an experience of a lifetime. Gorilla Trekking in Uganda. Interestingly, I never posted much on my blog back then, but would now like…
