New Family Friendly Hotels in Africa:

Garden Route Game Lodge: Western Cape, South Africa

Garden Route Game Lodge: Western Cape, South Africa

"Ellie! Ellie!" A toddler spots an elephant from his perch in the Land Rover while an older child identifies springbok, giraffe and... there! A rhinoceros! ...more »


Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort Mauritius: Bel Ombre, Mauritius

Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort Mauritius: Bel Ombre, Mauritius

Ever notice how hard it is to find a vacation spot that is fun for kids and relaxing for parents? Le Telfair Golf & Spa Resort Mauritius has somehow managed to strike just that balance. ...more »


Sénég'anne, Chambre d'Hôtes: Dakar, Senegal

Sénég’anne, Chambre d’Hôtes: Dakar, Senegal

A small luxury bed and breakfast guest house in Dakar, Senegal that is perfect for families. ...more »


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Fair Play: Ethical Family Travel in South Africa

Fair Play: Ethical Family Travel in South Africa

I've lived just outside Cape Town, South Africa for eight months now, having moved from Canada with my husband and young children. Technically, I'm an expat. Emotionally, I remain a tourist. ...more »

Take Only Memories, Leave Only Tee-shirts?

Take Only Memories, Leave Only Tee-shirts?

Here's a travel hack so head-slappingly obvious, I can't believe I didn't think of it myself: When traveling in developing countries, leave any unwanted clothing in your last hotel with a note for housekeeping telling them it's a donation. ...more »