After the exhausting, memorable, and once in a lifetime trek at the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to witness the magnificent Mountain Gorillas, I decided to stay the night at the Crater Safari Lodge. I was supposed to do another trek to see the Chimpanzees but my legs were too tired and my body is sore. So I opted to rest. …
Seeing even just one of the Mountain Gorillas is in my ultimate bucket list. As I’m traveling around Africa, I researched thoroughly and I made sure that I get the best for this tour. I arranged this whole trip with Crystal Lodges Uganda and I couldn’t be any happier with my choice ❤️ At first, I was really hesitant to …
As some of you may know, I have traveled around Africa for 2 months and I decided to save the most challenging country for last: SOMALILAND! This is my 95th country! Woohoo! and after hearing all the horror stories about it, I was really nervous and excited at the very same time! After almost 24 hours of travel time from …
They say you get what you pay for. And as for Mauritius, you get what you pay for and so much more! Just some 20 degrees below the equator, Mauritius promotes itself as a year-round destination. It’s tropical climate coupled with beautiful beaches, colonial houses, botanical gardens and luxury hotels and villas make visiting worth your while (and your hard-earned …
Lusaka is the largest city and is the capital of Zambia. It is one of the fastest-growing cities in Central Africa and is the center of economic, political and cultural activities. It is a metropolis bustling with life from the busy streets to the local market and huge malls. Hotels are plenty, but there are only a few 5-star hotels …
100 DAYS, ALMOST ONE MILLION LIVES LOST. That’s probably the saddest 7-word story in the world, and that is the history of Rwanda. A state sponsored genocide happened not very long ago, a mere 23 years. A lot of people were left dead, helpless, homeless and orphaned. Since then, the government called upon the church to lead the country in …
After three luxurious days in the East of Mauritius, I moved to the southwest of Mauritius. To recap, I started this trip in the north to try scuba diving, then I moved to the east for the private beaches and golf, and finally, I am in the southwest of the country. I checked-in to another 5-star property, Outrigger Mauritius Beach …
A great collection of Mozambican art and a number of works from the world-renowned Mozambican painter and poet, Malangatana Valente Nguenha can be found here.After my unforgettable nerve-wracking jump in Victoria Falls, my stay at the Afrin Prestige Hotel in Ngunngunhane, Mozambique was superb and revitalizing. It was homey, comfortable, neat, and modern – a good place to restore all …
Coming from the north and after finishing a nice chill out scuba diving experience, I moved to the eastern side of Mauritius and had a delightful stay at Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita. It is the ultimate 5-star property and the service is amazing! Located in Beau Champ, Mauritius, the resort is a part of the well-known Four Seasons …
Located in the heart of Antananarivo, Carlton Madagascar offers a luxurious and convenient way to experience the historical city center of beautiful Madagascar. I loved it here. Everything just seems nice and pleasant, not just the hotel but the country in general. For starters, when I arrived, I only had to pay $27 for my visa-on-arrival. There are no other …
Mauritius is known for heavenly beaches and my stay at Mystik Life Style Hotel in Mont Choisy offered me a front-row seat to this popular treat. The waters are crystal clear, the sand is a powdery white, and best of all, I did a scuba dive here from the best teacher on the island, Mr. Neysen Pillay of Dive Dream …
For those who want to explore Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, N1 Hotel & Campsite – Victoria Falls is the best option. As most of you noticed, since we started our Africa trip, we usually stay in boutique and 5-star hotels but the N1 hotel is a budget place and it is like a home for us! It is great for …
Hotel Slipway in Slipway Road, Dar es Salaam is the best 4-star holiday retreat where you could spend your “me” time with your friends, partner, or family. With the perfect view of the posh Msasani Peninsula overlooking the Indian Ocean, especially during the sunset, one cannot deny the ideal location that this hotel sits. For an upmarket neighborhood, the hotel’s …
The Wavell House is more than just a private guest lodge, and rather it’s a “home away from home” – the perfect haven for businessmen, couples, or even solo travelers that are looking for a tranquil and relaxing place to stay within a city. The lodge has a unique architecture, settled within a secluded suburban neighborhood, which I considered the …
Located on the northeast coast of Zanzibar in Tanzania, Ocean Paradise Resort and Spa is our next stop. It faces the Indian Ocean and is a 45-minute drive from the Zanzibar Airport. It is a big property, but it was not as good as the Essque Zulu Zanzibar. When we arrived, they gave us a copy of all the compliments …