Wendy Watta signs up for an immersive Ethiopian food tour in Addis Ababa. When I arrive in Addis Ababa on January 7th, I find that it is Christmas and the…
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Nora Musa brushes up on her French then spends two weeks in Senegal, kicking off her trip in Dakar where she checks out beaches, cafes, markets, neighbourhoods, art and more.…
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São Tomé and Príncipe: Life in the Chocolate Islands
by Maurice Schutgens February 10, 2020Located deep in the Gulf of Guinea, the twin-island state of São Tomé and Príncipe (STP) is a jurassic paradise where the portuguese speaking locals greet you with a disarming…
A family drives down to Lodo Springs, Elewana’s latest addition to the wildlife-rich Loisaba Conservancy in Laikipia. Road-tripping in Kenya can be exhilarating but also occasionally grueling. Our recent family…
The Cabanas at Kizingoni Beach in Lamu: this is the kind of secluded paradise that ignites the romance without much effort, and as long as you’re with a partner, you’re…
The first hybrid-hotel in Africa has opened its doors in Cape Town – and it’s all down to one of the continent’s youngest and most successful tourism entrepreneurs, Bheki Dube.…
Did you know that about 8% of Kenya’s land mass is protected area for wildlife conservation? Kenya is endowed with a myriad of wildlife and as such Game Safaris are…
As a travel enthusiast, you’re probably thinking of a few romantic getaway ideas for Valentine’s Day. You can make these ideas come to life and treat yourself and your partner…
Travelling within Africa means fewer visa hassles, shorter flights and an opportunity to discover popular gems in Sub-Saharan Africa. The festive deals may be over but here are incredible destinations…
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Breathing New Life Into a Divine Classic Gem
by Nomad Advertorial January 7, 2020Nairobi Serena Hotel is pleased to announce the completion of the ongoing refurbishment. The refurbishment is in line with Serena Hotels commitment to the continuous improvement of its product and…