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Author: crazyloon56

A passionate solo traveller and food culture enthusiast. I appreciate good laughs, adventure, and great wine with a good meal. Above all, I search for excellent service experiences. I will be happy to recommend if I receive that experience and will be sure to share my horror stories all in a fair and humorous way. I look forward to sharing my travels with you all. Come follow along!
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Day 7 – Saint Lucia Estuary
South Africa & Victoria Falls

Day 7 – Saint Lucia Estuary

by crazyloon56September 27, 2026

The flight to Durban is at 8:00 am and boarding is smooth. The flight is lovely, around 2 hours. We even receive a sandwich of cheese and pickles, a drink and a snack at no…

Day 6 – The Dutch, The French & The Cape’s Wine Region
South Africa & Victoria Falls

Day 6 – The Dutch, The French & The Cape’s Wine Region

by crazyloon56September 26, 2026

We had to move our visit to the botanical gardens to today’s schedule. I’m looking forward to seeing a King Protea which is the national flower of South Africa and looks impressive. Thanks for all…

Busy Day on the Cape
South Africa & Victoria Falls

Busy Day on the Cape

by crazyloon56September 25, 2026September 25, 2026

Cape Peninsula, Penguins & Fur Seals It was a rough start to the morning. My stomach issues and a 7:00 am early start had me a little off balance. Nothing is stopping me from seeing…

Table Mountain
South Africa & Victoria Falls

Table Mountain

by crazyloon56September 23, 2026

Climbing 302 metres above sea level, in a pod, this girl manages to challenge her fear of heights again. It’s hot out today and while in the line-up we are provided some relief with cold…

Robben Island
South Africa & Victoria Falls

Robben Island

by crazyloon56September 22, 2026

"The truth is that we are not yet free; we have merely achieved the freedom to be free, the right not to be oppressed." Nelson Mandela Today is a late start for us. The tour…

Who Can It Be Knocking At My Door?
South Africa & Victoria Falls

Who Can It Be Knocking At My Door?

by crazyloon56September 21, 2026

Knock, knock, knock. Awoken by persistent knocking. I’m half asleep and still in a glorious dream state. Shannon and I mumble to each other that the poor guy across the hall is locked out of…

South Africa & Victoria Falls – Here we come!
South Africa & Victoria Falls

South Africa & Victoria Falls – Here we come!

by crazyloon56September 19, 2026

ADVENTURE MAP WEATHER FORECAST A Little Background I decided to give my travel business to a Canadian firm (Approach Tours) and with another milestone birthday approaching, I will treat myself by travelling in style. Usually,…

Exciting Announcement: Coming Soon!
Africa/Asia

Exciting Announcement: Coming Soon!

by crazyloon56September 15, 2026

Photo courtesy of Pixabay

Reflections of a Newfoundland Road Trip
Newfoundland Road TripNorth America

Reflections of a Newfoundland Road Trip

by crazyloon56July 5, 2026July 5, 2026

Reflections Throughout this post, you will find moments where my mind reflects on past experiences or people. It is a mixture of the present and the past. Enjoy. How did we get here? When a…

EarthSuds™
Hacks, Tech, Tips and TipplesTravel Products

EarthSuds™

by crazyloon56April 27, 2026

Happy Earth Day (well a little late). Life happens. I wanted to share this product with you that I used on my recent trip to Ecuador. It is called EarthSuds™. Travelling with shampoo, conditioner and…

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