Blog > Kathryn Burrington
We’re delighted to announce this year’s winners of our prestigious Hotel Awards, recognising our top performing hotels for their continued commitment. Read more
Kathryn, from our Marketing Department, returns to The Gambia on holiday and discovers new experiences and a lovely new restaurant. Read more
Bijilo Forest Park, or Monkey Park as it's commonly called, is well known to visitors to The Gambia but it's under threat and needs your help to survive. Read more
Piers Golden, a fabulous photographer who has visited several of our destinations, most recently journeyed to Casamance in Senegal to visit Esperanto Lodge. Read more
We are delighted to be nominated once again for the British Travel Awards this year as the 'Best Holiday Company to Africa'. Read more
Thanks to a charity auction at AITO’s annual conference held in Portugal, a whopping £2,300 was raised, bringing solar-powered lighting to two Gambian villages. Read more
Kombo Beach Hotel presents three nights of jazz, blues and soul with live performances from two wonderful artists, Curtis Darby and Mo’reen. Read more
On International Happiness Day we'd like to share some smiles from The Smiling Coast of Africa. Read more
Located on a tributary of The River Gambia in the heart of Makasutu Forest, holidays to Mandina Lodges during April offer long hours of sunshine, low humidity, and plenty of wildlife to enjoy. Read more
The perfect end to a West African honeymoon, Kathryn from our Marketing department shares her experience of the lovely clifftop boutique hotel, Ngala Lodge. Read more
The Bansang Hospital Appeal (BHA) is an award-winning charity, dedicated to improving healthcare in the remote region of The Gambia some 150 miles inland. Read more
Kathryn from our marketing department recently returned from honeymoon in The Gambia and Senegal. Here she shares her experience of Fathala Wildlife Reserve. Read more
Kathryn from our marketing department recently returned from honeymoon in The Gambia and Senegal. Here she shares her photos from Mandina Lodges. Read more
Thanks to the Rotary Club of Boston St. Botolph, another village benefits from solar powered lights. Read more
We believe that to get the most out of a holiday in The Gambia, our guests should venture beyond the beaches and experience more. The wildlife in The Gambia is a fantastic place to start. Read more
We are delighted to announce that the village of Karantaba is the latest to benefit from the sustainable initiative, ‘Light up a Village’. Read more
Here we share our suggestions of hotels perfectly suited to birdwatchers, highlighting some of their differences to help you select your perfect property. Read more
Are you planning a group trip to The Gambia? Whether you are a charity, bird watchers or school there are many benefits of booking your group with us. Read more
Rustic – maybe. Personal service – of course. All mod cons – possibly not. But without a doubt, a certain something that raises it above the norm. Read more
With our all-inclusive holidays and dining packages, budgeting for your holiday in The Gambia may be easier than you think. Read more
Last month, Katy and Chris Roberts were made honourary citizens of Banjul in recognition of their charitable work helping deprived children in The Gambia. Read more
One reason I enjoy visiting The Gambia so much is the vibrant musical tradition found there, especially is the rhythm of the djembes. Read more
Kathryn, from our Marketing Department, takes a nostalgic look through some of her favourite photographs from over 10 years of visiting The Gambia. Read more
Wind your way around the labyrinth of alleyways lined with ramshackle stalls as you explore the Royal Albert Market in The Gambia. Read more
Today we are delighted to share with you some photos from Kiang Manduar village in the Lower River Region, the latest village to benefit from solar powered lighting via our Community Development Fund. Read more
We are often asked when the best time of year is to go The Gambia? With temperatures around 30°C year-round, the short, simple answer would be anytime! Read more
Do you find that seven nights away simply isn’t enough, but you can rarely spare the time for a two-week break? Read more
Earlier this year the Amadu Bansang Jobarteh School of Music opened its doors to the first of its pupils. During my last trip to The Gambia, I paid them a visit. Read more
One of my favourites beach bars come restaurants to visit in The Gambia, Calypso is in an idyllic spot, surrounded by wildlife, by Cape Point Beach. Read more
Though common in The Gambia, the Hooded Vulture is considered critically endangered globally. Here we look a little closer at this intriguing bird. Read more
Drift along through the mangrove creeks, sipping a cool Julbrew while keeping one eye out for spoonbills or even a Goliath Heron... Read more
Markets, school visits, crocodiles and beautiful beaches, the 6 Tours in 1 Excursion is a fabulous introduction to Gambian life and culture. Read more
On this International Women’s Day I’d like to share the story about some inspiring women in The Gambia. Read more
A selection of photographs which highlight the beauty of wildlife in The Gambia, this World Wildlife Day. Read more
Learn more about Gambia's beautiful beaches... Read more
A wonderful day at a friend's traditional West African wedding in The Gambia. Read more
The Gambia is a great choice for a romantic Valentine's break, where you can get a nice big dose of African sunshine... Read more
Relax, unwind and renew in the luxurious surroundings of one of Gambia's top spas. Read more
Not everyone realises how easy it can be to make a few small changes to your habits to become a more responsible traveller. Here are our top ten tips for holidaying responsibly in The Gambia. Read more
Earlier this year, musician Sona Jobarteh, from London, announced the coming of a new song and video to be dedicated to her ancestral home, The Gambia, which she works hard to promote. Read more
Whether you're quite the twitcher, or simply love to experience a little bit of local wildlife, then come and see what The Gambia has to offer. Read more
With no worries about preparing the festive feast (and no washing up afterwards), a winter sun Yuletide in the African sunshine is very appealing. Read more
A great opportunity for avid wildlife photographers. Read more
Find out more about baobab and Aduna, a company who's mission is to create demand for under-utilised natural products from small producers in rural Africa. Read more
Last month The Gambia Experience’s School Development Fund donated a total of £3,886 to four schools in The Gambia. Read more
We showcase the Brufut Education Project and the incredible initiatives they run in The Gambia. Read more
Delight your taste buds and expand your culinary experiences in The Gambia. Read more
Set amongst green gardens and right on the beach, Lemon Creek is a welcome addition to our property collection. Read more
We profile the Western Red Colobus Monkey, one of The Gambia's most incredible inhabitants, yet sadly now an endangered species. Read more
A profile on the Western Grey Plantain-Eater, one of many fascinating birds in The Gambia. Read more
Highlighting one aspect of Gambia's wonderful culture. Read more
Introducing the Red-billed Hornbill, another of the many beautiful and fascinating birds in The Gambia. Read more
This morning 500 prosthetic limbs are starting the 4,000 miles journey from the UK to The Gambia. Read more
Thanks to James Fisher for his contribution to our 'Birds of The Gambia' series with this beautiful image of an African Paradise Flycatcher. Read more
Find out more about this stunning bird, including where and when you can spot it. Read more
Glowing accounts from a group of travel bloggers' stay at Mandina Lodges, nestled in the Makasutu forest. Read more
Pat, our first volunteer is helping small businesses to improve their administration and accountancy skills. Read more
The Gambia is well known as 'the smiling coast' and not without good reason. Gambians are among the friendliest people you could hope to meet. Read more
Kathryn from our marketing department shares her experience of sponsoring a child in The Gambia. Read more
Kathryn, one of our Gambian Experts, reviews her experience of 'Cooking With Ida', a popular excursion which offers a great insight into Gambian life. Read more
Kathryn from our marketing department was invited by the Camarra family to a very important event - the initiation of their sons. Read more
