Backpacking in Egypt, An Unforgettable Experience

Wow! The stories you’ll be able to tell when you return home of your adventures backpacking across Egypt – lonely desert sunsets, towering pyramids, ancient temples, bustling Cairo bazaars, cruising   the River Nile in a felucca, swimming in the Red Sea, walking in the steps of Moses. Unforgettable. Life-changing experiences. And the Egyptian people. Friendly, . . . → Read More: Backpacking in Egypt, An Unforgettable Experience

The Captivating Contrasts of Egypt

Photo by Flickr User Cofiem

Photo by Flickr User Cofiem

Egypt is a country of exciting contrasts, and there is nowhere else on earth where history feels so accessible and alive. From the colossi of Abu Simbel to the bustling bazaars and tranquil mosques of Cairo, thousands of years of tradition exist harmoniously with contemporary life. Touring holidays with . . . → Read More: The Captivating Contrasts of Egypt

Top Ten Things to do In Cape Town

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This is a guest post by Matt Hope from BackpackingWorldwide.com

Cape Town may be a wonderful place to visit but there is so much to do, it creates a “problem” to figure out which ones to choose! Impossible to fit in all of the amazing things to do in this beautiful town, I’ve decided to . . . → Read More: Top Ten Things to do In Cape Town

How to get a job working in Africa.

Hello my dearest friends!

Yes, it’s been a fabulously long time since you heard from me personally, but here I am, fresh faced and ready to dispense some sage advice to anyone who has ever considered, is considering, or might ever, possibly, probably, maybe consider working in Africa in the near future.

Who am I . . . → Read More: How to get a job working in Africa.

Tantalizing Tanzania

Tanzania is surely one of the most breathtaking countries in East Africa. Home to the historic state of Zanzibar, the towering Mount Kilimanjaro and so many more beautiful sites and experiences, Tanzania is not to be missed on any trip to the continent.

After a considerable amount of advice and recommendations, I decided to start . . . → Read More: Tantalizing Tanzania

Getting Away to the Cape Verde Islands

By Travel Writer Bradley Fink

When planning getaways, many tend to overlook the islands of Cape Verde. Butthis archipelago is one of the world’s most spectacular island chains.Magnificently scenic, exotic and diverse, Cape Verde is a great escapefrom the hordes of Paris and London.And what’s more, withbudgetbungalows,mid-rangehotels, and a growing number of resorts, there are . . . → Read More: Getting Away to the Cape Verde Islands

Enjoying Johannesburg

Johannesburg, South Africa’s largest city is undoubtedly one the country’s many gems. While the city’s crime-riddled past may be of concern to some tourists (including myself), my experience of the city was anything but dangerous. So, here are just some of the things you can safely enjoy in Johannesburg….

Johannesburg places to stay are stylish . . . → Read More: Enjoying Johannesburg

South Africa Begins with Cape Town

By Travel Writer Bradley Fink

Of all the countries I have travelled, South Africa is definitely one of the best backpacking destinations. The country is full of hostels, lodges, and cheap accommodations, from the Jungle Monkey at Port St. Johns, to the Coffee Shack in the beautiful and secluded Coffee Bay. The best way to . . . → Read More: South Africa Begins with Cape Town

How could I forget?

Yesterday, I realized how close I came to transforming back into a my past self. A self whose life revolved around my credit score and the cleanliness of my office desk. What I was like thirteen months ago.

Thirteen months ago, I embarked on a journey which took me through seven countries, three of which . . . → Read More: How could I forget?

Coming back to civilization.

Things that I didn’t know existed. Thanks Africa!

Just got back to civilization and I realized that I have missed out on a lot. Like…a whole lot.

1)      The Ipod pad thing. My netbook is only 9 months old and is already out of date. Thanks Apple!

2)      Inception, the movie. This craze has completely . . . → Read More: Coming back to civilization.