54 Before 54: Lori Kemi’s Ode to Africa
As black travellers, visiting Africa is naturally something we all want to do. If it’s not to reconnect with your roots or culture, then…
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Apr 08, 2018 
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Apr 08, 2018 
How to Take Great Travel Photos: Advice from 11 Dope Photographers
As much as we don’t want to admit it, the importance of taking great travel photos cannot be ignored. But with over 800 million…
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Mar 04, 2018 
5 Things You Need to Know Before Travelling to Maputo, Mozambique
A number of you on Instagram asked how I found Maputo and were likely met with comments denoting a boring city. In…
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Dec 12, 2017 
Where to stay in Tofo, Mozambique
Tofo is an ideal honeymoon location, but is also a great match for adventurers. Snorkelling, diving, horse riding and many other activities can be…
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Nov 20, 2017 
Ezulwini: The Only Area in Swaziland You Should Stay in
I would hope that after reading my 7 Reasons Why Swaziland is Africa’s Best Kept Secret article, you have already packed your…
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Nov 14, 2017 
7 Reasons Why Swaziland is Africa’s Best Kept Secret
When I initially planned my visit to Swaziland, the aim was to make a quick stopover on my journey from South Africa to Mozambique….
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Nov 08, 2017 
Where are the best areas to stay in Cape Town?
Issa guide, you guys! I understand that it can be quite overwhelming to know where to stay in a city, especially if the city…
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Oct 30, 2017 
Love Adventure? Here’s why you should visit Cape Town
Cape Town – home to stunning beaches, scenery and the famous Table Mountain. Over a million people flock to Cape Town annually, and their…
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Oct 30, 2017 
NAACP, why are you doing this?
On August 3, 2017, I received a surprising news notification to my phone: for the first time ever, NAACP issued a statewide travel…
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Aug 07, 2017 
Are you making these 8 mistakes when booking a flight deal?
You visit your favourite travel deal website or check your emails, and the words ‘ERROR FARE’ or ‘FLIGHT DEAL’ pop up on your screen….
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Jun 25, 2017 
How I Travelled the World While Broke AF: 16 Countries in 18 Months
When I introduce myself to people, my travel experiences often lead as an icebreaker. People usually listen in awe as I mention my recent…
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Apr 23, 2017 
They Left Without Me! My Review of OUIBUS
The best thing about living in London is that the rest of Europe is so accessible! Whether it’s travelling by air, road, or train,…
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Mar 28, 2017 
