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The Sun
30-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Cruz Beckham, 20, and girlfriend Jackie, 29, show off £9k Glastonbury tent after partying together at festival
TWENTY-year-old Cruz Beckham has given fans a peek inside his luxury Glastonbury tent after shelling out £9,000-a-night for the luxurious camp. The son of David and Victoria Beckham ensured that he and girlfriend, Jackie Apostel, 29, were living the high life at the festival in one of the camp's most expensive and private tents. 6 6 Sharing a slew of snaps from inside their tent - which closely resembled a A-list hotel room - it was clear that the pair had checked themselves into Camp Kerala. This luxury camp includes Shikar tents which come complete with a luxury king-size bed. These exquisite tents also come with sheepskin rugs as well as the option for your own private en-suite toilet and shower block. Forking out for one of these tents starts at £8,225 with the price rising if opting for the en-suite extras. This covers the cost for two people staying in the tent including their festival ticket entry. Model and singer Jackie could be seen striking a pose inside the perfectly preened tent. In another snap, the couple could be seen enjoying a breakfast in bed with their food served on a wooden slate - a far cry from the realities of being in one of the Somerset festival's regular camps. The pair appeared to be living it up in style across the full weekend. Cruz and Jackie have been together since April last year — and Posh and hubby David appear to have none of the problems they do with their eldest son Brooklyn, 26. He and wife Nicola Peltz, 30, are locked in a feud with his parents and missed David's 50th birthday celebrations earlier this month. Watch sweet moment Cruz Beckham and girlfriend Jackie perform at dad David's 50th birthday amid feud with brother Brooklyn But Cruz and Jackie were there — and even performed Dolly Parton classic Islands in the Stream at a family dinner. Jackie appears to have been accepted into the Beckham clan as she spent Christmas with the family at their £60million waterfront mansion in Miami. She also supported Victoria at her fashion show during Paris Fashion Week in September, and even wore her £990 cream satin cami gown to her runway show. Jackie was previously part of the Brazilian girl band Schutz, and she gained more than one million plays on her first EP – Reformation a side. 6 6 6 6
Harpers Bazaar Arabia
19-06-2025
- Harpers Bazaar Arabia
Why The ‘Our Habitas Ras Abrouq' Camp Is Our Ultimate Quiet Travel Trend Destination
The world of travel has taken a quiet turn for all the right reasons, so switch off your devices and try a travel option of a different kind Approximately 80km west of Doha among an expanse of white sand dunes, adventurers are met with a remarkable sculpture by the American artist Richard Serra. East-West/West-East consists of four steel plates, each more than 14 metres tall, arranged in a linear pattern stretching more than a kilometre. Some say it represents the passage of time. For others, it's a symbol of hope. Whatever its meaning, it invites a moment of quiet contemplation. Those making the pilgrimage are likely to make their base at Our Habitas Ras Abrouq, a recently opened luxury camp 20 minutes' drive from the sculpture. Hot on the heels of Our Habitas AlUla, a game-changing eco-friendly enterprise in Saudi Arabia's Ashar Valley, Ras Abrouq located in the UNESCO-protected Al-Reem Biosphere Reserve invites guests to unwind where the desert meets the sea. The founders have gone all in on the 'quiet travel' trend. Forty-two villas range from one to four bedrooms, each with its own private pool and vast outdoor deck delivering uninterrupted views of the Arabian Gulf. Then there are the activities to consider: guided meditations through the desert, sound ceremonies conducted under the stars, vibroacoustic massage. Guests are invited to try ancient traditions such as the clay pottery, calligraphy and Al Sadu weaving. 'With the world getting louder, it's increasingly hard to find corners of quiet – and it's increasingly important,' says general manager Mohammed Wazir. 'What we offer at Ras Abrouq is a secluded sanctuary that encourages guests to step away from everyday distractions and embrace a slower, more purposeful way of being.' Search for the term 'quiet travel' and you'll find entire websites devoted to the detrimental effects of noise and the healing benefits of quiet. The quiet travel trend is in direct alignment with the 'digital minimalism' movement, which is gaining traction internationally thanks to the American computer science professor and author Cal Newport. In his book Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World, Cal argues for more intentional use of technology – removing apps that are not crucial tools and only picking up your smartphone when it's absolutely essential. The quest for quiet hasn't gone unnoticed by the luxury travel industry. More and more hotels are advertising 'no TVs in rooms' and 'no Wi-Fi in communal areas.' 'We have definitely seen a rise in demand for 'quiet trips' among our HNW clients,' says Aurelia van Lynden, head of travel at Pelorus, a travel company specialising in bespoke remote adventure. 'Time is a precious commodity and this style of trip allows people to disconnect from their day-to-day and reconnect not only with the ones they are travelling with but also with themselves – and their surroundings. Our world is loud with endless pings and chatter. We help our clients cut through the noise, whether that be a private camp in the middle of nowhere, hiking untouched paths basking in the scenery or on board their own private yacht exploring remote islands.' Silent safaris, off -grid Nordic adventures, Antarctic voyages and sleeping under the stars in Oman are among Pelorus' most popular offerings. Tom Barber, co-founder of Original Travel, says: 'There's been a lot of emphasis of late on dark sky destinations, where there is no light pollution and you can appreciate the wonders of the night sky, but we're also seeing growing demand from clients who want to avoid noise pollution. For this reason, Original Travel launched a 'pin drop collection' of places where you can literally hear a pin drop. Speaking from personal experience, Tom says: 'I will never forget the sound of silence in the NamibRand desert in Namibia. I was driven out to a beautiful viewpoint and left there to soak up the panoramic views and total absence of sounds with a cool bag of drinks. It's places like these that make you realise just how much noise most of us are bathed in especially in urban environments. There's rarely a moment of silence. For me, that makes the occasional stay somewhere off -grid, where the only thing deafening is the silence, so special.' Solitude is the subject of Lonely Planet's latest book The Joy of Quiet Places. A comprehensive guide to the world's most serene places, it offers expert guidance and travel tips. In his foreword, the Norwegian explorer Erling Kagge, the first person to reach the South Pole solo and author of Silence: In the Age of Noise: A Meditation on the Importance of Silence in a World Filled with Noise and Distractions, writes: 'Silence contains a quality more exclusive and long lasting than the more ordinary luxuries.' 'Quiet is not a luxury – it is a human necessity,' argues acoustic ecologist and co-founder of Quiet Parks International, Gordon Hempton. Having spent the past three decades roaming rainforests, coastlines and deserts in order to record the sounds of nature, he's one of the world's leading experts on the subject. 'Taking a break from noise is essential for your health. In quiet places, stress levels decrease, one can think more clearly, problems appear less complex, people score higher on cognitive tests and they also become more creative and successful at home and work.' Dr Laura Walton, a clinical psychologist and PADI Instructor, who has dedicated her career to studying the psychology of deep-sea diving is in firm agreement. 'Descending into the depths on a scuba dive, one can only hear bubbles. The silence hushes the noise in our heads. Mind chatter reduces and we can focus on the present, paying attention to our dive and the environment around us. Many say diving is their therapy.' Safari outfits are jumping on the bandwagon too. 'We've noticed growing demand for spa safaris and meditation safaris, which put the emphasis on wellness,' says Julian Carter- Manning, founder of Yellow Zebra Safaris, a travel company specialising in tailor-made expert-guided safaris across Africa. 'We are increasingly steering clients towards quieter, less crowded destinations and activities that align with the quiet travel trend.' At the more extreme (and colder) end of the spectrum, you'll find White Desert, a carbon-neutral luxury camp outfit in Antarctica (accessible via private jet). Here, guests not only enjoy the privilege of total quiet (snow absorbs sound better than anything else), they get to experience what it feels like to be the only people on the planet. Let's not overlook the exhilarating daily excursions, six-course gourmet meals and one-on-one sessions with an on-site biokineticist. Prices start from Dhs252,000 per person for a six-day tour. Not convinced? Let me leave you with this thought. In a truly quiet location, it's possible to listen to more than 1,000 square miles at once. Sounds pretty cool, doesn't it?
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
One of the World's Most Famous National Parks Just Got a Brand-new Lodge With Bright-pink Glamping Tents
The camp's interior design is bold, with vibrant pops of color and statement furniture pieces that add a sense of playfulness. Guests can dine whenever they prefer, as meals are not served on a strict schedule. Located in Thornybush Nature Reserve, a private reserve within the Greater Kruger National Park, there are far fewer vehicles, making for a quieter and more private experience. The tents are extremely spacious and feature private plunge rose canvas, electric yellow tables, art deco-style chandeliers, magenta velvet couches, pink and white striped tented ceilings; forget neutrals and dark, earthy colors—this is a safari camp with a style of its own. Masiya's Camp officially opens on June 1, but I was one of the first guests to see it before it officially welcomes travelers. It's the latest camp from The Royal Portfolio, which owns a number of South African hotels and the Royal Malewane collection of safari lodges in Thornybush Nature Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger National Park. Masiya's Camp is the first tented camp in the collection. Though there were a couple of minor snags in the first days of opening, service in camp was excellent, fun, and on-point—something I've always found consistent at Royal Portfolio properties. The camp is named after the late Wilson Masiya, a certified Master Tracker (one of only 13 people in South Africa to hold the highest tracking qualification), who worked at Malewane Lodge since its opening in 1999. He arrived in the area with his family in 1977, having fled Mozambique's civil war and walked more than 80 miles through Kruger National Park, which shares a border with Mozambique. After a career that established him as one of the best trackers in the safari industry, Masiya passed away in 2015. The Royal Portfolio co-owner Liz Biden is responsible for the lodges' interiors and is known for her eclectic, colorful style. With Masiya's Camp, she threw the safari rulebook out, opting for a riot of color, textures, and patterns, as well as pan-African references that speak to the diversity of South Africa and the broader continent. The pink tents have been 'the talk of the bush,' joked duty manager Ray Mayer, as he showed me to my room. And while the camp's style may not be everyone's cup of tea, I think Biden's choices have paid off, setting Masiya's apart—in design terms, at least—in a sector that can feel quite stale. The tents—and the decks, in particular—are huge, ranging from 1,076 square feet to 2,476 square feet. When I say I must have clocked up a few hundred steps walking between the open-plan bathroom and the walk-in closet/dressing room on either side of the spacious tent, I'm only exaggerating a bit. Art is always a prominent feature in The Royal Portfolio hotels and lodges. Here, there are floral paintings by Zimbabwean artist Tafadzwa Tega, street fashion photography by South African Nontsikelelo Veleko, and dreamlike suburbia scenes by Kate Gottgens, also from South Africa. As much as the camp is an attraction in its own right, the safari experience is also top-notch, especially for first-timers hoping to see some of South Africa's most iconic animals. Over the course of two nights, I saw the Big Five (an old hunting term for the most dangerous animals to find on foot—elephants, rhinos, buffalos, lions, and leopards), and more. We had a coffee break by a waterhole where hippos were wallowing and a crocodile flawlessly imitated a log. We found lionesses gorging on a zebra carcass, the pride's youngsters already splayed out on their backs, showing rotund, white, fuzzy bellies. A young male elephant couldn't decide if we were worth intimidating as we sipped gin and tonic sundowners beneath a tangerine sky (after sizing us up and giving us a few head shakes, he sulkily crashed off into the trees). Back at camp, vervet monkeys had heard word of a new kitchen in town and were keen to join us for breakfast. Here's my full review of Masiya's Camp. There are six tents at Masiya's Camp. Each has a spacious, elevated deck with loungers, armchairs, and a heated plunge pool. It's common to see nyalas (a type of antelope) wandering along the thickly vegetated area in front of camp, and birds sipping from the pool. Tents one and two are furthest away from the main area, and tents five and four are closest; they're all linked with a raised boardwalk. The tents have an open plan, with curtain separators and floor-to-ceiling windows. At one end are king beds (which can be split into two twin beds) with mosquito net drapes, while the bathroom, with a standalone bathtub and indoor and outdoor showers, is at the other. A living area with plush couches and armchairs is in the middle. In some tents, there's an armchair so big, Mayer told me one of Biden's friends had dubbed it the 'elephant tranquilizer chair.' Each tent has its own color scheme—from the yellows and greens of tent five, where I stayed, to the pink florals of tent two. The wooden East African-style doors, Persian rugs, ornate Moroccan vases, bright artworks, and various knickknacks add to the camp's colorful maximalist vibe. There are also hidden pop-up TVs at the foot of the beds. Minibars are included in the room rate and are well stocked with teas and coffee, wines, spirits, soft drinks, and a range of snacks. Meals are served in the main area—a big open-plan space with dining on the deck or inside, where raspberry-hued velvet semi-circular booths are set around bright yellow tables. Meals are typically private, but your guide might sometimes join you for dinner. Or you may dine in your tent, if you prefer. The food was consistently good, and I appreciated the choice of light and vegetarian dishes (safaris are traditionally all about hearty, meat-based fare). Early mornings start with small bites—I highly recommend the grilled cheese sandwich with butter and Bovril, a salty beef-extract paste. After your game drive, guests can have a proper breakfast, which includes pastries, cheeses, fruit, and a choice of hot food. I had the avocado ricotta toast, with poached eggs. Lunch options might include crumbed eggplant with napoletana sauce and ricotta, and kingklip (a white fish) with grilled zucchini. There's a choice of three courses for dinner. One night, I had the braised cabbage (a bit too salty for my taste) with delicious lamb chops. On the second night, I had seared impala loin, melt-in-the-mouth oxtail with risotto, and I found room for a spoonful of the 'bush banoffee'—caramelized banana with Amarula, a South African liqueur similar to Baileys and a safari staple. I didn't see them in action, but there's a pizza oven and a large braai (South African barbecue) area on the deck. Wonder Mlambo is the head mixologist and your man for anything beverage-related. He whipped up a passionfruit-based mocktail for a fellow guest, while I stuck to the South African Sutherland and Copper Pot pinot noirs. Like any self-respecting South African high-end lodge, Masiya's has a large choice of excellent local wines. Every tent has a private pool, but a larger heated pool is also available in the main area, where guests will also find a little boutique stocked with clothes and accessories curated by Biden. The main activities are safari game drives. Guests have private vehicles and partner with a tracker/guide team for the duration of their stay. There are two game drives a day, one in the early morning, just after sunrise, and the other in the late afternoon, around 4 p.m. The late drive usually incorporates sundowners in the bush as the sun sets, a quintessential safari experience. It's possible to go on a bush walk, too. I didn't have the opportunity to do so on this trip, but you can expect an easy-going walk of an hour or so, during which you might get to examine the smaller elements of the bush, such as plants, birds and insects, and possibly come across larger animals, too (your guide will be armed, but guides and trackers are well-versed in reading wildlife). There are some conservation-related activities, too, that need to be booked in advance and come at an additional charge, such as visiting the counter-poaching dog unit and taking part in a poaching-deterrent rhino dehorning operation. There isn't a spa at Masiya's Camp, though I was told there will be one in the coming months. In the meantime, guests can use the Royal Waters Spa at nearby Malewane Lodge, which has three treatment rooms, a steam room, and hot and cold baths. The signature 180-minute Royal African Face and Body treatment involves a full body scrub, massage, and a facial. Alternatively, travelers can also book in-tent treatments—there's certainly enough room on the deck to set up a massage bed for an aromatherapy massage, or a deep tissue massage that incorporates the African knobkerrie stick to really get into those muscles. Children must be over 10 years old to stay here, unless you're booking the whole camp, in which case, any ages are allowed. There are no specific family-friendly offerings at Masiya's Camp, but babysitting is available. There are two tents, numbers five and six, that don't have any steps, though the main area does. A ramp will be installed, but currently, the camp is not suitable for wheelchair users. Masiya's Camp uses solar and hydronic energy for underfloor heating, air conditioning, and pool water heating. There are few single-use plastics in the rooms: water is in reusable glass bottles and soft drinks are all in cans. The floors are concrete-free, incorporating mixed-use waste materials instead. Masiya's Camp is located in Thornybush Nature Reserve, a private reserve within the Greater Kruger National Park in northeast South Africa. Kruger is known for its biodiversity and density of wildlife such as leopards and lions. It is also one of Africa's largest national parks, roughly the size of New Jersey. Since it's a private reserve, only camps and lodges based in the area can operate game drives, which makes it a lot quieter than the public national park. Guides can also drive after dark, take bush walks, and drive off-road if needed, which isn't possible in the national park. There are multiple ways to access Masiya's Camp. Guests can fly directly from Cape Town or Johannesburg to Hoedspruit Airport (HDS), which is about a 40-minute drive from the camp (Masiya's will arrange a pick-up service). Or you can charter a flight and land directly at Royal Malewane's private airstrip. The Royal Portfolio doesn't have a loyalty program. Nightly rates at Masiya's Camp start from $2,870 (R52,500) per person, based on two people sharing. All food and most drinks are included in the room rate. Every T+L hotel review is written by an editor or reporter who has stayed at the property, and each hotel selected aligns with our core values. Read the original article on Travel & Leisure
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Travel + Leisure
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Travel + Leisure
One of the World's Most Famous National Parks Just Got a Brand-new Lodge With Bright-pink Glamping Tents
The camp's interior design is bold, with vibrant pops of color and statement furniture pieces that add a sense of playfulness. Guests can dine whenever they prefer, as meals are not served on a strict schedule. Located in Thornybush Nature Reserve, a private reserve within the Greater Kruger National Park, there are far fewer vehicles, making for a quieter and more private experience. The tents are extremely spacious and feature private plunge pools. Dusky rose canvas, electric yellow tables, art deco-style chandeliers, magenta velvet couches, pink and white striped tented ceilings; forget neutrals and dark, earthy colors—this is a safari camp with a style of its own. Masiya's Camp officially opens on June 1, but I was one of the first guests to see it before it officially welcomes travelers. It's the latest camp from The Royal Portfolio, which owns a number of South African hotels and the Royal Malewane collection of safari lodges in Thornybush Nature Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger National Park. Masiya's Camp is the first tented camp in the collection. Though there were a couple of minor snags in the first days of opening, service in camp was excellent, fun, and on-point—something I've always found consistent at Royal Portfolio properties. The camp is named after the late Wilson Masiya, a certified Master Tracker (one of only 13 people in South Africa to hold the highest tracking qualification), who worked at Malewane Lodge since its opening in 1999. He arrived in the area with his family in 1977, having fled Mozambique's civil war and walked more than 80 miles through Kruger National Park, which shares a border with Mozambique. After a career that established him as one of the best trackers in the safari industry, Masiya passed away in 2015. The main living room space at Masiya's Camp. The Royal Portfolio co-owner Liz Biden is responsible for the lodges' interiors and is known for her eclectic, colorful style. With Masiya's Camp, she threw the safari rulebook out, opting for a riot of color, textures, and patterns, as well as pan-African references that speak to the diversity of South Africa and the broader continent. The pink tents have been 'the talk of the bush,' joked duty manager Ray Mayer, as he showed me to my room. And while the camp's style may not be everyone's cup of tea, I think Biden's choices have paid off, setting Masiya's apart—in design terms, at least—in a sector that can feel quite stale. The tents—and the decks, in particular—are huge, ranging from 1,076 square feet to 2,476 square feet. When I say I must have clocked up a few hundred steps walking between the open-plan bathroom and the walk-in closet/dressing room on either side of the spacious tent, I'm only exaggerating a bit. Art is always a prominent feature in The Royal Portfolio hotels and lodges. Here, there are floral paintings by Zimbabwean artist Tafadzwa Tega, street fashion photography by South African Nontsikelelo Veleko, and dreamlike suburbia scenes by Kate Gottgens, also from South Africa. As much as the camp is an attraction in its own right, the safari experience is also top-notch, especially for first-timers hoping to see some of South Africa's most iconic animals. Over the course of two nights, I saw the Big Five (an old hunting term for the most dangerous animals to find on foot—elephants, rhinos, buffalos, lions, and leopards), and more. We had a coffee break by a waterhole where hippos were wallowing and a crocodile flawlessly imitated a log. We found lionesses gorging on a zebra carcass, the pride's youngsters already splayed out on their backs, showing rotund, white, fuzzy bellies. A young male elephant couldn't decide if we were worth intimidating as we sipped gin and tonic sundowners beneath a tangerine sky (after sizing us up and giving us a few head shakes, he sulkily crashed off into the trees). Back at camp, vervet monkeys had heard word of a new kitchen in town and were keen to join us for breakfast. Here's my full review of Masiya's Camp. From left: The interior of a Masiya's Camp tented suite; the view from the tent. Heather Richardson/Travel + Leisure There are six tents at Masiya's Camp. Each has a spacious, elevated deck with loungers, armchairs, and a heated plunge pool. It's common to see nyalas (a type of antelope) wandering along the thickly vegetated area in front of camp, and birds sipping from the pool. Tents one and two are furthest away from the main area, and tents five and four are closest; they're all linked with a raised boardwalk. The tents have an open plan, with curtain separators and floor-to-ceiling windows. At one end are king beds (which can be split into two twin beds) with mosquito net drapes, while the bathroom, with a standalone bathtub and indoor and outdoor showers, is at the other. A living area with plush couches and armchairs is in the middle. In some tents, there's an armchair so big, Mayer told me one of Biden's friends had dubbed it the 'elephant tranquilizer chair.' A guest bedroom at Masiya's Camp. Each tent has its own color scheme—from the yellows and greens of tent five, where I stayed, to the pink florals of tent two. The wooden East African-style doors, Persian rugs, ornate Moroccan vases, bright artworks, and various knickknacks add to the camp's colorful maximalist vibe. There are also hidden pop-up TVs at the foot of the beds. Minibars are included in the room rate and are well stocked with teas and coffee, wines, spirits, soft drinks, and a range of snacks. From left: A lounge space at Masiya's Camp; avocado toast for breakfast. Heather Richardson/Travel + Leisure Meals are served in the main area—a big open-plan space with dining on the deck or inside, where raspberry-hued velvet semi-circular booths are set around bright yellow tables. Meals are typically private, but your guide might sometimes join you for dinner. Or you may dine in your tent, if you prefer. The food was consistently good, and I appreciated the choice of light and vegetarian dishes (safaris are traditionally all about hearty, meat-based fare). Early mornings start with small bites—I highly recommend the grilled cheese sandwich with butter and Bovril, a salty beef-extract paste. After your game drive, guests can have a proper breakfast, which includes pastries, cheeses, fruit, and a choice of hot food. I had the avocado ricotta toast, with poached eggs. Lunch options might include crumbed eggplant with napoletana sauce and ricotta, and kingklip (a white fish) with grilled zucchini. There's a choice of three courses for dinner. One night, I had the braised cabbage (a bit too salty for my taste) with delicious lamb chops. On the second night, I had seared impala loin, melt-in-the-mouth oxtail with risotto, and I found room for a spoonful of the 'bush banoffee'—caramelized banana with Amarula, a South African liqueur similar to Baileys and a safari staple. I didn't see them in action, but there's a pizza oven and a large braai (South African barbecue) area on the deck. Wonder Mlambo is the head mixologist and your man for anything beverage-related. He whipped up a passionfruit-based mocktail for a fellow guest, while I stuck to the South African Sutherland and Copper Pot pinot noirs. Like any self-respecting South African high-end lodge, Masiya's has a large choice of excellent local wines. Lounge chairs by a suite's private pool. Every tent has a private pool, but a larger heated pool is also available in the main area, where guests will also find a little boutique stocked with clothes and accessories curated by Biden. The main activities are safari game drives. Guests have private vehicles and partner with a tracker/guide team for the duration of their stay. There are two game drives a day, one in the early morning, just after sunrise, and the other in the late afternoon, around 4 p.m. The late drive usually incorporates sundowners in the bush as the sun sets, a quintessential safari experience. It's possible to go on a bush walk, too. I didn't have the opportunity to do so on this trip, but you can expect an easy-going walk of an hour or so, during which you might get to examine the smaller elements of the bush, such as plants, birds and insects, and possibly come across larger animals, too (your guide will be armed, but guides and trackers are well-versed in reading wildlife). There are some conservation-related activities, too, that need to be booked in advance and come at an additional charge, such as visiting the counter-poaching dog unit and taking part in a poaching-deterrent rhino dehorning operation. There isn't a spa at Masiya's Camp, though I was told there will be one in the coming months. In the meantime, guests can use the Royal Waters Spa at nearby Malewane Lodge, which has three treatment rooms, a steam room, and hot and cold baths. The signature 180-minute Royal African Face and Body treatment involves a full body scrub, massage, and a facial. Alternatively, travelers can also book in-tent treatments—there's certainly enough room on the deck to set up a massage bed for an aromatherapy massage, or a deep tissue massage that incorporates the African knobkerrie stick to really get into those muscles. Children must be over 10 years old to stay here, unless you're booking the whole camp, in which case, any ages are allowed. There are no specific family-friendly offerings at Masiya's Camp, but babysitting is available. There are two tents, numbers five and six, that don't have any steps, though the main area does. A ramp will be installed, but currently, the camp is not suitable for wheelchair users. Masiya's Camp uses solar and hydronic energy for underfloor heating, air conditioning, and pool water heating. There are few single-use plastics in the rooms: water is in reusable glass bottles and soft drinks are all in cans. The floors are concrete-free, incorporating mixed-use waste materials instead. Masiya's Camp is located in Thornybush Nature Reserve, a private reserve within the Greater Kruger National Park in northeast South Africa. Kruger is known for its biodiversity and density of wildlife such as leopards and lions. It is also one of Africa's largest national parks, roughly the size of New Jersey. Since it's a private reserve, only camps and lodges based in the area can operate game drives, which makes it a lot quieter than the public national park. Guides can also drive after dark, take bush walks, and drive off-road if needed, which isn't possible in the national park. There are multiple ways to access Masiya's Camp. Guests can fly directly from Cape Town or Johannesburg to Hoedspruit Airport (HDS), which is about a 40-minute drive from the camp (Masiya's will arrange a pick-up service). Or you can charter a flight and land directly at Royal Malewane's private airstrip. The Royal Portfolio doesn't have a loyalty program. Nightly rates at Masiya's Camp start from $2,870 (R52,500) per person, based on two people sharing. All food and most drinks are included in the room rate. Every T+L hotel review is written by an editor or reporter who has stayed at the property, and each hotel selected aligns with our core values.
