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Kenya
The omicron variant hit the news a week before we were to depart for Kenya. Anyone who knew of our upcoming trip reached out to ask whether we would still travel. I checked with our tour company, African Travel, and was told the trip was on, Kenya was open and safari staff were masked and […]
Morocco
Rooted in tradition yet strongly drawn to the modern world, Morocco is a land of tolerance, a blend of cultures & religion, and known for its amazing hospitality. Over the centuries, its African, European and Middle Eastern roots have become deeply intertwined, resulting in a fascinating mix of history, art, food, music & architecture, making […]
Southern Africa
This was the trip of a lifetime! Three nights each in four different locations in Southern Africa. From Cape Town to a private game reserve on the edge of Kruger National Park, South Africa, to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and finally to the banks of the Chobe River in Botswana. We started with temperatures in the […]
Botswana & Victoria Falls
I am smitten with Botswana. A land locked, semi-arid country in Southern Africa, roughly the size of Texas. The incredible wildlife, friendly people and stable economy all contributed to an amazing trip with African Travel Inc in mid-November.
Kabala, Sierra Leone
We recently traveled to Sierra Leone for two weeks, returning to the northern town of Kabala where we taught school in the 1980’s. 30 years is a long time and things have not been easy for this west African country. The 10 year civil war took an incredible toll on lives, homes and infrastructure.