What Camera Gear to Pack for Safari // Gear
We just got back from a 14-day safari trip across Tanzania and Uganda, and were thrilled with the gear we brought, both on the trip and upon reviewing what we captured after we got home. Here is everything we packed for our safari trip, and suggestions for what you should bring.
The Ultimate Guide to Gorilla Trekking // Uganda & Rwanda
Our friends went gorilla trekking for their honeymoon, loved it, then told us to go. However, we knew next to nothing when we went, and that is not how I would recommend going. So here is everything you need to know before going gorilla trekking.
What to Pack for Safari // Tanzania
We just went on an epic, 10-day safari that covered over 350mi of Tanzania, starting from Tarangire National Park and concluding in Northern Serengeti, with the Great Wildebeest Migration. To help you prepare for your trip, here is a list of everything you should bring for your safari.
How to Hire a Moroccan Tour Company // Morocco
If you find the prospect of planning a trip to Morocco yourself overwhelming, an organized tour is perfect for you. Here is how you should think about choosing and hiring a tour company for a life-changing trip to Morocco.
18 Things You Must Know Before Visiting Morocco // Travel Tips
Visiting Morocco for the first time can be a little overwhelming. Here are 18 things you must know before going to Morocco, including how to avoid scams, how to avoid food poisoning, and how to navigate a taxi.
The Perfect 14-Day Itinerary // Morocco
While you may have a great time in the country in just a few days, you’ll want to spend two weeks the incredible diversity that is Morocco’s geography. If you’re planning a 14-day adventure, here is your perfect itinerary.
La Grande Table Marocaine // Marrakech, Morocco
La Grande Table Marocaine is the prized jewel of Royal Mansour’s restaurants, and though we’d already had 12 days of Moroccan food, we had to try this restaurant, if only to visit the renown property. What did we think? Was it worth the premium? Read on to find out.
Photo Journal // Maasai Mara
I've always known I love animals, but there was something amazingly special about being among them in the wilderness that I will forever consider one of the best experiences a person can have.
Everything the Light Touches // Maasai Mara, Kenya
Frequent readers will know that Western Africa is one of my favorite parts of the world, so my expectations were already high when I secured a lift to Bamako.
Falling in Love with Giraffes // Nairobi, Kenya
To avoid flying 30 hours to East Africa just for a couple days, my fiancé and I planned an 18-day adventure that would take us to 3 nature reserves, 2 countries, 5 cities, and enough outings to cover the holidays and then some. But I'm getting ahead of myself. Let's talk about Nairobi.
Playing with Gentle Giants // Nairobi, Kenya
TripAdvisor's #1 Attraction in Nairobi is the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust elephant sanctuary, and that's not without reason. Visiting these young elephants is definitely one of the most satisfying things to do in the city.
Into the Bush and Back Again // Burkina Faso
A journey into the bush of Burkina Faso to serve at a medical clinic in Mahadaga.