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Of Red Elephants & Endless Horizons – A Tsavo East Safari Experience

Six years in Kenya and I still feel a rush of excitement every time a safari comes together. Tsavo National Park has become a non-negotiable for me. These days, any …

Travel Costs Breakdown: Nigeria to Singapore and Malaysia

How much will it cost to travel to Singapore and Malaysia from Nigeria? In this post, I’ll be writing about the costs of my trip to Singapore, Penang* and Kuala …

7 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for a Visa

I recently received my Japanese Visa and it inspired me to put up this post about some of the common mistakes to avoid during visa applications. I am no stranger …

My Peaceful Solo Escape to Jara Beach Resort

Six years ago, a very thoughtful gift brought us to Jara Beach Resort, an all-inclusive family-run resort in Museyo, Eleko. We spent three nights at the resort and had an …

An Afternoon Tea Experience at Hemingways Nairobi

For someone who doesn’t particularly enjoy tea, I’m surprised to find myself sharing yet another instalment of “afternoon tea in Nairobi.” I like to joke that this is one of …

Things to do in Kampala Uganda Kasubi Tombs

My Calm 24 Hours in Kampala

Travelling from Nairobi to Kampala was easier than I expected. I took a flight to Entebbe International Airport, which took just over an hour. After hearing so much about Kampala’s …

Things to do in Charleston South Carolina

A Long Weekend of Southern Charm in Charleston, South Carolina

After several days exploring the stunning fall colours and mountain landscapes of North Carolina, we made our way south toward the coast for a complete change of scenery. Mark had …

A Charming Autumn Trip to North Carolina

When Mark mentioned his upcoming conference in North Carolina, I asked if I could tag along. My freshly renewed USA visa was practically begging to be put to use, and …

How to Make the Most of a 24-Hour Layover in Hong Kong

When I started looking up flights for my Japan and South Korea trip in March 2025, I quickly realised that I could save a whopping $600 if I transited through …

Of Red Elephants & Endless Horizons – A Tsavo East Safari Experience
Travel Costs Breakdown: Nigeria to Singapore and Malaysia
7 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for a Visa
My Peaceful Solo Escape to Jara Beach Resort
An Afternoon Tea Experience at Hemingways Nairobi

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Of Red Elephants & Endless Horizons – A Tsavo East Safari Experience

Travel Costs Breakdown: Nigeria to Singapore and Malaysia

7 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for a Visa

My Peaceful Solo Escape to Jara Beach Resort

An Afternoon Tea Experience at Hemingways Nairobi

My Calm 24 Hours in Kampala

A Long Weekend of Southern Charm in Charleston, South Carolina

A Charming Autumn Trip to North Carolina

How to Make the Most of a 24-Hour Layover in Hong Kong

Latest Posts

Of Red Elephants & Endless Horizons – A Tsavo East Safari Experience

Travel Costs Breakdown: Nigeria to Singapore and Malaysia

7 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Applying for a Visa

My Peaceful Solo Escape to Jara Beach Resort

An Afternoon Tea Experience at Hemingways Nairobi

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