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A World Cup memory and a Reminder to Believe

A World Cup memory and a Reminder to Believe

by on June 16, 2011 in Adventure Mindset, Destination, Reflection

As I watch the CONCACAF Gold Cup, (soccer tournament) I recall the magic of last June. I recall the world coming together to watch soccer, recall witnessing South Africa continue to heal through sports, and I recall believing I’d see USA play a World Cup match. When my tour through Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Namibia and […]

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Three West Africa Adventure Films

Three West Africa Adventure Films

by on May 26, 2011 in Destination, Films

Africa was once labeled the “dark continent,” because so much was unknown, or rather unknown to us. I am not sure it is any more unknown or remote when compared with destinations in Asia or South America, but I can say that much of the region is unknown to me (and maybe you too?) My […]

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Greenmarket Square in Cape Town

Greenmarket Square in Cape Town

by on May 9, 2011 in Destination, Market

One of the oldest squares in Cape Town, Greenmarket Square can be found just a few blocks off Long Street in the center of the city.  On one end of the street, I stayed at the Westin on the other end I found the perfect Royale with Cheese burger. And if you head to Cape Town […]

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Sunset Sunday – The Westin, Cape Town, South Africa

Sunset Sunday – The Westin, Cape Town, South Africa

by on May 1, 2011 in Sunset Sunday

During the World Cup, I spent a few nights in Cape Town. The $15 USD dorm rate at local hostels suddenly changed and the rates skyrocketed to nearly $50 (even more at some places) so I decided to take action. I checked in to the Westin, an SPG property that provided a pay and points […]

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The Views of Victoria Falls Hotel

The Views of Victoria Falls Hotel

by on April 26, 2011 in Destination, Stay Luxurious

I never equated Africa with luxury. I dreamed of rugged safari drives to search for the Big 5,  riverboat journeys through Namibia on the Chobe, and loads of adventure. And yes, I found all that, but I also discovered luxury. Much Luxury. From the South African Winelands, the “foodie” and cosmopolitan city Cape Town, to […]

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A Stop in Solitaire, Namibia

A Stop in Solitaire, Namibia

by on April 22, 2011 in Destination

A car pulled to the sole gas station and two guys exited. The first lit his cigarette and headed to the general store, the other lit his and started refueling the car. This was Solitaire, Namibia. The stop, a good distance from Windhoek, the capital city, and the coastal destinations of Swakopmund or the red […]

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Time to Return to the Pyramids of Egypt

Time to Return to the Pyramids of Egypt

by on April 19, 2011 in Destination, Guest Post

During my time in Cape Town, I connected with Acacia Africa. The overland tour company provided me a half day tour of the city highlighted by a visit to the District 6 museum. Afterwards, they took me by the office and allowed me to see operations and listen to the stories of past adventure. Africa […]

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Sunset Sunday – Swakopmund, Namibia

Sunset Sunday – Swakopmund, Namibia

by on April 17, 2011 in Sunset Sunday

Namibia claims to be the second least populated country in the world. It ranks behind Mongolia (tops on my bucket list for travel). The place can feel empty. Very empty at times. And not just in the desert. After the journey on the road from Sossusvlei to Swakopmund, we found out just how empty. The […]

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