Travelling light, living deep: one month with just a backpack
Travelling with only a backpack for a month across Southern Africa is not about sacrifice. It is about freedom, focus, and deeper connections with landscapes and people.
Reflections & Revelations
Personal notes from editor Mariana Balt - thoughtful musings on travel, people, and the quiet truths uncovered along the way.
Is it worthwhile to visit the Kruger National Park in summer?
Summer in the Kruger National Park is not only about heat and thunderstorms but a season of renewal, where the bush is alive with new life, spectacular birding, and dramatic skies.
Is travelling only for the rich?
Travel in Southern Africa is often seen as a luxury, but the region offers layers of experiences, from budget road trips and camping to high-end safaris.
Why holidays should mean getting out, not staying in
Home might rest your body, but travel revives your spirit - spend your holidays on the road, not the couch.
Practical tips for overland travel in Southern Africa
Planning an overland trip through Southern Africa needs preparation of your vehicle, route, and mindset.
Dangling on the mercy of a thin cord
Some journeys run smoothly, others dangle on the thinnest of threads. The trick is knowing when to be plugged in or to be cut off.
Beyond the backpack: You’ll know the real traveller when you see it.
Travellers don’t just visit countries, they wear them in the creases of their backpacks and the spice under their nails. Here’s how to spot the real ones