Make it count: The family holiday teenagers will never forget
The teenage years. A whirlwind of sports fixtures, social lives, exams, and the ever-present pull of screens. If you’re anything like us, you’re probably wondering how time has flown by so fast. One moment, [...]
Secrets to planning the perfect family safari
Going on safari in Africa is always an incredible experience, but sharing this magical continent with your children offers a whole new level of adventure. It’s exhilarating, fun, and gives you the opportunity to [...]
The ultimate insider’s guide to Cape Town and the winelands with kids
From raising and entertaining children in Cape Town for the past 12 years (and counting!), I’ve come to know the city and the winelands very well—especially when it comes to family activities. From farmyards to [...]
Where to go when: Our top picks in Africa and the Indian Ocean by month
With each month offering something special in Africa, knowing the best places to visit when can make all the difference when planning your trip. In this guide, we’ll share our top picks for each month, [...]
8 Unique wildlife experiences in Africa children love
Africa is, of course, well known for safaris and the opportunity of spotting the Big 5 from a safari vehicle. From our experience however, it’s often memories of the unique, hands-on, closer encounters with wildlife [...]
Our best family self-drive routes in Southern Africa
There’s a special kind of freedom that comes with a road trip: the ability to travel at your own pace, stop for impromptu photo ops, chat to locals and veer off the beaten path [...]
