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Marrakech is a place steeped in history and architecture, the city with its souks, palaces and the labyrinth-like medina is best navigated leisurely with a guide or someone who truly knows it well particularly if you only have a few days. We spent a perfect week in Morocco last December Read More …
There is a slew of mega-hotels and Riads in Marrakech but if you are looking for a quiet place with 5-star luxury away from the chaos that Marrakech is famous for, book your stay at Villa des Orangers. People who visit Marrakech frequently would agree that Villa des Orangers is Read More …
I sat there with my Casablanca beer and a view of the Citadel, a shrimp from the seafood platter was staring back at me as I was thinking I should have planned this better –– we should have spent a night here, my soul is not going to be satiated Read More …
Have you really been to Morocco if you didn’t walk on the dunes in the Sahara or take a selfie with a camel? Well let me tell you, we didn’t make the long 9-hour drive to the Sahara but we had quite an adventure riding the ATVs on the moon-like Read More …
The cities of Western Cape are distinguished by original architecture, called the Cape Dutch, and you will easily fall in love with them from the very first glance. This province has a mixture of cultures gathered in one territory: ancient Christian churches, mosques, Victorian-era chapels, and town halls decorated with Read More …
For as long as I remember I have been dreaming about visiting the Boulders Beach Penguins. These African penguins are also known as the Jackass penguin because of the braying sound they make. These cute fellas breed along the southwestern coast of South Africa near Cape Town. The penguins are Read More …
Chapman’s Peak drive in Cape Town, South Africa is considered one of the best coastal drives in the world. With the mountains on one side and the Atlantic ocean on the other, this short 5.5-mile scenic drive is a must-do when visiting Cape Town in South Africa. Combine it with Read More …
Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden located on the eastern slopes of Table Mountain in Cape Town is one of the seven most magnificent gardens in the world. The 528 hectares of this beautiful estate includes cultivated gardens and a nature reserve. The garden is known for its collection of southern African plants Read More …
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa known as Zeitz MOCAA is a contemporary art museum located at the V&A Waterfront, Silo District in Cape Town, South Africa. Zeitz MOCAA collects, preserves, and exhibits 21st-century art from all over Africa. The museum hosts international exhibitions supports educational and enrichment programmes and encourages Read More …
If you loved Out of Africa, you’ll want to visit the Karen Blixen Museum in Kenya where the author Karen Blixen lived between 1914 and 1931. She left after a series of personal tragedies, but the lovely farmhouse has been preserved as a museum. Set in 4,500 acres of expansive gardens Read More …
Like us, you probably came here for the beautiful Indian Ocean beaches, but there is more to do in Zanzibar. Wander through Stone Town’s labyrinth of winding alleys, bustling markets, mosques, learn about the spices and don’t forget to catch a few sunsets from the Swahili coast. Here are some Read More …
Most people associate Morocco with colorful souks, sand dunes, camel rides through the desert and drinking sugary mint tea. While the latter turned out to be a new addiction for me, one of the best activities during our trip to Marrakesh was an afternoon trek in the Atlas Mountains at Read More …
To be honest, we planned our trip to Morocco around the availability at Kasbah Tamadot. One of our Kenya Safari trip photos had won us a stay at Sir Richard Branson’s Kasbah Tamadot! How could we miss out on an invite to stay at a fabulous property which is considered one Read More …
To say our All-inclusive Family Safari Experience at Angama Mara Lodge was magical is putting it mildly… If you asked Mr. Suburbia what his all-time favorite place is, without batting an eye he would tell you it is Angama Mara. The luxury safari lodge located on the Great Rift Valley overlooking Read More …
After years of dreaming and months of planning, it was Time for Africa and we were pretty excited when we landed at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. We had no bags to check-in, so we collected our duffel bags and climbed down the steps on to the tarmac. Most of the safari Read More …