Day 9 – Discovering Eswatini
Today is a travel day as we make our way to the Kingdom of Eswatini (formerly known as Swaziland). We are told that Eswatini changed its name in 2018as people were confusing Swaziland with Switzerland.…
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Day 8 – Dumazulu Cultural Village & Hluhluwe Safari
Today we are visiting a cultural centre where we will be learning about the Zulu people and their customs. The afternoon will be spent on our first game drive as we look for black and…
Day 7 – Saint Lucia Estuary
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
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
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
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…
Who Can It Be Knocking At My Door?
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!
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,…
Ecuador – El ultimo dia / The final day
The bags are outside my room and I head to breakfast in the main pavilion and snap a few final photos to remember this beautiful oasis in the jungle. The walk from the lodge to…