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Entries from April 2009

In Kenya, responsible tourism organization delivered superb safari experience

April 27th, 2009 · 1 Comment

Article and photos by Josette King
I was recently in Kenya, where Gamewatchers Safaris combined superb game-watching opportunities in some of the most sought-after parks of East Africa with exemplary responsible tourism practices to deliver an outstanding safari experience.
Kenya is a country whose very name has long been synonymous with safari for seasoned and armchair travelers [...]

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Tags: Accomodations · Ecotourism · New Articles

Listen to John Jackson, manager and executive chef, Royal Malewane

April 20th, 2009 · 1 Comment

During a visit to Royal Malewane in South Africa late last year, Elena del Valle had an opportunity to chat with John Jackson, manager and executive chef at the luxury safari property within the Thornybush Reserve near the famous Kruger National Park.  She and Gary enjoyed their stay at the celebrity friendly reserve and [...]

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Tags: Audio · Ecotourism

Day sailing offers fun way to experience historic small Down East seaport

April 13th, 2009 · No Comments

Article and photos by Josette King

In New England parlance, Down East refers to the northern coast Maine from the Penobscot Bay to the Canadian border, an area famous for its rocky shore festooned with countless harbors and inlets, and for some of the best waters for sailing and boating. Located on the western shore of [...]

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Tags: Ecotourism

Cape Town Asian fusion restaurant blends East, West

April 6th, 2009 · 1 Comment

Article by Elena del Valle and photos by Gary Cox
Nestled within the Vineyard Hotel and Spa grounds in a pleasant residential neighborhood on the outskirts of Cape Town, Myoga (60 Colinton Road, Newlands, Myoga.co.za, +27 21 657 4545) offered tasty Asian fusion dishes in a pretty garden side setting. An open kitchen design allowed us [...]

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Tags: Restaurants and Food