Beaches in Mozambique? Yes, they have a coastline, but at African beaches you think of Gambia, Zanzibar, Kenya or seychelles. Or the coasts of Morocco, Tunisia and Egypt of course. Mozambique will have few people in mind.
Latin America Cultural Summit 5
With such a rich history, Latin America is bursting at the seams of cultural attractions. Here are our five favorite museums, just some of the region’s many cultural riches.
“Welcome to Mombo…”
Ryan Green (guide and photographer): “Will and Zita Gibson came back to Mombo Island,Botswana, to see for their own eyes if what they’d heard about it is actually true….
Dutch Wax
Did you know that the original dissined fabrics you buy in Africa in fabric shops come from vlisco’s factories in Helmond? A staggering amount of designs; guaranteed Dutch Wax.
The Netherlands once imported batiks from colony Indonesia. From the mid-19th century, manufacturer Vlisco produced imitation batik fabrics and then appropriated the specific washing technique as wax hollandais. Such high-quality substances were then found to have large deductions on the African market.
Madagascar, the forgotten continent!
Jozef Verbruggen: ‘Arriving in Tana immediately creeps up on the idea, I want to explore this immense island. I followed the R7 route. For an obvious reason. Madagascar, 590,000 km2 is too immense to visit at once. Some areas have hardly any roads or have very bad roads. The R7 gives a good impression to landscapes/people and animals/birds. It is, as it were, the average dealer of the many regions that one can visit. Above all, make time to leave the R7 and get off the beaten track. Then you will experience an even more authentic Madagascar, where time has stood still.’
“Dr. Livingstone I presume?”
Travel in the footsteps of explorers
Untamed Travelling has organised a unique academic study trip to Malawi. Professor Jaap Lengkeek will accompany this journey ‘in the footsteps of Livingstone’. Among other things, he teaches courses at the Utrecht University of Applied Sciences on explorers.
Safari Top 9 Africa
The word safari conjures up several images, from vast plains and huge herds of animals to Africa’s big cats tearing up prey. However, ‘safari’ is a general term for much more than that. Below you will see a list of the top 9 different safari variants, each unique and distinctive.
Chasing Livingstone in Africa
Professor Dr. Jaap Lengkeek: “I’d heard the words “Dr. Livingstone I presume” before. The first time I actually became aware of them took place about 40 years ago. I had bought a sporty khaki jacket, which I wore on occasion with light trousers and my Spanish boots. A vague acquaintance of mine found me with this combination on the street. “Dr. Livingstone, I’m crying” he screamed and erupted into uncontrollable laughter. Something like that’s going to stick.’
Réunion – Nature Island, diverse in all respects
Grite Daneels: ‘Air Austral and the Tourism board of Réunion planned a study trip to tropical Réunion; or Untamed Travelling if one of the specialists wishes to participate at this destination? Like!
And so we left Charles de Gaulle on a direct flight to Ile de la Réunion. This time no stress about the validity date of my passport, the identity card is sufficient! Even though this natural paradise is 9400km away, we remain within the borders of France. In other words; a piece of Europe off the coast of Africa with the French language, the well-known euro and delicious French wines on a tropical island! Upon arrival at roland garros airport near Saint Denis we are embraced by a pleasant 27 degrees. We immediately set course for one of the highlights, the point of view at “Cap Noir” that gives us a glimpse of the inhospitable “Cirque de Mafate“. We have been warned, this is just one of many moments on this island where we will feel nudig next to so much natural beauty!
15 Things to see in Colombia
Are you ready for a new discovery? Colombia is waiting for you! Marvel at one of Latin America’s most spectacular countries and enjoy a now quiet and unspoilt destination. The country is home to a number of special highlights; The best preserved colonial cities of South America, coffee plantations in the Zona Cafetera, the impressive city of Cartagena, vast beaches and a surprisingly friendly and welcoming population. Colombia is ready to be discovered!
We’ve listed 15 Things to see & do in Colombia for you!