by Erika Atienza
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...
by While in Africa
The city of Dakhla is in Western Sahara* located along a 50km peninsula bordering the Atlantic Coast. The geography here is as unique as they come with one side hosting a flat-water lagoon, while the other boasts some first-class wave action ideal for surfing. And...
by 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...
by Erika Atienza
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...
by Erika Atienza
The vast continent of Africa is home to the most incredible animal gatherings anywhere on the planet. You may already know about the unbelievable migration of one million wildebeest across Tanzania and Kenya. But there are many more examples across the continent that...