How to Pack for Safari Carry-On Only: pack light (free packing list)

Five years ago, we traveled on what we expected to be THE trip of a lifetime – an African Safari in Southern Africa! But safaris are addictive so, with retirement and a big birthday to celebrate, we decided to splurge on a second trip. We contacted Rhino Africa again, decided on an itinerary in East … Continue reading How to Pack for Safari Carry-On Only: pack light (free packing list)

Practical Guide to the Best Binoculars and Gear for an African Photo Safari

An African safari adventure presents the ultimate packing challenge. This bucket list trip is a big investment in time and money. You will likely be on long overseas flights where you'll want entertainment and comfort items, and short flights on bush planes where your luggage weight and size is severely restricted. And there are no … Continue reading Practical Guide to the Best Binoculars and Gear for an African Photo Safari

What to Pack: Egypt & Jordan, a complete guide (free packing list)

Traveling to Egypt or Jordan is a dream for many. Seeing the pyramids - the only Wonder of the Ancient World still standing - Cruising the Nile - Exploring the incredible, multicultural city of Cairo. There's so much culture and history to absorb. Then, if you're lucky, you visit the Kingdom of Jordan where you … Continue reading What to Pack: Egypt & Jordan, a complete guide (free packing list)

Safari Planning: How to Choose the Right African Safari Tour Company

For the last six year, Rhino Africa has won the World Travel Award winner for Africa's Leading Safari Company (2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 & 2018) This is great validation for what we already knew based on our experience planning a safari in Africa in 2014. Choosing the best African safari tour company can make … Continue reading Safari Planning: How to Choose the Right African Safari Tour Company

Discover Istanbul on a Foodies Tour

Istanbul had been on our radar for a long time. We were fascinated with the history and culture of this cosmopolitan city. We lined up some great tours of the Istanbul landmarks, but wanted something unusual for our free evening  - something that would take us away from the tourist scene and show us a … Continue reading Discover Istanbul on a Foodies Tour

A Day at a Luxury Safari Camp in South Africa: Londolozi

An African Safari is a dream for most travelers, but what is it really like to be on safari? What can you expect on a typical day on safari? We had an incredible three weeks in Africa, ending at Londolozi Safari Lodge, one of the premiere luxury safari camps in South Africa. Londolozi is on … Continue reading A Day at a Luxury Safari Camp in South Africa: Londolozi

Complete Guide to Packing for an African Safari

Trunks are packed but not yet zipped. 🙂 We've laid out our safari clothes, removed all but the essential and STILL have too much to fit into a small duffel. The issue is that we're heading to safari camps as well as the cosmopolitan city of Cape Town in South Africa. The nights will be … Continue reading Complete Guide to Packing for an African Safari