The Bushpig Backpackers Hostel Concept Bushpig Backpackers is my home away from home in Uganda. This colorful hostel offers a fantastic location in Kampala, Uganda’s capitol, with affordable prices, great food, and a super fun atmosphere that makes it easy to meet fellow travelers and locals alike. If you’re looking for a place where you […]
I’ve found another incredible tour company that I want to shout about from the rooftops! BornWild offers once-in-a-lifetime itineraries and the best part is each ticket sold supports wildlife conservation efforts around the world. Unique adventures plus wildlife conservation…does it get much better than that? I’m thrilled to have connected with Kate, the founder of […]
If you search for a list of eco-friendly cities around the world, you’ll see the same places rise to the top of the list. Oslo, Copenhagen, Stockholm, Amsterdam. San Francisco. San Diego. Singapore. These are a combination of the most “green” and most visited cities, but it leaves off a ton of lesser-known, fascinating places […]
Tucked away behind Mt. Elgon, on the far east side of Uganda, sits Sipi Falls. It’s actually a series of three waterfalls which appear rather small from the drive up the mountain – an illusion of distance. Sipi is a nature lover’s paradise. There’s something for the active, the adrenaline junkies, animal photographers, and those […]
Find out how much it costs to travel in Kigali, the capital of Rwanda. Spoiler alert: It’s a budget-friendly destination! Includes my expenses for three days in Kigali, from food to transportation to activity costs.
What we did on with 3 Days in Kigali – an itinerary for Rwanda’s capital and one of the cleanest, easiest to travel, cities in Africa.
I’d never heard of Lake Bunyoni before I arrived in Uganda. It first appeared on my radar when researching how to travel by bus to Kigali, Rwanda when I saw multiple people recommend it as a nice stop to break up the long bus ride from Kampala. After a bit more digging, my partner and […]
Over the last five years, I’ve been able to travel through 36 countries and stay at some stunning and unique hotels and hostels. A few have risen to the top and stand out as clear favorites in my mind. I wanted to share these 10 incredible hotels around the world that you should definitely visit […]
If you’re living in Kampala or passing through while working, finding a cafe with good wifi is essential. After living in Kampala for a month I’ve found quite a few cafes for digital nomads or remote workers to recommend. Here are six of the best internet cafes in Kampala, equipped with wifi, yummy snacks, and […]
I’ve spent nearly a month in Kampala (and counting) and quickly realized there is so much to do in this vibrant city! Monuments, museums, and religious sites abound for history lovers. Galleries and theaters offer tons of events and locations to take in local culture. Sports fans will find no shortage of football matches and […]