The latest at Aardvark to climb Mount Kilimanjaro is Francis. It is the second time he's reached the summit of Africa's highest mountain and this trip was a VIP Lemosho route trek led by mountaineering experts Summits Africa. Some people undertake the climb to prove they could conquer Africa's highest ... Read more
You don’t have to be a mountain goat to climb Mount Kilimanjaro. With the right planning and a bit of training, the summit of the world’s tallest free standing mountain is entirely accessible to anyone. We share our 5 top tips for climbing Mount Kilimanjaro: Go with a reputable company ... Read more
With many African countries offering a wonderfully rich variety of experiences, it’s easy to plan an incredible safari holiday in one destination. Maximising your precious holiday time by minimising your travel once you reach Africa makes a lot of sense, especially if you are travelling with children. Many lodges are ... Read more
Tanzania, just like neighbouring Kenya, is a great spot for a family safari holiday. There is a lovely choice of small camps and private houses; the latter are perfect for families as mealtimes and activities are completely flexible and they generally come with at least one private guide and vehicle. ... Read more
Travelling with children can be fun, but can also be stressful. We have planned countless family safari and beach holidays. We share our tips for making sure everyone has a relaxing holiday. Opt for a pool The traditional safari day means you’ll likely have some down time during the day. ... Read more
So you travelled long haul pre-children and maybe even backpacked somewhere adventurous. But since the little ones came along you’ve graduated from Center-Parcs to Mark Warner, and now you're ready for more. Can a family safari really be a sensible ambition? And if it is, why is it so good? ... Read more
Hotels on Mauritius first set the standards of luxury the rest of the world must follow and they continue to evolve to further refine the concept of tropical luxury. The island enjoys direct flights from London and high temperatures year-round, making it an option for families in any school holiday ... Read more
A discussion on African islands would not be complete without mentioning those on the East African coast, many enmeshed with a trading history over hundreds of years. The largest, Zanzibar, also known as the “Spice Island”, is an island state within the United Republic of Tanzania and was once one ... Read more
These exquisite luxury river properties are set in beautiful Zambia's most beautiful wildlife areas. They also offer plenty of fun activities to engage active children with fantastic safari guides and home-from-home service. Here are our clients' favourite luxury family safari camps in Zambia: Tongabezi – Dog House Tongabezi is a ... Read more
Cape Town in February half-term was perfect for getting away from the British winter and enjoying warm temperatures and long sunny days. From London it’s a direct overnight flight and with very little time difference it didn’t mess up the children’s (George aged 2 and Bella aged 5) sleep patterns ... Read more