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Tarangire is a combination of the words ‘tara’ and ‘ngire’. Tara is the river that runs through the park and ngire is the Swahili word for warthog, so the name literally means ‘river of warthogs’. You’ll almost certainly see enough of these super fun – but also super shy – animals but what the park… Read More »GUIDE TO TARANGIRE NATIONAL PARK, TANZANIA
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Tarangire is a combination of the words ‘tara’ and ‘ngire’. Tara is the river that runs through the park and ngire is the Swahili word for warthog, so the name literally means ‘river of warthogs’. You’ll almost certainly see enough of these super fun – but also super shy – animal...
A small village just a bit below the edge of Kilimanjaro National Park, a beautiful waterfall, an introduction to local coffee making and a delicious homemade ‘Chagga’ (*) lunch… A visit to Materuni waterfall and village is one of the best introductions to local village life near Moshi, Tanzania. (*) The Chagga are the third… Read More »MATERUNI WATERFALL, near Moshi, Tanzania
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A small village just a bit below the edge of Kilimanjaro National Park, a beautiful waterfall, an introduction to local coffee making and a delicious homemade ‘Chagga’ (*) lunch… A visit to Materuni waterfall and village is one of the best introductions to local village life near...
Oh how I’ve missed these little ABC’s of best things to do in… They’ve always been my favorite way of giving a fun twist to boring lists and still are. This time I want to tell you all about my favorite things to do in and around Moshi, Tanzania. All thoroughly tested by yours truly,… Read More »MY ABC OF THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN MOSHI, TANZANIA
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Oh how I’ve missed these little ABC’s of best things to do in… They’ve always been my favorite way of giving a fun twist to boring lists and still are. This time I want to tell you all about my favorite things to do in and around Moshi, Tanzania. All thoroughly tested by yours tr...
Are you the kind of independent traveler that’s slightly allergic to organized tours and would rather plan every single second of your trip by yourself for maximum freedom and adventure? Being a super independent traveler myself, I feel you. I’ve been traveling on my own since 2001 and in all those years I can count… Read More »TANZANIA: INDEPENDENT TRAVEL OR ORGANIZED TOUR?
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Are you the kind of independent traveler that’s slightly allergic to organized tours and would rather plan every single second of your trip by yourself for maximum freedom and adventure? Being a super independent traveler myself, I feel you. I’ve been traveling on my own since 20...
Serengeti means ‘the places where the land moves on forever’ or ‘endless plains’ in Maasai language and they couldn’t possible have picked a better name. It’s what safari dreams are made of and it’s not for no reason that it served as inspiration for the Lion King and that it’s one of the most popular… Read More »GUIDE TO SERENGETI NATIONAL PARK, TANZANIA
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Serengeti means ‘the places where the land moves on forever’ or ‘endless plains’ in Maasai language and they couldn’t possible have picked a better name. It’s what safari dreams are made of and it’s not for no reason that it served as inspiration for the Lion King and that it’s o...
Imagine this… You’ve been dreaming of Tanzania for as long as you can remember, you’ve saved up for that safari-of-a-lifetime and finally you’ve arrived in Tanzania… only to discover it’s a week into the rain season or after the end of the great migration. Horror! But be reassured, after reading this article, that won’t happen… Read More »THE BEST TIME TO VISIT TANZANIA
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Imagine this… You’ve been dreaming of Tanzania for as long as you can remember, you’ve saved up for that safari-of-a-lifetime and finally you’ve arrived in Tanzania… only to discover it’s a week into the rain season or after the end of the great migration. Horror! But be reassure...
Want to know how easy (or difficult) it is to travel in Tanzania? I’ve been here for 4,5 years, have pretty much tested every option and I can assure you it’s less confusing than it might seem at first. Here’s everything I know about the different transport options in Tanzania and how to best use… Read More »TRAVEL IN TANZANIA: HOW TO GET AROUND
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Want to know how easy (or difficult) it is to travel in Tanzania? I’ve been here for 4,5 years, have pretty much tested every option and I can assure you it’s less confusing than it might seem at first. Here’s everything I know about the different transport options in Tanzania an...
It took me 2 years of living in Tanzania before finally heading out to Lake Jipe, simply because it first took me a year and 11 months to know it even exists. To say it’s off the beaten path is an understatement, especially if you approach the lake from the Tanzanian side, so this is… Read More »LAKE JIPE – OFF THE BEATEN PATH TANZANIA
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It took me 2 years of living in Tanzania before finally heading out to Lake Jipe, simply because it first took me a year and 11 months to know it even exists. To say it’s off the beaten path is an understatement, especially if you approach the lake from the Tanzanian side, so thi...
Living in Moshi, the Chemka hot springs (also called Kikuletwa hot springs or maji moto hot springs) are one of those places I keep going back to, no matter the fact that they get less and less off-the-beaten-path every time I visit. For tourists, I’d say they’re one of the best things to do in… Read More »CHEMKA HOT SPRINGS, near Moshi, Tanzania
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Living in Moshi, the Chemka hot springs (also called Kikuletwa hot springs or maji moto hot springs) are one of those places I keep going back to, no matter the fact that they get less and less off-the-beaten-path every time I visit. For tourists, I’d say they’re one of the best.
Visa, money, language... Here's all the practical things you'll need on your trip to Tanzania!
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Visa, money, language... Here's all the practical things you'll need on your trip to Tanzania!
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“Prepare your cameras, keep your eyes open and shout if you see something move!” “What are you gonna…” My heart stops for a few seconds while he turns the jeep around and rushes off in the wrong direction. It’s past 6 pm and park rules don’t even allow us to be driving around for fun… Read More »IN PHOTOS: A safari in Serengeti National Park, Tanzania
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“Prepare your cameras, keep your eyes open and shout if you see something move!” “What are you gonna…” My heart stops for a few seconds while he turns the jeep around and rushes off in the wrong direction. It’s past 6 pm and park rules don’t even allow us to be driving around fo...
Let’s get one thing straight right from the start: I love historic Prague. It’s absolutely beautiful. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the 10 most visited cities in Europe, and probably way too busy for anyone who likes a bit of peace and quiet. But there’s more to Czech Republic than historic Prague, and I was… Read More »CITY TRIPPING CZECH REPUBLIC – Let’s ‘czech’ out alternative Prague, Olomouc, Ostrava and Brno
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Let’s get one thing straight right from the start: I love historic Prague. It’s absolutely beautiful. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the 10 most visited cities in Europe, and probably way too busy for anyone who likes a bit of peace and quiet. But there’s more to Czech Republic.
In exactly 7 weeks, I’ll be getting on a plane to Africa. Counting down the days?! Who? Me?!? I have no return ticket, no idea about when I’m coming back to Europe and no plan whatsoever. I figured it was best this way, ’cause the whole time I thought I needed a plan, it was driving me… Read More »EUROPE, I’M GONNA MISS YOU – My favorite hidden gems in Europe
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In exactly 7 weeks, I’ll be getting on a plane to Africa. Counting down the days?! Who? Me?!? I have no return ticket, no idea about when I’m coming back to Europe and no plan whatsoever. I figured it was best this way, ’cause the whole time I thought I needed a plan, it was driv...
‘Where are you from? ‘ Those four words, that one seemingly simple question has been the start of many long conversations all over the world. From me giving a whole list of neighboring countries in an attempt to explaining where the hell that tiny country of mine is located as soon as I leave Europe, over… Read More »HIGHLIGHTS OF MY HOME COUNTRY – What I love about Ghent, Belgium
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‘Where are you from? ‘ Those four words, that one seemingly simple question has been the start of many long conversations all over the world. From me giving a whole list of neighboring countries in an attempt to explaining where the hell that tiny country of mine is located as so...
We headed out early that morning. It was a 3 to 4 hours’ drive from Moshi to the entrance of Lake Manyara National Park and I couldn’t wait to get there and start this 4-day adventure. It was my first safari and I can’t remember the last time I was THIS excited about a trip. I was… Read More »IN PHOTOS: A safari in Lake Manyara National Park, Tanzania
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We headed out early that morning. It was a 3 to 4 hours’ drive from Moshi to the entrance of Lake Manyara National Park and I couldn’t wait to get there and start this 4-day adventure. It was my first safari and I can’t remember the last time I was THIS excited about a trip. I wa...
You might wanna get some popcorn, too. And a drink. Ready? Alright, the best things to do in Andalusia… I should probably start this post by talking about beaches and bull fights. Paella and flamenco dancers. Julio Iglesias and 75 year old German couples in matching outfits who want to get away from the cold of… Read More »THE BEST THINGS TO DO IN ANDALUSIA, SPAIN – Take a seat, ’cause I got 50 of them coming your way!
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You might wanna get some popcorn, too. And a drink. Ready? Alright, the best things to do in Andalusia… I should probably start this post by talking about beaches and bull fights. Paella and flamenco dancers. Julio Iglesias and 75 year old German couples in matching outfits who w...
‘¡Hola! ¿Sabe donde puedo comer algo por aquí? ‘ I asked the old man that was slowly making his way through the town of Cútar if he knew where I could find something to eat. It was way past noon, the sun was burning and the roads were steep, and I didn’t manage to walk much faster… Read More »UN DÍA EN… – The white villages of Málaga, Andalusia, Spain
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‘¡Hola! ¿Sabe donde puedo comer algo por aquí? ‘ I asked the old man that was slowly making his way through the town of Cútar if he knew where I could find something to eat. It was way past noon, the sun was burning and the roads were steep, and I didn’t manage to walk much faste...
!Hola! ?Qué tal? Yes, chicos and chicas, I just got back from enjoying la playa and the sun in Andalucía for 6 weeks! I’m not even gonna pretend I was there for anything else than fun and relaxing… But as long as I share the good times with you, I’m sure you don’t mind! Right?!… Read More »UN DIA EN… – Hiking the Caminito del Rey, Andalucía, Spain
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!Hola! ?Qué tal? Yes, chicos and chicas, I just got back from enjoying la playa and the sun in Andalucía for 6 weeks! I’m not even gonna pretend I was there for anything else than fun and relaxing… But as long as I share the good times with you, I’m sure you don’t mind! Right?!….
Montenegro. In a country whose name literally means ‘black mountain’, the winding roads and endless views probably won’t come as a surprise. But can you ever expect to find nature as stunning as THIS in a country you’d probably not even be able to locate without Google maps? With a capital whose name doesn’t even ring a bell? Podgorica… Yep,… Read More »IN PHOTOS – Piva Canyon and Durmitor national park, Montenegro
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Montenegro. In a country whose name literally means ‘black mountain’, the winding roads and endless views probably won’t come as a surprise. But can you ever expect to find nature as stunning as THIS in a country you’d probably not even be able to locate without Google maps? With...
Guys, before I tell you everything about my Balkans road trip, have you read my ABC of the coolest things to do on a road trip in Bosnia and Herzegovina and in Montenegro? Not yet? OK, go ahead, I’ll wait here until you get back! And stay tuned ‘cause I’ll be publishing one for Albania shortly. OK now that… Read More »BALKANS ROAD TRIP ITINERARY – 3 weeks in Bosnia & Herzegovina, Montenegro and Albania
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Guys, before I tell you everything about my Balkans road trip, have you read my ABC of the coolest things to do on a road trip in Bosnia and Herzegovina and in Montenegro? Not yet? OK, go ahead, I’ll wait here until you get back! And stay tuned ‘cause I’ll be publishing one for A...
‘Prepare your cameras, keep your eyes open and shout if you see someone coming! ‘ ‘What are you gonna…’ My heart stops for a few seconds while he drives the jeep off road and straight into the endless savannah. It’s past […]
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‘Prepare your cameras, keep your eyes open and shout if you see someone coming! ‘ ‘What are you gonna…’ My heart stops for a few seconds while he drives the jeep off road and straight into the endless savannah. It’s past […]
\nLet’s get one thing straight right from the start: I love historic Prague. It’s absolutely beautiful. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the 10 most visited cities in Europe, and probably way too busy for anyone who likes a bit of […]
\nThe post CITY TRIPPING CZECH REPUBLIC – Let’s ‘czech’ out alternative Prague, Olomouc, Ostrava and Brno appeared first on Lili's Travel Plans - Travel Blog.
Let’s get one thing straight right from the start: I love historic Prague. It’s absolutely beautiful. Unfortunately, it’s also one of the 10 most visited cities in Europe, and probably way too busy for anyone who likes a bit of […]
\nIn exactly 7 weeks, I’ll be getting on a plane to Africa. Counting down the days?! Who? Me?!? I have no return ticket, no idea about when I’m coming back to Europe and no plan whatsoever. I figured it was best this […]
\nThe post EUROPE, I’M GONNA MISS YOU – My favorite hidden gems in Europe appeared first on Lili's Travel Plans - Travel Blog.
In exactly 7 weeks, I’ll be getting on a plane to Africa. Counting down the days?! Who? Me?!? I have no return ticket, no idea about when I’m coming back to Europe and no plan whatsoever. I figured it was best this […]
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‘Where are you from? ‘ Those four words, that one seemingly simple question has been the start of many long conversations all over the world. From me giving a whole list of neighboring countries in an attempt to explaining where the […]
\nThe post HIGHLIGHTS OF MY HOME COUNTRY – What I love about Ghent, Belgium appeared first on Lili's Travel Plans - Travel Blog.
‘Where are you from? ‘ Those four words, that one seemingly simple question has been the start of many long conversations all over the world. From me giving a whole list of neighboring countries in an attempt to explaining where the […]
\nWe headed out early that morning. It was a 3 to 4 hours’ drive to the entrance of Lake Manyara National Park and Nikki and I couldn’t wait to get there and start this 4-day adventure. It was her second […]
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We headed out early that morning. It was a 3 to 4 hours’ drive to the entrance of Lake Manyara National Park and Nikki and I couldn’t wait to get there and start this 4-day adventure. It was her second […]
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