Some of the best train journeys in the world
byWho doesn’t love trains? And who hasn’t dreamt of a long (and adventurous) train journey? Even though the train has lost part of its…
Africa
Come with us to visit Africa and be absorbed by this amazing continent. Our stories and photos will take you to the African heart and soul… Our blog and printed magazine envisage to bring to you genuine travel inspirations so that you will feel motivated to travel around the world. Be warned that a visit to Africa will change your way of travelling, if not your way of living…
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Did you know that:
Africa is the world’s second-largest and second-most-populous continent and the oldest inhabited territory on Earth?
Did you know that diariesof contributors consider:
Africans to be amongst the most generous peoples in the world? Ethiopian women amongst the most beautiful? And Moroccan tagine amongst the tastiest foods in the world?
Game Drives, lodges and sundowners. Tips for your first Safari to Africa
by“What’s the nicest place you’ve ever been?” I’m sure most avid travellers have been asked that question on numerous occasions. Also, I’m sure most…
Best travel destinations in 2019 – diariesof’s choices
byIf your New Year’s resolutions include more travels, and if you are out of ideas, think no more! Check our choices for 2019. In…
Quiz: How much do you know about Cape Verde?
byYou are interested about Cape Verde and want to find out how much you know about it? You have heard of Cape Verde and…
Carnival in São Vicente (feathers and mandingas)
bySome say there is more than one Carnival in São Vicente (Cape Verde). One is the Mandingas Carnival and the other one, as Cesária…
The Tbourida in Morocco (also called Fantasia)
byIf you are planning to visit Morocco in October, there is an event that you just cannot miss. Head to El-Jadida, a city situated…
Best Travel Destinations in 2018
byBelow are some ideas of countries we think are the best travel destinations in 2018. Check them out! 1. Cape Verde The islands of…
Fantastic trip through the Cape Verde islands
byJoin us on the discovery of the beautiful Cape Verde islands. Cabo Verde is ten destinations in one single country. Come with us to…
Santo Antão, Hikers this is for you!
byI found paradise! A land full of tropical fruits, coffee and foreign vegetables. With people so easy-going that you think that you know them…
Fantastic trip through Morocco
byThis is our road trip through Morocco by motorcycle. Come with us to Marrakesh, the city of 1,000 spices and 1,000 smiles. Come with…
Mandingas of São Vicente, Cape Verde
byThe Mandingas were initiated in the 40s by José Moreno also known as Capote. He and his friends were known not only for having…
Transit ‐ On the roads of Morocco
byFar from clichés or sightseeing of the big city of Marrakech and its surroundings. We take buses and taxis to hinterland. Whether in those…
Slave Route in Benin
byWhen I arrived at the embassy of Benin in Togo to fetch my passport which I had left there two days before to get…
Issue #4 of diariesof is out now and features Cape Verde
byIssue #4 of diariesof is OUT NOW! diariesof Cape Verde was officially launched in Luxembourg this June. We had the pleasure to share the moment…
10 Natural Wonders in Cape Verde Islands
byThe Cape Verde Islands have recently elected the 7 natural wonders of the country. We absolutely agree with the choice of the 7 natural wonders…
75 Wishes on Our Travel Wish List constantly in progress
byYes, we have been to all 7 continents, but instead of feeling that the world is getting smaller, we feel that the world, together…
The witches market in Togo
byHow is a taxi ride in Africa? I will try to be the clear about it. A taxi ride in Africa is unimaginable. A…
Togo – a unique African experience
bySomewhere between Ghana, Benin and Burkina Faso there is one of the smallest countries in Africa: Togo. Getting a visa at one of the…
SIMABO – helping stray dogs in Cape Verde
bySIMABO is a non profit shelter and clinic for stray dogs and cats on the Island of São Vicente. They exist since 2008, employ…
Cycling Ghana – from jail to marriage
byWhen I arrived at the airport of Accra in Ghana I was arrested for nearly 24 hours. Reason? I did not have a visa…
