Aren’t they adorable? Who doesn’t like to watch penguins? But did you know there’s a secret place where you can get close to them on a secluded beach? These little African Jackass penguins are a big draw for tourists visiting South Africa. And a stop at Boulders Beach National Park is included on most peninsula […]

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  • Vanessa - Hi Kim, Love your photos and tips of the penguins in South Africa. Our family is planning a trip to South Africa. I like your mention of the animal encounters. Can you share with me where you did the various animal encounters? Was it along the garden route? Thank you so much. Vanessa

  • admin - Botlierskop Game Lodge along the Garden Route is where you can have a picnic with elephants and walk with giraffes…and the game lodge in Inverness in the Karoo Desert is where we spent time with cheetahs. Have a wonderful trip!

One of the most difficult decisions when preparing to travel is deciding where to stay! If you’re into photography you want easy access to sights, or close proximity to grand landscapes so you can roll outta bed in the wee hours to capture scenics in the best possible light…plus a great place, decent price, safe neighborhood and restaurants close […]

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On a recent trip to Warsaw, Poland, I  came across some incredible street art painted on the cement structures of the Lazienkowska underpass (a main thoroughfare for traffic east to west). Art is in the eye of the beholder… As are the many interpretations that each seems to portray…     Clearly the artist had a […]

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Slovakia is one of the top ten destinations to visit in 2013 according to Lonely Planet. Although it is recommended for its folk culture, hiking and skiing are by far the biggest draws. Which is what drew me in. I wanted to find a place to hike mega miles to celebrate a mega birthday, and this small group hiking […]

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