Marketing Manager

Caroline Hegney

Caroline studied PR at University and before pursuing a career in marketing, followed her wanderlust to Asia. Years of holidaying around Europe meant she wanted to go further afield, taking herself travelling around Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam and Laos. Experiencing new cultures and places only ignited Caroline's need to see more and she is keen to tick every continent off her bucket list. Caroline joined Mahlatini in 2018 and is delighted to be spending her days surrounded by four of her passions - marketing, travel, wildlife and conservation.

Caroline joined Mahlatini in 2018 and is delighted to be spending her days surrounded by four of her passions - marketing, travel, wildlife and conservation. She loves the unique challenge of working for a Belfast born company with a global client base and being involved in a variety of marketing channels. Having worked for marketing agencies before joining the team, Caroline has worked across multiple industries but says the luxury African travel sector is incomparable!

African Destinations Visited

Maasai Mara
Laikipia Plateau
Nairobi

Most Memorable Trip

My most memorable trip would have to be my first safari, which was in the iconic Maasai Mara, Kenya. The wildlife sightings were incredible, and we even got to witness 2 week old lion cubs in their hidden den with lioness mum who was having a much-deserved snooze. I couldn’t help but get teary eyed when I heard their sweet mewls and yelps.

Top Of My Bucket-List

I would love to experience gorilla trekking in Rwanda and witness these endangered creatures in their natural habitat. Staying in the Bisate Lodge would be a bonus and I can't help but feel like their thatched-pod, style rooms might just be my natural habitat!

"Elephants! I have always been fascinated by these beautiful giants and after visiting a sanctuary in Laos, I fell head over heels. Their emotional range is so touching. "

Favourite Safari Animal

"It has to be a good Irish whiskey with a single ice cub. A taste of home and delightfully warming as the evening chill settles in."

Sundowner Of Choice

"It has to be Abu Camp in the exclusive Okavango Delta. Abu is a pioneer in elephant conservation and is home to a resident herd who stay in the camps area voluntarily."

Favourite Property

Top Travel Tip

For long haul flights I always ensure my skin is clean and fresh and I even bring a moisturising tissue mask. This combined with drinking plenty of water ensures I get off the flight feeling fresh and ready to explore. I also never travel without my reusable water bottle.

The Best Part Of My Job

Working for a company and alongside a team who are genuinely passionate about conservation and sustainable travel. Working with such an amazing, exciting product offering, but knowing it is genuinely contributing towards the preservation and regeneration of wildlife, wildlands and local communities.