Do you sometimes imagine yourself as the protagonist in a thrilling story? Perhaps stepping into Hercule Poirot’s shoes during his meticulous investigation in Agatha Christie’s classic “Death on the Nile,” or living the glamorous espionage of James Bond’s “The Spy Who Loved Me?” Then you must actually be dreaming of the majestic Nile in Egypt, […]
Category Archives: Africa
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Jan
Jan
I think it’s fair to say that visiting Rwanda is not something many people get to do in their lifetimes. A small country in east Africa, I know only a handful of people that have travelled here, which means getting information about what it’s like adventuring in this off the beaten track destination isn’t always […]
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Apr
Apr
To be honest, whether Senegal is worth visiting really depends on the sort of trip you are looking for… After all, West Africa is not for the faint-hearted! Despite having visited over 20 countries across the African continent, many of them as a solo female traveller, there’s no question that I found those in West […]
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Mar
Mar
Located in the very north of Senegal, Saint Louis is a UNESCO-listed city you have to visit during your time in the West African country. The former capital of Senegal, under French colonial rule, this now crumbling city possesses a kind of faded glamour and glory, coupled with an emerging young, vibrant and creative dynamic. […]
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Jan
Jan
The best time to visit Senegal is undoubtedly during the northern hemisphere winter, between the months of December and March. This is when the cooler climate makes travelling in this majority dry, arid country most enjoyable. That said, if you are prepared for a bit of heat and humidity, you can actually visit Senegal all […]
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Jan
Jan
Welcome to the ultimate guide for what to wear in Senegal, plus a complete packing checklist for your travel in this country too. Answering some of the key questions about how to dress appropriately and practically in this west African country, I also talk from personal experience about what to pack and wear as a […]
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Aug
Aug
It’s quite simple, choosing the best time to visit Morocco is absolutely key in making sure you have a fantastic travel experience there! Located in north Africa, Morocco is a diverse country, and from the mountains in the north and centre, to the beaches of the west and south, and the deserts of the east, […]
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Aug
Aug
If you plan to travel Tunisia, then here’s 11 key things you should definitely know before you go! From what to eat and how to find the best accommodation, through to the best way to get around, what to pack and some top tips for solo female travellers, this is my full guide to prepping, […]
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Aug
Aug
Both located in North Africa and both big on the historic and cultural attractions, it’s a pretty tough job to crown a travel winner in the Egypt vs Tunisia debate. But as always, I’m not one to shy away from a tough travel challenge and, having spent 2 weeks in both of these countries, I’m […]
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Aug
Aug
Most people only think of the beach and the desert when they picture travel in Tunisia, but honestly this couldn’t be further from the truth. And that’s because there’s such a wealth of amazing things to do in this country that go well beyond these 2 stereotypical landscapes most people think of. And I feel […]