South Africa
Wine tasting, city life, and a shark dive In a long-anticipated return to a favorite travel destination, we revisited some spots and finally saw what we missed the first time around. There was a relaxing [...]
Bombo Village Uganda
Learn about Nubian culture Just outside the hustle and bustle of Kampala we visited a women’s craft group, primary school, and orphanage, and then enjoyed Nubian hospitality at Mama Milly’s home. This post is part [...]
Uganda Wildlife Education Centre
Meet a white rhino, shoebill stork, and more After seeing animals in the wild on safari and gorilla trek, we were excited to meet some up close at the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre where we [...]
Uganda
Nubian culture, banana beer, and gorillas During an 11-day whirlwind tour, we saw breathtaking scenery, observed mountain gorillas in the wild, learned about Uganda culture, and met warm, hospitable people. In 2011 [...]
Banana Beer Making in Uganda
Traditional process to make banana beer Deep in a Masheruka banana plantation we were treated to a special experience. We learned the traditional process to make banana beer as we listened to wonderful music. (This [...]
Zanzibar
Stonetown, scuba, so-so beach It was bound to happen – we visited a destination we were not crazy about. After an exciting Serengeti safari we flew to Zanzibar with hopes of enjoying the beach and [...]