Africa

The Seven MUST see Wonders of Egypt

·13 December, 2022
·Samantha - Travelling King

Have you ever fancied checking out the tombs of the Pharaohs? Well, if so, why not book a holiday to Egypt this year? It’s a country steeped in wonder, mysticism and splendour, and will linger in your memory long after you’ve returned home. But what will you do while you’re there? Well, start by exploring the cities and marketplaces, sampling delicious cuisine as you go. However, holidaymakers heading to Egypt should also look forward to checking out some of the planet’s most incredible marvels: the wonders of the ancient world… Ancient Egypt left behind a number of structures for us…

Top Things To Do In Kenya

·25 October, 2019
·Samantha - Travelling King

Kenya is an incredibly beautiful country and is home to a huge range of diverse environments and experiences. It has deserts, mountains, tropical forests, and is known worldwide as a top safari destination as well as having one of the most beautiful coastlines Africa has to offer. Kenya has had its troubles in the past, but let us be honest, what country hasn’t. Today it remains a top tourist destination in Africa and is a very safe and pleasant country to travel around. It’s easy to get to, with direct flights to and from most major hubs in the world…

One Week In Tanzania: What To Do, What To See

·8 October, 2019
·Samantha - Travelling King

Have you ever dreamt of exploring the beauty of East Africa? Just one week in Tanzania would make your dream come true. Tanzania is a beautiful sight with its beautiful natural grass plain lands, wilderness, and home of the wild safari where you find the "big five" (lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant, and rhino). Bordered by three lakes; Lake Victoria, Lake Tanganyika, and Lake Malawi, Tanzania also has rich water resources. Visiting Tanzania is easier now with the introduction of the eVisa for foreign visitors from other countries. You can check out the eVisa requirements for US citizens traveling Tanzania online.…

Where to stay and what to do in Cape Town?

·6 January, 2018
·Samantha - Travelling King

Cape Town is one of those city where you will want to come back to after your first visit so don't worry if you don't get to all the things I'm going to write about. I'm quite sure we will see you again. Plan your trip to South Africa Need data for your trip to South Africa? We use Tep Wireless which offers unlimited data for $8 per day. Travelling King readers can get 10% off using the discount code TRAVELLINGKING on check out Read more on Cape Town: The beautiful Constantia Wine Farms you need to visit Cape Town…

Must-Take Instagram Pictures on Any African Holiday

·18 December, 2017
·Samantha - Travelling King

If there is one place in the world that is incredibly photogenic, it’s the continent of Africa. Photographers feast on the breath-taking sights and the unique occurrences, that have a way of transforming even the simplest shots, into a masterpiece. As we know, in this day and age - where we’re living in a digital world- the best way to document our unique encounters, is by posting the finished product on social media. The most well known platform for sharing photos is, of course, Instagram. Most travel bloggers stick to Instagram, especially when their main objective is to reach a…

Where to Stay in Cape Town including Cheap Accommodation Options

·24 October, 2017
·Samantha - Travelling King

Cape Town is a wonderful port city in the South Western coast of South Africa which attracts a lot of visitors. Cape Town tourism has grown each and every day. With such an influx of large scale tourism, it can get difficult to decide exactly where to stay in Cape Town and find cheap accomodations in Cape Town can be difficult!. Where to stay in Cape Town Popular areas with Active Nightlife Cape Town City Centre Cape Town Central Business District (CBD) is the lower half of the city and stretches from the Cape Town Convention Centre all the way up…

A Glance Inside Kruger National Park, South Africa

·1 October, 2017
·Samantha - Travelling King

Sprawling over an area of around 20,000 sq. km., Kruger National Park is one of the largest game reserves in Africa. The national park is home to over 500 bird species and 147 species of large mammals. Kruger is also home to the Big Five game animals, the African elephant, African lion, rhinoceros, cape buffalo and African leopard. Watching the varied flora and fauna thriving in their natural habitat is a sight to behold, which is why you must make sure the itinerary includes a visit to the park, when buying a South Africa tour package. Inside Kruger, there are…

The Best Beaches in Southern Africa

·30 September, 2017
·Samantha - Travelling King

When you first visit South Africa, be prepared to be knocked off your feet by the diversity of culture, the strength of the nation overcoming its past, and the general air of rebirth visible on every corner. The thing that takes most people’s breath away however, is the incredibly striking and diverse landscapes. Wherever you look, the scenery is simply transcendent, from the Kalahari desert, to Cape Town’s Table Mountain and the rugged Wild Coast. Surrounded by the Indian and the Atlantic Oceans, South Africa boasts some of the most gorgeous beaches in the world. In no particular order, here…

The Magnificent Victoria Falls

·17 November, 2016
·Samantha - Travelling King

The Victoria Falls is the world’s largest waterfall. In peak season the entire yearly water consumption of New York flows over its edge every three and a half days. The Victoria Falls is neither the widest or tallest waterfall on earth, but its combination of the two makes it the biggest. This UNESCO World Heritage site was named by David Livingstone, after Queen Victoria of Britain. The Victoria Falls is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Africa and offers a wide range of luxury accommodation and activities in the area. For the top lodges and camps visit the…

Your Safari Dream: Where To See The “Big Five”

·5 October, 2016
·Samantha - Travelling King

We spend most of our time indoors, working in office environments and only seeing the reality of nature on a TV screen. There is nothing intrinsically wrong with that; we all have lives, and humanity has moved on from true side-by-side nature living. Nevertheless, for most of us there is still a longing to take a walk on the wild side. It's why safaris remain a highlight for many people, a holiday of a lifetime that gives the back-to-nature feel if only for a short while. Safaris can range from the wilderness camping style to full-blown luxury - it all…