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Why I’m going to Burma (Myanmar)

September 27, 2015 by Richard Bangs4 Comments

When word got out I was thinking of taking a group to Burma this November, I received this email: Dear Mr. Bangs: I strongly advise you to drop travel to Burma. The treatment of the Rohingy minority is so appalling that I feel that no one should be visiting that country... This is not the first cease and desist-style communication I’ve received about travel to a destination whose politics are at odds with our own. When I received a permit … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Asia · Tagged: Africa, America, Burma, China, Cuba, Culture, History, Iran, Japan, Korea, Music, Restaurants, South Africa, Technology

Ngoma Safari Lodge Botswana – July 2014

July 1, 2014 by Dave4 Comments

This luxury resort is located in the middle of the bush on the edge of the great Chobe National Park. The lodge is perched on the edge of a steep plateau and features eight well appointed suites - each with excellent views overlooking the Namibian plains far below. You come here for both luxury and relaxation, yet the biggest draw is Chobe National Park and its prolific wildlife. The lodge itself is small and low key yet one becomes pampered … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Africa, Africa Safari, Animal Rescue, Botswana, Drinking, Food and Wine, Lodge, National Park, Resort, South Africa, Wildlife, Wine Tasting

Unusual holidays – volunteering in Zimbabwe

March 8, 2014 by Anna Lysakowska2 Comments

After I decided to volunteer at Antelope Park in Gweru in Zimbabwe many people asked me if I really wanted to go there. Everyone is afraid of something; I was afraid of big dogs. That is partly why I wanted to travel there - to test myself and overcome my fears. 'Where else in the world' – like the motto of Antelope Park says, can you walk with lions? When I reached Zimbabwe for the first couple of hours I felt afraid - not about the animals I … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa · Tagged: Africa, Airport, America, Animal Rescue, Art, Australia, Beer, Britain, Bus Travel, Canada, Coffee, Drinking, England, France, Garden, Norway, Pizza, Rainforest, South Africa, Volunteer

Dolphin Encounters, Ponta do Ouro – Mozambique- March 2014

March 1, 2014 by DaveLeave a Comment

Dolphin Encounters is located in Ponta do Ouro in southern Mozambique just across from Kosi Bay in South Africa. There are several companies here that offer swims with the Dolphins but Dolphin Encounters is the oldest in the area and also the only non profit and dolphin research organization here. They were Africa's first Dolphin Interaction and Research Center. The organization was co founded by Angie Gullan in 1994 after she experienced seeing … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Africa, Beach, Dolphin, Mozambique, South Africa

Five Great Drives Around the World

February 1, 2014 by Stephanie BLeave a Comment

Just like a garden is only as good as its soil, or a place is only as good as it’s people, a car is only as good as the road underneath it and whether you’re into grand tourers, sporty hatchbacks or just bundling the family into the back of the MPV, seeking out great roads can make a long drive into an epic adventure! The only real question is where to find these fabulous drives, and to help you get on your way, here’s GoMotorTrade’s guide to the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Africa, Argentina, California, China, Cruising, Culture, Desert, France, Garden, History, Italy, Japan, Mountain Climbing, National Park, Norway, San Diego, San Francisco, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland

Kruger National Park, South Africa – February 2014

February 1, 2014 by Dave2 Comments

For big game viewing it doesn't get much better than Kruger National Park in South Africa. This is a well loved park and to avoid some of the crowds try to visit during the weekdays. The southern part of the park is the most visited and there is accommodation both inside the park and next to its borders. Accommodation outside its borders tends to be cheaper. The National Park Service of South Africa maintains a number of lodges within the park. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Africa, Animal Rescue, Food and Wine, Kruger National Park, Lodge, National Park, South Africa, Wildlife

Road Warrior Plug Adapter

October 22, 2013 by DaveLeave a Comment

Tired of large electrical adapters and multiple adapters - over the course of our own travels we have collected a fairly sizable plastic bag full of these trinkets. When we are on the road it might be Europe one month and Africa the next - then we have to check and see which ones to bring, which countries have which size plugs and so forth. Enter the Road Warrior, a real knight in "glossy plastic", so to speak riding in to solve all these … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Technology Reviews · Tagged: Africa, Europe, Japan, South Africa

Touring Napa Valley: Tasting wine where it’s made

July 2, 2013 by Duncan MarshLeave a Comment

There’s something to be said for having an affordable bottle of rosé on a Friday night – particularly one that is low in calories but still tasty – Blossom Hill is a good example. But to learn more about appreciating wine, the best thing to do is visit the country where it was made – because like olives in Greece, biltong in South Africa or surf and turf in California – it just tastes better! Blossom Hill is made in California (and a bunch of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Africa, America, Art, Britain, California, Drinking, Europe, France, Greece, History, Italy, Napa Valley, North America, Olives, San Francisco, South Africa, Vineyards, Wine Tasting

American Friends of Phelophepa Train Launches First-ever, Eye Clinic Donation Drive

June 6, 2013 by DaveLeave a Comment

American Friends of Phelophepa Train Launches First-ever, Eye Clinic Donation Drive for Under-served in South Africa Donate $5 to Win $40,000 Luxury Trip To South Africa and Day Aboard Train NEW YORK, N.Y. (June 5, 2013) -The American Friends of the Phelophepa Train are launching their first first-ever Eye Clinic Donation Drive, beginning June 4, to raise funds for the purchase of 50,000 pairs of eyeglasses to be dispensed at the eye … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Africa, Africa Safari, Golf, Lodge, New York City, Sand, Scuba Diving, South Africa, Train Travel, Wine Tasting

Volunteer Abroad in Samoa with Projects Abroad

July 28, 2012 by DaveLeave a Comment

NEW YORK - July 27, 2012 - Starting in September 2012, Projects Abroad will host its first volunteers in Samoa, the newest destination where the organization offers international volunteer programs to volunteers of all ages, from students and professionals to families and retirees. Projects Abroad’s volunteer opportunities in Samoa are located in the capital city of Apia. While Samoa may be known as an attractive travel destination thanks to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: Africa, America, Australia, Britain, Canada, Denmark, England, Europe, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Korea, New York City, Romania, Sand, South Africa, Sweden

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