Author Archives: Nicola Russell
Dec 26th, 2011
Nicola Russell
Located on the banks of the beautiful Zambezi River, in the heart of the Lower Zambezi National Park is Sausage Tree camp.
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Dec 25th, 2011
Nicola Russell
Whilst a luxury African safari vacation can tick many boxes for most travellers it is none more so than for the photographer - both professional and keen amateur Africa is the perfect location in which to indulge themselves with an array of photographic opportunities.
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Dec 24th, 2011
Nicola Russell
If you have already been to the Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Crater and you have understandably fallen in love with Tanzania then you might like to visit the Selous and Ruaha National Parks. These parks are situated in southern Tanzania and they offer the luxury of vast unexplored areas in which to game drive in complete privacy.
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Dec 23rd, 2011
Nicola Russell
Mowani Mountain camp sits between the Ugab and the Huab Rivers in southern Damaraland.
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Dec 19th, 2011
Nicola Russell
Wolwedans Dune Lodge is nestled into the dunes and is set against a backdrop of extraordinary natural beauty, perfect for your African holiday.
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Dec 16th, 2011
Nicola Russell
Just a brief light aircraft flight from Johannesburg is the game rich and Malaria free Madikwe Game Reserve perfect for a few nights on safari whilst in South Africa.
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Dec 8th, 2011
Nicola Russell
The Chobe National Park covers an area of over 10,000 square kilometres of some of the richest wildlife habitats and it is one of the biggest national park in Botswana after the Central Kalahari Game Reserve.
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Dec 7th, 2011
Nicola Russell
The Serengeti National Park of Tanzania is one of the most famous safari locations in the World as it is annually stages an amazing wildlife event known as the Great Migration.
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Dec 4th, 2011
Nicola Russell
A Botswana safari combined with Zambia works perfectly as a luxury safari holiday. This safari vacation combination compliments well for a superb luxury safari in Southern Africa.
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Dec 3rd, 2011
Nicola Russell
The Kikuyu, the largest of Kenya's tribes, believe the Aberdare Mountains are the home of their God, Ngai and with altitudes ranging between 7,000ft and an amazing 14,000ft the Aberdare National Park has several beautifully mystical waterfalls.
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Dec 3rd, 2011
Nicola Russell
Children in the West have access to all manner of comforts, electronic gadgets and privileges that it would be easy to forget that in so many areas of the World the most basic rights and amenities are not present - regular meals, clean water, shelter, a childhood safe within a family.
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Dec 2nd, 2011
Nicola Russell
Enjoying an Africa safari trip is a dream that many people share, and some are lucky enough to make their dream a reality! If you are thinking of planning an Africa safari trip, then you will need to consider the style of trip that you are after.
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Dec 1st, 2011
Nicola Russell
A family safari in Africa is a fabulous way to engage a young child's mind, teach older children about nature and that the world is their oyster, and to spend quality time with teenagers before they fly the nest.
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Nov 26th, 2011
Nicola Russell
With the World Cup now come and gone, I think few people - South Africans included - understood the full implications of what an event of this size meant to the country - and the brand "South Africa". In the months preceding the World Cup, South Africa was largely a building site, and any reference to the event was to do with high pricing and logistical complications.
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Nov 24th, 2011
Nicola Russell
Located in the beautiful Paarl Valley of the Western Cape, The Grande Roche Hotel is the perfect base after your luxury safari from which to explore the spectacular Cape Peninsula in South Africa
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Nov 23rd, 2011
Nicola Russell
Located in Green Point, known as the artistic area of Cape Town, The Cape Royale Luxury Cape Town Hotel and Residence enjoys panoramic views over the city and the Atlantic Ocean.
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Nov 21st, 2011
Nicola Russell
Over 20 million years ago, significant plate movement beneath the earth's crust caused the area now known as the Rift Valley to tear itself apart and create a rift thousands of kilometres long bisecting Kenya and characterising the country with uninhabitable desert regions, fertile farmland, flat rolling plains and steep escarpments.
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Nov 19th, 2011
Nicola Russell
The creation of your luxury African safari holiday is the unique product of a very personal partnership between us, Opulent Africa and you, the traveller.
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Nov 19th, 2011
Nicola Russell
Nkwali Camp is a luxury safari camp situated on a private concession, overlooking the South Luangwa National Park. The safari camp itself has just six bamboo chalets constructed on stone floors with thatched roofs, the front of which are open in the day commanding superb views of the slow moving river and its inhabitants.
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Nov 18th, 2011
Nicola Russell
Whilst a luxury African safari vacation can tick many boxes for most travellers it is none more so than for the photographer - both professional and keen amateur Africa is the perfect location in which to indulge themselves with an array of photographic opportunities.
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Nov 16th, 2011
Nicola Russell
A Botswana safari combined with Zambia works perfectly as a luxury safari holiday. This safari vacation combination compliments well for a superb luxury safari in Southern Africa.
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Nov 16th, 2011
Nicola Russell
In 2010 South Africa took centre stage before the whole World when it successfully hosted the Soccer World Cup. The event opened a window on to this vast country that many had not even considered opening before.
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Nov 14th, 2011
Nicola Russell
There has been a huge swell of interest in gorilla safari vacations in recent years and in particular the mountain gorillas of Rwanda and Uganda. With current stability in both countries combined with the existence of experienced, first class companies operating the tours, luxury safari lodges, guides and trackers there has never been a better time to visit.
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Nov 13th, 2011
Nicola Russell
For travellers who enjoy a more exclusive and remote safari experience in a true wilderness setting the Selous and Ruaha National Parks of southern Tanzania will not disappoint.
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Nov 12th, 2011
Nicola Russell
A safari holiday for the family with infants to teenagers who love nature and wildlife.
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Nov 11th, 2011
Nicola Russell
The Okavango Delta is one of last totally unspoilt wildlife areas in Africa and the resulting wildlife makes for superb game viewing. This has made Botswana one of the best choices of safari holiday destination.
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Nov 10th, 2011
Nicola Russell
Namibia's Skeleton Coast is located in one of the planet's most beautiful yet most harsh terrains.
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Nov 9th, 2011
Nicola Russell
After less than an hours' drive out of Cape Town you will find yourself winding your way through the mountain valleys of one of the most famous wineland areas in the world, the Cape winelands. Which include the well know locations of Stellenbosch, Paarl, Wellington and Franschhoek.
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Nov 8th, 2011
Nicola Russell
Chief's Camp in a luxury safari camp which lies in the Mombo Concession in the world-renowned Moremi Game Reserve in Beautiful Botswana. Just perfect for an unforgettable safari in Africa.
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Nov 7th, 2011
Nicola Russell
For all boys aged from five to 85 the idea of an African Safari would be the pinnacle of male activity holidays. Man and nature, camping in the wilderness with a whiff of danger - together with other associated whiffs!
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Nov 6th, 2011
Nicola Russell
A Safari in South Africa is an eclectic trip that can include heading out on safari from a very comfortable safari lodge or camp perhaps in the Kruger, Madikwe or Kwandwe safari locations, after spotting the big five and enjoying evenings around the camp fire exchanging stories you might like to head to Cape Town for a few nights of cosmopolitan dinning, a trip up Table Mountain, a boat trip.
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Nov 6th, 2011
Nicola Russell
In southern Kenya, the Nguruman Escarpment forms the western wall of the mighty Great Rift Valley and extends to the northwestern corner of Lake Natron. The spectacular scenery and varied landscapes owe their existence to the volcanic movement of the rift valley.
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Nov 5th, 2011
Nicola Russell
Children in the West have access to all manner of comforts, electronic gadgets and privileges that it would be easy to forget that in so many areas of the World the most basic rights and amenities are not present - regular meals, clean water, shelter, a childhood safe within a family.
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Nov 5th, 2011
Nicola Russell
Except for the lucky few an African safari vacation could be a brand new destination, a once in a life time luxury safari experience or perhaps the first time venturing out of their comfort zone away from home ready for adventure as a change from their usual holiday destination environment.
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Nov 4th, 2011
Nicola Russell
If you're thinking of South Africa safaris for luxury at Christmas then read on. Or call us to discuss other countries enjoy the fesitivies laid on in a luxury safari camp in the depths of the African bush!
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Nov 3rd, 2011
Nicola Russell
The Kafue National Park is similar in size to Wales, and is the largest park in Zambia.
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Nov 3rd, 2011
Nicola Russell
Except for the lucky few an African safari vacation could be a brand new destination, a once in a life time luxury safari experience or perhaps the first time venturing out of their comfort zone away from home ready for adventure as a change from their usual holiday destination environment.
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Nov 2nd, 2011
Nicola Russell
The Cape Grace is one of South Africa's finest hotels. Sitting on it's own private quay the hotel has the appearance of an old Waterfront building.
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Nov 1st, 2011
Nicola Russell
As a keen wildlife photographer or twitcher African holidays must be right up there as the ultimate number one in the wish list of activity holidays in which to indulge your hobby or particular passion.
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Oct 28th, 2011
Nicola Russell
The Madikwe Game Reserve is an ideal destination for families wanting to experience a first class luxury safari. This game rich reserve also has the added advantage of being malaria free - a great plus point for many parents considering an African safari holiday with young children.
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Oct 28th, 2011
Nicola Russell
A family safari in Africa is a fabulous way to engage a young child's mind, teach older children about nature and that the world is their oyster, and to spend quality time with teenagers before they fly the nest.
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Oct 26th, 2011
Nicola Russell
Saruni is a luxury safari lodge just outside the famous Masai Mara National Reserve offering the thrill of a real African adventure coupled with the highest standards of style and comfort.
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Oct 24th, 2011
Nicola Russell
The Great Rift Valley is one of Africa's most iconic and spectacular geological features.
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Oct 21st, 2011
Nicola Russell
The Masai Mara had some heavy rain up until the end of the month then the weather dried out and we had a week of glorious weather.
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Oct 18th, 2011
Nicola Russell
It sometimes feels as though we are bombarded with choice when it comes to holidays at home and abroad. With a seemingly endless selection of vacations, all with pros and cons (and many with clever marketing strategies), it can be difficult to decide which is most suitable for our individual needs.
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Oct 15th, 2011
Nicola Russell
In Swahili the word "safari" means journey and there can be no more of a life changing experience - a journey if you like - than spending time on an African safari vacation. Stretch that thought further and think of travelling without your normal cushion of family or life partner and this can feel like stepping WAY out of your normal comfort zone.
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Oct 14th, 2011
Nicola Russell
A Botswana safari holiday consists of secluded pristine wilderness with abundant and varied habitats just waiting to be explored either by game vehicle, whilst out on safari walks, by boat along the winding waterways or Mekoro (a traditional style canoe), by horse back or on the shoudlers of a majestic elephant.
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Oct 12th, 2011
Nicola Russell
The initial planning opener for the perfect African luxury safari is most likely to be within a fixed pre-determined time frame such as personal dates for example vacation dates from work, school holidays or perhaps to celebrate a special occasion such as a honeymoon or milestone birthday.
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Oct 11th, 2011
Nicola Russell
For the traveller that is not against relaxing on a beach but sometimes wants a vacation with a little more exhilaration involved for their holidays Africa may be just the answer. With planning and preparation your precious two weeks away from work can incorporate both relaxation and adventure. As a destination for a luxury safari holiday Africa can achieve both these facets within the same trip.
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Oct 9th, 2011
Nicola Russell
Kirurumu Serengeti camp is a luxury mobile camp that shadows the movements of the infamous migration of literally millions of wildebeest and zebra across the Serengeti plains.
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Oct 8th, 2011
Nicola Russell
Along the southern cape coast of South Africa there is an exceptional scenic route known as the Garden Route. From cosmopolitan Cape Town at the western end all the way to Port Elizabeth in the east this is a voyage of discovery dotted with small towns, scenic views, wildlife nature reserves and welcoming boutique hotels and guest houses.
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Oct 7th, 2011
Nicola Russell
When booking a luxury safari holiday a good specialist tour operator will be on hand to guide the traveller every step of the way by doing all the complex preparation and logistical work.
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