Africa

Safaris are incredible! I’ve been on four in three countries (plus a mini tigerfish fishing trip in Zimbabwe). I’ll never forget packing for my first safari. Whenever I looked at a blog, I saw khaki cargo pants, green and white shirts, and big boots. I don’t usually wear these things. Plus, while I’m not going…

If you’re headed on a safari and your tour operator or flight has a luggage restriction, I’ve got you covered. I’ve been on four safaris in three different countries. It’s not unusual to have a weight restriction on your luggage or to be required to bring soft-sided luggage for a small plane.  Finding the best…

I’ve been on four safaris in 3 different countries. But I’ll never forget trying to figure out what to wear on a safari for my first safari trip. I’ve never found more conflicting packing advice. When you add in the luggage limits, it becomes even more stressful. I consulted locals and looked at Google images…

An African safari is a bucket list trip, and it’s unlike any other trip you’ve been on. Knowing what to expect can be tough. I’ve been on four different safaris in three different countries, stayed in luxury properties in Kenya, and camped in Botswana. There are 9 ways to ensure you have an incredible first…

Kruger National Park is massive. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the options as soon as you start looking at planning your self-driving itinerary. You’ll have to decide where you want to stay, but I’ve planned two trips to Kruger. One was canceled due to the pandemic, so I got a second chance at planning….

Self-driving Kruger National Park in South Africa is one of the best ways to make a safari more affordable. It requires more planning and thought but also costs thousands of dollars less than some of the private game reserves nearby. It’s worth the effort if you’re budget-conscious. Both times I was planning my trip to…