Category Archives: Africa

10 immense things to do in Fes, Morocco (and travel guide)

9,000 ancient streets weaving through the Medina. Some of the world’s oldest markets and places of education. Neighbourhoods spanning from the ancient, to the Medieval, to the modern and authentic local markets, with shops and cafes offering traditional Moroccan hospitality. There’s so much to love about Fes. About Fes  I hadn’t done much research before […]

Is Morocco safe to travel to in 2025?

Is Morocco safe? Is it ok for solo female travel?  After visiting Morocco twice in the last six months, I’ve put together all of my thoughts about Morocco safety in this article! Generally, YES, I felt very safe in Morocco. But let’s go into all of its nuances and see what the overall consensus is! […]

2 weeks in Morocco itinerary and guide

It took me 31 years to visit Morocco, and now I can’t believe I slept on it for so long! Towering mountains, vast desert, Mediterranean and Atlantic coastline – Morocco really does have it all. Add that to friendly people and fascinating culture, and you’ve got the recipe for a perfect travel destination.  I visited […]

Marrakech travel guide: travel tips for your trip to Morocco

In the heart of North Africa, lies a city of souks, ancient palaces and a culture infused with Arabic, French and Berber influences – Marrakech. I visited this city for the first time in November 2024, and was immediately enchanted.  I put together all my thoughts in a full travel vlog (see it here), but […]

How to find the best hidden gems in Marrakech

Marrakech sees millions of tourists per year, but there are still plenty of hidden spots that many don’t make it to.  On my recent trip to the Moroccan city, I wanted to explore some of the highlights, but also get to know Moroccan culture and history a little deeper.  So I enlisted the services of […]

Climbing Kilimanjaro guide: everything you need to know

View of Mount Kilimanjaro

Soaring to 5,895 meters, Mount Kilimanjaro is not only Africa’s tallest peak but also the world’s highest free-standing mountain. Located in northeastern Tanzania, this iconic summit draws thousands of travellers from across the globe each year – eager to conquer its heights and witness the stunning vistas from above the clouds. Being one of the […]

How to take buses in Senegal

Sunrise at a spacious Senegalese transport hub with a green bus, ready to start its journey, under a pastel sky.

Wondering how to take buses in Senegal? Here’s my full explainer! The vivacious country of Senegal is just starting to come on the scene as an African destination that’s well worth your time.  Senegal is in the heart of West Africa and is slowly gaining recognition for its national parks, epic coastline and lush deltas.  […]

How to take sept places in Senegal

Inside view of a 'sept-places' vehicle showing the worn interior, indicative of its heavy usage in public transportation in Senegal.

If you’re wondering how to get sept-places in Senegal, this blog post is for you! Senegal is not the easiest place to travel around, but there are options! Buses connect major cities, but they are few and far between and do need to be booked in advance.  For everything else, there are minibuses and sept-places.  […]

Top Egypt travel tips: follow these for a hassle-free trip

Sunset view of the pyramids of Giza from the hotel we stayed at

Here are the best Egypt travel tips to help you plan your trip! I’ve never felt quite as mixed as a country as I have about Egypt.  On one hand, the history is every bit as fascinating as my endless studies at school promised, my mouth is literally watering when I’m thinking of the food, […]