How to get a job working in Africa.

By Kim, on August 12th, 2011%

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 to give advice? . . . → Read More: How to get a job working in Africa.

Tantalizing Tanzania

By Kim, on July 27th, 2011%

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 my trip . . . → Read More: Tantalizing Tanzania

Getting Away to the Cape Verde Islands

By Kim, on June 24th, 2011%

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 great Cape . . . → Read More: Getting Away to the Cape Verde Islands

Enjoying Johannesburg

By Kim, on June 24th, 2011%

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 and sophisticated. . . . → Read More: Enjoying Johannesburg

South Africa Begins with Cape Town

By Kim, on June 9th, 2011%

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 see South . . . → Read More: South Africa Begins with Cape Town

How could I forget?

By Kim, on February 26th, 2011%

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 I called . . . → Read More: How could I forget?

Coming back to civilization.

By backpackingchica, on September 12th, 2010%

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 passed me by. I . . . → Read More: Coming back to civilization.

University in Madagascar.

By backpackingchica, on September 7th, 2010%

Hey dudes!

New post on my naples daily news blog about the university system in madagascar . . . → Read More: University in Madagascar.

Jack Johnson Inspired Post…About Africa.

By backpackingchica, on August 16th, 2010%

Everything in quotations are lyrics from Jack Johnson songs. I do not own these lyrics, nor the songs, nor am I affiliated with Jack Johnson. I’m just a broke conservation biologist who was sitting around one night listening to his awesome music and started to make his music describe how I’m feeling.

Before I got to Africa, . . . → Read More: Jack Johnson Inspired Post…About Africa.

Raspberry yogurt, a volkswagon, and a friend: Germany.

By backpackingchica, on August 14th, 2010%

It was the day after I arrived in Germany. I’d just woken up. I immediately checked for new bug bites; a silly habit from Equatorial Guinea. It was cold outside, and I was wearing a sweater. I took my breakfast (fresh bread, marmalade, butter, and yogurt) out onto the porch. The bright spring sun gave everything . . . → Read More: Raspberry yogurt, a volkswagon, and a friend: Germany.

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