After the soulless concrete grey of Casablanca, it was a joy to arrive in the greener and more manicured city of Rabat, Morocco’s capital. But not just joy but some relief, too. I had visited Rabat as part of a two-week group tour with Nomadic Tours, and at the...
Botswana is famous for its amazing wildlife and is considered to be one of the top places to go on a safari in Africa. I recently spent two weeks camping in Botswana in some of the country’s best national parks and game reserves for game viewing. If this...
Are you thinking of going camping in Botswana but can’t decide whether to do this independently or travel with a local tour operator? This was my dilemma. I’m a solo traveller and love to travel independently, but I decided to go with a guide when it came to...
On my recent trip to Botswana, I took a day trip from Kasane (where the incredible for wildlife spotting Chobe National Park is located) to Zimbabwe to see the extremely impressive Victoria Falls. Victoria Falls is one of the world’s seven natural wonders and a...
Fes or Fez, once the capital of Morocco, is still considered to be the country’s cultural and spiritual centre. It’s hectic, busy, and noisy, but what a fascinating city to explore. One day in Fes will give you enough time to explore the wonderfully chaotic...
Chefchaouen, the “blue pearl of Morocco,” is a small town in northwest Morocco, in the Rif Mountains. It’s known for its charming blue-washed buildings. The name Chefchaouen means ‘Look at the horns”- a reference to the twin mountain peaks that tower over this...
Located on the Road of 1,000 Kasbahs, Ouarzazate is the location for Atlas Studios, Morocco’s desert-based Hollywood. Atlas Studios, located just outside the centre of Ouarzazate, has been churning out Hollywood blockbusters since 1983. More than 200 movies have been...
So many Namibia highlights – where to begin? From fantastic wildlife viewing opportunities both inland and coastal, stunning landscapes, German colonial cities, and the world’s highest sand dune – these are just a few of the many highlights that Namibia...
