The story behind the elephant picture which was used for our christmas card is a family story. When we visited Samburu National Reserve in Kenya, last October, we witnessed this beautiful scene on the river on an evening game drive. Most elephant families come down to drink and cool off in the river around midday. Therefore we were thrilled to witness this event in the beautiful evening light....

We had a great time in the bush camp of Steve and Annabelle, Laikipia Wilderness Camp. We loved the bushy feel, the lovely staff, the great food, the beautiful setting, the wildlife and the dogs! Not only the wild dogs, but also Buster, the bush dog. Buster is an adventures, sweet, little dog, who gives the camp a homely feel. As a pup he used to challenge leopards, but now he prefers to stay on...

One of the great things about safari is to sit around a campfire. Somehow humans like to keep this tradition going from far gone times. At home we copy it to our courtyard and gather around our BBQ. In the bush it is a bit more romantic though. The sounds of the african night and the stars add an extra dimension. A knowledgeable guide might even tell you something about the stars. Although...

Bumpy days are soon to come. On our  safari we are likely to enjoy some bumpy rides among the clouds again. My stomach does not like them at all. I arm myself with travel-sickness-chewing-gum or -pills if the flights are longer. But the pills make you drowsy, and I don't want to miss anything, meaning the stunning views and any ever so unlikely emergency. I guess traveling in these little planes...