I knew nothing about Ugandan food until I stayed with a local family there. They proceeded to stuff me with food until I felt so full that I was actually worried I would explode! The family was from the...
Backpacking in Lesotho: My Ridiculous Welcome to the Kingdom in the Sky
I just had to ask the smiling border guard: “What’s your favorite thing about Lesotho?” “Ah! The beautiful nature! Take me to Semonkong with you!” I had no idea what to expect when I decided to travel independently to...
10 UNEDITED photos of Namibia’s Sossusvlei that will knock your socks off
Located in an isolated corner of Namibia, Sossusvlei is one of the most beautiful, haunting places on earth. I am definitely not a photographer, and I have no idea how to edit photos. And yes I know the phrase...
At Least the Spiders Won’t Kill you: Overcoming Arachnophobia in Africa
I was taking an overnight train across Zimbabwe. A group of curious local women were sitting with me in the compartment and asking all about my solo trip: “Aren’t you scared?” “Isn’t it dangerous?” “You’re so brave!!!” I blushed...
My Money Changing Nightmare in Southern Africa
My Problems Changing Money in Africa or I am the Kwacha Queen: How the Okavango Delta became the Okavang-NO Delta “I couldn’t fit inside the tree! “ -Biggie This story is about the nightmare that is changing money...
From Livingstone to Maun in one day: Going from Zambia to Botswana
“I have to park in a special place at night because if not those elephants will eat my maize!” -Mike the trucker Everything you need to know about going from Livingstone to Maun (and crossing the border between Zambia...
Hitchhiking across Zambia from Victoria Falls to Lusaka: I am an idiot
Something that is normal to hear if you go hitchhiking in Zambia: “Run away to the Congo with me! I can hide you in the cargo!” -Texan the Zimbabwean truck driver Lol can you imagine? Sorry, mom, but can you...
African Camping- is it Safe? 9 Tips to Keep You From Being Eaten Alive
I had a crazy time camping in Africa. I was backpacking in Zambia and camping in South Luangwa. A slow, rhythmic rumble woke me up in my tiny tent in the middle of the night… You know how sometimes,...
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...