Why you should pick Zambia for your next safari holiday
A favorite on the safari circuit, Zambia is a unique destination, offering wildlife watching opportunities by road, river and on foot, as well as adrenaline activities at the legendary Victoria …
White water rafting expedition on the Tana River
Kenya’s Tana River is murky with hot-chocolate colored waters, and at the time of the year I visited the water was low but that didn’t stop me from enjoying a …
A weekend getaway at Batangas, Philippines
Exploring the Philippines fully has been one of my earnest desires. However with over 7,000 islands, I am aware this is a daunting task. One by one, gradually and steadily, …
Lerruat Log Resort
I first spotted the Lerruat Log Resort on someone’s Instagram feed, so when my sister brought up the idea of going for a day trip with her friends I right …
Hurghada – Swimming with Napoleon in the Red Sea
Hurghada is an Egyptian resort town specifically built for the purposes of tourism. It’s a young city, about 40-years-old as my guide and friend, Mondi Hurghada explained, “Before there was …
Wine, Dine & Travel with Adarsh Shah
There are many adjectives that could be applied to Adarsh Shah: adventurous, maverick, determined, daring… and just a tad curious. Unsurprisingly, beyond being a winemaker, Adarsh is also a foodie …
Kisumu travel guide – What to do list
Planning a trip to Kisumu? Here’s a list of some of the must-see attractions in and around this relaxed, pleasant and laid back city that alluringly straddles the shores of …
Sieku – without doubt Kenya’s best glamping experience
Sieku Glamping is a rustic, modern-based luxury camp perched atop a hill facing the expansive Borana conservancy in Laikipia. Tucked right between the landscapes from Mount Kenya to Lossos to …
Kerio Valley – Dramatic, Exquisite & Captivating Views
Approximately 500 km (310 mi) from the capital Nairobi, the Kerio Valley straddles the western escarpment of the Kenyan Rift Valley, dropping a spectacular 1219 meters between the Tugen hills …
A Glimpse of China – Beijing & the Great Wall of China
China is huge, diverse and dazzling from the stupendous scenery to the impassive deserts of Inner Mongolia, from its ultra-modern cities to villages that time seems to have forgot, from …
5 Underrated African travel destinations
African countries rarely hit a blip on peoples travel radar. Maybe it’s because of the negative portrayal, the steady media diet of constant war, famine and disease. In reality Africa …
A glimpse of Congo & Les Sapeurs subculture with Victoire Douniama
Documentary photographer Victoire Douniama uses her work to explore and demonstrate the true essence of everyday life in the Republic of Congo or Congo-Brazzaville (as it’s often called to distinguish …
Kenya – A case for Sports Tourism
A growing appetite for participation, spectacle and experimental activities has seen sports tourism gain so much attention and popularity across the globe. Largely unknown, Sports tourism in Kenya isn’t as …
Documenting the fishing community of Mfangano Island with Kevin Ouma
Kevin Ouma is part of an epic group of Kenyan Photographers operating under the umbrella of One Touch Live, a collective of visual artists united in the common desire to …
The View Mövenpick – 360 degree Revolving Restaurant
I remember I first noticed the Mövenpick Nairobi when it was under construction and wondering why the building had a hideous looking contraption at the top. Boy was I pleasantly …
Nyiragongo Volcano – Hiking up to the world’s largest lava lake
I first read about the Nyiragongo volcano in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) during a trip to Rwanda three years ago. It aroused my interest as it features the …
Turkana Travel Guide – 10 Places to visit
What comes to your mind when Turkana is mentioned? Hunger, insecurity, underdevelopment, poor infrastructure? Home to Lake Turkana – the world’s largest permanent desert lake, and also widely regarded as …
Kisumu – A dash of Lakeside bliss
If only I had a way to describe Kisumu – Kenya’s third largest city, pleasant and laid back, with an indefinable air where time seems to stand still. Conveniently tucked …
Neema Jodie – Inspiring Photography & Highlights from Tanzania
Looking for adventure? Inspiration? Culture? One look Neema Jodie or ‘theBongolese’ as she is better known Instagram feed, busting with people, and stunning vistas, is not only guaranteed to fuel …
Erta Ale, Ethiopia – hot as hell
It was 41ºC as we drove off the smooth tarmac highway and ventured off-road into the desert. Like a sea of algae, solidified lava rock covered the area known as …