Saturday, March 13, 2021

Nantwich Lodge, Zimbabwe, 'my' corner of Africa

 My wife and I are part owners of Nantwich Lodge, in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe, so its not surprising that I have some very nice things to say about the place in this article, in 'Escape' magazine.

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A Tale of Two Trains

 Yes, I have a tough job - like trying to decide which of South Africa's two luxury train, Rovos Rail's Pride of Africa, or The Blue Train is the best.

Tough job, but someone's got to do it - for 'Escape' Magazine.  Double click on the pics for a clearer view of the text.




Lake Kariba Housebat

 One of my favourite things to do in Zimbabwe is to go on a houseboat holiday.  Here's a story I did on houseboats for 'Escape' magazine a few years ago.  I can't wait to do this again.

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Tree Houses

The Lion Sands family of game lodges, not far from where I live, in South Africa, have a fantastic trio of tree houses where you can camp out, in absolute luxury. I was lucky enough to spend the night at a couple of them, for 'Escape' Magazine.

One day I'd like to set up something like this at Nantwich Lodge, in Zimbabwe. As a part owner I get to suggest crazy stuff like that.

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Africa's Top 10

 In this article, for 'Escape' magazine, I try to narrow down my Top 10 must-do things in Africa.  Of course, these days my number 1 choice would be a stay at Nantwich Lodge, in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe, because I'm a part-owner!

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Women's Weekly safari

 Here's a little number I wrote back when 'Silent Predator' was released, about the merits of going on safari in South Africa.  These days I live there half the year!

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Self Drive Safari

 Here's an article I wrote for 'Escape' about the merits of doing a self-drive safari in Africa.  While I still believe this is the best way to see Africa and her wildlife, as the part-owner of a safari lodge I also highly recommend that you book some time in Nantwich Lodge, in Hwange National Park, Zimbabwe!

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Land Rover Owner International

 Here's a very old story I did about our dear old Land Rover, 'Tonka' and our early travels through Africa.

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The War on Poaching

 Here's an article I did for 'Escape' magazine about the war on poaching in southern Africa.




Desert Lions of Namibia

 I've been going through my old press clippings and have decided to update my travel blog.  Enjoy this old number, and a few more!

This story ran in News Limited's 'Escape' Magazine around the time 'An Empty Coast' was released.