And this is the reason I wanted to come to India – for Kerala. It didn’t disappoint. Arriving in Kochi by train was not much fun so we were tired and dirty when we checked in. It seems a little more well-kept and maintained in Kochi, the roads are better and less crazy. The streets… Read More »
It’s not that I don’t like Italy but that it’s a diversion I didn’t want in my Balkan Odyssey. However, when you’re travelling without a firm plan and with no travel tickets or accommodation booked then you are opening yourself up to disappointment. I had spent a satisfactory day back in Croatia and had booked… Read More »
Selemani is often found mending fishing boats on the beach. I have known him him a year or so and he made me a fantastic model ngalawa – a traditional fishing boat. I had an idea of how I could help him make some easy money from tourists. They have been returning to Tanzania in… Read More »
Kilwa is famous for its ruins and it’s nice for a change to take in something other than lions or a beach. So when my Turkish friend suggested joining them and their friends in Kilwa for a few days I was happy to go along. You have to have a guide to get to the… Read More »
Kipepeo beach resort is a popular getaway from Dar. The good thing about Kigamboni is that it takes some effort and time to get there so it is not overrun and there’s usually no shortage of loungers in the shade. Three of us headed to the ferry on Saturday morning. We took our beach bags… Read More »