Once upon a time lived a zebra with no stripes on its hind quarters, known as the Quagga. It was hunted to extinction by the early 1900s. But in Mokala National Park, scientists specializing in the...

Mauritius. Called “the island where God practiced creating Eden,” few places on Earth remain as unknown, and as undeveloped as Mauritius – and of those, none are equal in beauty. The magic of this ...

There are few places on Earth that are as culturally crosshatched as the archipelago as Zanzibar. Over the centuries, this island paradise has been a trading hub for Persians, Indians, Europeans, a...

During a two-week stint with the NGO Elephant Human Relations Aid (EHRA), volunteers can make a tangible difference in the survival of elephants and subsistence farmers by constructing an elephant-...

Travelers who are planning an African adventure may want to brush up on some facts before leaving home, as the different regions of the country can create distinct climates from place to place.

With world-class vineyards on its doorstep, it's no surprise that the Mother City in Africa also has her fair share of internationally renowned restaurants and bars. Whether you prefer to sip vinta...

Madagascar cuisine is synonymous with large portions and plenty of spice. The island nation off the southeastern coast of Africa has produced excellent cloves, black pepper and nutmeg, but it was t...