Africa
Seven things you must see at the world’s largest archaeological museum
After years of delays, the Grand Egyptian Museum is officially opening next month. Here are seven highlights among its many wonders.
- Andrew Bain
- Opinion
- Adventure holidays
A stare-off with a wild elephant taught me a valuable lesson
At this point I think, he’ll move away now, once he realises we’re blocking his path. He doesn’t. He keeps on coming.
- Lee Tulloch
On the trip of a lifetime, I left my camera behind. I don’t regret it
I used to witness the world’s great wildlife destinations through a viewfinder. Then this one changed me.
- Julietta Jameson
One of the world’s best travel experiences is back in fashion
A Nile River cruise is one of the world’s best travel experiences, not just for its incredible temples and tombs, but for the marvellous riverine and desert scenery.
- Brian Johnston
- ★★★★★
- Hotel reviews
The knock-out stay that will ruin all future safaris
From the wreck of a tsunami, one of Botswana’s most prestigious camps was born.
- Justin Meneguzzi
I hate dung and donkeys. Then I discovered the world’s best farm visit
A 330-year-old farm in Cape Town’s winelands has become South Africa’s latest tourist attraction, and it’s brilliant.
- Brian Johnston
- ★★★★
- Airline reviews
Paying $50 to choose my seat on this Qantas A380 was money well spent
Although I’m surprised at having to pay up to choose my seat, the space on a superjumbo remains unsurpassed.
- Julietta Jameson
The 25 bucket-list highlights of Africa
Traditionally unloved, Africa is on the brink of a new age of tourism.
- Catherine Marshall
The truth behind the location of one of Hollywood’s greatest films
It’s considered one of the greatest films ever made, but its iconic location has long struggled to live up to visitor expectations.
- Anthony Dennis
- ★★★★½
- Hotel reviews
When check-in is accompanied by a lion’s roar
The Selinda Explorers Camp site was hand-picked by seasoned wildlife documentary makers.
- Justin Meneguzzi
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