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      • Coach and bus travel in Zimbabwe
    • Health advice for visiting Zimbabwe
    • Tips on safety in Zimbabwe
    • How to renew a Zimbabwean passport from the UK
    • Climate and weather in Zimbabwe
    • Photo safari gear: what’s in my camera bag?
    • Is it ethical to visit Zimbabwe?
    • Useful websites on Zimbabwe
    • Tour operator directory for Zimbabwe holidays
  • Harare
    • Harare travel guide
    • Best places to visit in Harare
    • Best day trips around Harare
    • Best hotels in Harare: from boutique to budget
    • Itineraries and tour ideas in Harare
    • Best restaurants in Harare
    • Best coffee shops in Harare
    • Harare transport links countrywide
    • Areas and suburbs of Harare
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    • Victoria Falls travel guide: Everything you need to know
    • Top ten accommodation in Victoria Falls
    • List of accommodation in Victoria Falls
    • Best things to do in Victoria Falls
  • Great Zimbabwe
    • Great Zimbabwe Monument travel guide
    • Accommodation around Great Zimbabwe Monument
    • Walking route around Great Zimbabwe Monument
    • Short history of Great Zimbabwe Monument
  • More locations
    • Bulawayo & Matobo National Park
      • Bulawayo travel guide
      • Best things to do in Bulawayo
      • Bulawayo-related posts
    • Kariba & Matusadona National Park
    • Hwange National Park
    • Mana Pools National Park
  • Categories
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The death of Robert Mugabe: a man with many names
7 Sep 2019

The death of Robert Mugabe: a man with many names

by Beth (Travel Editor/Writer) | posted in: Just because | 0

Former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe has died aged 95. He was a well-publicized figure, even in Western media. I lived under his rule for much of my life and I feel unable to freely express my opinion about this man, … Continued

Zimbabwe
My time with the painted wolves from David Attenborough’s Dynasties
2 Dec 2018

My time with the painted wolves from David Attenborough’s Dynasties

by Beth (Travel Editor/Writer) | posted in: Just because, Wildlife & safari | 1

I was lucky enough to see alpha female Tait and her Vundu pack from David Attenborough’s Dynasties in real life. When I camped in Mana Pools National Park in Zimbabwe, I photographed Tait and her pack of painted wolves on foot. They … Continued

Mana Pools, Photography, Safari & wildlife, Zimbabwe
About Great Zimbabwe Travel blog: a short video introduction
2 Dec 2018

About Great Zimbabwe Travel blog: a short video introduction

by Beth (Travel Editor/Writer) | posted in: Just because | 0

What is Great Zimbabwe Guide all about? Why was it started? Who writes it? I started this blog in 2010 because I wanted to show the world that there’s more to Zimbabwe than what’s on the news. Here’s a little video … Continued

Zimbabwe
Quiet time for a future Zimbabwe traveller
3 Aug 2018

Quiet time for a future Zimbabwe traveller

by Beth (Travel Editor/Writer) | posted in: Just because | 0

Things have been a bit quiet on the blog recently, and here’s the reason … This future little Zimbabwe traveller came along when it was so hot in the UK that it could have been mistaken for a sizzling summer … Continued

21 November 2017: Robert Mugabe Resigns
22 Nov 2017

21 November 2017: Robert Mugabe Resigns

by Beth (Travel Editor/Writer) | posted in: Just because | 0

I’m too overwhelmed by emotions to put my thoughts into coherency right now, but I want to state my profound joy and relief that Robert Mugabe has resigned as President of Zimbabwe. I am celebrating with my countrymen and women. … Continued

Zimbabwe Coup Updates: 15-17 November 2017
17 Nov 2017

Zimbabwe Coup Updates: 15-17 November 2017

by Beth (Travel Editor/Writer) | posted in: Just because, Online findings | 0

15 November 2017 Zimbabwe’s army took action in the Presidential succession struggle in a very dramatic way. The move has been peaceful so far, but it would be wise to stay away from Harare city centre. Zimbabwe’s military said early … Continued

Snapshots of Zimbabwe: visiting Harare during the cash crisis, August 2017
28 Sep 2017

Snapshots of Zimbabwe: visiting Harare during the cash crisis, August 2017

by Beth (Travel Editor/Writer) | posted in: Just because, Travel tips | 2

Why write this article? This website is not just about pretty photos of Zimbabwe’s game reserves; it’s about representing the current experience of travelling in the country and the context in which that travel occurs. If you haven’t read it … Continued

Harare, Travel planning, Zimbabwe
TBEX Africa announcement: response from a Zimbabwe travel blogger
18 May 2017

TBEX Africa announcement: response from a Zimbabwe travel blogger

by Beth (Travel Editor/Writer) | posted in: Just because, Online findings | 8

The biggest travel blogging conference is coming to Zimbabwe in 2018, but are they making a deal with the devil? TBEX is coming to Africa The “largest conference and networking event for travel bloggers”, called TBEX, is heading to Africa … Continued

Tour companies, Zimbabwe
Taking stock: Seven years of blogging about Zimbabwe
6 Feb 2017

Taking stock: Seven years of blogging about Zimbabwe

by Beth (Travel Editor/Writer) | posted in: Events, Just because | 2

Life is hectic at the moment (isn’t it always?) but I’ve decided to sit down and take stock of what’s happened on this blog over the past seven years. Writing Great Zimbabwe Guide has been a way for me to … Continued

Lists
My travel style Q&A with Johnny Jet
5 Nov 2016

My travel style Q&A with Johnny Jet

by Beth (Travel Editor/Writer) | posted in: Collaborations, Just because, Portfolio & published work | 0

I’m excited to announce that I’ve been profiled on the fantastic Johnny Jet travel blog! If you’re not familiar with it, Johnny Jet was founded by John DiScala, who once had a fear of flying and now travels to over 20 countries … Continued

Zimbabwe
What noise does a rhino make?
22 Sep 2016

What noise does a rhino make?

by Beth (Travel Editor/Writer) | posted in: Just because | 0

Do you know what noise a rhino makes? We’ve been teaching our toddler son about wild animal noises. Lions roar and elephants trumpet, but what does a rhino say? Watch this short video on Facebook to find out – ignore the … Continued

Safari & wildlife, Safari guide (person), Travel tips
Reason to celebrate: 13 July 2016 and #ThisFlag
13 Jul 2016

Reason to celebrate: 13 July 2016 and #ThisFlag

by Beth (Travel Editor/Writer) | posted in: Just because | 0

Anyone who cares about Zimbabwe has enormous reason to CELEBRATE today. What a momentous and electrifying time it has been! THIS is what the REAL Zimbabwe is all about. In case you missed any of it, here are some highlights: … Continued

Zimbabwe Tourists: Update 12 July 2016
12 Jul 2016

Zimbabwe Tourists: Update 12 July 2016

by Beth (Travel Editor/Writer) | posted in: Just because | 0

Another week when Zimbabweans at home and abroad checked their phones more often than usual, reading the contents of their screens with steely eyes. For me at Great Zimbabwe Guide’s Facebook Page, it hasn’t seemed right to engage in the … Continued

For the tourists who “make a statement” by avoiding Zimbabwe
6 Jul 2016

For the tourists who “make a statement” by avoiding Zimbabwe

by Beth (Travel Editor/Writer) | posted in: Just because | 0

I often see comments from would-be tourists saying that they refuse to visit Zimbabwe because they don’t want to support Mugabe. Although I disagree about the effectiveness of this (and you can read why here), I am touched by the … Continued

Zimbabwe

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