Spending my birthday on a plane, entering Tonga and visiting its main sites on the trip Pacifying the Pacific. Country 171 To get from Tuvalu to Tonga I had to spend a full day traveling. First I flew to Suva, then Nadi and finally caught a flight to Tonga. This happened to be my birthday … Continue reading Tonga
A review of the Hilton Addis Ababa in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia the trip Horn of Africa Tour. Highlights Hilton quality in rooms and facilities. Geothermally heated outdoor pool. Popular bars and restaurants for fine dining . Extensive hotel grounds with many activities onsite. Conference facilities ideal for business. Background The Hilton Addis Ababa is one … Continue reading Experience: Hilton Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
A review of the Sabean International Hotel in Aksum, Ethiopia the trip Horn of Africa Tour. Highlights Close to UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Onsite restaurant. Meeting and conference facilities. Tours available. Background The city of Aksum (or Axum) has been one of UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites since 1980. It has also been a world trading … Continue reading Experience: Sabean International Hotel, Aksum, Ethiopia
A review of the Panoramic View Hotel in Lalibela, Ethiopia the trip Horn of Africa Tour. Highlights Incredible valley views. Traditional and international cuisine. Ethiopian experiences. Onsite tour guides. Great service and staff. Background The Panoramic View Hotel is a relatively new hotel with some of the best views in Lalibela, a town some call … Continue reading Experience: Panoramic View Hotel, Lalibela, Ethiopia
A review of the Casa Ellul in Valletta, Malta the trip A Long Malta Weekend. Highlights Located in the cultural heart of Valetta. Beautifully appointed and designed suites. Historic and local roots in the community. Great service team. Background Casa Ellul in Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage City, is steeped in history. The home on … Continue reading Experience: Casa Ellul, Valletta, Malta
This week on Wandering West Africa I arrive in the Central African Republic, visit the top sights of Bangui, fly to Niger with a layover in Casablanca and visit the top sights of Niamey. Central African Republic Arriving in the morning I was definitely a bit nervous. Bangui has been struggling with violence for years and … Continue reading Central African Republic and Niger
A review of the Hotel Plaza Grande in Quito, Ecuador on the trip Carib Isles, Latin Miles. Highlights Historic property right in the central Plaza de la Independencia. Fine French inspired cuisine with live opera. Luxurious rooms and amenities. Highly personalized service. Background Hotel Plaza Grande is has been one of the most unique buildings … Continue reading Experience: Hotel Plaza Grande, Quito, Ecuador
This week on Wandering West Africa, Sightseeing Sao Tome, Flight to Cape Verde, Sightseeing Cape Verde, and Flight to Lagos via Casablanca. Sao Tome Sightseeing Stepping off the plane in Sao Tome by feeling the wind and air, I knew I was near the sea. The immigration process was a breeze. They must be used … Continue reading Paradises of Sao Tome and Cape Verde
Touring the main attractions of Kuwait in a day on the trip Perusing the Persian Gulf. Kuwait Visa on Arrival Landing in Kuwait my first task was to get a visa on arrival. I was directed out to the departures hall, which is strange as I did not go through immigration yet, where there is … Continue reading Kuwait in a Day
This week on Wandering West Africa, Another Night in Cameroon, Arriving in Congo, Angola Visa in Brazzaville Congo, Chad Visa in Brazzaville Congo, Sightseeing Brazzaville, Ferry from Congo to the DRC, Angola Visa in Kinshasa DRC, Flight from DRC to Angola and Sightseeing Luanda. This week has been hectic, exhausting, but overall a success. Another … Continue reading The Congo, DRC and Angola