This section covers posts from our travels in Africa over the years. Countries visited include Namibia, South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Gabon, Sao Tome y Principe, Togo, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Morroco, Egypt and Ghana.
In September 2018 Ken’s brother Brett and sister-in-law Linda visited the stunningly beautiful Moroccan Blue City of Chefchaouen - somewhere to definitely add to your travel “to do” list once international travel is possible in a post-coronavirus world. Here is Brett’s report on their trip to “Chef”.
Read MoreFor over 20 years I'd dreamed of visiting the obscure, tiny African nation of São Tomé and Principé. In 2011 the chance finally came, but missed flights and an overly officious immigration offical almost prevented it. Here's the story of what happened.
Read MoreMany still think of Ethiopia as the old stereotype of famine and despair. The current reality is that it is a fascinating country with a rich history and a proud people.
Read MoreA visit to a local village on Lake Togo where voodoo is traditionally practised turns out to be a highlight of our trip to Africa.
Read MoreDramatic landscapes with colossal sand dunes and one of the world's largest canyons; great wildlife viewing; wild seascapes and an interesting colonial past - Namibia has plenty to see and do.
Read MoreOur site is a travel blog for people 50 and over who like to travel independently - to organise and manage their own trips rather than group travel. We also like to go to places that many older travellers avoid in order to show that, with a little planning and care, you can visit almost anywhere in the world.
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