Marrakesh was the place I was most excited to visit in Morocco—and it lived up to the hype. The city is a sensory overload in the best possible way: the scent of spices drifting through the medina, the call to prayer echoing at dusk, vibrant souks that feel like mazes, and tiled palaces tucked behind […]
Category: Africa
17 Best Things to Do in Marrakesh: What I Loved (and What to Skip)
Marrakesh was my first real taste of Morocco — and what a welcome it was. Intense, colorful, and buzzing with energy, the city pulls you in fast. I spent several days wandering its winding medina, sipping mint tea on rooftops, dodging motorbikes in alleys, and finding quiet corners in unexpected places. There’s so much packed […]
Visiting Ait Ben Haddou:Your Ultimate Travel Guide
Tucked between the High Atlas Mountains and the edge of the desert, Ait Ben Haddou is one of those places that instantly transports you. I stopped there as part of a longer journey through southern Morocco and was struck by how surreal the whole setting felt—crumbling kasbahs glowing in the late afternoon sun, donkeys trudging […]
Exploring Chefchaouen: Morocco’s Blue City
During my month-long trip to Morocco, Chefchaouen was one of those places I instantly wished I had more time in. Tucked into the Rif Mountains, this little blue-washed town felt like a breath of calm after the buzz of Morocco’s bigger cities. I spent two full days there — one wandering its winding alleys, soaking […]
Kenya Bucket List – Top Places to Visit for an Unforgettable Trip
If you’re planning a trip to Kenya, you’re in for a treat. This East African country offers something for everyone, whether you want to visit a bustling city, explore breathtaking landscapes, or just relax on a beautiful beach. From the savannahs of the Maasai Mara and the stunning beaches of the Kenyan coast to the […]
Best things to do in Tunis
Beyond its chaotic aspect, Tunisia’s capital is home to one of the world’s most mesmerizing medina, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its tiny maze-like streets are full of hidden treasures. From century-old houses where craftsmen practice ancestral arts to little cafés where you’ll enjoy drinking mint tea, sinking in the local atmosphere… Tunis is […]
Best places to visit in Tozeur: mountain oases and Star Wars sets
Tozeur, near the Algerian border, is home to many wonders. From trekking to mountain oases to exploring Star Wars sets in the middle of the Sahara, the region will keep you busy. I guarantee you’ll be impressed and mesmerized by its splendid beauty. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, which means that if you click […]
UNESCO Tunisia: 8 World heritage sites
Tunisia is definitively an out-of-the-beaten-track destination. If you like to discover amazing places with few tourists around, then, Tunisia is a destination for you. Here are eight incredible UNESCO world heritage sites to explore: El Jem Amphitheatre Carthage Tunis Medina Ichkeul National Park Kerkuane Kairouan Sousse Medina Dougga Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links, which […]
Troglodyte villages in Southern Tunisia
Berber tribes used to flourish in North Africa before the Arab conquest, during the Middle Age. They were forced to improvise and started to build their villages up the mountains to be able to protect themselves against Arab raids better. Traditionally, the Berber houses were built underground or inside a rock, like a cave. This […]
Gabès – Tunisia’s marine oasis
Gabès, Tunisia, is the only marine Oasis located along the Mediterranean coast and one of the last oases of this type, in the world. Along the Tunisian East Coast, this thousand-years-old palm grove hosts more than 300 000 palm trees (the ones producing dates). Gabès used to be an essential crossroads between the desert and […]
