Nairobi as Kenya’s capital city is a hub of heaving cars and busses, khaki-clad tourists and cool fashionista locals proudly embracing the infectious energy of the country’s largest gateway city. A place that allows you
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 a garden rich
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. Actually, the term
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 adventures in Kenya,
Ocean Sole is an ocean conservation group located in Kenya that turns flip-flop pollution into art and functional products, simultaneously promoting the love of the oceans. Their philosophy reads as follows: Vision: Waste-free oceans. Mission: To become
I joined Cathy Retief-Neil on her ‘Passport to the World’ show on Radio Helderberg 93.6fm to talk about my visit to Kenya in August, working with the Local Ocean Trust: Watamu Turtle Watch and learning
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 looking for a
Kenya. – While staying at the Olare Mara Kempinski in Kenya’s Masai Mara, I took a walk on the green plains. Together with my guide David Lomali and Masai Tourist Police member Mwele, we
I’ve had the great privilege of visiting The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elephant Orphanage in Nairobi a couple of times. Here incredible work is being done in rescuing and rehabilitating orphaned elephants and rhinos. There are
Kenya. – An invitation to spend a night at the luxurious Medina Palms Resort, recently awarded No. 1 Hotel in Kenya by TripAdvisor, is not one to be taken lightly. Actually I jumped at the
My week with the Local Ocean Trust: Watamu Turtle Watch allowed me to fulfil a long time dream of working with turtles. Emotional and inspiring, it was an experience that filled me with hope, yet at
The plains are a beautiful green, like neatly mowed lawns dispersed with lone trees. The very trees that give Kenya’s Masai Mara its name. The word Mara literally means ‘spotted’, which refers to both the
Magical Kenya. I see why its called that, why visitors are invited to share their experiences with the tag #WhyILoveKenya. I did. For me these are some of the reasons why I really did.
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10 African Travel Instagram Accounts that you should be following.
Ten Of The Best Climbing Mountains For An Adventurous Traveller.
7 African Female Travel Bloggers to Follow, by See Africa Today.
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
With a mix of British architecture, museums, markets and traditional village life existing effortlessly alongside budget hostels and five-star hotels, Livingstone is at the heart of Zambian tourism. Founded in 1905 and named after the
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
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
I am deeply touched to be included on ‘The Wonder Women of African Travel Blogging‘ list by Travelhouseuk.co.uk, and especially moved by their description of me, the work that I do as The Incidental Tourist and the way
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
Given the Covid-19 pandemic and changed world, travel requires added precaution these days with a lot more to consider when planning a trips. With your flight booked, masks and sanitisers on hand, there’s one more
‘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
The shameful practice of South Africa’s cruel and exploitative captive-bred lion hunting industry is something that regularly makes headlines, with newly revealed insight into how rife and devastating it really is. Blood Lions the documentary
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
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 in their fields
Global interest in eco-tourism has increased dramatically as people start to drift towards greener consumption. The hospitality industry has had to adapt to meet these demands, willing to pay more for sustainable travel and have
The world is witnessing an unprecedented, human-induced collapse of biodiversity and is in the middle of a global pandemic caused by the consumption of wild species often kept in cruel, unsanitary conditions. Laws insisting on
Did you know that bees are a widely used weapon in the conservation arsenal? In fact, these underestimated little miracle workers are being deployed at Samara Private Game Reserve, where they are playing a vital
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
In Ethiopia, unlike its neighbouring African countries, the Big Five completely different. In the traditional safari countries of Africa, like South Africa, Kenya and Tanzania, the big five are elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos, and cape
Will giraffes survive humanity? They are as iconic as lions, rhinos and elephants and their long-term existence in the wild is under similar threat, however, the world’s tallest animals get much less public attention or
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
Whether it be to mark high days or holidays, we regularly find ourselves seeking out the perfect gift for our loved ones, which can be tricky. But if you’re racking your brain trying to think
Travel Massive is a global community focused on connecting travel leaders, innovators and creatives to collaborate and share ideas on a local level, bringing together leading travel brands, bloggers, startups and travel insiders. Founded and headed up by Ian
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
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 considerate and sustainable
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
Have you heard of the incredible 7 Summits Africa Challenge? Set to achieve a world record, the goal is for 7 mountaineers to summit 7 mountains in Africa over a period of 7 weeks, and for
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
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 life, as
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
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
Africa is a continent of diversity, culture and rich natural resources and I can’t encourage travel and further exploration enough. Whether you opt to go on a Kenyan Safari, or explore the heady aromatic souks of Morocco, you’ll find
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 for Travel Update.
‘The soft African breeze picks up dirt on the savannah and the hazy late afternoon sun filters through. Through the sun dappled air, a giraffe lazily saunters into view, her distinctive tan markings matching the
‘You are never too old or too young, to fall in love with Africa’ With the hectic pace of life and demanding schedules making for days packed with commitments as we balance work and
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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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