Stephen and I have met, and kissed, an elephant before in Bali. But meeting a smaller, Asian elephant without tusks at the zoo was a very different experience than meeting a male, African elephant with tusks who, while tame, is still very free range in charge of his own … [Read more...] about Elephant Kisses – Meeting Tswale In South Africa
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Kruger National Park: 13 Tips For A Successful Self-Drive Safari
I'd always imagined it would be expensive doing a safari in Africa. While some safari experiences in different countries certainly can be expensive, it doesn't have to be that way. Shae and I recently spent a week doing a self-drive safari at Kruger National Park in South … [Read more...] about Kruger National Park: 13 Tips For A Successful Self-Drive Safari
50 Animal Photos From Kruger National Park In South Africa Taken With Our Phones
Kruger National Park in South Africa was incredible - even more amazing than I'd been expecting. Getting to see so many animals in the wild - incredibly close in some cases - was such a fantastic experience. In an ideal world when going on safari there - whether self-drive or … [Read more...] about 50 Animal Photos From Kruger National Park In South Africa Taken With Our Phones
The Awesome Drive Between Johannesburg & Kruger National Park
Having spent a couple of weeks in Mauritius rather than Australia (here's why), it was time for the second part of our international trip - a week doing a self-drive safari at Kruger National Park in South Africa. We stayed with friends in Marloth Park, a town just outside of … [Read more...] about The Awesome Drive Between Johannesburg & Kruger National Park
20 Fun & Interesting Things To Do In Mauritius (+ Many Bonus Ideas)
When our trip to Australia didn't work out, we had to pivot and made a last minute decision to visit Mauritius instead. That ended up being a great choice as we spent two wonderful weeks there. If you're not familiar with Mauritius, it's an African country which is an island … [Read more...] about 20 Fun & Interesting Things To Do In Mauritius (+ Many Bonus Ideas)
Lions & Quokkas & Scorpions, Oh My: A Month In Australia, South Africa & More
In mid-December we paused the road trip to spend the holidays in the Virginia Beach, VA area near family and friends. Even though it's the new year, we're not getting back on the road for now. Well, we are - it's just not going to be roads in the US! Shae and I are heading … [Read more...] about Lions & Quokkas & Scorpions, Oh My: A Month In Australia, South Africa & More
Castles, Gardens, Seals, Otters, Friends & Much More: Week 2 Of Our 5 Week International Trip
After finishing up our three days in Bath, England, it was time for us to head further southwest. This second week of our international trip was even busier than the first as we stayed in four different places over the course of six nights. We managed to fit in a lot during … [Read more...] about Castles, Gardens, Seals, Otters, Friends & Much More: Week 2 Of Our 5 Week International Trip
A Day & Late Night At Henry Doorly Zoo In Omaha, NE
There's no way this short post can do justice to one of the top 5 zoos in the world, but I'll give a glimpse into the magic so you know what to expect when you're near Omaha, Nebraska so you can visit Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. Being a big enthusiast for well-run … [Read more...] about A Day & Late Night At Henry Doorly Zoo In Omaha, NE
5 More Days In Flagstaff, AZ: Sliding, Hiking, Cycling, Bending & More
After just over three weeks of my parents joining us from the UK on our road trip, it was time for us to make our final stop with them - Flagstaff, AZ. This was originally the main purpose of their trip over here as they wanted to visit the Grand Canyon. There were so many … [Read more...] about 5 More Days In Flagstaff, AZ: Sliding, Hiking, Cycling, Bending & More
Kanab, UT: A Great Place To Stay With Animals & Make Best Friends
If you're an animal lover like myself, I highly recommend staying in Kanab, UT. Sure, you might find others who are there to see minor sites like Bryce Canyon and Zion National Park, but we know the real reason to stay there. That reason is Best Friends Animal … [Read more...] about Kanab, UT: A Great Place To Stay With Animals & Make Best Friends