MAKANYANE My daughter spent Christmas again this year in Africa. She was sadly missed by all of us, but had a spectacular time. Lucky her… here she gives us some details and some photos of her experience:- It has private […]
I was asked at work the other day to list the best family holidays for single parents. To be honest, I struggle with the whole concept because travelling with children is very hard work in general and compromises have to […]
My daughter has fallen in love with Africa and is still depressed at having to come back from what she describes as “the most amazing holiday I have ever been on! I have the most unbelievable memories of a truly […]
My daughter went on safari this Christmas to South Africa to the Makanyane Safari Lodge in Madikwe Game Reserve, South Africa. I am very impressed with the video her boyfriend put together of their holiday. It looks quite amazing and […]
It seems that the “safari” look is the height of fashion this autumn – which has made things easy for me in terms of kitting myself out for my impending safari trip. Although it seems my brother is buying proper […]
The safari experience offers a fantastic opportunity for both parents and children to enjoy an educational holiday experience. The family holiday market is ever-increasing in Kenya and the destination is now leading the way for other African nations. Several hotel […]
I am going to very reluctantly let you know about a brilliant competition. I want to win it and of course the more of you who know about it, the less chance I've got. I've been sent the details by the safari lodge I stayed in with my father when we were in Zambia the summer before last. We had a truly spectacular time on safari and the prize for coming up with a new brand slogan for Zambia is a 15 day safari.
Zambia is truly amazing - abundant wildlife, majestic scenery, tranquil lakes, vibrant culture, friendly people, bush adventure and home to the famous Victoria Falls – one of the “Seven Natural Wonders of the World”.
My elephants live in Zambia (although looking a little bit grey in comparison!):- 
I hate to say it but I think my children might have got some better shots than me on their safari. They were certainly unbelievably lucky to get so close to a leopard. Here’s one of mine:- And here are […]
I took this photo in Zambia… I truly do love elephants – they are such an extraordinary animal and we must do everything in our power to stop them getting killed in such great numbers.
As the (red, African) dust settles and we are all reunited in our little house, our lives feel small and safe and controlled again. I have many, many thoughts and things I want to write about but it’s so hard […]
