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13 reasons to Visit Cape Town

13 reasons to Visit Cape Town

Image by neilsingapore The second largest city of South Africa and the southern most city of the mighty and timeless African continent, Cape Town is a place of many marvels. A journey to this modern city takes you back into nature’s lap to your complete surprise. There are so many wonders that are waiting to … More

Desert Rhino Camp of Namibia: A walk into the uncharted soul of Africa!

Desert Rhino Camp of Namibia: A walk into the uncharted soul of Africa!

A million acres of privacy in the heart of Africa, a trip into Mother Nature’s most beloved land and a close look at some of the rarest wild species on the planet – an expedition to the Desert Rhino Camp of Namibia is unlike anything else that the African continent has on offer. Image by … More

Dead Vlei: Sossusvlei National Park, Namibia

Dead Vlei: Sossusvlei National Park, Namibia

Dead Vlei was formed when the nearby Tsauchab River flooded, forming several shallow pools that eventually receded when the climate changed. The water was present long enough for Camelthorn trees to take root. Dead Vlei hasn’t flooded in living memory and the specter trunks are nearly 1,000 years old. The extreme aridity of the desert prevents them from decomposing.

The Magnificient Sights of Marrakesh

The Magnificient Sights of Marrakesh

Once an important stop for caravans in route to Timbuktu, the city of Marrakesh is now famous amongst tourists visiting Morocco. Though most commonly noted for its trading posts and hotels, Marrakesh is home to several incredible Moroccan historic and architectural sites, museums, and religious grounds. Check out our seven favorite attractions in Marrakesh. 7. … More

Miraculous Madagascar

Miraculous Madagascar

Madagascar’s isolation from other land masses has had a significant influence on the ecology of the France-sized island country. Much like the diversity and uniqueness of Australia’s natural wonders, Madagascar is home to fauna, insects and mammals of unimaginable form. The country and its contents almost seem alien when compared to typical travel destinations. Nearly … More

Lalibela – The African Jerusalem

Lalibela – The African Jerusalem

Located in the northern part of Ethiopia, Lalibela was built as a response to the capture of Jerusalem by Muslims and became a center of pilgrimage for most of the country’s Christians. Before the rule of Saint Gebre Mesqel Lalibela, of the Zagwe Dynasty, the town was known as Roha and was the capital city … More

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