A quiet place to stay in Accra

We didn’t know what to expect: Bradt’s guide to Ghana suggested Mahogony Lodge was ‘one of the few genuine boutique hotels in Accra’, whilst the Google rating was 2-stars. After a full day of travelling we arrived for our three-night stay at 9.30pm and were pleased that (a) check in was cursory and (b) the […]…

A reasonable experience with BA until . . .

On recent travels we’ve experienced early morning flights requiring expensive overnight stays, lengthy connections in Istanbul with Turkish Airlines, and lost luggage with TAP. A British Airways direct flight to Accra, leaving at a civilised 1.30pm, sounded perfect and allowed us to use our 60+ Oyster card for free travel to Heathrow. Even when travelling […]…

Exploring Tanzania with Jules Verne

Tarangire zebra

From Arusha to the Serengeti, we travelled in the northern area where national parks and reserves offer incredible wildlife and ever-changing scenery….

Amazing holiday

This hotel was one of the best I have ever stayed in. The food was absolutely stunning and the staff were delightful. I would return tomorrow, given half a chance. Wonderful hotel and holiday….

Away from it all

For those who like to get away from the main tourist areas and enjoy peace and quiet and maybe walking I would recommend Oudebosch Guest Farm near Riversdale. A convenient stop off from Cape Town to the Garden Route. Very comfortable and well appointed in a beautiful setting on a farm with mountain views. We […]…

Magical Mauritius

Stunning was my first reaction: overlapping layers of pools and swirls of water shimmering in the sun greeted me as I arrived….

Rainbow Tours

At Rainbow, we love the natural world as much as you do. As specialists in travel to Africa, Latin America and Madagascar, we know where to go to get you as close to nature as possible – as respectfully as possible. https://youtu.be/_A8TI_Dxh_E Dig deep into natural […]…

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