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The Cost of Travel in South Africa: A 2023 Budget Breakdown
…and stunning mountains. While I am arguably Cape Towns’ biggest fan, there are so many other places worth exploring in South Africa. As one of the most contemporary cities on the continent, Cape Town often surprises many tourists with its ‘Europeanized’ atmosphere. Likely the result of years of international tourists visiting the city, Cape Town is one of the safer and most aesthetically attractive cities in South Africa. On the other hand, South Africa’s biggest city, Johannesburg, has a much…
19 Fantastic Things to Do Along South Africa’s Garden Route
…the road. While the streets are generally safe and well-maintained throughout the route, do make sure you’re a confident driver with an aptitude for reading maps. It’s also essential you purchase additional travel and car insurance in South Africa. Although I haven’t had any bad experiences along this route, we are still in South Africa, and it’s best to take precautions. Rather safe than sorry, I say! The route is easy to follow and pretty much follows one road (the…
Hiking Lions Head: A South Africa Highlight
…over large rocks with uneven surfaces, and the dust on the rocks made it surprisingly slippery. I almost fell over a handful of times on the way down, and definitely lost my balance more times than I can count. Bring shoes with good grip. What’s the prettiest hike you’ve ever done? Related Articles on South Africa 🇿🇦 23 Wonderful Things to Do in Cape Town 🏝 8 Reasons Why I Fell in Love With Cape Town Save This to Pinterest…
Finding Paradise in Vingerklip: Africa’s Monument Valley
…exactly worth driving out of your way to see, but hey, it was cool to see nonetheless. For what was not the first or last time on this road trip, I commented to Dave that the scenery in the Namibia reminded me of our road trip through the Southwest U.S. This whole area, in fact, is regularly referred to as Africa’s Monument Valley, and it’s not hard to see why. In the dry season, I imagine the similarities are even more apparent. We…
Every Article I’ve Written About Africa
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23 Wonderful Things to Do in Cape Town
…European settlement in Africa, Cape Town boasts a long and often complicated history, with the apartheid being the centrepiece. But the city puts its past on display for you to learn and interact with, which opens the gates to a rich traveling experience. Visit Nelson Mandela’s cell Accessible via ferry, Robben Island, the home to the prison that held Nelson Mandela, is the key to unpacking the complex history of Cape Town and South Africa. From the Nelson Mandela Gateway…
How to Spend Three Magical Days in Johannesburg: The 2023 Edition
…Hill. Rich T Photo/Shutterstock Finally, finish your day with a visit to Constitution Hill. This is the site of South Africa’s Constitutional Court, which was built on top of the old prison where many political prisoners were held, including Nelson Mandela. Constitution Hill is a living, breathing museum that documents South Africa’s difficult journey to democracy. The fortress stands as a former prison and military fort, marking South Africa’s separation from its past. Today, it is home to the country’s…
Climbing Big Daddy: An African Travel Highlight
…dunes with nobody else around, then be at the entrance for sunrise to hike in the cooler temperatures. Related Articles on Namibia 🇳🇦 What’s it Like to Travel in Namibia? 💰 The Cost of Travel in Namibia: My Detailed Budget Breakdown 🦛 The Perfect First Day in Namibia 🐘 Desperately Seeking Elephants in Etosha National Park 🏜 Finding Paradise in Vingerklip: Africa’s Monument Valley 🦭 Seals, Swakopmund, and the Skeleton Coast 🏚 Exploring Kolmanskop: Namibia’s Ghost Town in the Desert…
Introducing Tofo: My African Beach Paradise
I buried my toes in the sand beneath me and blinked in confusion. In front of me stretched five miles of beach with nothing but the occasional jellyfish dotted along the shore. I had the entire beach to myself. Literally. I was the only person here. I laid down on my towel, pulled out a book from my bag, and set about spending another afternoon in my African beach paradise. Tofo, despite being the most popular hangout for backpackers in Mozambique, is still sleepy….
In-Depth Namibia Travel Guide: What’s it Like to Travel in Namibia? (2023)
…the Caprivi Strip, which is isolated from many of the main tourist activities. Somewhere that’s much easier to visit, however, is the Tropic of Capricorn! Most visitors end up driving past the iconic Tropic of Capricorn sign while driving around Namibia, and fortunately, it’s marked on Google Maps, so you won’t have to worry about missing it. Shortly after sunrise in Sossusvlei Namibia is the Perfect Introduction to Africa Travel If you’re dreaming of travelling in Africa but have no…
