Tag: Africa
Tips for your Luxor Hot Air Balloon ride
Let’s take a hot air balloon ride over the temples of Luxor!... In this post I will explain all you need to know to make your Luxor Hot Air Balloon experience unforgettable!...
Read More...My Nile cruise experience: Aswan, Kom Ombo, Edfu & Luxor
In this post we will travel by Nile Cruise! Departing from Aswan, via Kom Ombo and Edfu we will sail to Luxor! Read all about my experiences, tips & tricks when booking and travelling via Nile cruise in this part of Egypt!...
Read More...Abu Simbel – Include in your Egypt trip!
Read all about my Abu Simbel trip! Due to its location in the far south of Egypt it is much less visited, but definitely a worthwhile addition to your Egypt itinerary!... Let me share why!...
Read More...Exploring Cairo and Pyramids of Gizeh
A destination on any traveler's wish list would be the Pyramids of Gizeh in Cairo! Read all about my Gizeh Pyramids visit and other sights in Cairo. A must-read post as I explain why you better shorten your stay in Cairo and why your time is better spent elsewhere in Egypt!...
Read More...The downsides of traveling in Egypt!
Egypt has some of the most magnificent tourism sites in the World! However, trying to visit these can unfortunately be quite challenging and sometimes downright depressing. In this post I dive into this sad side of Egypt, as I feel that everyone should be aware and (where possible) able to avoid where possible… These downsides of travelling in Egypt are something you do not read about on social channels, but will be part of your Egyptian travel experience… So better be prepared!...
Read More...Top travel tips for exploring amazing Reunion Island
Join me in discovering a different, lesser known, side of France; Reunion Island. An adventurous island, far away from mainland France, full of stunning nature, volcanos, waterfalls and hiking trails…
Read More...How to best enjoy and relax on Mauritius
We are exploring Mauritius! Mainly known for its beautiful beaches and resorts, but this little island in the middle of the Indian Ocean has much more to offer! Get ready for stunning nature, hikes, waterfalls, and rum distilleries!...
Read More...South Africa – Part 2: Amazing Wineries & Western Cape Highlights
We continue our journey in South Africa travelling from Cape Town and Cape of Good Hope, to Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, South Africa’s most famous wine regions, and continue following the Garden Route to explore various highlights of the Western Cape; like Walvisbaai, Swellendam and Mossel Bay.
Read More...Exploring South Africa – Part 1: Best things in Cape Town & Cape of Good Hope
Time to travel South! On this journey we will visit Cape Town and explore the Western Cape along the Garden Route. In this first part we explore the Cape Town city and Cape of Good Hope! So, buckle up and get ready for sunny blue skies, mesmerizing landscapes and viewpoints, Dutch colonial architecture and wine, lots of wine!...
Read More...Explore Amazing Namibia: road trip via Top 7 Sights!
Read all about my amazing journey through Namibia! All you need to know for your road trip via Namibia's top 7 sights!...
Read More...Amazing Ethiopia – Lalibela, Gondar & Blue Nile Falls
Join me on my amazing Ethiopian journey! Top Tips & All you need to know for Lalibela, Gondar, Bahir Dar, Blue Nile Falls and Addis Ababa and much more!...
Read More...How we ended up in a warzone: Danakil Ethiopia
Read all about this off-the-beaten-track adventure in Ethiopia, where we ended up in a warzone for a few hours before exploring the amazing Danakil depression. One of the harshest environments in the world, with the beauty of colourful Dallol to top it all of!...
Read More...Djibouti: Africa’s must-visit off-the-beaten-path destination
Most people have not even heard about Djibouti! That is a pity as this tiny African country with its similarly named capital, certainly has great highlights!... Amazing geothermal active Lac Abbe or the 2nd saltiest lake in the world: Lac Assal… And what is more? No tourists at all!... You are completely alone to enjoy these spectacles!... Let me share all you need to know about Djibouti!... Truly off-the-beaten-path in Africa!...
Read More...Zanzibar and amazing Cheetah’s Rock
When in Zanzibar do make sure to visit Cheetah’s Rock, you will not regret it! This is definitely an amazing experience! Especially when ending your safari holiday on Zanzibar before heading home!...
Read More...Ngorongoro Crater and Lake Manyara safari
The Ngorongoro crater provides one of the most beautiful backdrops when spotting wildlife! And neighboring Lake Manyara National Park does provide a different safari experience! The Parks are teeming with wildlife, yet there are some downsides to safari in Tanzania… Let me share my experiences…
Read More...Why you perhaps should NOT visit Tanzania
Tanzania offers spectacular sceneries for spotting wildlife! And yes, it is teeming with all types of animals. Still, I would not pick Tanzania as my top choice safari destination! Depending on your type of holiday you may want to reconsider... given that the country comes with quite some annoyances for tourists... Let me explain…
Read More...Why Masai Mara is the best safari park
Safaris are by far not cheap! So you better make your money worthwhile and choose the best location for your Safari adventures! Search no longer, you can read all about why you should choose Masai Mara Kenya for your wildlife spotting destination!
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