Tag: #travel

Embrace Spring: Virtual Tours of Cherry Blossoms

I’m a bit behind with blogging, and this post about virtual tours of Cherry Blossom trees was meant to go live while the blossoms were still in full bloom. Then, I got caught up in learning how to optimize YouTube videos for work—something I knew little about aside from watching countless videos on the platform….

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11 Beautiful Virtual Garden Tours

I haven’t had a chance to blog in ages, and this roundup of virtual garden tours has been on my list for far too long. I managed to explore these gardens from the comfort of my PJs before my workload increased. If you’re passionate about beautiful flowers and have some spare time, you should definitely…

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What to wear in Cape Town uncovered

Cape Town style is laid-back and casual you will spot people wearing business attire, to athletic wear and even beach items. It’s normal to see people wearing flip flops with jeans and a vest. People don’t wear traditional outfits’ every day though you might spot some people wearing Shwe-Shwe and or African Wax print items. …

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How to enjoy Cape Town Carnival a guide from a local

Cape Town Carnival is just around the corner! This Mardi Gras-style festival, held on March 16th, is free to attend and promises an unforgettable experience. The parade will take over the Fan Walk in Green Point, showcasing whimsical floats, vibrant dancers, and lively marchers. This year’s theme, VUKA UKHANYE! Rise ‘n Shine, encourages everyone to…

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How to take brilliant beach photos: 16 easy tips

I love the beach. Living in a coastal city has been a true blessing. And I missed the sea whilst living in Essen, Germany, which is landlocked. I never got to visit the beaches of Europe, which added to my beach blues. Now that I’m back home, I take way too many photos of the…

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How to dine alone and enjoy yourself

As a member of the Solo Female Travellers’ Network on Facebook, I’ve seen countless posts from women who struggle with solo dining. It’s a common concern: one traveler even went an entire day without eating because she feared dining alone. Even friends in my city avoid eating out solo. As someone who has embraced solo…

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Things you should not do in Germany

Before I moved to Germany I decided to research German customs and basic laws. Most of the guides I found online and in print version covered a lot of what I discuss here. Still, I found it very strange when people weren’t smiling as much as South Africans do. I also thought it was odd…

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How to avoid queues in Paris

My first trip to Paris was an intense day trip that lasted around 17 hours. I arrived at 6:00 AM and departed at 11:30 PM. I booked my tour with AM to PM Tours, a popular travel bus company in Germany catering to international students and young travellers. The bus ride was long and tedious,…

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