Thousands of backpackers pass through Maputo, the capital city of Mozambique, each year. It is worthwhile spending at least 3 days in Maputo before travelling inland to the traditional backpacker destinations of Xai-xai and Tofo. Mozambique’s history of colonisation by the Portuguese has left a colourful and eclectic legacy in […]
Money Advice For Backpackers – When to Use Cash, Credit Cards and Traveler’s Checks
General Do not put all your eggs in the same basket. Divide your cash, credit cards and travelers cheques in several locations e.g. in your daypack, backpack, money belt and wallet. Research the most suitable way to carry money in your destination. It can be US dollars, traveler’s cheques, credit […]
What Ever Happened to My Favorite Little Boutique Resort?
We have all taken vacations and stayed at marvelous independently owned boutique resorts and bed and breakfasts. We marvel at their attention to detail, their value, their friendliness, and the hard work and long hours the owners put in to make us happy. Many of us have probably said because […]
Visit Rift Valley, Premier Tourists Destination in Ethiopia!
Rift Valley is group of some of the oldest, largest and deepest lakes in the world, formed by the East African Rift. Each of the seven lakes has its own special life and character and provides ideal habitats for the exuberant variety of flora and fauna which runs through the […]
Packing for Journey Journey
You will find a funny scene in Romancing the Stone when Michael Douglas’ character meets Kathleen Turner’s character and agrees to acquire her to a telephone booth hundreds of miles away. He simply just refuses to help her carry her fully impractical luggage and a couple scenes later on goes […]
A History of Convair 880 and 990 Aircraft Accidents
Although the Convair 880’s and 990’s accident history can be considered extensive, especially in ratio to the number that entered service, several aspects should be considered. In the 15-year period between 1960, the type’s year of service entry, to 1974, there were seven fatal mishaps. Four included the CV-990A, whose […]
Beautiful places to explore in Nainital
Nainital, one of the prettiest hill towns in India, is encircled by luscious slopes, old cottages, and a network of twisting pathways. The town is well-known for its many natural features as well as for having a pleasant climate throughout the whole year. Old temples and historical structures, boating and […]
Cruising For The Initial Time – Not Guaranteed About It?
This time I’m going to explain to you all the great things about cruising: 1. You pay a visit to heaps of locations with no any effort and hard work on your part 2. You will not pay for expensive lodging just about every evening 3. You can have any […]
Learn to Fly on Your Computer – RC Flight Simulator
Flying model aircraft via radio control (RC) has been a very popular hobby since the mid 1960s, with the advent of compact electronic radio control systems. However, in order to learn how to fly, all instruction had to be done with your model flying in the air. There was essentially […]
Disney Baltic Cruise
I would like to explain what my family and I did each day as we enjoyed our family vacation aboard the Disney Magic; Day 1; We arrived at the port in Copenhagen, Denmark around 1:00pm, though you can board as early as 11am. We gave ourselves 3 hours to board […]