The world moves so quickly that we often forget to just relax and enjoy the view. Put away your phone and laptop, get comfortable and watch as the ever-changing landscapes of Europe flicker past as the train speeds seamlessly onwards. Complete your moment of tranquillity with a cup of tea or a glass of wine,…
Hands-on with rhino conservation
Across Africaâs parks and conservancies, quite a few programmes involving many a whole lot of individuals are in place to assist defend our endangered rhinoceros populations. To commemorate World Rhino Day, we despatched Melanie van Zyl to northern South Africa to expertise one in all these initiatives in individual. The huge animal teeters about on…
Music that connects me to Africa
10 classic tracks from across the ages, by Philip Briggs Most Travel Africa readers will be familiar with Philip Briggs, the author of numerous Bradt guides who has written for nearly all of our 90 issues, drawing on his vast experience of travelling to many African countries over the last 25-or-so years. Phillip is a keen music…
The best movies filmed in Barcelona
Scour the streets of Barcelona to spot the film-worthy sites included in some of the best movies filmed in beautiful Barcelona. For filmmakers, capturing the vibrancy, color, and history of a city can be a huge challenge. Many directors and writers have sought to bring Barcelona to life on screen. Only a select few have…
Ubuntu listings
We’ve been so inspired by the many projects and initiatives that support communities and conservation across Africa that we’ve started a directory of them. It’s by no means complete, and we’ll keep adding to it, but if you’re looking for something to buy or a cause to donate to, scroll down for our Ubuntu listings.…
Book cheap ski chalet holidays with Ski Total
Looking forward to a winter ski holiday? CHALET HOTEL DUCS DE SAVOIE – 7 days NOW From £769 pp Chalet Hotel Les Ducs de Savoie has a prime location in the centre of Val d’Isere. Just a 3 or 4-minute walk to the main lifts including the Solaise Express and in the heart of Val-d’Isère’s vibrant nightlife, the…
Hotel room rates in Europe take a dive this Autumn – Brits can get more bang for their buck
Room rates across 24 European cities have taken a dive this autumn. The cities, identified by the Post Office Travel Money’s City Costs Barometer, are on the government’s quarantine exemption list and are offering room rates that are up to 26 per cent lower than this time last year. The biggest falls of 26 per…
Geneva gives tourists free money to spend in their city
Geneva Tourism is offering travellers an incentive to visit their city: Free money. You will be handed a Geneva Gift Card of 100CHF (approx. £84/$USD 111) to spend at a range of hotels, restaurants, cafes, bars and even some activities to sweeten the experience, such as the Local Flavours Chocolate Tour. Included in the mix…
Explore England’s Castles This Autumn
England is famous for its ancient castles and some have become famous themselves. Sometimes their fame comes from their royal residents, such as Windsor Castle. Other times you may recognise them from the silver screen. Indeed Highclere featured in Downton Abbey and Alnwick Castle was the site where Harry Potter learned his wizarding skills and…
The best places in the UK to see August meteor showers
Did you know that Scotland has the three best places to see the August meteor showers? Or that Tomintoul and Glenlivet have the most viewing hours in the UK? And if you love camping Snowdonia is the most popular spot with 115 sites to view from. How to watch the Perseid Meteor Shower August 2020…