Travel Stories by Jason Maynard

A trip to the Gyrfalcon Islands in Ungava Bay to see amazing tidal shifts, incredible natural beauty, hiking and biking across the tundra, and boating throughout the islands. A fascinating place perfect for the adventurous Arctic explorer, yet it still has comfortable and warm eco-pods to stay in!

A tour of Botswana, from the Makgadikgadi Salt Pan up through the Okavango Delta, the Moremi Game Reserve, up to Chobe National Park and the Chobe River.

A visit to South Africa's largest private reserve and its luxury lodge

If you are considering going on an African safari, you'll have questions. Everything from where and when to go, what you'll see, and what you should pack. No worries. These posts can help.

Too many people want to visit Victoria Falls but skip the rest of this amazing country. When I traveled there, yes I started out at Victoria Falls. It is impressively beautiful and an amazing site. But I'm so glad I traveled to other parts of the country, as well. I visited some great safari lodges in different parts of Zimbabwe and was amazed by …

Not every trip to Malawi is about the lake, but every trip to Malawi should include the lake. You have lots of activities available in Malawi, such as hiking the Zomba Plateau or climbing Mount Mulanje, as well as going on safari in Liwonde National Park or Majete Wildlife Reserve. But you really must include some time at Lake Malawi.

I had the opportunity to visit three incredible national parks in Zambia: Kafue, Lower Zambezi, and South Luangwa. All three were amazing! Read on to see what I found at each one.

Whether you are thinking of taking the kids on an African safari or doing a multi-generational trip, with a bit of planning and some expert advice, you and your family can experience the joys of safari.