Uganda: Visiting Friends in Kampala
Uganda: Visiting the capital, Kampala, the Nageera neighborhood, and seeing Murchinson Falls and Jinja, staying with friends living in Uganda.
Africa
Africa is so big and has so many cultures, it defies description. One can only safely talk about the individual nations, who themselves are divided up from ancient tribes.
Read about all of the countries in Africa here.
Namibia: Road Trip Adventures in the Remote NorthwestÂ
Namibia. a drive to the far northern corner of this desert nation, one of the least populated countries on Earth, to see wildlife and gorgeous scenery.
Rwanda’s Remarkable Markets: Dos and Don’ts
Markets in Rwanda, visiting the remarkable markets where most of the locals shop in Kilgali and Cardi, Rwanda.
Egypt: Why You Should Visit Right Now
Egypt: Five reasons to travel there right now, by an expat who lives in Cairo. It’s not nearly as dangerous as the media depicts, and they need our dollars.
The Practical Guide to Cairo: Everything You Need to Know
Mariel Kennison writes about The Practical Guide to Cairo, a guide to Egypt’s capital by people who live in and love the city.
Zanzibar: Cave Swimming, Monkeys, and Seaweed Farming
Highlighting the southwest coast of Zanzibar, the author journeys through Kuza Cave, Jozani Chwaka Bay National Park, and a seaweed farming center.
Vanishing African Wildlife: Last of Their Kind
Joachim Schmeisser’s new book The Last of their Kind is a coffee table book of eloquent photos of wildlife in Africa, and a plea to save them.
Tanzania: Truly Worthy of Wonder
Plenty of wonder is a guarantee on an African safari, especially if you’re headed to the Serengeti in Tanzania.
Tanzania’s Luxurious Arusha Coffee Lodge
The Arusha Coffee Lodge Tanzania is a luxurious place to relax and a gateway to Ngorongoro Crater. It is also home to Shanga, helping locals.
Jardin Majorelle: A Leafy Paradise in Marrakech
Jardin Majorelle, in the heart of Marrakech, Morocco, is a fantastic garden that inspired desiger Yvs St. Laurent, also the YSL Museum.
Zanzibar’s Sleepy Stone Town
For centuries, Stone Town and Zanzibar have been part of trade routes of east Africa. Today it’s a sleepy town where life slows down.
Botswana’s Okavango Delta: Stunning Nature and Wildlife
Botswana’s Okavango Delta, a dream destination, and information about a luxury tour of this area rich in wildlife.