Blog Posts for Africa

  • Interview with Gemma Sisia, School of St Jude founder

    By Kellie Bright on Wed, 19/10/2011 - 11:30pm , 0 comments

    Our copywriter Erin had a chat with the founder of The School of St Jude in Tanzania, Gemma Sisia. They talked about travelling, living in Africa and the very special school Gemma started in 2002.

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  • 5 reasons to safari in Tanzania

    By Kellie Bright on Wed, 12/10/2011 - 11:11pm , 0 comments

    If you are trying to decide on your perfect African safari destination, Gecko's copywriter Erin has a few reasons why she thinks Tanzania should be top of your list…

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  • Real life Timon and Pumba!

    By Kellie Bright on Mon, 03/10/2011 - 10:23pm , 0 comments

    Take a look at this adorable photo of a warthog and a meerkat, wandering down the road without a care in the world.

    This real life Timon and Pumba appeared on our Facebook page this week, and we had over 170 people "like" it, along with tons of comments.

    Head to Facebook if you'd like to leave a comment for yourself, and keep your eyes peeled for more fun photos, competitions and interesting travel debates.

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  • Caption this! Baby elephant

    By Kellie Bright on Wed, 21/09/2011 - 11:37pm , 0 comments

    Our latest "Caption This" on Facebook was a super cute one, and got lots of funny responses. We've posted them here. Do you have a caption to add? Leave it in the comments section below.

    "Like" us on Facebook for more fun and games. Why not follow us on Twitter while you're at it?

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  • 5 of the world's spiciest foods

    By Kellie Bright on Tue, 13/09/2011 - 4:05pm , 1 comments

    If you love a challenge, why not travel the world and see if you can handle its five spiciest dishes?

    The spiciness or heat of a chilli is measured on the Scoville Scale. This indicates the amount of capsaicin present. To give you an idea of some peppers and their Scoville Units:
    • Tabasco sauce: 3,500 - 8,000

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  • Caption this!

    By Kellie Bright on Wed, 07/09/2011 - 6:24pm , 0 comments

    During the week we posted a Facebook photo of Gecko's legend San Khoo reacting to a friendly chameleon. We asked our Facebook fans to submit their funny captions, and we absolutely loved them! Check out what our fans had to say, and add your own in the comments section below. 

    Follow us on Twitter and "like" us on Facebook to take part in more fun and games, including giveaways and competitions.

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  • Take the old man away this Father's Day

    By Kellie Bright on Wed, 31/08/2011 - 11:38pm , 0 comments

    After years of presenting him with the same old socks and jocks combo, why not treat your dear old dad to something different this Father's Day?

    Ask the old man to take an adventure with you, and the pair of you could be jetting off somewhere exciting (but maybe don't refer to him as "old man" when you ask!). Whether it's for a bit of bonding time, or just to get him out of his comfort zone, every destination holds something exciting. Now it's up to you to help him narrow it down:

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  • Who is the biggest party animal: Gorilla or lemur?

    By Kellie Bright on Sun, 28/08/2011 - 6:18pm , 0 comments

    We recently asked our Facebook fans to tell us whether they'd rather spend the night partying with a crazy lemur or a swinging gorilla.

    We got loads of responses, and it was pretty evenly matched! Take a look for yourself:

    Kate O'Connor: Tough, but I will have to say gorilla. Although if it's Timon from the Lion King I may change my mind. :)

    Carla Piccione: Gorillas are too grumpy ;)

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  • Image of the week: Langa Township near Cape Town, South Africa

    By Kellie Bright on Thu, 25/08/2011 - 5:22pm , 0 comments

    Today's image of the week is from Langa Township near Cape Town, South Africa. It was taken by Georgia Philactides

    Trip of the week: Overland from Cape to Falls

    Tell us what you like about the image in the comments section below.

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  • Game Spotting in Africa: 6 Tips for the First-Timer

    By Leigh Barnes on Thu, 04/08/2011 - 12:49am , 0 comments

    Orlando-based travel blogger Ben Reed is President and Chief Adventurer of adventureswithben.com a website to help travellers plan, explore and enjoy the top destination in world travel.

    Without a doubt, game spotting ranks as a must-do when visiting Africa. Whether your travels take you to a private game reserve or one of the expansive national parks, here are six tips to help you prepare for your drive:

    1. Be comfortable with early starts

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  • Money matters: Tips for travellers PART 2

    By Kellie Bright on Mon, 01/08/2011 - 10:50pm , 0 comments

    Kristina Wegscheider is co-founder of Do It While You’re Young, a website for young women interested in travelling, studying, working, or volunteering abroad. Follow her on Twitter and be sure to check out the DIWYY Facebook page.

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  • Harry, Hermione and Ron on vacation: Where we'd send them

    By Kellie Bright on Tue, 19/07/2011 - 11:32pm , 0 comments

    After ten years of filming the Harry Potter movies, it's finally over. And we think Daniel, Emma and Rupert deserve a break.

    Here at Gecko's we've chosen the perfect destination for each of the stars to make the most of their newfound freedom.

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  • IMAGE OF THE WEEK: Spitzkoppe, Namibia

    By Leigh Barnes on Thu, 14/07/2011 - 4:07pm , 0 comments

    Image of the week: Spitzkoppe, Namibia, by Skye Rogers

    Trip of the week: Vic Falls to Cape Town

    Sale: Don't forget our Get Me Out of Here sale! Save 15% off all Gecko's tours departing by 31 December 2011.

    Read more and start planning your getaway now.

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  • The School of St Jude, Tanzania: A volunteer’s perspective

    By Kellie Bright on Mon, 04/07/2011 - 2:10am , 0 comments

    Erin Aldersea is our copywriter and dreams of travelling to Africa again one day soon… very soon she hopes!

    Visit the St Jude’s website for more details on this inspiring school and also check out the volunteer positions available.

    "The School of St Jude we love you so much (clap-clap), The School of St Jude we love you so much (clap-clap)."

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  • Children of Kenya: Image of the week

    By Kellie Bright on Fri, 01/07/2011 - 1:45am , 0 comments

    Image of the week: Children of Kenya, by Louise Campbell

    Trip of the week: East Africa Safari

    Last minute special: Save 20% on the 23 July 2011 departure! 

    This image was voted by our Facebook readers as their favourite this week.

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