My Zimbabwean adventure was coming to an end Victoira Falls was the last stop of my Zimbabwe itinerary, and I admit it wasn’t the best way to say goodbye to this amazing country. There are a lot of things...
12 Essential Things to Know About Taking Trains in Africa
You should really consider taking trains in Africa! During my big Southern Africa trip, I took trains as much as I could. Lots of countries in the region have extensive rail systems, and traveling by train is a great,...
Taking the Train to Victoria Falls: A Peek Back in Time
“I’m so happy to meet you! I have never met an American before. I want to shake your hand because I am so proud that you elected a black man to be your president!” -Older Zimbabwean man in the...
Taking the Train from Harare to Bulawayo, Zimbabwe: The Scary Train
Why take a bus when you could take a train?? Unlike the buses in Mozambique, Zimbabwe’s bus system between Harare and Bulawayo is pretty comfortable and efficient. But, to my crazy self, why in the world would you take...
Solo Female Travel in Zimbabwe: My Experience
I had a total blast traveling to Zimbabwe alone But time and again, local people and other travelers alike were shocked upon hearing that I, a girl, was traveling alone in Zimbabwe. I figured I would share my general...
Taking the Train from Mozambique to Zimbabwe Part 2: The Party Train
The Party Train to Bulawayo or Taking the Train from Mozambique to Zimbabwe Part 2: Sango to Bulawayo “We will arrive at 4 PM…” “No! 10 AM!” “No! 7 PM” Nobody knows. So in Part 1 of my adventure...
Taking the Train from Mozambique to Zimbabwe Part 1: The Ghost Train
The Ghost Train to the End of the Earth or Taking the train from Mozambique to Zimbabwe Part 1: Maputo to Chicualacuala [Check out Part 2 here!] “That hut is traditionally for the village’s witch doctor,” said my...
8 Great Things to do if you Travel to Harare, Zimbabwe
Are you planning to travel to Harare, Zimbabwe? I thoroughly enjoyed my own travel to Harare, and so I figured I would make a little guide or post or whatever about things to do in Harare. By the time...
7 Ideas For Things to do in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
“You are going to the City of Kings” -man on the train I traveled through Bulawayo several times during my train adventures in Zimbabwe Bulawayo was and is the train transit hub of Zimbabwe because it is close to...
Craziest Trip Ever: How to get to Tofo from Maputo on Public Transport
How to get to Tofo from Maputo on Public Transport …and my crazy adventure during the trip Our bus’s engine shut off when the police pulled us over for the billionth time. It was the first hour and a...