Africa
Safari adventures, ancient civilisations, tribal cultures, and landscapes unlike anywhere else on Earth. Africa rewards the bold traveler.
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Mauritius Road Trip Itinerary: A 5-Day Nature-Filled Escape for Curious Travelers
Cruise Mauritius’ coast, chase waterfalls, and find hidden gems. Scenic roads, epic stops—this road trip is pure island magic!
Morocco Itinerary 7 Days: Explore Casablanca, Chefchaouen, Fez & Meknes in One Week
Experience the magic of Moroccan cities in just one week! From the bustling souks to ancient palaces, discover the best places to visit!
Ultimate Gabon Safari Guide: Loango National Park & Libreville Tour
Discover Gabon's wild beauty on a 6-day safari in Loango National Park with this ultimate travel guide.
Discover Cameroon: A 4-Day Itinerary to Ekom-Nkam Waterfalls & Douala’s Hidden Gems
Discover the best of Cameroon with our travel guide, featuring the stunning Ekom-Nkam Waterfalls and a 4-day itinerary for Douala.
Lalibela Churches & Ethiopia Travel Guide: Solo, Safe, & Spiritual
Discover the awe-inspiring Lalibela Churches in Ethiopia, carved with divine precision from solid rock. Immerse yourself in the rich history
My Journey Through Djibouti’s Danakil Depression & Lake Assal
Experience the raw beauty of Djibouti's Danakil Depression on a budget! Discover the surreal landscapes of Lac Abbe and Lake Assal.
Welcome to the Youngest Country in the World: South Sudan Travel with the Mundari Tribe
Learn about the captivating rituals and customs of the Mundari people, one of the largest ethnic groups in South Sudan.
Travel Guide to Discover the Wonders of Algeria
Our trips are always about seeing the world differently. Going off the main tourist trail in Africa and discovering the non-touristy countries on this continent is one of my most favorite things to do. Period. Not surprisingly, it wasn’t Tunisia or Morocco but Algeria that caught this intrepid travelers attention. Hiking up in Djanet, Algeria Algeria is ridiculously under the radar. A country which offers some of the friendliest people in the world in places you wouldn’t expect, amazingly...
Gorilla Trekking in DRC via Rwanda: A Soulful Solo Journey into Africa's Untamed Wild
In the depths of my soul-stirring wanderlust, I found myself irresistibly drawn to a destination shrouded in complexity and enigma —a...
The Ultimate Itinerary for Madagascar
While building a Madagascar itinerary, there are two kinds of people: The first who think of the DreamWorks movie… and the second, who hear David Attenborough narrating as they spot lemurs and chameleons in the jungle. It should come as no surprise to anyone who’s followed us for a while — we’re the latter. This was the one and only reason we took this trip, and it did not disappoint . Madagascar is not for the faint-hearted. It's raw, wild, and unpredictable — and that’s exactly why we loved...
Malawi: The Underrated Safari Destination You’ve Never Heard Of
We’ve taken many trips as a family, but this was my first solo journey with mom —just us girls—and to no surprise, it was to my favorite...
Visiting the Lost Pyramids of Meroe – A Travel Guide to Sudan
Once the largest country on the African continent, today, talk to Sudan conjures up images of brutal dictatorships or comparisons to Egypt.
Comoros Tourism: Why This Island Nation Deserves Your Bucket List
There are 197 recognized countries on Earth and over 8 billion people. To be one of the 10 least visited countries in the world is no...
West Africa Travel Guide: Ghana, Togo & Benin Cultural Itinerary
This trip was our first taste of West Africa. A region filled with flamboyant festivals, ancient belief systems, vibrant art, and diverse...
Africa's Best Kept Secret: Sao Tome & Principe
This isn’t the Maldives , Seychelles , or Mozambique. This is São Tomé — and it lives up to its slogan of “a well-kept secret.” Tucked...
Exploring Somaliland: Visa Info, FlyDubai Flights & Solo Travel Tips
Negative emotions about a place are often rooted in fear and it holds us hostage, preventing us from discovering magical places like Somalil
Eritrea Travel Guide: What to Know Before You Go
When you stop looking at travel as “holidays”, the possibilities for REAL stories & experiences are endless. Below you will find my...
Lord of the Drums: A Solo Trip to Burundi and Lake Tanganyika
As I sat beside the Livingstone-Stanley monument, an iconic location just a short drive from the capital, I realized that for the first...
Victoria Falls Hotel Review: Ilala Lodge & Palm River Hotel
A Stay at Two Iconic Victoria Falls Hotels For our trip to Zimbabwe, we stayed at Ilala Lodge and Palm River Hotel , two sister...
How to visit Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
Part four and the final stretch of our amazing Southern Africa trip. Let’s call this adrenaline and indulgence. This country was meant to...
A Trip to the Elephant Capital of the World – Botswana Safari Adventure
Part Three of Our Africa Leg – The Botswana Safari . This leg of our African adventure was all about the Botswana safari experience — a...
Victoria Falls Hotel Review: Ilala Lodge & Palm River Hotel
For our trip to Zimbabwe, we stayed at the Ilala Lodge and the Palm River Hotel , two sister properties situated on the banks of the...
Chobe Safari Lodge Review: A Perfect Stay in Botswana
A Memorable Stay at Chobe Safari Lodge For our third safari leg in Botswana, we picked the Chobe Safari Lodge for our stay. This...
'Switzerland of Africa' - Lesotho
Part two of our Africa Leg took us to a practically unknown yet magical country - Lesotho. Allow me to introduce you to Lesotho. This...
72 hours in Cape Town, South Africa
Welcome to part one of our four-part Southern African series. Let’s call this part "The Cityscape." 1. Why Cape Town Was Worth the Hype...
Make the Most of Your Trip to Egypt: Six Days Exploring Ancient Wonders
January 2022 Join us on a mesmerizing trip to Egypt—where history, adventure, and myth converge across Cairo, Aswan, and Luxor. If you...
The Jewel of Southern Africa Adventure: Zambia
December 2021 Seven trips. Five continents. Ten countries (it should have been thirteen but that is a frustrating story for another day)....
Our Last Trip of the Year: Exploring Victoria Falls Zambia
Our last trip of the year took us to yet another off the beaten track country in Africa. This time we landed in Zambia , only to be...
Things to Do in Seychelles: Travel Guide with Itinerary, Visa, Cost & Best Beaches
June 2021 Welcome to Seychelles - a tropical haven that gave us a reprieve from the ordinary and shoved us straight into the laps of...
Africa Uganda: The Pearl of Africa Uncovered
Back from country number 41 and it was by far the most epic adventure we have had since Antarctica in December, 2019. At the end of last...
Stone Town Zanzibar Travel Guide: 5-Day Itinerary & Highlights
Jambo!! You will hear this a million times during your trip. The warm smiles and welcoming nature of people in Zanzibar is an entire...
Masai Mara Safari: A First-Timer’s Guide to Kenya’s Wild Wonderland
Masai Mara safari In August 2017, we made our way to Kenya for the very first time — and with it, our very first experience in Africa ....
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