Highlights from 10 years of travel blogging Reflecting on a decade of travel blogging is like revisiting a meticulously curated scrapbook filled with memories, lessons, and adventures. Over the years, the journey of sharing experiences, tips, and insights has not only enriched my life but also taught me invaluable lessons that extend far beyond the […]
Travellers’ Tales – Meet Vanessa Morgan from Traveling Cats I created the “Travellers’ Tales” section to give other travellers an opportunity to talk about their travels on my blog. Today I would like to introduce you to Vanessa, a travel blogger based in Brussels, Belgium. She blogs at Traveling Cats. I would love to hear about your travels […]
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The Big 5 of Africa How well do you know your wildlife? If bush jargon confuses you, then this guide to African wildlife will give you the basic information you need to know before your safari, and answer some commonly asked wildlife questions. Although I discuss the Big 5 of Africa , I will also […]
Zaariah Estate Review A rooster crows proclaiming the start of a new day as the hens scurry around him. Horses and cows make their way to the water for a drink, while on the other side of the dam, a herd of antelopes mirrors their actions. Overhead, water birds gracefully descend onto the water to […]
Want to know to plan an international trip yourself? See my tips here... These days, so many travel agencies seem to be closing down while leaving customers out of pocket. The good news is booking a trip yourself has become infinitely easier with the Internet. However, people often say that they prefer to use travel […]
London is a family-friendly city with loads of things to do with kids. This is what my kids enjoyed on their first visit to London - in random order. However, if you don't have kids with you, then you will still enjoy them. 9 Best things to do in London with kids (or without) 1. […]
Wondering how to see Lisbon in one day or what the 10 best things to do in Lisbon are? Read my recommendations below. Lisbon was not on our initial Spain and Portugal plan, however since it was en route from Seville to Porto, from where we would fly out to Dubai, we decided to include […]
Top 10 things to do in Venice It is difficult to choose just 10 things to do in Venice. From my last whirlwind visit to Venice about 18 years ago, I just remember being serenaded with “Sole Mio” on a gondola ride through the canals and posing for old-fashioned non-digital photos in St Mark’s Square. This […]