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Living the Island Life in Seychelles

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My time in the Seychelles was a relaxed one. We stayed on the island of Mahé for the entire duration, gradually getting to know the place. When visiting a new country, it's always tricky to settle in and find the best places to go. One of the main challenges we faced was finding the best places to get food. The supermarkets lack or have very limited fridges meaning there is no fresh meat, fish or milk. The island is renowned for its fresh fish, however. The supermarkets had freezers but I'm not sure eating frozen tuna is making the most of fish caught on the island. Fresh fruit is probably the easiest thing to find. At the side of the roads are frequent fruit stalls, selling a variety of native fruits including bananas, papayas and mangos. Look closely and you can see me in the mirror picking some bananas By luck, we solved the next piece to the food puzzle. When driving to Victoria, along the West coast of the island, we saw the sig...

Checking In to Sandibe Okavango Safari Lodge in Botswana

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Ever since my first safari in Kruger National Park four years ago, I’ve been looking for new wildlife experiences to match the excitement and anticipation that comes with viewing animals like lions, leopards and last year polar bears in their natural habitat. So when I began writing my 2018 travel itinerary and the destinations I wanted to tick off this year, I was quick to place Botswana on the top of my list for a unique safari experience in the Okavango Delta. However as is usually the case with any new country I visit, I have found myself planning subsequent trips almost right away, learning that there is much more to discover in Botswana beyond the Delta, yet after a week of adventuring these landscapes, I feel as if it was a good place to start! Arriving in Sandibe Flying to Sandibe will introduce you to the landscapes of Botswana before you even touch the ground. From Johannesburg it is approximately a 90-minute journey direct to Maun, the nearest city for international...

Top 10 Amazing Things to See and Do in Morocco

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The jewel of Northern Africa, Morocco boasts spectacular historic architecture, busy cities, huge ancient markets and staggering nature. Plan your holiday to Morocco, which attracts various people for various reasons. Chose yours! 10. Go to the Mausoleum of Moulay Ismail in Meknès The opulent building is dedicated to Moulay Ismaïl Ibn Sharif also known as the “Warrior King”, who has built the city of Meknès and made it Morocco’s capital at the time. The 18th century Mausoleum is a fine example of Moroccan architecture. Why to go there? The Moroccans themselves are very proud of this structure and regard it as one of the best buildings in the country, reflecting its style and grandeur. Photo by Bjoern Obst Photo by Unknown 9. Have a Scenic Ride to Dades Gorge Carved by the Dades River, the gorge separates the Atlas from the Anti-Atlas mountains. The gorge leads to the Berberian kasbahs, that have become a popular tourist destination recently. Why to go there? The road pro...