Africa

Exclusive guide to the best holiday destinations in Africa, independent reviews from award-winning travel writers

65721501 H1 NRF22471 1

Fairmont The Norfolk

It’s a memorable way to arrive in Nairobi. Straight out of the airport, next to the first roundabout a herd of wild zebra are grazing. “Look,” says Joseph my driver, “they’re here to personally welcome you to Nairobi.”

Read the full story here
guide to zanzibar

Guide to Zanzibar

25 km off the coast of Tanzania, this gorgeous island goes beyond the sunshine stereotype of “beaches, booze and bling.” It is literally full of history.

Read the full story here
sol dunasjpg

Sol Dunas, Cape Verde

The whole place is enormous: the resort has over 1000 rooms, six restaurants and 14 stylish bars, as well as seven pools and access to a pretty beach.

Read the full story here
Elephant watch South Luangwa walking safaria

The Wild Side of Zambia

Here is reputedly one of Zambia’s best places for wildlife and we pile aboard an open jeep for the evening game drive as dusk descends creating mysterious shadows after a spectacular sunset.

Read the full story here
Rupert Parker visits Rodrigues, Mauritius’s little sister and finds the best way to get around is on foot.

Roaming in Rodrigues. Discover Mauritius’ delightful little sister.

Rupert Parker visits Rodrigues, Mauritius’s little island sister and finds the best way to get around is on foot. Read his guide to this island paradise.

Read the full story here
Mos Espa with Camels

Famous Film locations in Tunisia 

Rogue One was the movie event of 2016 for Star Wars fans, but you can still visit the locations for the earlier films in the South of Tunisia.

Read the full story here