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Kerry De Bruyn – Swala – Sanctuary Retreats

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Elephant Gin, anyone?

There are so many of us in the world that readily confess to a deep love for gin and tonic. What if one could harness this collective passion, the world over, and turn it into something good? Robin Gerlach and Tessa Wienker travelled through Africa in 2011 and had exactly this thought.

5 Fabulous Veldskoens (aka Desert Boots)

From the savannas of East Africa, to the bustling streets of New York City, the ‘veldskoen’ or the ‘desert boot’, is a cool addition to any wardrobe. We’ve rounded up 5 of our favourites from all over the world.

James Suter

James Suter’s Safari Essentials

Scorpion torch, leatherman, veld skoene – what more could a man on safari want? His camera gear of course…

This month, we’re exploring the wild and wonderful possessions that James Suter, private photographic guide and co-owner of Black Bean Productions, tucks into his luggage on his safari adventures.

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Wild and wonderful interior design

Abi James is an interior designer and decorator specialising in remote safari and beach lodges. When she doesn’t have her sketchpad, she draws in the sand with twigs.

Book love: Jess de Boer’s The Elephant and the Bee

“I wanted to inspire other people by personalising this universal human craving for happiness; to create some awareness of the world we live in today and to contribute my voice to the growing collection of young people out there who 100% believe in a better future.”

Tanda Tula Bush Breakfast

Tanda Tula Bush Breakfast

For most people the idea of eating a delicious freshly cooked breakfast out in the middle of the African bush is something they can only dream about.