Belmond’s properties in Africa capture the soul of the continent in three distinct chapters—urban elegance, wild savannah and watery wilderness—all told with the signature heart, heritage and hospitality that define the Belmond brand. At Cape Town’s Belmond Mount Nelson Hotel, guests enter
There are places in the world where time seems to stand still, where nature rules and luxury takes on a new meaning. Miavana by Time + Tide, on the private island of Nosy Ankao off Madagascar’s northeastern coast, is one
Madagascar is emerging as one of the Indian Ocean’s most exciting frontiers for luxury travel, and Time + Tide Tsara Komba leads the way. Set on the volcanic island of Nosy Komba, this intimate 8-suite lodge combines barefoot elegance with
At the northeastern edge of Rwanda, far from the misty gorilla highlands that most visitors imagine first, lies Wilderness Magashi, a haven for safari lovers. This tented camp in Akagera National Park is proof that Rwanda is not only about gorilla
On a misty morning in the Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda, the Virunga volcanoes rise like ancient sentinels above the forest canopy. Tucked high on a crater rim, Wilderness Bisate Reserve feels like a secret—just four villas, cocooned in woven
Few safari destinations in Africa embody the perfect balance of wilderness, luxury and authenticity quite like Chiawa Camp, one of the most celebrated properties in Zambia. Located in the heart of the Lower Zambezi National Park, this family-owned and -operated
Tucked away on a hilltop in the heart of the South Luangwa National Park in Zambia, Chichele Presidential Lodge stands as a rare blend of history, luxury and authentic safari adventure. Originally built in the 1970s for President Kenneth Kaunda—Zambia’s
When planning family travel, we often dream of the perfect getaway that strikes a balance between adventure and relaxation, education and entertainment, comfort and the call of the wild. My recent 10-day tour of Botswana with Sanctuary Retreats was a