Blog – Hills of Africa

Le Petit Chef Comes to Nairobi: A Magical Dining Experience at Hemingways

Abby Salle — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 07:16:18 +0000

There are dinners you enjoy, and then there are dinners you talk about for years. Le Petit Chef at Hemingways Nairobi is firmly in the second category — and our very own Amy recently got a sneak peek on a familiarization trip that left her absolutely enchanted. If you’re planning a Kenya safari and want […]

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How to Have an Eco-Friendly Safari: Why It Matters and How to Choose the Right Operator

Abby Salle — Sat, 21 Mar 2026 06:46:02 +0000

April is Earth Month, and there’s no better time to think about what it truly means to travel responsibly — especially when it comes to an African safari. A safari is, by its very nature, an experience rooted in the wild. The vast savannas, the dense forests, the rivers teeming with hippos, the skies filled […]

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Why AI Travel Planning Mistakes Can Ruin Your Trip: The Case for Real Expertise

Abby Salle — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 08:17:36 +0000

I received an email yesterday that perfectly illustrates why AI travel planning mistakes are becoming one of the biggest issues in modern travel, and why working with a real travel expert still matters more than ever. An agent forwarded me a wine tour itinerary for Cape Town that their client had requested. The list looked […]

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Great Migration Safari 101: Everything You Need to Know About Africa’s Greatest Wildlife Spectacle

Abby Salle — Sun, 22 Feb 2026 01:19:01 +0000

Ask most people what they know about the Great Migration, and they’ll describe dramatic river crossings — wildebeest launching themselves into crocodile-infested waters while tourists watch from the banks. It’s a spectacular image, and it’s completely real. But it’s also just one chapter in a year-long story that is far more complex, beautiful, and awe-inspiring […]

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Why a Honeymoon Safari in Africa is the Ultimate Romantic Escape

Abby Salle — Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:58:38 +0000

When couples start planning their honeymoon, the conversation usually goes straight to beaches. The Maldives, Bora Bora, Greece — gorgeous destinations, no doubt. But what if I told you that the most unforgettable honeymoons aren’t happening on beaches at all? They’re happening in Africa, where romance meets adventure in ways that no resort can replicate. […]

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Food on Safari: What you’ll Eat on a Luxury Safari Adventure

Abby Salle — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 08:07:30 +0000

There’s a big misconception about the food you’ll eat when on safari, which is that the food on safari is simple. Cooked in bush kitchens, with no access to electricity, and I’m here to tell you that is absolutely not the case! The food on safari is exceptional, tasting even better because it’s eaten out […]

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