My experience volunteering at a forest retreat near Knysna, South Africa. The last week at Pachamama Forest Retreat has been my first true off-the-grid living experience. This little, self-sustainable community lies amidst the towering trees of indigenous forest outside Knysna, South Africa. Through eco-friendly technologies and the dedication of each person here, Pachamama exists to …
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My best photos from Jeffrey's Bay South Africa. Jeffrey's Bay is one of the best surf spots in South Africa. Surfers from all over the world travel here to surf the pristine right-hand point breaks. The World Surf League even hosted their Corona Open 2019 competition here in July. From professional athletes and avid surfers …
African Safari in South Africa: my best photos and memories. The four-wheel-drive bounds along the dirt path, dodging potholes and boulders along the way. We all jolt around in our seats, but the crisp winter air blowing through the windowless vehicle keeps us cool and calm. Suddenly, the driver slows down the car and comes …
Is Cape Town safe for tourists? Here is my personal experience with safety in Cape Town, and why it actually became one of my all-time favorite travel destinations! Cape Town is one of the coolest cities I've ever visited. Never before have I been able to go day hiking, sunrise hiking, wine-tasting, sightseeing, biking, penguin-spotting, …
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Here is a detailed recap of my experience doing a work exchange in Morocco. We spent just under one month in Marrakech for free! Work exchanges are the best way to travel in my opinion! You can save money, bond with locals, have unique experiences, and stay in one place for longer. Some of my …
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Morocco travel tips and cultural insights that every budget traveler in Morocco should know. From the native Berber villages of the Atlas Mountains, to the rippling sand dunes of the Sahara Desert, to the madness of the Medinas and marketplaces, Morocco is diverse in landscape and rich in culture. Moroccan life can seem a bit …
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The best things to do in Marrakech Morocco for budget travelers. Very few travelers visit Morocco without stopping in Marrakech. Although it’s not the capital (Rabat is), it’s the most popular city for tourists to visit. Marrakech lies in the center of the country, so it’s a great place to base yourself for outward tours …
My experience volunteering in the Wild Coast of South Africa in September 2019, a beautiful place also known as the Transkei. The “Wild Coast” of South Africa is accurately named. It’s a place where cows are more common than cars, where turquoise circular mud huts house the locals, and where kids can run free without …
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How to visit the Sahara Desert from Marrakech and what a Sahara Desert tour is like! Visiting the Sahara Desert is one of the best things to do in Morocco. It is possible to visit the Sahara desert without a tour, either by hitchhiking or renting a car. But my research has proven that an …
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The ultimate budget travel guide to Essaouira, Morocco. An amazing budget day trip from Marrakech! Previously known as "Mogador", and currently known as the "Windy City of Morocco", Essaouira is the perfect escape from the heat and chaos of Marrakech. It has a rich history dating back to the Middle Ages. The city has withstood …