The Republic of Congo (Congo Brazzaville), like all of Central Africa is not high on most travelers’ bucket lists. The area has a reputation for being dangerous, corrupt and expensive. On top of that, there is little in the way of traditional tourist attractions. For all these reasons, most people steer clear of the region […]
When traditional publishing was out-of-reach for a new author, Amazon On-Demand printing helped tell a story that needed to be told. After months of being denied a deal by the traditional publishing houses, new author Daniel Royse is now enjoying the fruits of his labors. Thanks to Amazon On-Demand printing, Daniel was able to leverage […]
When most people hear the name “Congo” they instinctively envision brutal civil wars, dense and impassable jungle and miles and miles of militia-controlled roadways. While these aspects of the Congos are very much a reality, there are still some options for independent travel throughout the region. In this article we’ll focus on The Republic of […]
You’ve landed in Marrakech and after your first night of struggling to keep up with its frenetic pace and being overawed by the madness that is the Djemaa El Fna, you’ve woken up refreshed and ready to explore its world renowned food scene and specialties. Breakfast: Skip the expensive breakfast that your riad or hostel […]
If you’re traveling on a shoestring or you just love good food then when you’re in Fes you stay near the Bab Boujeloud end of the Medina. End of story. If you were to stay in another part of the Medina then eating options may tend to be limited however down near the Bab Boujeloud […]
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when we mention Africa? Usually, people would say safaris. And that’s right, Africa is a great place to tour around in and enjoy the many sights and sounds all over the place. Now, there’s a place in the west coast of Central Africa that has many interesting […]
Following the better part of two decades of intermittent civil and tribal warfare, in recent years Sierra Leone has emerged as a beacon of how amicable reconciliation can make a country both wealthier, happier and much more accessible for overseas visitors. Tourism has been one of the driving forces in making the country a template […]
If you’ve never been to Uganda, the thought of taking a trip there probably conjures up all sorts of horrible images of war and chaos…and for good reason. Most of what people know about this country revolves around it’s two most infamous war lords; Idi Amin and Jospeh Kony. In part it’s good that we […]
The island of Madagascar, located off the coast of Africa, is an unexpected tourist spot that is worth visiting. Known for its gorgeous and diverse landscape, it provides travelers the opportunity to visit thick jungles, swamps, deserts, and miles of stunning coast land. Visitors are able to view wildlife and foliage that they would likely […]
