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The author describes travel in Mozambique in 2013, and mentions the country's economic conditions, foreign investment, and islands. Hotels, restaurants, and architecture in Mozambique are discussed, as well as tourism in the capital city Maputo, the country's cultures, and postcolonial influences. Food, scuba diving, and festivals in Mozambique are also mentioned.

The article discusses walking safaris in Zimbabwe. The training methods used for safari guides are examined, which include studying under master guides, gaining experience with animals, and passing a field exam. Zimbabwe's economic and political history are explored in terms of the impact on the safari industry, as the author states that a more stable economy has improved the country's tourism. The author's experiences on safaris and working with guides Dave Christensen and Stretch Ferreira are included.

The article discusses the culture of Osaka, Japan, as of June 30, 2013, with a focus on the restaurant genre kappo, in which the chef prepares meals in front of patrons. Topics include the Wayoyuzen Nakamura restaurant and its small-counter service, Japanese cuisine such as horumon, and culinary traditions in which all parts of the animal are valued. INSET: DINING IN OSAKA.

The article looks at the trend of traditional men's custom suit making and tailoring in the Neapolitan Italian style in Japan. Many Asian tailors travel to Naples, Italy to apprentice in suit-making studios. Topics include the influence of the Italian suit brand Attolini, the differences between tailoring style in Japan and Italy, and tailors who hand-sew instead of using sewing machines.

The article discusses Luvo Ntezo, a sommelier based in Cape Town, South Africa, with information on the wine preferences of the newly affluent black professional class in postapartheid South Africa. Topics include Ntezo's recommendations of wineries in South Africa; information on the wine industry in South Africa; and Ntezo's training for international sommelier competitions.