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Glamping is the beautiful art of luxury camping. The word is derived from the combination of the noun ‘Camping’ and the adjective ‘Glamorous’, to create a term that has in recent years become synonymous with one of the biggest travel trends across the world. The popularity of Glamping comes down to the fact this unusual form of travel allows you to experience more of the great outdoors, it allows remote areas of the world to be opened up while still allowing travelers to enjoy a sense of luxury and indulgence that would ordinarily be lost in the wilderness. Glamping sites allow you to get closer to nature, as well as being tremendously Eco-friendly in comparison to traditional hotels. A glamorous Safari tent can be set up easily to allow visitors to see animal migrations in Africa, or extravagant camps can bring unprecedented levels luxury into the deserts of the Middle…

Many travelers are skeptical about the feasibility of planning a 1 day gorilla tour to Bwindi impenetrable forest for the interest of budget and time. The important question at the back of one’s mind is “Will I make it on time to start gorilla trekking with the group? If you are willing to take-up the one day short gorilla trek, here is some reliable advice. You can ably start your tour from Kigali even if your flight arrives by 2:00am – 3:00am in Rwanda, or better arrive earlier and spend a night in Kigali so that you rest before the long day ahead of you. Ideally you should set off from Rwanda by 3:00 am with your driver driving to the Gatuna border – the Uganda Rwanda border. The drive from Kigali to Katuna border is 2 hours and the drive from here to the closest sector of Bwindi forest…

We’ve all heard of the Seven Wonders of the World, but let’s not forget  the seven natural wonders of the world. All boasting astonishing natural beauty in their own right, there’s something spectacular about each and every one of these attractions. Whether you’re thinking about planning your next getaway or just want to brush up on your geographical knowledge, here are the seven natural wonders of the world and where to find them. What is it? The Grand Canyon Where is it? Arizona, USA The sheer size and vastness of the Grand Canyon is enough to see why it makes the list of the world’s most impressive natural wonders. At 277 miles long, you can only see a snippet of it by foot – and no one wants to get too close to the edge. Instead, take a helicopter ride and be wowed at the sights from above. What is…

When it comes to booking your dream holiday; it’s fair to say that everyone has a different idea of paradise. From romantic city breaks to unspoiled wilderness locations, there’s a place to suit every traveller’s diverse set of tastes and preferences. If tranquil and unspoiled locations are your thing, however, we’d certainly recommend a trip to the largely unheralded Mafia Island. Located along the coast of the Indian Ocean and boasting a population in excess of 40,000, it offers an extremely appealing proposition to travellers despite being overshadowed by more renowned destinations like Zanzibar. Make no mistake; Mafia and its surrounding archipelago including Jibondo, Juani and Chloe have a huge amount to offer.  In this post, we’ll explore the island in greater detail while asking what makes it so special? Mafia Island – A Brief Guide In total, Mafia Island is just a single, 30-minute flight south of Zanzibar, and…