Posts Tagged‘Africa’

What I Learned About Backpacking Through East Africa

When friends and family heard I was embarking on a solo backpacking trip, I got a few raised eyebrows. When they heard my intended destination was East Africa, those raised eyebrows turned to frowns and looks of concern. And if I’m being entirely honest – I was more than a little nervous myself! But I was determined to have one of those once in a lifetime kind of travel experiences, and I’m happy to report that East Africa did not disappoint! I was amazed at the sheer diversity around every corner – from fascinating cultures and people, to the stunning…

The Playlist: Top 10 Songs to Play on an African Safari

So now you’ve seen the Lion King in 3D and you want to go to Africa. OK, maybe that’s just me but I’m sure pretty much everyone wants to go to the big-A for some reason or another, be it for a Safari through the Serengeti, a bit of lazy beach lounging in Cape Town or some white-man-guilt-volunteering in Malawi. You might even have started planning your trip already by selecting the countries to visit, having all the flu-shots and studying the different types of Antelopes. But we all know that in order to really get into the rhythm for…

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