Africa
Budget or luxury? Two ways to do a safari, put to the test
Safaris don’t all follow one playbook, which is why you can combine an affordable self-drive package with a splurge at a luxury camp.
- Belinda Jackson
Move over, lions: The surprising African animal that even guides fear
They’ve been known to attack lions, buffaloes, safari vehicles – and the occasional cask of wine.
- Steve Madgwick
The country capturing the imagination of travellers like no other
Tourism is hitting record numbers in this southern Mediterranean nation. Hotels are numerous, food is spectacularly good and prices are pleasingly low.
- Sue Williams
This airport was supposed to be temporary. It’s three years past its use-by date
There’s little to offer beyond the neat structural design at this city’s main international airport. Get in, get moving and get out.
- Andrew Bain
A wild time on the edge of the world’s largest artificial lake
The damming of a river in the ’50s saw thousands of stranded animals relocated to the shorts of Lake Kariba. The descendants are still here.
- Catherine Marshall
The new type of must-do meal on trips don’t involve a restaurant
A home-style meal offering on tours is becoming hugely popular with Australian travellers. And it’s no surprise why.
- Sue Williams
Twenty-five reasons Africa should be your ‘right now’ destination, not ‘one day’
With bookings on the rise, Africa is one of the most aspirational destinations.
- Catherine Marshall
The history of this tasty dish is the history of humanity
This national dish’s name means “grilled meat” and that’s exactly what it is, but its origins are so old no one really knows when it was created.
- Ben Groundwater
Hiking Africa’s second-highest mountain beats Mount Kilimanjaro
“Most people come to do the Roof of Africa – that’s Kili – and that’s why it’s popular, but it’s not as scenic,” says our guide.
- Andrew Bain
Long an Aussie favourite, this African city is in for a big year
With more routes from Australia and the launch of new international and design-led hotels, all eyes are on Cape Town.
- Julietta Jameson