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Recap of Our Stay at The Westin Turtle Bay Resort, Mauritius

July 17, 2017 By Heather

Recap of Our Stay at The Westin Turtle Bay Resort, Mauritius

The Westin at Turtle Bay is by far one of the most affordable resorts in Mauritius. Yes, it is not as luxurious or secluded as the St. Regis. But you aren't sacrificing comfort for affordability. It is excellently located, the food is good, and the service was great. If you are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa, All, Beaches, East Africa, Hotels, Miles/Points Tagged With: Mauritius, Starwood

Quick Update & Highlights of Mauritius and the Seychelles + Photos!

February 19, 2017 By Heather

Quick Update & Highlights of Mauritius and the Seychelles + Photos!

I'm behind. As usual. I've already been on another trip since Mauritius and the Seychelles, and I'm ready to stay put for a while. Next on the docket is a quick beach trip for the dog--obviously, the infamous, excessive Toasty beach vacation! (See here and here). That should … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa, All, East Africa, Experiences Tagged With: Mauritius, Seychelles, Starwood

Ethiopia: The Trip That Was…and Then Wasn’t

October 17, 2016 By Heather

Ethiopia: The Trip That Was…and Then Wasn’t

Of all the trips I've taken, everything (plus or minus some air travel tribulations) has gone according to plan. So I guess the time had come...we were to be leaving for Ethiopia next Monday, but about five days ago, the trip was cancelled due to the violence in Ethiopia, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa, All, Continents, East Africa, Planning Tagged With: Current Events, Ethiopia

Update on the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (e.g., Most Adorable Baby Elephants Ever…and a Great Organization)

December 7, 2015 By Heather

Update on the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust (e.g., Most Adorable Baby Elephants Ever…and a Great Organization)

I knew I couldn't go that long before talking more about Sheldrick's in Nairobi. And sharing a few more pictures, of course (earlier post is here). Because...baby elephants. Irresistible. But what's more irresistible is the fascinating and touching stories of the elephants. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: All, East Africa, Wildlife Tagged With: Elephants, Nairobi, Organizations We Support

The Beautiful Birds (Yes, Birds) of Kenya

October 8, 2015 By Heather

The Beautiful Birds (Yes, Birds) of Kenya

I have been a long-time bird-watching hater. I found birds boring, not that interesting, and generally to small and flighty. Literally (and figuratively, I suppose). My parents liked to watch birds. And feed them. I found that to be the dumbest thing ever and audibly rolled my … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Africa, All, East Africa, Photos, Wildlife Tagged With: Birds, Kenya, National Park

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