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 Casa Gangotena in Quito, Ecuador the trip Carib Isles, Latin Miles. Highlights Historic mansion with European styled interiors. Central location in Quito’s old city. Fine dining featuring the local tastes of Ecuador. Culturally significant site with close ties to the community. Friendly and professional staff. Background The site of Casa Gangotena … Continue reading Experience: Casa Gangotena, Quito, Ecuador
This week on Wandering West Africa I visit the top sights of Lagos, Nigeria, take a trip to N’Djamena, Chad through Morocco and visit the main sights of N’Djamena. Nigeria Immigration Coming from Cape Verde, via Morocco, I arrived in Lagos in the early morning. Nigeria was a big accomplishment for me, because I had … Continue reading Nigeria and Chad
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
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
A review of the Hotel Patio Andaluz in Quito, Ecuador on the trip Carib Isles, Latin Miles. Highlights Stunning colonial architecture. Close to local historical and cultural sites. Enchanting Ecuadorian and Spanish cuisine. Host to world dignitaries, actors, and historic figures. Listed as an Ecuadorian National Monument. Background Hotel Patio Andaluz is a charming boutique … Continue reading Experience: Hotel Patio Andaluz, Quito
A review of the Sugar Reef Bequia in Bequia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines on the trip Carib Isles, Latin Miles. Highlights Historic buildings converted to a luxury boutique. Dine on locally grown food and freshly-caught seafood. Secluded locale from the top of the mountain and to a private beach. Next door to over 600 … Continue reading Experience: Sugar Reef, Bequia
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
A review of the Grenadine House in Kingstown, St. Vincent on the trip Carib Isles, Latin Miles. Highlights Beautiful views over the bay. Historic property with authentic feel. Elegant casual and fine dining. Attentive and helpful staff. Onsite spa, gym, and outdoor pool. Background Grenadine House is a historic site on the island of St. … Continue reading Experience: Grenadine House, Kingstown, St. Vincent
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