Tag: Tanzania
Enjoy the Quiet of Greystoke Mahale, Tanzania
Greystoke Mahale sits on a pristine, white sandy beach overlooking the turquoise water of Lake Tanganyika in Singita, Tanzania, with the forested slopes of the 8,000-foot Mahale Mountains rising behind. It’s no exaggeration to say there’s nowhere in the world like Greystoke Mahale. Greystoke affects visitors in a way that no other place does; perhaps because … read more
Top 25 Hotels in Africa
Whether you’re looking to relax or go on an adventure, you can always find accommodation that suits your needs. We’ve compiled the 25 best hotels across the continent: BELMOND MOUNT NELSON HOTEL This flamingo-pink hotel at the foot of Table Mountain is on a garden estate. The elegant property comprises five main wings, and … read more
Top 10 Budget Airlines Serving African Skies
Travelling across Africa’s huge distances can be expensive, and until recently, domestic travels meant making a detour connecting flight through Europe. That’s finally changing, thanks to the low-cost airlines taking off across the region, serving routes that cater to the continent’s growing middle class. This project has not always been this easy to kick-start. Seemingly … read more
Top Ten Favorite Travel Modes
There are some really fun and economical ways to travel, and each country has its own unique mode of transportation. The names are quite original, as are the way they function, and we tend to miss that uniqueness with the regular transport modes available in other countries. You may know some very well, have used … read more
The Manta Resort – Home of Africa’s Only Underwater Room
The Manta Resort located on Pemba Island is the home of Africa’s only underwater room. The Manta Resort’s underwater room is located four meters underneath the sea. You can experience the total bliss of sleeping underneath the Indian Ocean with miles and miles of glorious blue water and tropical marine life surrounding you all for … read more
Visiting Tanzania – Residential Apartments on Dar es Salaam’s Skyline
Finding accommodation that meets certain standards can be tricky when travelling, which is why we are recommending Uhuru Heights Serviced Apartments in the heart of Dar es Salaam’s commercial and ever changing skyline. Built as a tribute to the Uhuru Torch, Tanzania’s torch of independence, it is currently the tallest commercial-cum-residential tower in the country. … read more
Africa’s 6 Most Unusual Eateries
A good place to eat is usually synonymous to a great destination. Food lovers are capable of travelling across the globe for a good dish, splendid view, and unique experience. But dining with sharks? Or underground? This is definitely for those looking for a truly unique and out-of-the-ordinary experience. We’ve selected the top 6 most … read more
The Flight Deal – $924 Roundtrip Los Angeles to Zanzibar, Tanzania
KLM airlines is offering a great travel deal to Zanzibar Island, Tanzania. View all the booking details below: Sample Travel Date February 5th – 12th Fare Availability: Valid for travel on the outbound until March 28th. Must purchase at least 7 days in advance of departure Please note that while this fare is valid at … read more
Top 10 Best Safaris for 2015
Planning fun trips and safaris can be quite tricky. As the New Year approaches, we’d like to give you a glimpse of the ten best places and activities for safaris in order to facilitate your search. This list is based on the 2015 Safari Awards, which can be compared to the Oscars for the safari … read more
African Traditions Back on School Menu in Tanzania
The Mbuyoni elementary school of Dar es Salaam has incorporated farming as a main component of the school day’s activities in order to improve the school menu’s nutrition and keep Tanzanian agricultural traditions and foods relevant. Every morning, the students occupy themselves by cultivating their favorite crop. These plants and vegetables are native to the … read more
Tanzania’s Marvels and Activities
The East African country of Tanzania has a stunning wildlife, expansive volcanic crater and intriguing islands which all set it apart as a unique destination. It’s just a bonus that Mount Kilimanjaro is available to climb as the world’s tallest freestanding mountain. The Indian Ocean laps Tanzania’s eastern edge between Kenya and Mozambique, and the “spice … read more
Travel For Art In Tanzania
Art in Tanzania offers travel packages for those who want to combine altruism with tourism. Participants have a choice of a two, three, four, or ten-week packages, which combine volunteering with sightseeing at some of Tanzania’s biggest attractions. There is a volunteer assignment with Art in Tanzania to match every volunteer’s interest. Volunteers can choose … read more
Author Gloria D. Gonsalves In Her Own Words
Last month, in early September, we wrote a feature on author and poet Gloria D. Gonsalves, founder of World Children’s Poetry Day (WoChiPoDa) and the initiative “Africa Is Not What You Know”. Gloria wrote to Chicamod with her own personal narrative on who she is, where she’s from and where she’s going. This is Gloria D. Gonsalves in her own … read more
Flydubai Launches New Tanzania Flights
Tanzania’s Aviation and Tourism Industries will get a boost with three new flight routes from FlyDubai. Launched just this week, the new routes will be to Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar and Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. FlyDubai has now increased its network in Africa to 12 destinations. The destinations include Bujumbura in Burundi, Entebbe in Uganda and … read more
10 Spots To See In Dar es Salaam
Dar es Salaam (Harbor of Peace) is the largest and richest city in Tanzania. The former capital borders the Indian Ocean and has many attractions often overlooked because of the more popular sights in Tanzania, such as Zanzibar and Mount Kilimanjaro. We round up a few sights and reasons for you to visit the beautiful city of Dar es … read more
Passionate Poet Gloria D. Gonsalves In It For Africa
Meet Tanzanian author and poet Gloria D. Gonsalves. Like most writers, Gloria’s love for reading began in her childhood. While attending primary and secondary school in Tanzania at the Kifungilo Girls’ School, Gloria read novels to improve her English. Reading inspired Gloria to write, entering contests and composing plays to much success. It was many … read more
Osse Greca Sinare’s Personal Experience Climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro
Last week we featured Mount Kilimanjaro as part of our Travel Fridays. We discovered that a young man by the name of Osse Greca Sinare had climbed the grand mountain. Osse, of OGS Studios in Tanzania, was kind enough to give us a moment of his time for an interview. OGS Studios is one of the … read more
The Hiking Trails Of Mount Kilimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro is without a doubt a formidable formation. It stands at an impressive height of 5,895 m (19,341 ft). The highest peak on the continent, Mount Kilimanjaro is known as the rooftop of Africa. Kilimanjaro is the world’s highest freestanding mountain. The dormant volcanic mountain is located in the northern part of Tanzania, 325 km away from … read more
Get Away To Fundu Lagoon Zanzibar
The Island of Zanzibar already holds so much promise of pleasure in its name alone. Islands are synonymous with vacations and Zanzibar has become synonymous with beauty. There are a variety of places for a traveller to stay when in Zanzibar. For your consideration we offer Fundu Lagoon. The Fundu Lagoon is a privately owned, … read more
Making A Business Out Of Fish Waste
When you think of fish waste you cringe, you do not think of high-end fashion. Newton Owino from Nyanza, Kenya is making a thriving, fashionable business out of the waste from fish. Newton Owino owns the Alisam Product Development and Design Tannery Centre in Mamboleo Estate in Kisumu. Owino designs and makes bags, jackets, wallets, caps, purses, watch handles, … read more