Just a few fun facts and tips to inspire a South African trip, motivate that delayed booking, or dazzle fellow adventurers! Click here for my specific Kruger Park experience at The Shishangeni Lodge. Kruger National Park is the largest game reserve in Africa. Only a certain amount of visitors are allowed per day and camps […]
Tag Archives: wanderlust
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Mar
Mar
Total Days: 3 Days | Accommodations: Hotel on Hong Kong Island | Transportation: Walking, subway, taxis are inexpensive | Traveled With: 2 Girlfriends | Type of Trip: Focus on Sightseeing | Highlights: Views, Buddhist temples, Food DAY 1 At a glimpse: Views and food rewards on Hong Kong IslandTravel Agenda: Take a taxi to Unar […]
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Mar
Mar
Total Days: 7 Days including travel | Accommodations: Bankgkok Hotel in the Banglamphu area, Krabi hotel on Ao Nang main road | Transportation: Flight from Bangkok to Krabi, walking, and taxis are inexpensive. At least one Tuk Tuk ride in Bangkok is necessary | Traveled With: 2 Girlfriends | Type of Trip: Focus on Sightseeing […]
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Mar
Mar
Six of the things you should experience in Thailand, that aren’t sunbathing on the beach! Thailand is an incredible country with scenic beaches and idyllic islands. Although it is the picture-perfect place to relax, it’s also an opportunity to experience a unique city scene and culture deeply influenced by the belief system and values of […]
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Mar
Mar
Hong Kong is very hilly. And despite being a major concrete jungle with the highest number of skyscrapers in the world, it also has a lot of rural areas with parks and forests. Locals will take photos of people that look foreign. Consider it a compliment! The rules of the road are minimal so be […]
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Oct
Oct
Eight Days Exploring Cairo, Aswan and Luxor with Intrepid Travel in October 2019 If you’re on the edge of booking an Egyptian trip or a Cairo-based tour, allow me to push you one way or other! Below is my very thorough take and experience on the Discover Egypt & Jordan Intrepid tour. I wouldn’t have […]
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Oct
Oct
My Experience in Egypt as a Solo, Blonde Female Traveler Egypt has a low crime rate, a strong police presence and screenings/ checkpoints throughout the country, yet it gets a bad rep. Since 2011, tourism numbers have plummeted, though it seems to be slowly picking up again. After having traveled in Egypt, I didn’t ever […]
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Oct
Oct
But really there’s no question! Here are the pros and cons of booking a tour group when traveling in Egypt. I wouldn’t consider myself a “tour person.” I enjoy the planning process, creating itineraries, and exploring on my own schedule. I don’t mind traveling solo and usually make friends at my accommodation or just out […]
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Oct
Oct
You’ve booked your flight (and hopefully tour!) Now it’s a matter of what to bring with you and how much you can expect to spend once you’re there! What to Pack: Conditioner – most hotels will provide shampoo but not conditioner Dry Shampoo – for early morning excursions! Hat/sunscreen/sunglasses – the heat is intense and […]
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Sep
Sep
Check these off your list and you’re guaranteed to have a fantastic trip! Visit a castle or palaceDublin Castle is the obvious choice as it’s the symbol of Edinburgh. But there’s also the ruins of Dunnottar Castle on the water, Dunrobin Castle in the Highlands or the impressive Stirling Castle. In addition, the Palace of […]