What you need to know about Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park

Would you visit the Kgalagadi (Kalahari), a wild and parched park in Southern Africa? Even various desert tribes such as the Khoi and Nama struggled to survive in this unforgiving land.

Augrabies will thunder into your heart but will you surrender?

Let me take you on a journey to a far away place. This place is a land of contrasts. A rugged land, a hushed pulsating world with a sun that beats ruthlessly on you.

South AfricaRoaming Fox2 August 2018explore, game parks, kgalagadi, kalahari, augrabies, local, national park, off road, overland, parks, rocks, view, waterfall, 4x4, SANPARKS Comments

How to choose one ultimate thing to do at Victoria Falls

How do you choose what to do at Victoria Falls?

It’s not easy, because there is plenty to do, but certain factors might just play a role such as budget, time restraint or just plain stupidity to do them. A list of must-do things to choose from.

AfricaRoaming Fox20 July 2018victoria fallsexplore, getaway, weekend breaks, sunset, trip, wild animals, weekend getaways, zimbabwe, adventure, waterfall, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe Comments

Why I was disillusioned in the Maldives

So many holidaymakers have waxed lyrical about the Maldives. Question is, will I?

Hanging on by the seat of your pants on the zipline

Trailblazing our way through tree canopies, gullies and gorges on a zipline adventure

South AfricaRoaming Fox28 June 2018zipline, adventure, adrenalin junkie, weekend getaways, weekend breaks, South AfricaComment

Bitten by the Moz bug - Mozambique holidays are the best

Inhambane is approximately 500 km north up the coast. It was another destination we could pounce on. This sounded like an adventure, one we could tackle.

Africa, Beach and island holidaysRoaming Fox21 June 2018Africa, beach holiday, Holiday, Indian ocean, diving, mozambique, SCUBA, swimming, explore, Mozambique Comments

True confessions of a Liveaboard, it's no lazy life

It is most diver’s dream to dive in the Red Sea. It is one of the top places to dive in the world and is known to steal the heart of most divers.

International travel, AfricaRoaming Fox14 June 2018diving, desert, liveaboard, hike, PADI, red sea, pyramids, Egypt, Africa Comments

Delirious romps and overindulgence of inspirational gardens

In 2006 we travelled to London and spent a few weeks there. Fortunately it coincided with the RHS Flower show. I was thrilled to be able to buy tickets and submerse myself in the gardens.

International travelRoaming Fox7 June 2018Chelsea and Westminster Hospitalgardens, shows, chelsea flower show, flowers, plants, exhibits, show gardens, floral designs, London, UK Comments

Ramadan in Dubai – epic fail or nailed it?

Some facts and fables about Dubai, Ramadan and how tourists cope in the heat.

International travelRoaming Fox25 May 2018culture, history, heritage, fountains, museum, craftsmen, architecture, shopping, creek, desert, metro, UAE, Dubai Comments

How to behave like loony tourists in a leading global city

Roaming the streets of London, exploring the home of British monarchs…and a few million expats

How to be a first-rate curious Muppie tourist (or not)

“You did what? Weren’t you scared? Are you crazy?!” How to run the gauntlet in South Africa and other random tourist stuff.

South AfricaRoaming Fox10 May 2018tourist, tour, highlights, braai, market, culture, culture shock, local, city, breakfast, sundowners, view, hike, caves, taxi, minibus, cradle of humankind, sunset, street entertainment, restaurant, meat, shopping, jozi, johannesburg, neighbourgoods, beer, South Africa Comments

Adventures of Gillian Mclaren to exotic destinations

I’m indulging myself once again by interviewing another fascinating person, Gillian Mclaren, Travel and Science writer. Her work has been published in numerous magazines, newspapers and other media.

International travel, AfricaRoaming Fox25 April 2018popupblog, architecture, Africa, culture, camera, dive, destinations, explore, getaway, nature, travel, tradition, adventure, exotic destinations Comments

Adventures in Africa with Cute and Clever Elephants

We were excited to visit Hwange, previously known as Wankee. It would be our first encounter with the wild animals of Zimbabwe.

AfricaRoaming Fox20 April 2018hwange game reserveadventure, animals, bush, explore, elephants, photos, travel, wild animals, 4x4, overland, tour, off road, campsites, camp, game parks, game reserves, zimbabwe, hwange, national park, photoblog, safari, Zimbabwe Comments

Top family friendly campsite in the Magaliesburg (and how to avoid Easter traffic)

Need to get away from the urban jungle of Johannesburg (also known as Jozi) for a night or two?

A – Z Awesome things in Mozambique + 40 photos

My A – Z list of awesome as well as interesting or unique things in Mozambique. Included: Photos from our friends who looked at Mozambique with fresh eyes.

Africa, Beach and island holidaysRoaming Fox27 March 2018adventure, beach, curios, culture, dive, elephants, game reserves, Indian ocean, snorkel, mozambique, nature, ocean, mosquito, resort, sand, swimming, travel, 4x4, photo blog, Mozambique Comments

How to tick all the boxes in Mozambique

The southern tip of Mozambique has just enough tangs of culture to tantalize the taste buds and satisfy your quest for adventure, without you having to go far.

Beach and island holidays, AfricaRoaming Fox23 March 2018adventure, culture, diving, deserted beaches, explore, elephants, resort, fins, fishing, getaway, game reserves, game drives, holiday, Indian ocean, mozambique, nature, snorkel, ocean, boats, coast, tourist, PADI, photos, mosquito, sand, swimming, sunscreen, Mozambique Comments

Dumped but not Trashed in Beautiful Mozambique

June 2002 was the first time I ventured into Mozambique. At the turn of the century, after the civil war ended in 1992, tourism took off again.

Africa, Beach and island holidaysRoaming Fox2 March 2018Africa, camping, dive, beach, explore, resort, getaway, holiday, Indian ocean, mosquito, snorkel, ocean, PADI, mozambique, Mozambique Comments

Wow, Your lens is Gigantic! (& Did you pack the beers?)

With a series of long weekends approaching in South Africa it normally means a mass exodus from major inland cities to supposed better destination. Some of us look for less traffic, sirens and crime and tend to rough it at some resort or campsite.

South AfricaRoaming Fox28 February 2018animals, elephants, game parks, game reserves, nature, wild animals, weekend getaways, game drives, photoblog, safari, South AfricaComment

Barefoot-on-the-beach Expert Island Hoppers for Hire

Expert Beachcombers (At least, we claim to be.) Always looking for paradise….and found it a few times. Are we addicted to island life?

Beach and island holidaysRoaming Fox22 February 2018airport, dive, explore, resort, people, fins, holiday, island, Indian ocean, mask, cocktail, snorkel, ocean, SCUBA, swimming, travel, sunscreen, Seychelles Comments

The Best Bush Camp in the Waterberg

A few years ago I was searching the internet to find a place for us to celebrate mom-in-law’s birthday. I came across a campsite called Matamba Bush Camp in the Waterberg that sounded just right for us but not for that occasion.

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