Category: Travel & Food

African Cuisine, Food, Africa Travels, Safari, Discover

KLM Flash Fares – Adventurous Trip to Kilimanjaro

Often referred to as the Mountain of Light, the Mountain of Greatness or the Mountain of Caravans, Kilimanjaro remains one of the most spectacular landmarks on Earth. If you’re seeking a true adventure, then this is your chance to take advantage of these special KLM flash fares to experience the breathtaking wilderness of Tanzania and … read more

The Flight Deal – $764 Roundtrip Los Angeles to Dubai

Emirates is offering a special flight deal to Dubai for $764, all taxes included. Sample Travel Date: January 21st – 28th Fare Availability Valid for travel on the outbound in January. Must purchase at least 7 days in advance of departure Please note that while this fare is valid at time of posting, if this … read more

Africa's 6 Most Unusual Eateries

Africa’s 6 Most Unusual Eateries

A good place to eat is usually synonymous to a great destination. Food lovers are capable of travelling across the globe for a good dish, splendid view, and unique experience. But dining with sharks? Or underground? This is definitely for those looking for  a truly unique and out-of-the-ordinary experience. We’ve selected the top 6 most … read more

The Flight Deal – $924 Roundtrip Los Angeles to Zanzibar, Tanzania

KLM airlines is offering a great travel deal to Zanzibar Island, Tanzania. View all the booking details below: Sample Travel Date February 5th – 12th Fare Availability: Valid for travel on the outbound until March 28th. Must purchase at least 7 days in advance of departure Please note that while this fare is valid at … read more

Take a Trip Down South Africa’s Garden Route

If you are lucky enough to find yourself in Cape Town, take some time to drive down the N2 highway leaving the city. The road carves and meanders for 800km between Cape Town in the Western Cape province and Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape. The Garden Route – the name given to the stretch of forested, … read more

Travelstart

South African Booking Site TRAVELSTART Acquires Social Startup SATISFLY

South African flight booking site Travelstart has announced its acquisition of Hong Kong-based social intelligence company Satisfly. Satisfly, which uses social accounts to provide companies with insights into their customers’ habits and choices, has previously worked with Iberia and AirBaltic. Travelstart plans to use this technology to implement social log-ins in order to discover how customers interact with the site across … read more

Travel Movement with Young Black Globe-trotters

You may remember our piece on Travel Noire, a website with cultivated insights from a global community of black travelers. When it was initially launched by Zim Ugochukwu in September 2013, her aim was to slowly but surely create a new way to connect with fellow black travelers, who at the time were few and far between on social media. The … read more

Tangiers, Morocco

The Flight Deal – $725 Roundtrip San Francisco to Tangiers, Morocco

Roundtrip Deal – Sample Travel Date April 6th – 13th Fare Availability This roundtrip deal is Valid for travel on the outbound from March 26th – May 16th or August 28th – October for Sunday through Thursday departures from the United States and Monday through Thursday departures to the United States. Must purchase at least 7 … read more

Nairobi, Kenya

The Flight Deal – $850 Roundtrip Los Angeles to Nairobi, Kenya

British Airways is offering special flight deal to Nairobi for $850, all taxes included. Sample Travel Date: February 9th – 16th Fare Availability Valid for travel on the outbound until March 31st or October 26th – December 6th. Availability limited. Must purchase at least 7 days in advance of departure Please note that while this fare … read more

The Vuyani Safari Lodge

Luxury Safari Travel Deals – The Vuyani Safari Lodge

South Africa’s luxury safari scene reaches its pinnacle with the Vuyani Safari Lodge. Located on the wide 36,000 acres stretch of Moditlo Private Game Reserve, just next to the Kruger National Park, and at the foot of the majestic and famous Drakensberg mountains, this safari lodge promises the most exclusive and outstanding safari lodges in South … read more

Devarana Spa

Destination Devarana Spa

A natural and organic getaway far from the noise and pollution of the city is necessary for all. Devarana Spa, Kenya offers this opportunity to all who need to decompress and reconnect with nature. Located in numerous countries including Thailand, Philippines, Maldives, India, and China, this destination is now available to Kenyans as well. The spa … read more

Top 10 Best Safaris for 2015

Planning fun trips and safaris can be quite tricky. As the New Year approaches, we’d like to give you a glimpse of the ten best places and activities for safaris in order to facilitate your search. This list is based on the 2015 Safari Awards, which can be compared to the Oscars for the safari … read more

Kobi’s Kitchen: Holiday Vegan Cooking

The appetizing e-book “Kobi’s Kitchen” is a helpful guide to the holiday meals by vegan writer Kobi Kenzo. It holds the secrets to meal planning, table décor, and recipes during both Thanksgiving and Christmas. It is dedicated to vegans, non vegans, and even wanna-be vegans who have an appreciation for plant based foods. Having a … read more

African Traditions Back on School Menu in Tanzania

The Mbuyoni elementary school of Dar es Salaam has incorporated farming as a main component of the school day’s activities in order to improve the school menu’s nutrition and keep Tanzanian agricultural traditions and foods relevant. Every morning, the students occupy themselves by cultivating their favorite crop. These plants and vegetables are native to the … read more

Photo of a set table at a restaurant in Tanzania

Tanzania’s Marvels and Activities

The East African country of Tanzania has a stunning wildlife, expansive volcanic crater and intriguing islands which all set it apart as a unique destination. It’s just a bonus that Mount Kilimanjaro is available to climb as the world’s tallest freestanding mountain. The Indian Ocean laps Tanzania’s eastern edge between Kenya and Mozambique, and the “spice … read more

Airplane view of an island

10 Countries South Africans Can Visit Visa-Free

The South African passport enjoys visa-free and visa-on-arrival policies with 97 countries. However, we’re narrowing this list down to the top ten Visa Free African Countries to vacation to without worrying about all the paper work. If you hold a South African passport, then consider these holiday destinations: 1. Maldives This stunning archipelago in the Indian … read more

Where to Stay in Rwanda

Accommodation in Rwanda can vary quite dramatically; certain areas offer fair and competitive rates, while others are far more basic while remaining quite expensive. We’ve selected some of the best places in Rwanda to ensure a unique stay on the Land of a Thousand Hills. Hotel Des Milles Colines A stay at Hotel Des Mille … read more

East Africa: Travel Books to Read Before You Go

A literary guide can always help prepare the mind for travel. This selection of East Africa Travel Books will get you in the mood for your trip, and provide a great reading list for all book worms out there. Let’s begin with three classics to provide atmospheric introductions to the region: Peter Matthiessen’s  The Tree Where Man Was … read more

Airline flydubai Announces Three New Routes Including Hargeisa, Somaliland

Dubai-based flydubai announced the addition of three new routes to its growing network. Flights to Hargeisa (Somaliland), Chennai (India), and Nejran (Saudi Arabia) will commence in the first quarter of 2015, further expanding the carrier’s footprint to 89 destinations in 46 countries. From 05 March 2015, flydubai will become the first carrier to operate to Hargeisa, … read more

10 Yummy Ethiopian Dishes You Must Eat Before You Die

If you are a food lover and want to experiment with different textures and spices, Ethiopian food will satisfy your taste buds. Ethiopian cuisine usually consists of vegetables, spicy meat, and bread. The bread is served with different selections of meat stews depending on the cultural group you choose to eat from, since each group … read more