Earlier this year, we started our holiday to beautiful South Africa in Cape Town. We stayed in the Green Point area at Cape Diem Lodge. We truly enjoyed our 5-nights stay here. The manager Bianca and owner Daniel were friendly, readily available, accommodating. The Cape Diem Lodge is well appointed with several restaurants just around… Continue reading Cape Diem Lodge – Cape Town
Isabella island is one of the youngest islands in the Galapagos. It is large island in which residents live the small town of Puerto Villamil. We cruised around the Galapagos Islands on the YACHT ANGELITOÂ a small yacht own by a family for decades. The yacht has 8 rooms with basic amenities with a wonderful guide/owner… Continue reading Isabella Island
During our most recent trip, we decide to fly into Guayaquil instead of Quito. We spent 2 days exploring the city before taking a flight to Galapagos Islands. Several people told us there isn't much to see in Guayaquil. While it's not as popular as Quito, there is some hidden treasures to see including Iguana… Continue reading Guayaquil Ecuador
Our next exploration is the Chobe River, which borders Namibia and Botswana. We booked a houseboat for our stay here on the Chobe Princess I . The passport and papers check is a slightly disorganized process. So, plan for a little extra time. The Houseboat was relaxing and a definite highlight of our time on… Continue reading Cruising Along The Chobe
After the wonderful walk through Victoria Falls, we dedicate the rest of the afternoon to joining a game drive through the National Park of Zimbabwe. We used Viator again for this adventure. We definitely recommend this tour. A Black Rino Monkeys in the trees
We took a private tours of the gorgeous Victoria Falls using Viator. Our guide Locks was excellent as well as our driver Yandi. You will get wet! So, dress accordingly. There are a total of 16 viewing points. The cost of visiting the National Park is $30USD. You can use a credit card without difficulty,… Continue reading Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe
A colony of 1000 breeding pairs of African penguins nests on the beaches and in the gardens of Simon's Town. This is definitely a must see for anyone visiting Cape Town.
Kirstenbosch is an exceptional botanical garden nestled at the eastern foot of Table Mountain in Cape Town. The garden is one of 10 National Botanical Gardens covering five of South Africa's six different biomes and administered by the South African National Biodiversity Table Mountain in Cape Town. This gorgeous garden is worth a visit or picnic… Continue reading Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens
We explore the colorful houses of Bo-Kaap in Cape Town. Ba-Kaap was known as the Malay Quarter. It is a former racially segregated area.
Château Margaux is a wine estate located on the Left Bank of Bordeaux. The estate is one of the five first-growth estates in France's prized Medoc region. We had the pleasure of exploring the estate during a stop. Unfortunately, tastings are only offered for professionals and by appointment only. Still, it was worth a walk… Continue reading Château Margaux
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