Category: Africa
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Platteklip Gorge Hike to Table Mountain at Sunrise, Cape Town, South Africa
Watching the sunrise from the top of Table Mountain is a memory I won’t ever forget. Hiking up to Table Mountain is a firm must if you’re in Cape Town in my book – and doing it at the start of the day is even better. There’s nothing better than the view from atop a…
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14 day South Africa Itinerary: Cape Town, Garden Route & Safari By Car
14 day South Africa Itinerary: Cape Town, Garden Route & Safari By Car Many people ask how long they should spend in South Africa and my answer is always the same: “As long as possible!” But we can’t all travel the world full time, so 2 weeks in South Africa is a good start, to…
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Authentic African-Style Mud Huts – Accommodation at Chrislin African Lodge, Addo Elephant National Park, South Africa
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to stay in an authentic African-style mud hut? Don’t worry, they aren’t smelly, dirty dens. At Chrislin African Lodge you can have a truly authentic accommodation experience, while enjoying a little luxury! Chrislin African Lodge is a brilliant place to base yourself if you’re looking to…
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Eco-Friendly Accommodation in Cape Town, South Africa: The Backpack
In a bid to lower my carbon footprint when travelling, I’ve taken to choosing ‘green’ accommodation options when I’m abroad. This means a little more research than usual before booking a stay, but results in opting for places that are actively trying to lessen their own carbon footprint (and therefore mine too). The Backpack, in…
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Comfort meets Sustainability at Reflections Eco Reserve | Where to stay in Wilderness, South Africa
Arriving at Reflections Eco Reserve Pulling up in the darkness, we weren’t sure Google Maps had led us to the right place. A winding dirt track led us through the reserve; dimly lit, we hadn’t topped 40 km/ph in case adventurous tortoises wandered onto the road. But in front of us was a post with…
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Essential First Time in Morocco Travel Guide: How to Prepare and Plan a Trip to Morocco
Planning a trip abroad can always be a little overwhelming. There is so much to think about: how much it costs, where to stay, what to wear, how to get around… luckily I’ve got you covered in this handy Morocco Travel Guide. Essential Information: Currency: The local currency in Morocco is dirham. 100 MAD is…
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10 Day Morocco Itinerary: The BEST of Morocco in under 2 weeks
Speaking to my friends before Christmas, we we throwing around ideas of where to book a group trip. The Baltics? Too cold… The Balkans? Too expensive… The Canaries? Too touristy… I’d been desperate to visit Morocco after photos of Marrakesh and Chefchaouen had begun to fill my Instagram feed, so, a little hesitantly, I suggested…
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How to get from Fes to Chefchaouen, Morocco
Visiting Chefchaouen is a must A hugely popular stop on any Morocco itinerary, the tiny little town of Chefchaouen is hugely popular – and for good reason. Chefchaouen (pronounced Chef-sha-wen) is perfectly quaint, undeniably charming and intruigingly blue! Just why it’s blue is a bit of a mystery – there are various legends that tell…
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Morocco Winter Packing List for Female Travellers: What to take
Before my recent trip to Morocco, I spent hours searching online for what I should take with me – specifically, what clothes to wear as a female traveller. Men can get away with wearing pretty much anything, but should avoid wearing vests and shorts if you are heading into religious places. For women it’s a…
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