T.G.I.F. is the official weekend blog. It goes live on Fridays and sets the mood for the weekend…
By Tourism Seychelles La Digue is a hidden gem and the smallest of the three main islands amongst the Seychelles archipelago, yet unique in personality and its distinctive way of life. Holidays in Seychelles are not complete without a trip to La Digue, and here’s why. Cycle Your Way Around the Whole Island It is […]
8 Reasons Why La Digue Should be Part of Your Holiday Plan Read More »
By ‘Sandra Bonnelame “…legend has it that on a night lit by a full moon, in a tiny jungle forest on the isle of Praslin in the Indian Ocean archipelago of the Seychelles, a rather bizarre mating ritual takes place between the forest’s principal inhabitants. Below the canopy, the jungle is enveloped in a misty
Coco de Mer: How to ‘Escape’ Seychelles With the Iconic Fruit Read More »
By Maureen Murimi-Dan Karami My first introduction to West African food was through plantain. My husband, who has a seemingly unhealthy appetite for plantain, introduced me to the delicacy several years ago. However, it is not until I went to Mama Ashanti, a lovely Nigerian restaurant that sits in the suburbs of Lavington, Nairobi, that
Hot Peppers! My Introduction to West African Cuisine Read More »
By ‘Niyi David In the long run, everyone who comes to the ‘Smiling Coast of Africa’ ends up in Kololi, particularly on that famous street off Bertil Harding Highway – the Senegambia Strip. In truth, Kololi is the heart of tourism in The Gambia, the smallest country on mainland Africa. Of course, the country is
Kololi Nights: In Search of Fun on the Senegambia Strip Read More »
By ‘Niyi David Zambians love to have their fun. My cabbie told me that the weekend starts on Thursday evenings as we explored the capital, Lusaka. After a couple of crazy night outs, I wanted to see if the rest of the country offered the same kind of fun. So I headed up off to the
Kitwe Nights: Surfing the Heart of the Copperbelt Read More »
By Debbie Egwuogu Jinja is a town in southern Uganda, on the shore of Lake Victoria. It is situated along the northern shores of Lake Victoria, where the Victoria Nile flows out of the lake and starts its journey towards becoming the White Nile. Jinja has a rich history that dates back centuries. The area
Jinja: Exploring the Adventure Capital of East Africa Read More »
By Michelle Madina Sow-Jeanty From the small plane taking me from Dar Es Salaam to Zanzibar, I admire the endless blue tones of the Indian Ocean. The view is absolutely breathtaking and I can imagine Zanzibar. Zanzibar wonderland… Zanzibar a small island, part of Tanzania, located in East Africa… Zanzibar also so oriental I could imagine
Zanzibar! Come, Let Me Take You There! Read More »
By ‘Niyi David It’s no secret that Bulawayo is laidback and not as rambunctious as Harare, and if you do not inquire, you may miss out thinking it’s a ghost town when the sun goes down. I thought the same, after Mark and I found a club near our accommodation at the Bulawayo Rainbow Hotel, which didn’t offer
Bulawayo Nights: Dancing Queens in Zimbabwe’s City of Kings Read More »
By ‘Niyi David The sleepy historical town of Inhambane offers a serene atmosphere away from the bustling exuberance of Maputo, Mozambique’s capital city. By and large, Inhambane main centre is relatively small and calm, while the small fishing village of Tofo, about 20km away and the Barra peninsula (30km) offer a world of exciting prospects for a relaxing and fun-filled weekend.
Inhambane: Exploring Mozambique’s Land of the Good People Read More »
By Ramat Chukwumah It is advisable to start off a tour of Stone Town in the morning before it becomes very hot as the tour entails walking throughout. It is conducted through the many alleys and pathways that make up Stone Town. The name Stone Town comes from the use of coral stone as the
Honeymoon in Zanzibar IV: Exploring Good Ol’ Stone Town Read More »
