A visit to Kenya’s Samburu National Reserve is a great addition or alternative to a trip to the Maasai Mara! Samburu is not your mainstream safari! It is located in Northern Kenya along the Ewaso Ng’iro river. This not-so-hidden gem is your ticket to a safari experience that’s all about authenticity, tranquility, and the thrill…
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Galápagos Itinerary October 2023 —— My trip to the Galápagos Islands with Hurtigruten Expeditions was far better than I could have imagined. The itinerary for our trip was so well curated that I left feeling completely satisfied with my all-inclusive Galapagos experience. In other words, Galapagos owes me nothing. 😉 I, along with 7 other…
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Mozambique’s mild subtropical climate is definitely worth visiting any time of year. The absolute best time to visit Mozambique, however, is during the dry season. Mozambique, like most tropical to subtropical climates, has two seasons: the dry season and the wet season. Mozambique’s dry season lasts from May to November. During this time you can…
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Getting to Vilanculos from the US is much easier than it seems. Lengthy, yes, but difficult, no. Let me first start by saying, Maputo – the capital of Mozambique – is a 10 hour drive to Vilanculos (VNX). Flight prices into Maputo are much cheaper than prices into VNX, but don’t be fooled…. You will…
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What do you know about this hidden gem on the Southeastern coast of Africa? As a popular beach town in Mozambique, it’s hard to decide on the best beaches in Vilanculos. They are all beautiful! White sand beaches, crystal clear waters, slow swaying palm trees… it is everything you could want in a beach vacation!…
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Vilanculos, Mozambique is brimming with things to do! Vilanculos, also called Vilankulo in Portuguese – Mozambique’s official language, is a breath-taking beach town on the Southeast coast of Africa. It is located in the Inhambane Province of Mozambique. Vilankulo is truly paradise. White sand beaches, crystal blue waters, and a vibe that is truly feels…
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Did you catch the IG Live with Nadine Duncan & Tara Roberts!?Click Here to view the live interview on IG! Who is Tara Roberts? Tara Roberts is a National Geographic Explorer & Storyteller who follows a group of Black scuba divers (Diving with a Purpose), historians, and archaeologists as they search for and help document slave trade shipwrecks…
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By: Satarra Johnson-Kidd Are people there racist? How did people treat you? I don’t think there will be any products you can put in your hair! Did you get a lot of stares? These are just a few of the hundreds of questions I get asked every day whenever I tell people that I am…
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