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Our Africa bucket list

August 8, 2018
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196xLOVE Africa bucket list

As you may or may not already know, we are planning to take a trip around the world in an attempt to travel to all 196 sovereign nations. We will promote love, peace, and sustainability. Read more about project 196xLOVE here. First, we will visit all 54 independent countries in Africa. We will only have time to visit one destination in each country. Depending on the limited and changing transportation and accommodation options we will have to choose the exact destinations later on, but for now, let us announce the 'finalists'. ;) Algeria: Algiers Angola: Luanda, Kwanza river, and a daily tour to Kissama...

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All you need to know before visiting Zanzibar

April 12, 2018
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Zanzibar beach info

Budget Zanzibar is one of the most affordable island destinations in Africa. There is only one ATM in Zanzibar - it's located in Stone Town. The ATM daily limit is usually 400.000 TSH (178.5 USD/145.9 EUR). A 5-15% credit card surcharge applies when paying by credit card. In Tanzania, they do not accept pre-2006 US dollars. Read more about the budget in Tanzania. • Accommodation prices range from relatively cheap to very expensive. Prices for private rooms start at 20 USD (16 EUR). • Food prices are cheap. Prices for a budget dinner vary from 3 USD (2.5 EUR) to 7 USD (5.7...

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Zanzibar honeymoon itinerary

April 9, 2018
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Zanzibar honeymoon

Zanzibar is a semi-autonomous region of Tanzania. It consists of several islands, located in the Indian ocean. The largest island - Unguja is also referred to as Zanzibar Island. Zanzibar is known for its production of spices, raffia palms, and stunning nature. The islands attract thousands of tourist every year with their rich flora and fauna, paradise beaches, water sports, like dhow cruising, snorkeling, and scuba diving, cultural sites, wildlife tours, and spice tours. Zanzibar is a tropical paradise and a great travel destination for adventurers as well as honeymooners. Our seven-day Zanzibar honeymoon itinerary (things to see and things to...

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All you need to know before visiting Tanzania

April 5, 2018
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Serengeti camping area

Budget Tanzania is a relatively cheap destination. Safaris and Kilimanjaro expeditions, however, are pretty expensive. ATMs are only located in major cities like Dar es Salaam, Moshi, and Arusha. The ATM usage fee is around 10 USD (8 EUR). The ATM daily limit is usually 400.000 TSH (178.5 USD/145.9 EUR). Most ATMs accept Visa cards, MasterCard is not as widely accepted. Barclays's ATMs are very reliable, so are Forex exchange offices. After withdrawing money, always make sure to count the money and take the receipt. A 5-15% credit card surcharge applies when paying by credit card. In Tanzania, they do not...

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Tanzania adventure honeymoon itinerary

April 2, 2018
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Honeymoon Africa

Last spring we decided to visit Africa. We were looking for a destination, where we could go on a safari, see Mount Kilimanjaro, and relax on a perfect tropical beach. Tanzania it was! ;) This amazing East African country is known for its rich culture, friendly people, unique tastes and sounds, the Maasai, and endless breathtaking sights - beautiful lakes, majestic mountains, tropical forests, gorgeous beaches, and vast national parks, home to countless animal species. In our opinion, Tanzania is one of the most beautiful countries in the world and an amazing travel destination. <3 Our seven-day Tanzania honeymoon itinerary (things...

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