Searching through the jungles of Bwindi during our Uganda guide, we aimed to see some of the most scarce animals on Earth. The critically endangered Mountain Gorillas are not like the typical safari. Feelings go numb, and you are speechless at first sight. It is the highlight of our time in Africa. After the Gorilla experience, we go …
Cape Town is on the up and up. It is the place to be. With all the amenities one could wish for, excellent tourism industry, great food, all at a great price with a little grit of Africa. Ok, maybe a lot of grit. But that’s what makes Cape Town so special. Cape Town is …
If you’re planning a trip to visit Egypt, of course, you’ll have to visit the Nile River! It’s the longest river in the world, spanning 11 different countries, and is incredibly important to Egyptians for both sustenance and transportation. And the best way to see the Nile is from aboard a luxury cruise sailing between …
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Prior to stepping on board the Sonesta Star Goddess Cruise ship in Aswan, traveling around Egypt had been quite a bit more difficult than we originally anticipated. The constant touts shouted at us to get in their taxi, ride their horse-drawn carriage, or buy their Egyptian scarf. We haggled over prices for everything from a …
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One of the most unusual tribes remaining in Africa, the Himba tribe, has a large population in Northern Namibia. Roughly 50,000 people from this indigenous tribe remain between Namibia and Angola today. They have retained many traditions and at the same time adapted to modern influences. Opuwo, a small town in Northern Namibia, is the …
Looking for paradise in Madagascar? Look no further, Ile aux Nattes is calling your name. This small island is directly next to the more commonly known island of Ile Saint Marie. It is simply paradise. It is affordable, has a small village that retains its Malagasy traditions and culture, it’s very clean, friendly, and best …
While perusing through Instagram, it’s impossible to miss the absolutely gorgeous photos of Morocco! Colorful doorways, luxurious riads, spectacular mosques, intricate architecture, and vibrant markets are just a few of the classic photo opportunities in this amazing country. We spent 6 weeks in Morocco and took countless photos in order to bring you a list …
Known for its beaches, culture, and food, Mauritius is an excellent holiday destination. The northwest and southwest have the best beaches and best infrastructure for tourism. The east coast has charm and fishing villages that show authentic island roots. We spent one week attempting to find the best beach on the island. There were so …
“You have very poor fashion sense!” the restaurant tout yelled at me angrily after I refused to sit down to eat. He had been aggressively pestering me and using his body to keep me from passing which meant there was no chance in hell I’d be dining there. He was right about my outfit. In …
Namibia was on our bucket list for about a year before we had the opportunity to visit. We kept seeing gorgeous photos on Instagram, we read countless blogs about road tripping around the country, and we figured that camping in remote areas while surrounded by wildlife was unreal. We also did our research and learned …
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