The most impressive lakes in the world

From boiling lakes to vast alpine bodies of water, these are our favourite lakes from around the world. 

Ancient relics: a selection of Africa’s most remarkable ruins

How many have you visited?

Brighten up your day with the world’s most colourful places

Sit back and enjoy this kaleidoscope of colours.

The rarest of the Big Five: the best places to see rhinos

We’ve scoured the African continent for the best sites to spot rhinos in the wild.

Should you go to Zimbabwe?

Although tourism in Zimbabwe is a shadow of its former self, you should still make the time to visit

Activities at Victoria Falls

Victoria Falls has an impressive and eclectic array of activities to offer no matter what your tastes

Getting off the beaten track in Zimbabwe

Make your trip to Zimbabwe even more special with some of these lesser-known destinations

A historic journey through Zimbabwe’s coffee belt

A sustainable coffee advocate uncovers why Zimbabweans are true coffee afficionados

Our favourite alternative African cities

You might go to Africa for the wildlife and safaris, but its cities shouldn’t be an afterthought.

9 runs around the world

Some of our favourite alternative marathons from around the world.

Rock on: Africa’s most impressive rock art

Africa has some magnificent centuries-old rock art — how many have you visited?