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Taboos Unveiled: A Traveller’s Guide to Cultural Sensitivity and how to avoid Problems

As vast as the world is, every corner of it is decorated with unique traditions, customs, and taboos. it becomes our responsibility to navigate these cultural practices with utmost respect and sensitivity, adhering to the saying, ‘‘When in Rome, do… Continue Reading…


Must-See Places: The Top 10 Travel Destinations in 2024

As we bid farewell to 2023, many of us are crafting our 2024 resolutions, and if you’re a travel enthusiast like myself, exploring new destinations is probably at the top of your to-do list. Wondering where to set foot in… Continue Reading…


Discover the Rainbow Nation: A Comprehensive Guide to Traveling in South Africa

South Africa is a particularly desirable travel location for a variety of reasons. From taking in the fascinating wildlife safaris in Kruger National Park to taking in Cape Town’s energetic city life. Not only is South Africa a country blessed with breathtaking scenery, but it also has a rich historical legacy, as evidenced by the likes of Nelson Mandela, a globally renowned individual. The friendliness and generosity of its citizens add even more charm…


Journey Beyond Borders: The Ultimate Guide to Overland Border Crossings

Dear travel lovers, most of us have already come into contact with border crossings and yet each border crossing is again a new experience. I have crossed many borders on foot and still every border is a new challenge and different. Also I had to wait already 5 hours at the border between South Africa and Mozambique, was ignored by border officials, my actually cross-border coach left without me and I had to take a local transport behind the border. Once I was on strike and did not leave the Tanzania border building coming from Malawi until…


Try Local Cuisine: A Delicious Journey into Authentic Flavors

I get off the bus that has just taken me 5 hours through the south of Uganda. Where am I exactly? Ishaka is the name of the place. And as is so often the case in Africa, almost every inhabitant is probably on the street. I hear again the word “Mzungu”…


Eco-Travel Exposed: Myth-Busting for the sustainable Traveler

Our planet is facing unprecedented environmental challenges: melting ice caps, shrinking rainforests, and depleting biodiversity, to name a few. Traditional forms of tourism can exacerbate these problems. Think about the emissions from frequent flights, the waste generated by massive hotel chains, or the strain of over-tourism on delicate ecosystems. Sustainable travel…


Exchange Money With Care: Scams To Watch Out For

The appeal of travel lies not only in discovering new landscapes, but also in immersing oneself in different cultures, cuisines and customs. To be sure, digital payments are possible in more and more places. However, in many countries and places it is still necessary to carry cash with you. Because to really immerse yourself in the country, you still can’t get around using the local currency…


ATM Scams: What Everyone Should Know and how to dodge them

In the hectic world of travel, whether you’re exploring a new city or wandering through a remote village, the need for instant cash is ubiquitous. Because travelers often rely on their credit cards, the convenience of withdrawing cash from an ATM is unparalleled. But that convenience also carries the risk of fraud, especially if you’re in unfamiliar territory…


Wanderlust in Uganda: Your Ultimate Travel Guide

Uganda boasts pristine natural beauty and an abundance of wildlife. Churchill once described it as the “Pearl of Africa,” and truly, Uganda lives up to that description. The country offers adventure sports, a wealth of wildlife, and is home to some of Africa’s primates, often referred to as “the quiet giants”. Uganda is one of the 3 countries in the world where you can see the Mountain Gorillas and…


Guarding Your Digital Life: Data Protection Tips for Travelers

Travel is an exciting experience that enriches individuals culturally and intellectually. These days, everyone has one of those little mini-computers in their pocket, a cell phone. In most cases, highly sensitive data is stored on the cell phones, and losing a cell phone is not only time-consuming, since many apps have sensitive data and may require re-authorization to access it again. On the other hand, there is also the great danger that someone else will take over the data…


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