Find out about the best places to visit in South Africa- ideas for your bucket list.

The best African adventures, wildlife experiences, things to do and places to visit that need to be on your Africa bucket list - both on and off the beaten path!

Can't decide where to travel in Africa? These are the top 12 most beautiful places in Africa, with where to stay, when to go, and more!

Massive amounts of water from the seasonal flooding of the Okavango River nourishes the delta’s lagoons, woodlands, and palm-fringed islands, feeding its reeds, acacia, sycamore fig, and African mangosteen. During this high-water period, the area teems with a vast array of more than 400 varieties of birds, from the red-billed oxpeckers that search for ticks and mites atop hippopotamuses to the long-legged African jacana, which can walk across floating vegetation, as well as a menagerie of not

Lalibela and the legendary rock-hewn churches should not be missed on your trip to Ethiopia. Here you will find helpful tips!

Are you looking for the most beautiful places in Morocco? No need to look further, cause this blogpost covers them all! Including some insider tips on how to get there and when to go!

There are many essential tips that first-time travellers to Morocco should know before visiting. Read about the must-know tips for Morocco!

Today we’re bringing you a place full of experiences that lives up to the toughest of bucket list standards: Jao, Botswana Safari Camp

Is Marrakech worth visiting? The bustling city has tons to offer and you can learn about 11 reasons why you need to visit in 2024 from a local.

I decide to come to Algeria this year because I was coming back to Canada and since they only allow visas to be obtained in our home country, it made sense

With a sub-tropical climate and miles of golden sand, Durban is great to visit. Things to do in Durban include visiting the Durban Golden Mile or cage diving with sharks. In this family-friendly city, fun things to do in Durban with kids include visiting Ushaka Marine World and Moses Mabhida stadium activiites

Today we’re bringing you a place full of experiences that lives up to the toughest of bucket list standards: Jao, Botswana Safari Camp

Planning a trip to Namibia and wondering what to do in Namibia? Here are the 10 best places to visit in Namibia that will blow your mind! These amazing things to do in Namibia will enchant you and will remain in your heart and mind forever! Discover where to go in Namibia.

There are so many beautiful countries to travel around Europe. Here I have a bucket list of the best destinations to add to your list.

Seeing a lunar rainbow, or "moonbow," at Victoria Falls is one for the bucket list.

From French architecture to local markets of fresh fish find out what makes Djibouti such a unique African country.

A complete travel guide revealing 20+ amazing things to do in Sharm el Sheikh, the scuba diving and resort capital of Egypt's Red Sea region.

Heading to Tunisia and wondering what are the best things to do in Carthage, or even if Carthage is worth visiting and staying overnight?

Wondering where to go in Africa? Find the ABSOLUTE best countries to visit in Africa here and get top tips on what to do and see in each.

Wondering what are the best things to do in Knysna? Here are the most amazing activities to do in town. #7 is such a life....

Marrakech is one of the most visited and popular cities in Morocco. Marrakech is famous for the hustle and bustle of its Medina; the walled medieval city centre with maze-like streets and souks, for its

Things To Do In Fez, Morocco – A detailed guide on the best activities in Fez including where to eat & drink & stay.

Throughout history, humans have used the land to plant crops, chiseled it away at it to make homes and extracted its resources to fill their greatest desires. By using Earth’s resources to construct man-made realities, they have achieved great feats of engineering and controlled empires that expand the borders of many modern nations. It is these great feats and architectural masterpieces that have left many tourists awestruck and intrigued by the incredible craftsmanship and ingenuity of their forefathers. And it is sites like these that tourists flock to year after year when designing their perfect vacation. Yet, Namibia’s Damaraland is a different type of destination. Namibia is a place that may lack some of the amenities and historical relics that have put other countries on the tourist trail, but it is striking nonetheless–striking precisely because of its desolation, isolation and nothingness. It is dusty, it is sandy, it is empty. Yet, from this alien landscape, arises a feeling of immensity that is often overwhelming. These bleak landscapes evoke a sense of beauty and inspiration. What is most awe-inspiring about Namibia is its consuming vastness. And nowhere is this more apparent than Damaraland. The Herero of Damaraland The Herero are one of the eleven main ethnic groups that form part of Namibia’s colorful cultural ensemble. The Herero migrated into what is now Namibia’s Kaokoveld, from areas in Central and Eastern Africa. In the 1800’s, the group splintered. The Herero settled in Damaraland and became pastoralists and farmers. Their offshoot—the Himba—clustered around the Kunene region in the country’s northwest and have maintained a largely nomadic lifestyle. The traditional Herero garb is a fusion of traditional and European styles. The Herero style is heavily influenced by Victorian-era German missionaries and consists of layers upon layers of petticoats, voluminous skirts and shawls. However, the most distinct feature of Herero attire is undoubtedly the headdress–a horn-shaped hat that symbolizes the importance of cattle in Herero culture. Namibia’s Herero history is a tragic one. In 1907, the Herero staged a rebellion against the colonizing Germans. The rebellion backfired and resulted in the first genocide of the 20th century. The German forces squandered the Herero Rebellion and nearly extinguished the Herero ethnic group. Today, descendants of the surviving Herero number in the 200,000s, but estimates predict that if it had not been for the genocide, their population would be closer to one million–meaning they would have overtaken the Owambos as the predominant ethnic group in Namibia. Traveling to Damaraland, Namibia During the year I spent living in Namibia, I was fortunate to have visited many of the country’s top highlights. On weekends and between semesters teaching, I took every opportunity possible to visit the country’s stunning natural wonders–from Etosha National Park’s animal-studded plains, to the towering dunes of Sossusvlei. The landscapes in west-central Namibia elicit feelings of driving the empty roads of America’s wild west. We drove for miles, seemingly in the middle of nowhere and often in silence. At times, hours would pass before another car crossed our path. Throughout the drive, we would find ourselves marveling at the expanses of red rock or pointing at the outline of pastel-colored mountains in the distance. Petrified forest in Damaraland Our first stop in Damaraland was the Petrified Forest that lies to the West of Khorixas. The petrified forest sits in the heart of a dry, rugged hills of Damaraland. It contains the remains of hundreds of trees, estimated to be around 280 million years old. These trees are thought to have originated in Zambia’s Copperbelt Region. Many scientists believe that they were washed into west-central Namibia by the floods after an ice age. The moving floodwaters carried sand and mud, which covered the trees, preserving them and preventing their decay. Over time, the wood has been replaced by quartz and has resulted in trees that, aside from their physical appearance, resemble rocks in many ways. At the Petrified Forest, we were also able to see the famous Welwitchia Mirabilis–a plant species endemic to the Namib desert that is perfectly adapted to life in the arid environment. Welwitchia plants can live up to 2,000 years. Twefylfontein UNESCO World Heritage Site From the Petrified Forest, we continued onward to Twyfelfontein, Namibia’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site and the highlight of our trip into Damaraland. Twyfelfontein is a site that contains one of the largest conglomerations of petroglyphs in Africa. The artists of the engravings are widely believed to be the ancestors of the San hunter-gatherers that have inhabited the region for thousands of years. The engravings are estimated to be around 2,500 years old and depict many of the animal species that were found in the region, including elephants, giraffes, rhinos and lions. In total, the number of engravings exceeds 2,000. Some of the pictorial illustrations are of animals found in other areas, such as seals and penguins. This reveals that the inhabitants of the Twyfelfontein area likely had contact with the coastal region of the country, more than 100km away. The area of the Huab Valley near Twyfelfontein was sacred to the early inhabitants of the area and held ritualistic significance. Many of the engravings, including the “lion man” portray the transformation between man and animal. Spitzkoppe Mountain Spitzkoppe is a highlight of traveling to Damaraland and a place that I regrettably skipped during my year of traveling and volunteering in Namibia. The 1728 meter rocky massif rises above the dusty plains of southern Damaraland and has become a symbol of the region and of Namibia as a whole. Next time I travel to Namibia, visiting the Spitzkoppe will be my top priority. Why Travel to Namibia’s Damaraland? While Damaraland certainly has beautiful tourist highlights, much of the region’s appeal lies in its empty spaces–spaces that are vast, endless and ever-changing in their geological characteristics and color schemes. They are spaces where barren lands are home to a resilient and resourceful population that is struggling to survive in one of the world’s harshest environments. As with all living organisms in the region, the people of the Namib Desert have adapted to survive in this uncompromising part of the world. They have learned to work the land, to reap its fruits and to find their basic needs for survival in a place that most humans would deem unfit for habitation. There are some environments that allow themselves to be transformed and still others so uncompromising that they have yet to be controlled. Instead, they transform the ways of life of those who live there and give them the strength and resilience to forge a life against all odds. In many ways, Damaraland defines Namibia as a whole. Few places in Namibia—save perhaps the Skeleton Coast and the Kunene Region—offer a better window into the harsh realities of life in one of the world’s most sparsely populated countries. Damaraland is vast. It is uncompromising. It is challenging. And it is starkly beautiful. For these reasons, the region should be a top priority when traveling to Namibia. ________________________________________ Was this Guide to Damaraland Namibia Helpful? Pin it!

Marrakech is one of the most visited and popular cities in Morocco. Marrakech is famous for the hustle and bustle of its Medina; the walled medieval city centre with maze-like streets and souks, for its

Mt Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa. If it’s not on your bucket list, it should be! Here's a guide to Mt Kilimanjaro Trek.

Heading to Tunisia and wondering what are the best things to do in Carthage, or even if Carthage is worth visiting and staying overnight?

Greenland might be a remote island, but it is filled with untouched nature and beauty that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. Add in the unique culture, photogenic opportunities, and a plethora of thrilling adventures and you have a destination that must be on everyone’s travel bucket list!!

Windhoek, the capital city of Namibia, often serves as both the starting and ending point for travelers exploring this magnificent country. Despite its

Cliff-hugging roads on scenic drives, epic sunsets, lush mountains, tasty cuisines, and colourful neighbourhoods. There are so many things to do in Cape Town. Here are 20 reasons why Cape Town should be on your bucket list.

Cairo was a place that I never thought that I would get to. It was always on the list because of the history and some of the most known archeological sites in the world. I would even say it was on …

Benin in West Africa is probably most famous for being the home of the Vodun or Vodou (more commonly known in the West as Voodoo) religion, of which Haitian Voodoo is derived. Voodoo is one

Visiting Jordan is a travel experience like no other. For such a small country it's hard to believe how many show stoppers it has. Here’s our guide to the unmissable things to do in Jordan.

Looking for the most Instagrammable places in Cape Town? From cute penguins to epic viewpoints, Cape Town has it all! No filter necessary.

A glittering coastline spanning most of the country, desert inland, ancient UNESCO sites and delectable local food – yes, Tunisia’s worth visiting! In fact, I think this North African country’s a real gem – and if you enjoy exploring this part of the world, you shouldn’t miss it. Tunisia’s easy to reach from Europe, it [...]

Travelers are requesting unique experiences in unusual accommodations. So, we've compiled a list of the most unique places to stay in Africa.

Angolan museums, forts, lookouts and more fun activities to do while you’re living in Luanda. If you’re planning to move to Luanda, Angola, there are plenty of things to do to keep you busy! Don’t miss this list of fun things to do in Luanda!

Visiting Plett, South Africa? Here are the best things to do in Plettenberg Bay, plus tips to help plan the perfect Plettenberg Bay itinerary.

Malawi is perhaps, my favourite country (in the world) to backpack in. I first visited Malawi in 2009, but I really fell in love with this friendly, beautiful place when I worked there as a

Safety tips for tourists, what to wear and what to pack, and more - all of the travel tips for your first visit to Egypt!

Learn how to travel to Eritrea, what cities to visit, what attractions to see, and what to expect as a tourist in this Eritrea travel guide.

Planning a trip to the lovely town of Knysna, South Africa? Read this guide to find the BEST things to do in Knysna, where to stay and more!

We’ve selected our favourite things to do in Eswatini (formerly Swaziland) from tracking big game animals to climbing the world’s second largest monolith.

This is the ultimate list of things to do in Cape Town for every type of traveler, from adventures on Table Mountain to sipping local wines in the Cape Winelands.

The best African adventures, wildlife experiences, things to do and places to visit that need to be on your Africa bucket list - both on and off the beaten path!