A review of the The Makokola Retreat in Mangochi, Malawi on the trip The South of Africa Tour. Highlights Views and access to the beautiful Lake Malawi. Wonderful family run establishment with great staff. Many tours and activities around the lake. Elegant cabins and rooms, created with local products. Fine lakeside dining. Background The Makokola … Continue reading Experience: The Makokola Retreat, Malawi
A review of the Sunbird Capital Hotel in Lilongwe, Malawi on the trip The South of Africa Tour. Highlights Central location in Malawi’s capital. Extensive conference and meeting facilities. Charming restaurants and bars. Great hands on service. Fully equipped health center, pool, and tennis courts. Background Sunbird Capital Hotel is one of seven properties of … Continue reading Experience: Sunbird Capital Hotel, Malawi
Riding the international bus, King Lion, from Harare to Lusaka and almost getting arrested by a corrupt immigration officer at the border on The South of Africa Tour. After a brief stay in Harare at the Meikles, I was on my way to Lusaka by bus. Little did I know, I was about to experience … Continue reading Harare to Lusaka on the King Lion Bus
A review of the Radisson Blu Hotel in Lusaka, Zambia on the trip The South of Africa Tour. Highlights Luxurious rooms and facilities. Tranquil outdoor pool and spa. International fine dining. Professional service. Central location near attractions and mall. Background The Radisson Blu is widely considered the best hotel in Lusaka. It is centrally located … Continue reading Experience: Radisson Blu Hotel, Lusaka
A review of the Meikles Hotel in Harare, Zimbabwe on the trip The South of Africa Tour. Highlights Historic landmark of the city. Centrally located overlooking the African Unity Square. Lavish rooms and interiors. Gourmet meals and cocktails. Frequented by dignitaries and heads of state. Background This year the 5-star Meikles Hotel celebrates its centennial. … Continue reading Experience: Meikles Hotel, Zimbabwe
Exploring tourist town of Victoria Falls and Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe on the South of Africa tour. After visiting Victoria Falls, I went with my guide Kenny to explore some other sights of the town. Victoria Falls Victoria Falls is a small tourist town with a population of 30,000 to 40,000. Started in 190, … Continue reading Victoria Falls and Harare, Zimbabwe
Exploring Victoria Falls from both Zambia and Zimbabwe on The South of Africa Tour where I visit 13 new countries. From which country should you visit Victoria Falls? Zimbabwe, Zambia, or both? I had this common question and found no clear answer, so I decided to visit the falls from both countries. Victoria Falls was … Continue reading Victoria Falls from Zambia and Zimbabwe
A review of the The River Club in Livingstone, Zambia on the trip The South of Africa Tour. Highlights Spectacular views over Zambezi National Park. Personal and intimate club atmosphere. Eco-lux suites overlooking the river. Exclusive events and safari packages. Background The River Club is a 5-star award winning lodge which was voted one of … Continue reading Experience: The River Club, Zambia
Planning an itinerary to visit Grenada, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Dominica, Ecuador, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, and Trinidad and Tobago. Spring has arrived and the time has come for me to hit the road. The year is quickly passing and I have countries to visit! I’m celebrating the warm weather with a trip to the … Continue reading Trip Plan: Carib Isles, Latin Miles
Passing through Livingstone, Zambia and taking a Zambezi river cruise on The South of Africa Tour where I visit 13 new countries. Named after the famous British explorer, David Livingstone, the town is the center of tourism for Zambia due to the Victoria Falls and safari options. This small city is rapidly developing as tourism … Continue reading Livingstone and the Great Zambezi