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Luxury Singita Safari Camp Opens in Tanzania

With a sundowner tent, plunge pool, fair trade coffee in the morning, and fresh and gourmet cuisine, you'll be swimming in luxe creature comforts at Singita's newest safari camp in Tanzania.

Posted by Kristine Hansen on December 11, 2012 at 3:00:16 PM EST in Hotels, News Tagged: Safari, Hotels, News
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, Africa, Kenya, Namibia, South Africa, Botswana
What to Wear: On Safari

Safaris are endlessly romantic—searching for beautiful animals, bumbling around in an uncovered Jeep, relaxing with nightly sundowners. Pack smart, and chic, for your African adventure.

Posted by Bee-Shyuan Chang on September 21, 2012 at 11:59:23 AM EDT in Style Tagged: Safari, Kenya, Style, Packing
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, Africa, News
Today's Top Headlines: May 17, 2012

Berlin's new airport gets fresh delays, Delta discovers a greedy computer glitch, and Steve Wynn finds himself a swank apartment with Central Park views. Here's what we're reading this morning.

Posted by Nicole Campoy on May 17, 2012 at 11:01:52 AM EDT in Travel Tips Tagged: News, Airlines, Airports, Hotels, New York City, Berlin, Air Travel
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, Africa, 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: Africa,
8 Tips for Visiting Zanzibar: Africa's Spice Island

If you’re keen on tacking on some R&R after your oh-so-stressful Safari, consider Zanzibar. The "zan" in Tanzania is just an hour-and-a-half ferry ride from the mainland in the Indian Ocean. It’s the perfect tropical spot to kick back and relax.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on May 23, 2011 at 1:16:20 PM EDT in Travel Tips Tagged: Africa, Zanzibar
Planning a Safari to Kenya and Tanzania? Dress conservatively.

East Africans, as a rule, are a reserved and religious people. Wearing revealing clothing is considered very disrespectful.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on February 03, 2011 at 2:00:00 AM EST in Travel Tips Tagged: Kenya
Top African Safari Destinations

Are you dreaming of an Out of Africa experience or capturing the Big Five—buffalo, elephant, leopard, lion, and rhino—on film? Every day of an African safari is truly unforgettable, from early-morning game drives to amazing stargazing. To inspire your own adventure, here are our top regions to explore.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on October 26, 2010 at 5:53:27 PM EDT in Trip Ideas Tagged: Kenya, Botswana, Namibia, Victoria Falls, Zambia, Zimbabwe