Visiting Accra & Takoradi, Ghana Wendy and Bruce continued their exciting adventure aboard the Silver Shadow, with their next stop being the stunning West African country of Ghana. Their excursion included two stops, the vibrant capital city of Accra, and the charming coastal city of Takoradi. The first stop on their itinerary was Accra, a...Read More

Visiting Luanda, Angola Luanda, the capital of Angola, is a city steeped in history and culture. It is a bustling metropolis that has seen its fair share of ups and downs over the years. Wendy and Bruce were among the many tourists who visited the city to experience its unique mix of Portuguese, African, and...Read More

Visiting Walvis Bay and Mondesa, Namibia The first port of call on Wendy & Bruce’s Silversea Cruise was Walvis Bay, Namibia! From here, they got the opportunity to do a 4×4 tour of the Namib Desert, as well as make a visit to Mondesa, a suburb of Swakopmund, in Central Western Namibia. 4×4 Tour in...Read More

Visiting Cape Town, South Africa After a week of making their way from Ethiopia, Wendy and Bruce arrived in Cape Town – the official point of embarkation for their Silversea Cruise! Cape Town is a stunning coastal city situated at the southernmost tip of Africa. With its breathtaking natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture,...Read More

Visiting Maseru, Lesotho After departing Livingstone, it was off to Maseru, the capital city of Lesotho! This was another short layover, but we still managed to pack a lot of great visits into our trip!  When we arrived, we checked in at the Avani hotel, where we enjoyed a delicious dinner at the Market restaurant,...Read More

Exploring Masi oa Tunya Park & Victoria Falls in Livingstone, Zambia After leaving Harare, Wendy & Bruce’s next stop was Livingstone, Zambia! Here they had the opportunity to explore Mosi-oa-Tunya Park and visit Victoria Falls. After arriving in Livingstone by plane and taking a taxi to Ngoma Zanga Lodge, Wendy and Bruce woke up early...Read More

A Day In Harare: Bruce and Wendy’s African Adventure After departing Ethiopia, Bruce & Wendy headed to Harare, the capital city of Zimbabwe. They had a wonderful day exploring the area, including downtown, a number of different neighbourhoods, and some of the city’s best attractions! Their day started early as they headed downtown to see...Read More

Bruce and Wendy’s Ethiopian Adventure: Exploring Addis Ababa Bruce and Wendy left Vancouver on April 4th, eager to embark on a month-long tour through Africa. They chose Turkish Airlines for their journey, flying through Istanbul on their way to Addis Ababa. In Istanbul they had a two-hour layover, which they spent exploring the vibrant airport....Read More

8 Facts about the Mountain Gorillas of Uganda Gorillas are fascinating because they emulate so many human behaviors. Playful, inquisitive, and docile, these majestic beasts hold a truly special place in the animal kingdom. In 1847, the genus was called “Troglodytes” and was renamed “Gorilla” in 1852. Gorillas are divided into two subspecies: Western lowland...Read More

Hidden Gems: African Vacation Wondering after a vacation to Africa? This continent has been growing as a popular travel destination. Survey the wondrous South African outback and view a stunning blend of ancient and modern architecture. From the tawny dunes of Sossusvlei to the peak of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa has much to offer the modern...Read More