A review of Kempinski Hotel Fleuve Congo in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo from the trip Wandering West Africa. Highlights Incredible river and city views. Swanky interiors and design. Great location near diplomatic areas. Fine dining restaurants and bar selection. Background Right in the center of the city is the landmark hotel with 237 rooms … Continue reading Experience: Kempinski Hotel Fleuve Congo, Kinshasa
A review of the Icelandair Hotel Herad in Egilsstadir, Iceland the trip Circling Iceland. Highlights Modern property and guest rooms. Delicious East-Icelandic cuisine. High tea served daily. New conference facilities. Background The Icelandair Hotel chain is considered the premiere hotel group in Iceland. There are nine locations throughout the island and another on the way … Continue reading Experience: Icelandair Hotel Herad, Egilsstadir, Iceland
A review of the The Courtyard Paramaribo in Paramaribo, Suriname on the trip Carib Isles, Latin Miles. Highlights Personable manager and caring staff. Stunning riverside views. Outdoor saltwater pool. Located near city center and attractions. Background The Courtyard Paramaribo by Marriott Hotel may feel like a regular Courtyard at first glance, but there is much … Continue reading Experience: The Courtyard Paramaribo, Suriname
A review of the Guyana Marriott Hotel Georgetown in Guyana the trip Carib Isles, Latin Miles. Highlights Beautiful ocean front location. Modern luxurious facilities and rooms. Connected indoor and outdoor pool. Indoor and outdoor fine dining. State-of-the-art conference and event facilities. Background Georgetown is one of those fantastic places on the coast where the Demerara … Continue reading Experience: Guyana Marriott Hotel Georgetown, Guyana
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
Visiting the top sights of Bamako in a day on my trip to Mali during Wandering West Africa. This city has recently gotten much negative press due to a terrorist raid on the Radisson Blu Bamako which claimed over twenty lives. I was in the city only a couple of weeks prior and was really … Continue reading Bamako 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
A review of the Pagua Bay House in Marigot, Dominica the trip Carib Isles, Latin Miles. Highlights Beachfront property with sweeping views of the bay. Relaxed dining atmosphere serving an international menu. Infinity pool overlooking sea. Jungle and nature activities easily accessible from the hotel. Background Pagua Bay House is a fairly new boutique hotel … Continue reading Experience: Pagua Bay House, Marigot, Dominica
A review of the Mvuu Lodge in Liwonde National Park, Malawi on the trip The South of Africa Tour. Highlights Located right in the middle of Liwonde National Park. Sleeping among the hippos. Expert guided boat cruises and game drives. Great facilities like a refreshing swimming pool. Background The name Mvuu in Chichewa means “hippo” … Continue reading Experience: Mvuu Lodge, Malawi
A review of the The River Club in Livingstone, Zambia on the trip The South of Africa Tour. Highlights Spectacular views over Zambezi National Park. Personal and intimate club atmosphere. Eco-lux suites overlooking the river. Exclusive events and safari packages. Background The River Club is a 5-star award winning lodge which was voted one of … Continue reading Experience: The River Club, Zambia