Journaling The Journey
Update, August 2024 – Venezuela Embassy has closed down in Panama City. Our recommendation is to follow the Venezuela Visa Support private page on Facebook, which provides up to date recommendations as this change very quickly. Below is our account of how we received the Venezuela Visa through the now closed Venezuela Embassy in Panama […]
Many of us enjoy traveling to sunny destinations, getting to know interesting new cultures and having new experiences. Yes, Cuba is all that. However, there are things to know about Cuba before visiting this Caribbean nation. There are many Cuba hidden truths that we were shocked to find out about. We want to share with […]
In this post we share with you this off the beaten path Cuba travel guide of the best places to visit in Cuba. This Cuba itinerary visits charming towns like Trinidad, Cienfuegos and the artsy Las Terrazas. Cuba’s stunning nature shines in the Topes de Collantes Natural Park, Vinales Valley and gorgeous Soroa. And we […]
Our Togo travel experiences were truly unusual and bizarre. Read on to find out about this tiny nation and about the unique experiences in Togo that we had. Togo is a tiny country on the west coast of Africa. It is home to some peculiar and a few interesting cultural attractions. One of the most […]
This Cap Haitien Travel guide reviews all the things to do in Cap Haitien and discusses the question, Is Cap Haitien safe to visit? This is a country in deep crisis and out of the 191 countries that we have already visited was the one that scared us the most. The bay in Cap Haitien, […]
The Gambia is one of those delightful gems that we uncovered during our lengthy travels through West Africa. Have you ever seen a map of this country (hint, it is just below)?! It is something! In addition, this is the smallest country in mainland Africa. Gambia travel is chock full of interesting and diverse flora […]
Burkina Faso travel is an adventure into an off the beaten path destination. It is a country of many contrasts, incredibly welcoming people, stunning architecture and deep culture. Burkina Faso travel for us was a real adventure. It was also a chance for us to step outside of our comfort zone, challenge our preconceptions, and […]
Our malaria travel story is a cautionary tale of how powerful and deadly malaria really is. All it takes is just one mosquito bite and left untended, what can happen and did happen to us. In addition, we got an opportunity to do a malaria healthcare comparison by evaluating two emergency medical systems. One in […]
Liberia ecotourism doesn’t immediately come to mind when thinking about travel here. It’s not the first destination that might spring to mind for a nature-focused adventure. But that’s precisely why it’s such a hidden gem waiting to be discovered! However, the ecotourism in Liberia scene offers an enriching experience for travelers seeking adventure, sustainability, and […]
Popenguine Senegal is the perfect beach town on the Petite-Cote of Senegal and has become one of our favorite places in the world. Popenguine beach is actually one of the best beaches in Senegal – and we think the best one! Read on to find out why! Selecting the best beach on the Petite-Côte of […]