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Plan a Trip, Tanzania Safari, Traveler's Interest
What It’s Like to Be 6 Months Pregnant on Safari
Going on safari while pregnant isn’t something most people plan — but in my case, it happened as part of a work trip. I had to visit several lodges and camps, which meant doing the full safari experience during my third trimester. I wasn’t sure what to expect, but I knew I had a healthy […]
Erika Atienza
About Africa · Namibia · Zambia
Asia versus Africa at a Glance
Geography Typical Weather Languages Spoken Cultures Cuisine Religion Africa as a Tourist Destination Top Destinations Internet/Wi-Fi Connectivity Travel Information Stay Safe Summary While Africa may be the oldest inhabited continent on Earth, it still lags behind the others in terms of infrastructure. To compensate for that, it has a huge number of attractions that make […]
Tanzania
Zanzibar: Getting There, Getting around, and What To Do
Zanzibar is an archipelago around 25 miles off the east coast of Africa. Aside from its extraordinary beauty, it’s known for being a former hub of the spice trade, which earned it the nickname The Spice Islands. The main island in the archipelago is Unguja, also known as Zanzibar Island. Here lies the capital, Zanzibar […]
Ethiopia
Experience Ethiopia Like A Local
If you travel to Ethiopia with a tour operator, you can expect to follow the standard tourist routes. You’ll see the same things as everyone else and will miss out on the “real” Ethiopia. To experience Ethiopia like a local, make sure to try some of the following experiences. If you’re committed to booking with […]
Morocco
What to do While in Nador
Nador is one the northeastern coast of Morocco, and reachable via an 8-hour ferry from Spain to Morroco. Nador was founded in the 19th century and was under Spanish rule until Morocco’s independence in 1956. Next to this city is the Spanish enclave, Melilla. It’s quite exotic to realize that while you are in Morocco, […]
Tanzania
Spending a Day in Dar Es Salaam
Dar Es Salaam is a huge metropolitan port city with more than 4 million inhabitants. Although, while it is the biggest, most populous and prominent city in Tanzania, it is not the capital. That honour falls in a smaller city in the center of the country called Dodoma. Despite its size, it has still somehow […]
Morocco
Train from Nador to Marrakesh and other cities of Morocco
Nador to Marrakesh Travel time: 12 hrs by train. You change trains in Fes Cost: 35 euros per person for 1st class Limited food options so bring your own From Nador, there are routes to Fes, Casablanca, Marrakesh and everywhere else though not all direct, everything is easily accessible Traveling from Nador to other parts […]
Experiences · Tanzania
How To: Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar by Ferry
It’s easy to travel to Zanzibar from Dar es Salaam by Ferry. I recommend that you buy the ticket in person at least a day before your intended departure. Having that ticket in hand will save you time and hustle from having to go buy your ticket first, luggage on one side and fending off […]
Crossing Borders · Morocco
How to Travel from Spain to Morocco by Ferry
QUICK SUMMARY: Cost per person one way for a seat: About 51€ Cost for a cabin per person: About 70€ Travel Time: Between 5 to 10 hrs (depending on vessel and time) Ferry Companies: Several options. We used Balearia Immigration Process: There’s an immigration officer on board, quite convenient! Port in Nador: The port of […]
About Africa · Traveler's Interest · Zambia
Top Events and Festivals You Should Experience While in Africa
If you’re planning a trip to Africa, why not center it around one of the many incredible festivals and events taking place across the continent? There are hundreds to choose from, so to help you narrow down your options, here are the top events and festivals you can experience while in Africa. Arts Festivals In […]
Tanzania
Best Wifi Spots in Arusha, Tanzania
We stayed in Arusha for 2 months in an average local neighborhood where internet signal was weak. Our home also didn’t have a working table or similar space of any sort so we often go out on extended coffee sprees to catch up with work. So overall, here are some places in Arusha for digital nomads or for those where wifi is an integral part of their lives.
About Africa · Namibia · Traveler's Interest
Meet the Tribes in Africa | An Overview by Region
Africa is known as a tribal continent even though it is not always the determining factor in a nation’s life. Colonial powers took little notice of tribes when they drew their national boundary lines. The result is that several tribes overlap into two or even three modern-day countries. In countries like Egypt, the population is […]
Filipino Corner · Plan a Trip
How To Travel From Manila To Top African Countries
Africa is a diverse and remarkable continent blessed with truly spectacular scenery, wildlife, and rich culture. Tourists come in and leave with elegant tales of adventure and mind-blowing experiences. Whether it’s climbing Mt Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, witnessing the Great Migration in Kenya or standing at the base of the great pyramids in Egypt, Africa is […]