Ever wondered what the most expensive hotels in the world are, how much they cost and whether these costs are commensurate to the services offered? According to a recent survey conducted by Travel Mag, top of the list is a private island resort in Seychelles, followed by luxury lodges in places y…
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US and Canadian Residents Can Win a Luxury Vacation to Botswana or St Lucia
As vaccinations continue and the world opens more and more to international travel, one company and an island are hoping to inspire foreign travellers to stop by their countries through contests. The first is the Lion World Travel We Love Africa contest, while the second is the St Lucia Mothers’ …
ASPIRE Pick of the Week: Xigera Combines Art and Luxury for an Elevated Safari Experience
Sitting majestically on the western side of the Moremi Game Reserve in the heart of the Okavango Delta, Botswana. Xigera – pronounced ‘kee-jera’ – named for the Pied Kingfisher that makes its home amid the watery channels of the reserve, is set to open in January 2021. It is part of t…
ASPIRE Pick of the Week: African Travel Inc Announces 2021 Safari Packages
In response to increasing demand for safaris in Africa, African Travel, Inc has announced new packages for 2021 that deliver unique experiences to guests in South Africa, Namibia and Botswana. They are Platinum Botswana This 10-day package will see visitors exploring the Selinda Reserve, one of B…
Go Wild! Visit 5 African Countries in Nine Days, from Botswana to South Africa
Elephants and buffaloes aren’t bothered by borders, roaming from one country to another, so why should you be? Visiting five African nations in nine days may sound like an awful rush but it isn’t on a cleverly-put-together itinerary built around a luxurious three-night cruise on mighty Lake Karib…
This African Safari Was Founded Before Ecotourism Became a Trend
Mombo is a name synonymous with watching the world’s most majestic wildlife. The remote camp in Botswana’s Okavango Delta set the benchmark in luxury lodging when Wilderness Safaris, the industry’s pioneering ecotourism outfitter, took the reins in 1999. By boldly deviating from the once-rustic s…
The World’s Best Destinations for a Digital Break
Having mini computers in our pockets is one of the amazing things about the age in which we live. You literally have information about anything when you want it and it’s never been easier to connect with friends and family. You can plan your travel adventures from wherever you are! But in this fa…
ASPIRE Pick of the Week: African Luxury Tourism is Heading off the Beaten Track
Africa has long been a favorite destination for safaris and hot air balloon flights over migrating herds but now the hospitality and tourism industries are exploring new locations to cater for luxury traveler’s increasing appetite for adventure. “African tourism has evolved significantly in the l…
ASPIRE Pick of the Week: For A Wholesome Luxury Safari Experience, Go Here!
Embarking on a safari is usually an experience most people may choose to enjoy once-in-a-lifetime. However, it’s precisely because safaris are such a big production that it’s always a good idea to indulge. There really isn’t a general fee for luxury safaris due to the varying locations, but a lot…
Botswana’s Chic New Safari Lodge
Natural Selection is offering a fresh take on luxury adventure with the debut of its first lodge, Sable Alley. Situated in northern Botswana’s Khwai Private Reserve, the private lodge opened in May and is as stunning as it is sustainable. The compound consists of 12 elevated tents overlooking a h…