Living Desert
September 5, 2008 | Written by Sarit Reizin
In a seemingly dead place, barren of any signs of life, only by reading the “Bushman’s newspaper” - tracks in the sand, he found them all and then showed to us on an outstretched hand.
I’ve learned to appreciate a good guide. One who seems more like a magician when he practices his craft - conjuring unearthly views or rare animals only by asking me to close my eyes for twenty seconds, or... [Read more]
Cheetah Chaterbox
September 3, 2008 | Written by Sarit Reizin
If you ever scratched behind a cat’s ear and heard it purr, you know how hypnotizing and sweet this faint tractor-like sound is. Now keeping that in mind, try to imagine what a purring cheetah sounds like.
Namibian farmers’ rights are far better protected then Namibia’s cheetahs. Many are killed when a farmer’s physical and/or financial well-being is claimed to be at stake. On the bright side,... [Read more]
Guerrillas in the Mist
August 31, 2008 | Written by Cindy Lou Dale
I crawled like a leopard after the still clenched fist ahead of me and received the signal to rise slowly to my knees. As I began to lift myself up, a copper collared snake slithered across my splayed hands. I stifled a scream by sinking my teeth into the quilted collar of my jacket.
At the prospect of being educated by African game rangers in a tropical rain forest, with the added promise of an experience I would... [Read more]
Great White Diving
August 30, 2008 | Written by Sarit Reizin
A rough boat ride from South Africa’s town of Kleinbaai brought me into stormy open sea next to a small island with a fur seal colony. Crammed into a steel cage like sardines in a can with a few other brave souls, I submerged to see great white sharks.
To my surprise, I wasn’t scared when the first shark showed up. There was no “TA-NA-NA-NA, TA-NA-NA-NA” playing in my head, nor was there... [Read more]
Camping in Tanzania and Kenya
August 29, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
A typical day on our camping safari was a wake-up call at 5am - not that we really needed the cheery “Good morning, Africa’s calling” from our leader, as the sounds of Africa rang all around us in squawking harmony and heralded the exciting day ahead.
Within no time we had packed our tents and eaten breakfast, and then the flapping would begin! You learn quickly that as much as putting up your... [Read more]
Go Walkabout Africa
August 21, 2008 | Written by Sarit Reizin
The first one to discourage me from going to Africa was Korney Chukovsky. His quirky Soviet whimsy warned little children, by way of a nursery rhyme, about its mean sharks, gorillas, and crocs whose main objective was to beat and bite them. Only Barmaley, a fat, bloodthirsty bandit was worse, and he too was roaming the treacherous continent, ready to catch, fry, and eat any stray toddlers.
Fear is a simple and efficient... [Read more]
Close Encounters with Tanzanian Treasures
June 30, 2008 | Written by Carolyn Bonello
It’s midnight. A relatively peaceful night so far. As I turn over sleepily, absent-mindedly rolling out of my safe perimeter of flimsy mosquito net (supposedly protecting me from the dreaded tsi tsi fly), the silence is interrupted by a knock. Someone at the door? Who could possibly need me at this hour? Plus, nobody knows me here at Seronera Wildlife Lodge. I drag myself to the large window and peer out – there he... [Read more]
Americans Choose Tanzania
June 3, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
AMERICAN VISITORS NOW #1 MARKET FOR TANZANIA WORLDWIDE
For the first time ever, American visitors represent the largest single tourism market for Tanzania, attracting a record high of 58,379 in 2007. Taking over from the traditional place held by the UK market, the number is even greater when the US is combined with Canada (North America), 83,930 in 2007. Supporting this growth of tourism from North America to mainland... [Read more]
Honeymoon in Marrakech
June 1, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
OCTOGONE TERRE RESORT & SPA’S ULTIMATE HONEYMOON PACKAGE CREATES THE PERFECT MOROCCAN FAIRYTALE
Take A Magic Carpet Ride For Two With Luxury Accommodations, Hot Air Balloon Flight, 4×4 Mountain Trek, Private Romantic Dining With Fireworks, And Much More!
Octogone Hotel’s TERRE Resort & Spa, a 5-star resort in the Palmeraie Desert of Marrakech — named one of “Morocco’s... [Read more]
Go Wild CC Africa
May 22, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Three Great Offers for Free Nights and Free Flights
New York, NY - May 22, 2008: CC Africa introduces three new package deals to South Africa, Zimbabwe, Botswana and Kenya.
The Fabulous Five:
Between May 1 and September 30, 2008, travelers can pay for four nights and stay for five when they book The Fabulous Five package, which combines a stay at Matetsi Water Lodge at Victoria Falls with any of the... [Read more]
Cameroon Basics
April 23, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
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Cameroon is located in West Africa. It borders Nigeria to the west, Chad to the northeast, the Central African Republic to the east and Equatorial Guinea, Gabon, and the Republic of the Congo to the south.
While Cameroon is not the largest country in Africa, in some ways it’s as large... [Read more]
Responsible Luxury Summit
April 21, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
New York, NY - April 21, 2008: Tuesday, 15 April 2008, was a banner day for CC Africa, with the holding of its inaugural Responsible Luxury Summit at New York’s new Times Center, posing the question: “Can Luxury Travel be Responsible Travel?”
As a world leader in the art of combining luxury hospitality, conservation and social responsibility, CC Africa (Conservation Corporation Africa) called together... [Read more]
Tanzania National Parks
April 20, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
CONSERVATION, CONSERVATION, CONSERVATION
Tanzania Continues to Expand its National Parks Close to 30% of Land Protected
“In all of the wildlife countries, Tanzania has the greatest percentage of protected land,” said Peter Mwenguo, Managing Director, Tanzania Tourist Board (TTB). “Close to 30% of our land is dedicated to the preservation of wildlife, flora and fauna.” With the addition... [Read more]
New Southern Africa Expeditions
April 12, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
INTERNATIONAL EXPEDITIONS ANNOUNCES NEW “INVENTING SOUTHERN AFRICA” DESK: CUSTOM TRAVEL OPTION ALLOWS MAXIMUM FLEXIBILITY
“Best of Southern Africa” Small Group Departures; Personalized Pre and Post Programs Available
From the Garden Route to the Okavango Delta and Victoria Falls, International Expeditions’ new Inventing Southern Africa... [Read more]
Phinda Mountain Lodge Makeover
March 19, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Go Tell it on a Mountain!
Conservation Corporation Africa’s (CC Africa) Phinda Mountain Lodge has completed a comprehensive makeover of its suites, main lodge, pool and terraces. “The grand old lady of CC Africa is looking too beautiful,” says Marketing Director Nicky Fitzgerald, “and the millions invested into Phinda Mountain... [Read more]
New Tunisia Adventure
March 18, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Our 30th Anniversary gift to you: Deduct $300 per person from October-December departures Reserve by 4/30/08
I’m excited to invite you to experience Tunisia’s wonders on our newest small group adventure in North Africa: Tunisia: From the Mediterranean to the Sahara. Our small group of no more than 10-16 travelers allows us to explore unobtrusively for the most intimate view. We’ll... [Read more]
Interviewing Kenya (video podcast)
March 17, 2008 | Written by Wayfarer Digital
What I remember most about when asking Mary to agree to this interview, was her smile — she has a great one. Mary is also a little camera shy. So our lovely and beguiling Eileen kept it to the basics. The good news it that we finally have a little more on the people and wildlife in Kenya.
Like all our videos quicktime 7.0 or better is required for viewing. This video is also added to iTunes and expect YouTube... [Read more]
Tanzania Inaugurates Sports Stadium
March 11, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
TANZANIA INAUGURATES NEW $56 MILLION DOLLAR STATE-OF-THE-ART SPORTS STADIUM IN DAR ES SALAAM
Focus on Sports Tourism with 2010 Soccer World Cup in Africa
The completion of an ultra-modern, 60,000 capacity sports stadium in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, part of a new national sports complex, is expected to usher in an exciting and successful... [Read more]
Massive Expansion in Botswana
March 10, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
CC Africa is doubling its capacity and offerings in Botswana in the coming months,” says Steve Fitzgerald, CEO of Conservation Corporation Africa (CC Africa). “The game viewing in Botswana is among the finest in Southern Africa, and the diversity of products we are introducing this year will provide a litany of new choices to the traveler in search of... [Read more]
Mt. Kilimanjaro Top “Exotic Adventure”
February 12, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
(January 30, 2008 - New York, NY) … USA Today, the national newspaper with a circulation of over 3,000,000, released its prestigious list of the Hottest Travel Trends for 2008 on January 11, 2008. Tanzania’s famed Mt. Kilimanjaro sweeps the newspaper’s “Exotic Adventures” category. This highly competitive list was compiled with extensive input from travel experts.
“I’m... [Read more]
Ballooning over Kenya
January 28, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
New York, NY - January 25, 2008: - “CC Africa has brought hot air ballooning to Tanzania’s Eastern Serengeti”, says Nicky Fitzgerald, Director of Marketing of Africa’s foremost purveyor of sustainable luxury safaris. “This will enable guests... [Read more]
St. Regis in Cairo
January 2, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
St. Regis, Cairo will Offer Superior Design and Unparalleled Service in the Heart of Africa’s Largest City
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced the introduction of its renowned St. Regis brand to Africa, with plans to debut a new property in 2011 in the heart of downtown Cairo. The St. Regis, Cairo... [Read more]
Save on Tanzania Safaris
December 23, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Book By December 31 to Experience One of the Greatest Wildlife Spectacles on Earth
International Expeditions, the world leader in nature travel, announces special $400 per person savings ($800 per couple) on its March 8, 11 and 14, 2008 11-day Tanzania Migration Safaris. A remarkable event long celebrated in books, photographs, and films, the... [Read more]
Tips from Boundless Journeys in Africa
December 3, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
1. Incomparable Experience.
Boundless Journeys has a reputation for offering The World’s Great Adventures. From the hidden corners of the Kingdom of Bhutan, to the great plains of the Serengeti, our staff has traveled the globe discovering memorable destinations, phenomenal guides, and unique experiences.
2. A Chance to Give Back.
Our July 14-23, 2008 Migration... [Read more]
Ethiopia Travel Information
November 24, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Land
Ethiopia covers an area more than the size of France and Spain combined, and nearly twice the size of Texas. About 65 per cent of the land is arable, with 15 per cent presently cultivated.
Climate
There are two seasons: the dry season prevails from October through May; the wet season runs from June to September.
Topography
Ethiopia has... [Read more]
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