a flooded Grand Bassin just before a festival in Mauritius
Africa, Mauritius

Grand Bassin, Mauritius • Visiting the most sacred place on the island

Mauritius is an incredible multi-cultural island nation, whose people celebrate their differences, rather than let their differences divide them. Visiting Grand Bassin is the ideal way to learn more about Mauritian Hindu culture, digging deeper than the beautiful beaches this stunning country is known for. Want to skip the story and head straight to the… Continue reading Grand Bassin, Mauritius • Visiting the most sacred place on the island

visiting Mauritius beaches on a budget
Africa, Mauritius

Mauritius on a Budget

The island nation of Mauritius is known for being a luxury destination, perfect for honeymooners wanting to lounge in five star tropical paradise. (The lucky old things). So I wasn't expecting to be able to do very much of anything with my own limited funds. Thank goodness that I was oh so very wrong. There… Continue reading Mauritius on a Budget

fishermen on the Suez Canal
Africa, Egypt

Cruise Through the Suez Canal: Here’s What it’s Like to Sail Through the Egyptian Desert

A cruise through the Suez Canal was a surreal experience unlike any other. *This site contains affiliate links, where I earn a small commission from purchases you make, at no cost to you. Our ship spent all Summer and the beginnings of Autumn in the Adriatic Sea, ambling out of Venice weekly to drop in… Continue reading Cruise Through the Suez Canal: Here’s What it’s Like to Sail Through the Egyptian Desert

clouds around the village
Africa, Réunion

Hell-Bourg, Réunion. One of France’s most beautiful villages…in Africa

If you were to picture a French village right now, what would you think of? (Go on, right now, I dare ya!) Winding cobblestone alleyways, bunches of lavender and the odd medieval church are probably what springs to mind. It makes sense, after all. But one of the villages on the list of 'most beautiful… Continue reading Hell-Bourg, Réunion. One of France’s most beautiful villages…in Africa

A guide to hiking Cap Noir, Réunion
Africa, Réunion

Cap Noir and La Roche Verre Bouteille- the most magical hike in Réunion

Hiking Cap Noir and La Roche Verre Bouteille on the French island of Réunion was one of the most breathtaking experiences I had in the Indian Ocean. *This site contains affiliate links, where I earn a small commission from purchases you make, at no cost to you. We left the cruise port in Réunion on… Continue reading Cap Noir and La Roche Verre Bouteille- the most magical hike in Réunion

the Le Morne peninsula
Africa, Mauritius

Hiking in Mauritius – A Road Trip to Le Morne Brabant

Mauritius is famous for its stunning beaches and five star resorts. BUT there are SO MANY amazing outdoor activities to try here aside from sun bathing- and hiking in Mauritius is one of the most popular. Allow me to cut straight to the chase here guys, and say that hiking up Le Morne Brabant was… Continue reading Hiking in Mauritius – A Road Trip to Le Morne Brabant