Beautiful views and tropical bliss in delicious Mauritius

For many people the tropical island of Mauritius off the east coast of Africa conjures up images of swaying palm trees, crystal-clear turquoise seas and couples walking hand-in-hand across pale golden beaches but in reality, it also offers a lot more to visitors.

‘Sweatbox’ borrows from long tradition

By Emanuella Grinberg CNN (CNN) — The people who died Thursday at a spiritual resort in Arizona had spent time in a “sweatbox” similar to what native-Americans and other cultures have used for prayer and purification rituals throughout history. And those who use them say they can be dangerous if care is not taken. From Scandinavia to South America to Africa, people have come together in the sauna-like structures — typically heated by pouring water on hot lava rocks — for various reasons,

Luxury Lodges in Africa

With over 120 luxury lodges in Africa we can’t review every one, but we can reveal some of our favourite five star lodges. The superb Bushman’s Kloof Wilderness Reserve and Retreat affords luxurious private suites set in an immaculate Dutch-style homestead, the centrepiece of an unspoilt wildlife sanctuary. Home to numerous endangered species, the reserve is renowned for over 130 San Bushman Rock Art sites. Take a refreshing swim in the pool after a day of touring the park, canoeing or mounta

Double up on Some Health With a Safari Holiday

Folk across the planet have been going to the south of Africa to go on one of the most amazing holidays available to the holiday maker. Safari holidays have slowly started to become one of the most popular vacations available.So why are people wanting to get these new holiday experiences? Well the best way to keep fit is to do some exercise and what better way to do exercise you will enjoy than doing it on holiday. These holidays offer the tourist a chance to explore the hot plains of Afr

Fourth Night Free at the Sheraton Addis: African Elegance in Ethiopia

On business in Addis Ababa? Check into the Sheraton Addis , the finest hotel in the Ethiopian capital, and you’ll get a fourth night for free (for arrivals Wednesday-Saturday). The first hotel in Africa to join Starwood’s Luxury Collection , the Sheraton Addis is situated on a hilltop opposite the National Palace. Business travelers appreciate the professional services (think computer rentals and translation assistance) and the largest conference facilities in Ethiopia. But the leisure ameniti