Monthly Archives: April 2011
Maasai Mara’s Big Cats Star in the Disneynature Film “African Cats”
Disneynature did it again! An extraordinary look into Africa’s wildlife. But this time I was disappointed. Perhaps my expectations were too high. Disney’s cinema-photography, especially aerial footage over the Rift Valley, is spectacular and captivating. The movie’s release coincided with Earth Day, but … Continue reading
Woodland Park Zoo Elephants Endure Deplorable Living Conditions as Release Efforts Continue
No word can adequately describe the hideous life that Bamboo, Watoto and Chai endure in Seattle’s Woodland Park Zoo. Imagine a prisoner who ends up in solitary confinement. A tiny cell barely big enough to turn around. No social interaction. … Continue reading
Launch Contest to Celebrate Makena Safari Tales’ New Blog
Exquisite photography, provocative articles, in-depth travel guides and a myriad of other features make Travel Africa magazine an invaluable resource. For those of us who live and breathe Africa this magazine is true treasure, but it’s published in the UK … Continue reading
African Elephants Define What Family is all About
A friend of mine sent me this video, which I just have to share. A poignant reminder that it’s not just humans who know what family means. We are so blessed to share this world with such magnificent creatures. Female … Continue reading
Dame Daphne Sheldrick’s Animal Orphanage Makes it to IMAX
The Sheldrick WildlifeTrust’s precious infant elephants are now galumphing across IMAX screens everywhere. The latest 3D IMAX movie “Born To Be Wild” was unveiled over the weekend. It’s a poignant view into the lives of two extraordinary women and … Continue reading
