Island of Mozambique | Detailed Guide for an Unforgettable Time-Warp Getaway
Ilha de Mocambique, or Mozambique Island, is an evocative destination like no other! Discover why, plus helpful tips for making the most of your stay.
Africa
8 Reasons to Visit Jambiani Beach | Zanzibar’s Best Beach Hideaway
Planning an unforgettable trip to Zanzibar? Don’t miss Jambiani Beach! Why you should visit plus helpful tips for making the most of your stay.
Mbuyuni Beach Village | We Were Blown Away By This Zanzibar Beach Stay
Looking for an affordable beach stay with deluxe amenities on the beach in Zanzibar? Check out Mbuyuni Beach Village. Our review plus tips for your stay.
Byoona Amagara | Visiting an Island Oasis on Lake Bunyonyi
Uganda’s Lake Bunyonyi is a natural wonderland and Byoona Amagara is an amazing place to soak it up! Detailed guide for an unforgettable stay.
Eden in Uganda | Ultimate Visitor Guide to Experiencing Sipi Falls
Planning an unforgettable trip to Uganda? Don’t miss Sipi Falls! Detailed info for self-guided hiking, how to hire a local guide, best stays & more!
Shela Village | A Bohemian Beach Paradise on Lamu Island
Discover stunning and chic Shela on Lamu Island. Evocative beaches, top stays, and what you need to know for an unforgettable Kenya Coast getaway.
Ultimate Cape Town Itinerary | For the Perfect South Africa Getaway
Planning an unforgettable week in Cape Town, South Africa? Here’s the only Cape Town itinerary you need packed with all the essentials.
Sani Pass Day Trip: A Harrowing High-Elevation Adventure Into Lesotho
A Sani Pass day trip is a harrowing high-elevation adventure into Lesotho. But should you spring for the tour or DIY? What you need to know.
Addo Elephant National Park
We spend a day driving through Addo Elephant National Park to try and catch a glimpse of at least one of the Big Five and it far exceeded our expectations!
Malealea Lodge & Pony Trekking in Lesotho
A visit to Malealea Lodge in the Mountain Kingdom of Lesotho is nothing less than magical. What to expect plus helpful tips for your stay.
The Old Swahili Isle Of Lamu
Lamu, Kenya. It’s magical, it’s mysterious, it’s endangered. Travel tips and what to expect from a visit to one of the world’s ancient and remote corners.
Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre
A visit to Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre is not for the faint of heart, but crucial in understanding Rwanda’s recent past. Here’s what to expect.
Kigali’s Caplaki Craft Village: How to Visit & What to Expect
Caplaki Craft Village in Kigali offers Rwandan handicrafts and a chance to chat with local merchants. Tips & what to expect for your visit.
South Africa Travel Budget: Our 30-Day Expense Report
How much does it cost to travel South Africa? Check out our detailed South Africa travel budget with lodging, food, transport and more!
Mozambique Budget & Travel Report
Mozambique can be an expensive travel destination. Here is our own Mozambique budget and expenses over 30 days, including food & lodging.
Fort São Sebastião & Africa’s Oldest Chapel
Exploring evocative Fort São Sebastião, the oldest standing fort in Sub-Saharan Africa and home to the oldest European structure in the Southern Hemisphere.
7 Reasons Why We Love White Clay Resort in Coffee Bay
White Clay Resort in Coffee Bay is a place of supreme tranquility on South Africa’s Wild Coast. Find out why you should add it to your itinerary!
Cape Town: Arrival!
Sad to leave Istanbul (but ready for our 15-week Africa backpacking adventure to begin), we board a plane to one of my favorite cities in the whole wide world.