The Ultimate Day in Nairobi, Kenya
Many travelers to Kenya simply fly into Nairobi and immediately hop on a connecting flight to their safari camp in the Maasai Mara or elsewhere,…
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Destinations: Africa
Gorilla Trekking and Staying at One&Only Gorilla’s Nest
What an experience. I still can’t believe I had the opportunity to go gorilla trekking in Rwanda. It truly was the trip of a lifetime, and one…
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Hotel Review: Staying at One&Only Nyungwe House in Rwanda
While most people visit Rwanda primarily to go gorilla trekking, adding a visit to Nyungwe Forest National Park is well worth it if you can spare a…
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The Ultimate Rwanda Travel Guide: Itineraries, Logistics, Where to Stay
Rwanda is a destination on many people’s bucket list for the unique opportunity to see rare mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. In…
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Safari at Kafunta River Lodge in South Luangwa National Park
Located in east Zambia, South Luangwa National Park is one of the country’s most-visited destinations, well-known for its walking safaris and…
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Guide to Lilongwe, Malawi: Eat, Drink, Stay
The capital of Malawi, Lilongwe is also the country’s most populated city (~1 million residents). I’ll admit that it is not much of a…
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Visiting Lake Malawi During the Pandemic
I visited Malawi in April 2021, after I had been fortunate enough to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. It was my first international trip in over…
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Cape Town Guide: My Favorite Places to Eat, Drink, Stay and Play
I first visited Cape Town in early May 2019. It was my first time in Africa but I just knew I would love Cape Town. Beautiful beaches, scenic hiking…
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Solo Weekend on Bazaruto Island in Mozambique
After ten weeks of aggressive travel, I was ready to relax. I wanted sun, beach, and, well, the freedom to do absolutely nothing for a couple days.…
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Wine Tasting in Stellenbosch
I of course could not go to South Africa without spending some time in wine country. I had heard great things about the Stellenbosch valley, which…
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