South Africa had been on my bucket list for ages. Sun, mountains, beaches, culture, history — what’s not to love? So, when it was finally time to visit, we did as much research as possible to get the most out of the trip. If you’ve had your eye on traveling to South Africa, this post will help. I’ll share some useful tips from our three-week visit about everything from travel requirements, safety, culture, and getting around major cities in South Africa.
Our Favorite Things to Do in Beautiful Cape Town
Cape Town is called the “Mother City,” which I think is so sweet, but sweetness aside, this city deserves the title because it truly is a melting point of cultures. Step outside, and you’ll hear everyone speaking a different language, from Xhosa to Afrikaans, to French, Russian, and Portuguese — it’s incredible. There’s SO MUCH to do in Cape Town, especially if you love food but also if you love history, art, adventure, or nature.
Five Days in Johannesburg: What We Did
If you’re planning a visit to Johannesburg, I’m sharing some of our favorite things we did there and my top places to eat as a major foodie. Feel free to steal our itinerary!
Where to Stay in Kenya
Having visited Kenya twice and counting, we’ve had the pleasure of experiencing some truly remarkable stays. In this post, I’ll share some of my favorite places to stay in Kenya, two places I’m eager to return to, and one place that, while it didn’t quite capture my heart, I believe could still be a great fit for certain travelers.
Kenya Travel Guide: What to Know Before Your First Visit
Kenya is one of our favorite countries to visit (we visited twice last year!), and we try to go there at least once a year. If you’re planning a trip to Kenya and have questions about safety, moving around, budget, or anything else, I’ve got you covered. This post will answer the most commonly asked questions about visiting Kenya, so if you have any additional questions, feel free to leave them in the comments.
What to Do in Kenya Besides Safari
Kenya is fast becoming a well-known African travel destination, but most visitors only know the country for its safari potential. Having done a Kenyan safari, we wholeheartedly recommend going on safari in Kenya. However, safaris are not cheap and not the relaxing experience either, so if you’d like to sit it out on this visit and are wondering what to do in Kenya besides safari, this is the post for you.
A Foodie’s Guide to Nairobi: My Favorite Places to Eat in the City!
We spent a little over two weeks in Nairobi and ate at over 20 restaurants (some multiple times, too!). I’ll share my favorites, those I liked (but could be better), a few “just fine” places, and several I would have loved to try but didn’t get a chance to visit.
Our Visit to Lamu: Lamu Travel Guide
Even before I actively wanted to visit Kenya, I’d heard so much about beautiful Lamu. Several social media connections had posted pictures on a sunset dhow—and honestly, I wasn’t sure Lamu would be my kind of island. It seemed so remote, so far away, so still, so old. But one weekend on this slow-paced island changed my view. If you’re contemplating a visit to the Kenyan coast, put Lamu on your radar. This Lamu travel guide will provide all the information you need to make your trip a success.
Diani Beach: The Best Coastline on the African Continent?
Diani was not on my list of places to visit in Kenya. For our first trip there in July 2023, we planned to do a 4-day safari and then spend a few days in Nairobi afterward. But when I asked a friend who lives in Kenya for one must-see spot, her answer was Diani!
10 Exciting Things to Do in Rwanda
Whether you love history, great coffee, books, or outdoor adventure, there’s something for you in Rwanda! We’ve included 7 things we did and 3 things we really wanted to do but couldn’t get around to on this trip.
Our African Safari Adventure in Kenya
Going on an African safari is high on many travel bucket lists–and for good reason! If you love animals and the great, big, wild outdoors, you will LOVE being on a safari. I’ve always dreamed of spending time in the wild with animals, so when we had the opportunity to visit Kenya, it was my first itinerary item! Here’s everything you need to know about going on safari.
Is Rwanda Safe? 13 Things to Know Before You Travel
If you’ve been contemplating travel to Rwanda, you probably have a ton of questions! “Is Rwanda safe to visit?” “What are the travel requirements?” This Rwanda travel guide will answer all your questions!
