Author Archives: Ourisman Travel
Luxury Hotels of Mexico City
I went to Mexico City with a positive outlook on what I could expect from the destination. It did not let me down! I found the city to be vibrant and sophisticated and the current growth and development is very exciting. The luxury hotels of Mexico City were equally pleasing. Continue reading
Posted in City Destinations, Hotel Reviews, Mexico
Tagged Mexico City
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Feel Like Royalty at Royal Malewane
Royal Malewane, a safari lodge located on the Thornybush private game reserve in the Greater Kruger area just north of Sabi Sand, is absolutely one of the best luxury lodges in South Africa. Continue reading
Posted in Africa/Safari
Tagged Adventure Travel, Africa/Safari, family destination, South Africa, Virtuoso, wildlife
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Four Seasons The Westcliff
After an incredible two week trip that took me all over South Africa and Zimbabwe, I checked into this classic urban retreat a little road weary and more than ready for a quiet moment to digest everything I saw and learned on the trip. The Four Seasons was the perfect setting and I was lucky to have incredible sunny weather. Continue reading
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Tagged Four Seasons, Hotel, hotel review, South Africa
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2014 Reflections and Projections for Ourisman Travel
I love the perspective gained from an annual exercise of reflecting on a year gone by and counting our blessings while also making a wish for the year to come. This year, I feel blessed to have a great team around me. I love our team at Ourisman Travel and our extended team at Brownell and I’m so proud of what we are building! My wish for next year is as multifaceted as it is simple. Stripped to core, what I really wish for is another year of joy. I love what I do, I love the people I work with, and I love helping people catch the “travel bug!” Continue reading
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Etosha, Namibia: Ongava Tented Camp
The Ongava private game reserve just next to Etosha National Park is a must to include in any itinerary to Namibia, especially if you have an interest in the wildlife. Continue reading
Posted in Africa/Safari
Tagged Adventure Travel, Africa/Safari, Namibia, Wilderness Safaris, wildlife
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Damaraland Camp, Namibia
Community ownership, bush breakfasts, scorpion sightings and more are in store at Damaraland Camp Continue reading
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Tagged Adventure Travel, Namibia, Wilderness Safaris, wildlife
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Sossusvlei Namibia, Little Kulala
Highlights during my visit to Little Kulala include gorgeous sunsets, racing ostriches, climbing a sand dune, and tasting local Namibian wine! Continue reading
Posted in Africa/Safari
Tagged Adventure Travel, Africa/Safari, hiking, Namibia, Wilderness Safaris
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Namibia with Wilderness Safaris, an Introduction
Namibia is a beautiful, unique, diverse, and breathtaking country! The landscapes alone are worth the long flights to get there and the opportunities to explore the unique environments and meet the warm, hospitable Namibian people are what make you want to stay. Continue reading
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Tagged Adventure Travel, Africa, Africa/Safari, family destination, Family Travel, hiking, Wilderness Safaris
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Bhutan, Land of the Thunder Dragon
David and Jessica spent 9-nights exploring Bhutan on the Amankora journey and came home with memories, newfound senses of adventure, and an appreciation for the country’s “Gross National Happiness.” Read what they have had to say about their experience: Continue reading
Amankora Gangtey, Bhutan: Best Day Ever!
At the end of the day, I fell asleep feeling so happy and grateful. Most of all, I felt at peace, which is the best way I can sum up the entire experience of visiting Bhutan. I will never forget this day. Continue reading
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Tagged Adventure Travel, Aman, Amankora, Bhutan, Family Travel, Gangtey, hiking, pictures
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