This post is inspired by, among other things, something that happened a few weeks back. I am standing outside my Airbnb (was most likely waiting for someone, or chilling… or whatever). A guy comes at me, does not say hello or anything. Here’s how it went: Him: Do you speak English? Me: (Bewildered) Barely Him:…
Happy New Year! I have never been more eager to end a year. Don’t get it twisted: I love my birthday. However, having the toughest year ever makes one look forward to it with eagerness and an urgency of sorts. That, and the fact that I had never been to Lamu. Visiting Lamu Island I…
I am writing about this because: I’m very angry I’m African I have your attention I do not have the emotional capability to keep answering every single message on the same. Few weeks ago, 11 Thai kids were stuck in a cave. The world stopped. The sigh of relief was almost tangible after the end…
Having a blog often means deciding which stories one’s gonna share and which they won’t. I’ll share some with you because it’s important. I have met people who have given up on the human race, making them incapable of trusting. Honestly, that’s mostly a bad thing. There are so many good people in this world,…
Everybody now knows I love Morocco. It is one of those countries where I did not struggle to fit in; I had the ultimate the experience. The highlight of my trip? Snail soup. The people. Okay, it was the hammam. I cannot decide. Here’s how my hammam experience went down. What is a hammam? It…
People are finally realizing that the wilderness is a necessity, and that going to the mountains is synonymous to going home. For me, the Usambara Mountains is like that lost rib. Sometimes home is overrated. Here’s where it all started: A friend and I were planning to getaway for a few days. Strange cuz it…
Most of my days do not start at 3 a.m. Any such day then has to be worth it. Let’s face it: life is constantly a fingers-crossed situation. We don’t know what will happen the next minute – we can only hope. Hope is the fuel that drives us humans, and the quality of our…
So, are you a traveler or a tourist? The travel industry is quickly revolving into a culture. Names have been coined from different languages to fit these experiences. You should really look up travel jargon; they make guys sound exquisite. As a travel lingo bonus just for you, prix fixe (pree feeks) refers to something…
If you’re in any way intrigued by the ocean, this post is for you. Specific reference will be made to the Indian Ocean. This Ocean is named after India, and is referred to as Ratnākara in Sanskrit literature. There is quite a lot to be said about (any) ocean. However, let’s dwell on ocean reefs….
Nguuni Nature Sanctuary is everything you never thought the Kenyan coast could offer. Mombasa is known for a lot of things, but not the giraffe-sunset combo. By definition, this setting serves as a refuge to different kinds of animals. The property is extremely expansive – about 100 acres. It is owned and managed by Bamburi…
Today is World Environment Day 🙂 Once in a while I binge watch. I am very flexible when it comes to what I watch. Okay, perhaps not very. Another thing you should know about me is that I FEAR animals. That includes hens and all that stuff. I chicken out, a lot 😉 . Few…
“Hey boss, can you take a picture of us?” It’s impossible to put into perspective the number of times that phrase was used. I’m excited about this post just as much as I was about the last trip. I also hope you’ll get some girls getaway ideas. Granted, it takes a little commitment and almost…
I’ve done a number of things that my mum definitely does not approve. Bungee jumping, however, has to be the scariest thing I’ve ever done. The last few days got me thinking a lot about this journey: what it was meant to be, what it has become, and all that. Also, someone asked me what…
Solo travel. Because life is either a daring adventure or nothing at all. As I write this, I have around 36 hours before my next trip. I haven’t packed anything… except my camera 🙂 It’s been quite some time since I did a long hike, and also since I traveled alone. Let’s face it. There…
White Water Rafting in the River Nile White water rafting is one of the most humbling, yet exciting recreational sport. Won’t lie: it was never on my “have-to-do” list. Come to think of it, I don’t think I have such a list. Anyway, that happened and I’m yet to recover from the adrenaline rush. That…
