What would you do with a single day in a major African city? Particularly one known for its snake charmers, rogue monkeys and the dusty antiques hiding in every twist and turn of the never ending souks? Simple. You arm yourself with a camera and some cash, make sure you’re clad in a set of […]
The Views from Fes, Morocco
Fes in Morocco is like Marrakesh’s more chilled out spiritual sister. Walking the streets there’s no doubt you’ll be offered some hashish, but that’s just part of the charm of this laid-back Moroccan hive. Most of the action centres around The Blue Gate. Here you’ll find restaurants, cafes and the main entrance to the Fes […]
The Djemaa el Fna Night Markets in Marrakech
The most incredible depiction of Marrakech, and the biggest draw, is the night markets of Djaama El-Fna Square. They’re the stuff of incredible photos, films, novels and legends, but there’s also another word for them – overwhelming. From snake charmers, to monkey handlers, to wandering tortoises, to teeth pullers and henna tattooists, the Djaama El-Fna […]
Five Things Worth Packing for an Extended Trip Abroad
You’ve got your passport, comfortable walking shoes, plenty of underwear and plug adapters safely stowed in your Samsonsite. Ready to hit the road? Maybe not: here are five items you might not have thought to pack – but that could make a long trip abroad experience easier and more enjoyable. 1. Entertainment for your first […]
Short City Breaks: Cool Cities In 2011
Sometimes you have a limited period of time to travel. A short city break can sometimes be the best option to see some of the worlds most interesting cities. We’ve put together a list of cool cities to visit in 2011 for the ultimate short break. 1. Rome This city never goes out of style. […]
10 Alternative Beaches Worth Visiting
No trip is quite complete without a visit to a beautiful relaxing beach. Our beach collection outlines the alternative beaches to visit in 2011. Hopefully the list will give you inspiration for planning your trip this year. 1. Radhanagar Beach, Havelock Island While it looks more than beautiful enough to film a cheesy movie or […]
When in Zanzibar…
1) The annual Sauti Za Busara festival is a must see in Zanzibar! Every February, musicians, artist and craftsmen come from all over the vast African continent to set up booths and take the stage for this six-day music, art and cultural extravaganza. By day, browse the artisan shops for jewelry, paintings and unique gifts. […]
Missed the bus? It's Time To Explore
When traveling, missing the bus can turn out to be an eye opener as you find yourself exploring where you wouldn’t otherwise go. In Mozambique, Sojourner Walker finds herself doing just that… Maputo has weaseled its way into my affections to become one of my favorite cities. I happened upon Maputo, the capitol of Mozambique […]
Beyond the resorts: 5 ways to support local communities on you next trip
The art of travel is exhilarating and romantic; it tests our endurance and provides us with the rare and often ephemeral chance to live outside of ourselves. Traveling shrinks the world exposing us firsthand to the best and worst of humanity, the grandest and most destitute of extremes. Having traveled around Africa recently and before […]
How Do I Volunteer Abroad?
Be it volunteering at a Turtle Conservation Park in Ecuador, constructing a school in the rural suburbs of Bombay, or counseling women with AIDS in Rwanda – anyone of us can help. Instead of travelling like the average backpacker, why not do something more and improve the lives of a unique community? Like you, I […]