Victoria Falls – the destination!

Victoria Falls is a small tourist town in Zimbabwe situated only one kilometre from the mighty Victoria Falls waterfall. Of course, the waterfall itself is a huge drawcard- a world wonder, UNESCO heritage site and the world’s largest waterfall certainly is quite...

Our picks for the best value safari lodges!

For many people, an African safari is the trip of a lifetime. The costs can be high, either eliminating a dream trip for many or cutting it short for others. This doesn’t have to be the case, however. Southern Africa has a wide range of...

Michelle’s VFAPU walk with Charles Brightman

In every walk with nature, one receives far more than he seeks This was said by John Muir in 1888.  He was known as the  “Father of the Mountains and was the great mind behind the concept of today’s National Parks and sanctuaries. He was a naturalist,...

The Timeless romance of Rail Travel

There’s a certain magic to rail travel that can’t be found on a plane or on a vehicle. A voyage on a luxury train manages to combine adventure with total relaxation. The soothing rhythm of a steam engine, the timeless elegance of parquet flooring, plush...