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Read Before You Go: African Safari

Setting off on safari means prepping for adventure, beauty, and the unexpected. Pick a read that fits your trip, from the history of the African continent to fictional stories of love and intrigue.

Posted by Elizabeth Lynch on March 05, 2013 at 11:00:44 AM EST in New at Fodor's Tagged: Literary,
Expatriate Tales: Living in Namibia

Travel journalist-turned-Peace Corps member Isabel Sterne traded NYC for Namibia last year. Hear her take on adjusting to a very different life in the starkly beautiful southern region of this African country.

Posted by Jimmy Im on February 28, 2013 at 1:04:10 PM EST in New at Fodor's Tagged: Expats, Namibia
Private Home Stays on the African Plains

Want to get in touch with nature, but not necessarily your neighbors? Spot big game by day, and relax in a private resort by night on the African Plains.

Posted by Kristan Schiller on February 05, 2013 at 1:59:37 PM EST in Hotels Tagged: Safari
Alexander McCall Smith on Writing in Botswana and the Caribbean

He's written some of our favorite series—No. 1 Ladies Detective Agency, ahem—set in far corners of the world, making us feel like we were solving mysteries with Mma Ramotswe. We caught up with Alexander McCall Smith himself to chat about Botswana and beyond.

Posted by Nicole Campoy on January 25, 2013 at 1:45:55 PM EST in Arts & Culture Tagged: Botswana, Books, South Africa, Fodor's
Splurge vs. Save: Glamping

It used to be that camping was just tents, s'mores, and the great outdoors. Now, there are tons of plush glamping destinations around the world, like these worthy splurges and reasonable saves.

Posted by Susan MacCallum-Whitcomb on November 15, 2012 at 4:50:01 PM EST in Outdoors, Trip Ideas Tagged: Camping, India, Canada, Safari
The Ultimate Safari Planner

A safari is a once-in-a-lifetime trip. Whether it's viewing game in Botswana, hanging with the Masai in Kenya, or gaping at the Great Migration. Here are our expert tips for planning your unforgettable safari.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on October 22, 2012 at 2:01:33 PM EDT in Trip Ideas, Outdoors Tagged: Safari, Kenya, Tanzania, Namibia, South Africa, Botswana
Four Seasons Takes Over Bilila Lodge in the Serengeti

Four Seasons has announced a long-term management deal with the luxe Bilila Lodge in the Serengeti. With upgrades planned for the fall, the name will change to Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti.

Posted by Deanna Cioppa on July 12, 2012 at 4:24:36 PM EDT in News, Hotels Tagged: Hotels, News
13 Lessons Learned from Fodorites' 2011 Trip Reports

Reading trip reports from other travelers can be an invaluable resource for planning your next vacation. They're often great for gathering information on topics such as what to expect when you land, where to find top hotels and the best under-the-radar restaurants, and when to book ahead for must-do activities. Essentially, it's all about the experience of what worked—and perhaps even more importantly, what didn't.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on January 05, 2012 at 2:54:51 PM EST in Trip Ideas Tagged: Rome, Florence, Venice, India, Thailand, Toronto, New York City, Antigua, Guatemala, Honduras, Tanzania, Buenos Aires, France, Paris, Japan, Australia, Los Angeles
Shop smart for gems in Tanzania

Do not buy any tanzanite from street vendors. Nine times out of 10 it will be a fake stone. View more Tanzania Travel Tips.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on September 25, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EDT in Travel Tips Tagged: Tanzania
Check your passport before traveling to South Africa

Certain countries, such as South Africa, won't let you enter with a passport that will expire less than 30 days after your planned departure from the country; also, you need two blank pages in your passport to enter South Africa.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on September 17, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EDT in Travel Tips Tagged: South Africa