Blog articles by Claudia Smargiasso

Claudia Smargiasso

Claudia is a freelance content strategist, digital marketer, and writer who has spent nearly two decades crafting stories for luxury travel, tourism, and lifestyle brands. At Asilia, she brings East African safari experiences to life through compelling blog content and brand storytelling. A South African with Italian roots, now based in the Netherlands, she brings a global perspective to every piece she writes. Off the clock, she's usually planning her next adventure or diving into a good book

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A Pride of lions relaxing with their cub in the Serengeti A Pride of lions relaxing with their cub in the Serengeti
Wildlife & Conservation, Destinations, Photography | June 2026

Experiencing the Lions of the Serengeti 

A smiling Asilia guide, Ruaha National Park, Tanzania. A smiling Asilia guide, Ruaha National Park, Tanzania.
Planning Your Trip, Experiences | June 2026

The Complete Safari Tipping Guide for East Africa 

A small elephant shrew walks over dry grass A small elephant shrew walks over dry grass
Wildlife & Conservation, Experiences | May 2026

The Little Five: Discovering East Africa’s Micro Marvels 

Sayari Camp, Northern Serengeti, Pool deck, walkway, between the trees Sayari Camp, Northern Serengeti, Pool deck, walkway, between the trees
Our Camps, Planning Your Trip | April 2026

Namiri Plains, Sayari, or Dunia? Choosing the Perfect Asilia Camp for Your Serengeti Stay 

A chef inspects leafy greens growing in vertical garden towers within a lush, sustainable camp garden. A chef inspects leafy greens growing in vertical garden towers within a lush, sustainable camp garden.
Our Camps, Wildlife & Conservation, Experiences | April 2026

The Safari Kitchen Garden: Meet the Lodges Growing Their Own Food 

Close-up of a plated lunch at Sayari Camp on a wooden table, featuring golden croquettes with dipping sauce, fresh mixed salads in wooden bowls, and vibrant vegetables, set outdoors in warm natural light. Close-up of a plated lunch at Sayari Camp on a wooden table, featuring golden croquettes with dipping sauce, fresh mixed salads in wooden bowls, and vibrant vegetables, set outdoors in warm natural light.
Planning Your Trip, Experiences, Our Camps | April 2026

Navigating Dietary Restrictions in the Wild: Vegan, Gluten-Free, and Halal Safaris 

A lone elephant in the Mara Naboisho Conservancy, Kenya A lone elephant in the Mara Naboisho Conservancy, Kenya
Planning Your Trip, Experiences, The Great Migration | April 2026

The Honest Guide to Safari Timing: Is Peak Season Worth the Premium?  

The Retreats at Sayari offer exclusivity and flexibility for families and friends. The Retreats at Sayari offer exclusivity and flexibility for families and friends.
Our Camps, Planning Your Trip | March 2026

Private Villa vs Luxury Lodge: Why Exclusive-Use is the Smarter Choice for Families 

A male lion in the morning light of the Serengeti National Park. A male lion in the morning light of the Serengeti National Park.
Experiences | March 2026

Why I Travel: 10 Reasons My Heart Always Returns to the Wild 

A guest enjoys the view from the elevated bridge in Oliver's Camp, Tarangire National Park. A guest enjoys the view from the elevated bridge in Oliver's Camp, Tarangire National Park.
Planning Your Trip, Experiences | March 2026

Top Activities to Do on Safari with Teenagers 2026 

Ruaha National Park solo female traveller spotting an elepehant near a tree Ruaha National Park solo female traveller spotting an elepehant near a tree
Planning Your Trip | March 2026

What Vaccinations Do You Need for an East Africa Safari in 2026?  

A women sits beneath a tree on the shore of Lake Victoria at Rubondo Island Camp, Tanzania. A women sits beneath a tree on the shore of Lake Victoria at Rubondo Island Camp, Tanzania.
Experiences, Our Camps | March 2026

Wellness in the Wild: Ultimate Wellness Safaris