Helene Ramackers

Heléne Ramackers is a freelance journalist who enjoys interviewing local and international celebrities but thinks she has found her calling amongst the travel writing fraternity. A creature comforts girl at heart, she loves all things opulent.
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A Botswana Trilogy, The Wilderness Way 

SAFARIS Helene Ramackers -
Starting in the west at Tubu Tree before heading east to Mokete, concluding with King's Pool in the north of Botswana, the trifecta of lodges is an ideal combination to experience the...

Ol Donyo Lodge, Conserving The Land And Its Wildlife

SAFARIS Helene Ramackers -
Blending contemporary design with Maasai influences, ol Donyo is what a safari lodge should truly embody.     Taking to the skies in the 4-seater Cessna 206, Captain Morris informs me that the flight...

A Photographic Safari on the Chobe River with Pangolin Voyager

FEATURES Helene Ramackers -
I’ve always wanted to go on a guided photographic safari, so when the opportunity presents itself to experience it firsthand, I pack my bags and camera gear and head to Kasane in...

Morukuru River House, Turning Over A New Leaf

FEATURES Helene Ramackers -
On the border of South Africa and Botswana, Madikwe Game Reserve is a hidden jewel in the safari sphere that should definitely be explored.  It was here that Morukuru Family owners Ed and...

Laid-back Luxury at Lolelunga Private Reserve in Zambia

SAFARIS Helene Ramackers -
Set on the banks of the perennial Lunga River, Lolelunga Private Reserve is located 19 miles north of Kafue National Park in Zambia, where barefoot luxury and wildlife meet. The latest addition to...

At Home with Nicole Hirsch

HOMES + INTERIORS Helene Ramackers -
Favoring clean lines and timeless shapes, Nicole Hirsch’s Cape Cod home reflects her contemporary yet welcoming design aesthetic. The designer and founder of Nicole Hirsch Interiors opens up about her background, her...

Laidback Luxury with Karen Wolf Design

LUMINARIES Helene Ramackers -
Leading a team of talented women in creating upscale residential spaces, Karen B Wolf speaks with passion about all facets of interior design. In this Q&A, she shares her background, inspiration, and...

The Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa – A Sanctuary In The City 

FEATURES Helene Ramackers -
Situated in the leafy suburb of Sandhurst in Johannesburg's bustling city, The Saxon Hotel, Villas and Spa offers the perfect overnight respite for travelers staying in this vibrant South African metropolis either...
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Helene Ramackers

Heléne Ramackers is a freelance journalist who enjoys interviewing local and international celebrities but thinks she has found her calling amongst the travel writing fraternity. A creature comforts girl at heart, she loves all things opulent.
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