Category: Things to Do
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Top 10 Things to Do in Sydney
Outside of central Sydney Australia, if there one beach to visit, it’s Bondi Beach. Pronounce it “Bond-eye Beach” to avoid being mocked by locals. This is a popular beach in the Eastern Sydney Suburbs. It was the location of the 2000 Olympics beach volleyball competitions. When planning your Australian trip, Sydney Australia is mandatory and…
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5 Of the Best Destinations to Visit by Car on a Uganda Trip
Lying across the Equator in Eastern Africa at an elevation of 1100m, Uganda spans over 236580sq.km. Despite being a landlocked country, Uganda is endowed ecologically, a destination where the East African savannas meet the West African jungles. It is in Uganda where you can watch lions roam freely in the savanna plains, find great apes…
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Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Dawn wake up, I was amongst the first from our group to sit down for a hearty American-style breakfast of hot porridge, eggs, fruit and coffee. Considering a gorilla safari in Volcanoes National Park to see Rwanda’s endangered mountain gorillas can take anywhere from 2-10 hours, I wanted to ensure my batteries were fully charged.…
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Enjoy Paragliding at The Mount Blanc Region in France
Chamonix-Mont Blanc or the Mont Blanc region is one of the most famous regions in Europe for outdoor activities. Described by Mark Twight, the American mountaineer as ‘The death sport capital of the world’, the Mont Blanc region is known for its adventurous outdoor activities like ice climbing, rock climbing, canyoning, skiing, paragliding and rafting.…
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Watching Ice Bears in Norway
It’s really cold around this time of year and it’s not going to warm up any time soon. With that in mind, finding a nice place to enjoy the cold weather seems plausible compared to heading south for the winter like the birds. In fact, there are some places in the north which have cold…
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Best Things to Do in Shangai
Shanghai, or in short Hu, is the capital city of the world’s most populous country, China. My husband Greg and I decided to tour Shanghai which is a renowned global metropolis which draws worldwide attention. Located on the estuary of Yangtze River, this city serves as an influential financial, cultural and economic centre. In addition…
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4 Experiences You Might Not Expect In South Africa
Most people think first of Cape Town when imagining a trip to South Africa, and with good reason. Known for its festive culture, modern urban areas, and stunning natural beauty, it’s been called Africa’s tourism beacon, and is a popular destination for all kinds of people. The only problem with this is that it almost…
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10 Greatest Adventure Activities in the World
Everyone wants to do those adventure activities that would excite, thrill, and get the adrenaline in touch with the soul. Different people have different ideas of fun times. For some, fun is driving in the middle of the night on a quiet highway, surfing through huge waves, taking a walk along a shoreline, playing games,…
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7 Rare Creatures to Spot Around the World
An estimated 7.77 million animal species call Earth home – yet nearly 90% have never been identified, and many are at risk of extinction. Head off to spot this magnificent seven – while there’s still time… Orangutan, Borneo Orangutan, Borneo Both species of the ‘man of the forest’, Bornean and Sumatran, are Critically Endangered, their…
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Top 5 Things to Do in Uganda
Uganda is an upcoming destination in terms of adventure travel. Many tourists flock to Uganda to take several adventure activities such as gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable forest or Mgahinga national park, chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest, Budongo Forest or Kaniyo Pabidi, white water rafting along the Nile River, Bungee jumping in Jinja and more.…