Trying to decide between Seychelles and Mauritius for your next luxury island escape? Honestly? It’s one of the hardest travel decisions in the Indian Ocean. Both destinations are absolutely beautiful, but they deliver very different experiences once you arrive. We regularly visit Mauritius and know the island incredibly well as luxury family travellers. Seychelles, on…
Ever floated in warm turquoise waters and wondered what’s lurking beneath the surface? That thought first crossed my mind during one of our early trips to Zanzibar — while wading off Nungwi Beach with my son. The island was pure paradise, but the idea of sharks still tugged at the back of my mind. And…
Are you going to be driving in Mauritius soon? Then, you’ve landed on the right post! If you’ve never visited before, I’m sure you have lots of questions about driving in Mauritius. Since we visit Mauritius regularly and are familiar with its roads, we’ll answer all those questions (and more) in this blog post. In…
Looking for the best spot to enjoy that iconic sunset in Cape Town? Then you’ve landed on the right blog post! Cape Town is renowned for its breathtaking sunsets, offering many spots throughout the city to witness the perfect sunset experience. As a local with a keen eye for sunsets, I’ve curated a list of…
Are there sharks in Mauritius? This is a question I regularly get when people hear I’m heading back to one of our favorite islands. I get it! You don’t want to be floating around the warm, turquoise water worried that something is going to grab you from below. Yes, there are sharks in Mauritius. But…
Want to visit the iconic Tsitsikamma Suspension Bridge in South Africa? Great! You’ll find this Insta-famous bridge right at the endpoint of the epic Garden Route – which happens to be where we live! Navigating our way to the Tsitsikamma Suspension Bridge and knowing what to expect the first time we went was confusing (even…
Trying to choose between Mauritius and Zanzibar for your next tropical escape? Honestly? It’s a difficult decision. Both islands are incredible, but for completely different reasons. We travel to both Mauritius and Zanzibar regularly, and although they’re both Indian Ocean destinations with beautiful beaches and luxury hotels, the overall experience feels surprisingly different once you…
Wondering if you should book the spice tour in Zanzibar when you visit? Well, then you’ve landed on the right blog post! We visit Zanzibar regularly and the spice tour is one of our favorite excursions. It is also one of the most popular and most booked tours on the island. And for good reason!…
Wondering if you should rent a car in Zanzibar for your upcoming trip? Great – you’re on the right blog post! We travel to Zanzibar frequently and have tried all the options for getting around the island. Therefore, we can guide you through the process of Zanzibar car rental and give first-hand tips on what…
Looking for the best Mauritius tours to book for your tropical getaway? You’re in luck and have definitely landed on the right blog post! Mauritius isn’t just about sitting by the beach and sipping cocktails (although that’s definitely a part of it!). This island nation offers a treasure trove of experiences beyond the ordinary. That’s…