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...
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...