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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Magnificent Mandleve Villa in Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve, A Tribute to an Iconic Elephant

FEATURES Helene Ramackers -
Paying homage to one of the big tuskers who made his home at Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve in the late 1970s, this magnificent elephant was affectionately known as Mandleve, which means...

Life-changing Lion Sands Narina Lodge in Kruger National Park 

SAFARIS Helene Ramackers -
Situated in South Africa's famed Kruger National Park, Lion Sands Narina Lodge has it all – luxurious accommodation, the most delectable cuisine, hospitable staff and incredible wildlife sightings.  Having stayed at Lion Sands...

Soulful Simbambili Game Lodge in South Africa’s Sabi Sand Game Reserve

SAFARIS Helene Ramackers -
With its prime position in the northern corner of the world-renowned Sabi Sand Game Reserve, Simbambili Game Lodge heralds a feeling of coming home. Arriving in time for lunch, our table is set...

Enchanting Euphorbia Mashatu Villas at Mashatu Game Reserve in Botswana

SAFARIS Helene Ramackers -
Every once in a while, a lodge so spectacular appears on your radar that it becomes a bucket list item. With some clever planning, the reality of a trip to Euphorbia Mashatu,...

Top Duffel Bags to take on Your next Safari

SAFARIS Helene Ramackers -
For those who have had the privilege to go on safari in Africa, the aircraft to the lodges are often small, thus there are luggage restrictions in size and weight because of...

Kamara House in South Africa’s Thornybush Nature Reserve, The Perfect Family Escape

SAFARIS Helene Ramackers -
The exclusive-use Kamara House in South Africa’s Thornybush Nature Reserve is the ideal place to host multi-generational families or friends traveling together. Imagine arriving at a private house that overlooks a small riverbed...

At Home with Nicole Hirsch

HOMES + INTERIORS Helene Ramackers -
Favoring clean lines and shapes, Nicole Hirsch’s home in Cape Cod is contemporary and timeless. Nicole, did you have an influence in your youth that shaped your career path? Growing up, my mom was...

Sublime Settlers Drift at Kariega Game Reserve in South Africa’s Eastern Cape Province

SAFARIS Helene Ramackers -
The family-owned and run Kariega Game Reserve is a hidden jewel of eco-tourism, conservation, and incredible wildlife sightings.  Departing Cape Town International Airport for our early Sunday morning flight with Airlink to Port...
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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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