Rwanda: beyond the gorillas

Discover Rwanda’s best kept travel secrets, from hiking Mount Bisoke to watching the stunning Intore dance performances.

Gorilla tourism in Rwanda

Put crudely, while tourism is probably integral to the survival of the mountain gorilla, the survival of the mountain gorilla is certainly integral to the growth of Rwanda’s tourist industry. 

A walking tour of Almaty

Discover what not to miss on a visit to Almaty with our walking tour of the city.

Six reasons to visit Kazakhstan

Stretching from Tian Shan’s snow-capped peaks across expanses of steppe to the Caspian Sea, Kazakhstan has much to offer.

Five reasons to visit Tibet

Tibet is a land of extremes, embracing the wildest rivers, the deepest gorges and the highest peaks on earth.

Maraba Bourbon Gourmet Coffee

Rwanda’s Maraba Bourbon coffee is one of the country’s success stories.

Tibet’s natural wonders

Tibet’s extraordinary and remote natural landscape includes the world’s highest peak and the world’s deepest gorges.

Tibet’s most impressive temples and pilgrimage sites

There’s no better place to meet genuine Tibetan locals than at the region’s sacred sites.

The Virungas

Author Philip Briggs describes the spectacular chain of volcanic cones that border Uganda, Rwanda and DRC.

9 runs around the world

Some of our favourite alternative marathons from around the world.

Safari activities in Botswana

Whether you’re on your first safari or your fiftieth, Botswana won’t disappoint. These activities will ensure your visit to this wildlife-rich destination is as memorable as possible. 

Five reasons to visit Botswana

From exploring the natural beauty of the Chobe National Park, to taking in the impressive Tsodilo Hills, here are our top five reasons to visit Botswana. 

Traditional life for the San

Author Chris McIntyre looks at the most studied social group on the planet.

Five reasons to visit Rwanda

Peerless wildlife experiences, exceptional scenery and off-the-beaten-track safari – five reasons why now is the time to visit Rwanda.

Emilia-Romagna: a foodie paradise

Even within a country that is itself known worldwide for its popular cuisine, the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy is famed for its delectable food.