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Day One: Cape Town Sightseeing [March 2016]Β It’s day one of our South African tour and we’re beginning in Cape Town. We got tickets for the Citysightseeing bus and I have to say that it’s not a bad way to see the city, especially if you’re on a tight schedule. For our tour today, we took …

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As a Nigerian, I know the drill all too well - endless embassy queues, document, the anxiety of waiting for approval βœ…οΈ, and on and on it goes...

After visiting multiple countries with my Nigerian passport, I've narrowed down the destinations that made the visa process a breeze!

Have you had any experience with the countries above or are there any other countries you think should be on this list? Let me know in the comment section below!
As a Nigerian, I know the drill all too well - endless embassy queues, document, the anxiety of waiting for approval βœ…οΈ, and on and on it goes... After visiting multiple countries with my Nigerian passport, I've narrowed down the destinations that made the visa process a breeze! Have you had any experience with the countries above or are there any other countries you think should be on this list? Let me know in the comment section below!
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Africa is HUGE 🌍 - 54 countries full of epic adventures, beaches, safaris, and city escapes.

Plan your 2026 getaway like this:

🐘 Safari in Kenya + chill beaches in Zanzibar πŸ–οΈ
🌿 Rwanda & Uganda for wildlife and lush landscapes
🌍 Ghana, Togo & Benin or Senegal for culture, history & good vibes
πŸ™οΈ South Africa + Namibia for city life, mountains & wine
🌀 Morocco + Egypt for Northern African charm and culture
πŸ‘£ Seychelles (which can be combined with Kenya or Ethiopia) for slow and perfect beach days!
πŸƒ Zimbabwe + Zambia + Botswana for natural world wonders

There's more and something for every traveller! From luxury lodges 🏨 to camping under the stars β›Ί, there’s something for everyone.

Save this for your 2026 travel inspo πŸ“Œ, share it with your travel buddy ✈️, and follow for more adventures in Africa and around the world!

Which of these spots are you adding to your bucket list?
Africa is HUGE 🌍 - 54 countries full of epic adventures, beaches, safaris, and city escapes. Plan your 2026 getaway like this: 🐘 Safari in Kenya + chill beaches in Zanzibar πŸ–οΈ 🌿 Rwanda & Uganda for wildlife and lush landscapes 🌍 Ghana, Togo & Benin or Senegal for culture, history & good vibes πŸ™οΈ South Africa + Namibia for city life, mountains & wine 🌀 Morocco + Egypt for Northern African charm and culture πŸ‘£ Seychelles (which can be combined with Kenya or Ethiopia) for slow and perfect beach days! πŸƒ Zimbabwe + Zambia + Botswana for natural world wonders There's more and something for every traveller! From luxury lodges 🏨 to camping under the stars β›Ί, there’s something for everyone. Save this for your 2026 travel inspo πŸ“Œ, share it with your travel buddy ✈️, and follow for more adventures in Africa and around the world! Which of these spots are you adding to your bucket list?
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If this isn’t on your list yet, save it now πŸ“Œ share it with your travel buddy ✈️ and follow for more hidden stays around Africa and beyond 🌍

This js Namibia’s best kept secret and it comes with giraffes πŸ¦’

Voigtland Guesthouse is one of those places that feels unreal until you’re actually there. Giraffes wandering up as you enjoy breakfast β˜• quiet gardens 🌿 beautiful rooms πŸ›οΈ and some of the warmest hospitality in Namibia.

It’s the perfect base to start or end a Namibia trip πŸš— and it costs far less than similar stays around the world. If you want comfort, calm, and a little bit of magic ✨ this is the spot.

Would you stay here?
If this isn’t on your list yet, save it now πŸ“Œ share it with your travel buddy ✈️ and follow for more hidden stays around Africa and beyond 🌍 This js Namibia’s best kept secret and it comes with giraffes πŸ¦’ Voigtland Guesthouse is one of those places that feels unreal until you’re actually there. Giraffes wandering up as you enjoy breakfast β˜• quiet gardens 🌿 beautiful rooms πŸ›οΈ and some of the warmest hospitality in Namibia. It’s the perfect base to start or end a Namibia trip πŸš— and it costs far less than similar stays around the world. If you want comfort, calm, and a little bit of magic ✨ this is the spot. Would you stay here?
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If you love discovering unique places to stay, follow for more, save this post for your bucket list, and share it with someone who needs travel inspiration today.

Around the world in amazing stays.
This first video features three places that completely stole my heart:

πŸ¦’ Voigtland Guesthouse in Namibia
πŸ’ Entebbe Forest Lodge in Uganda
🌀 Lemala Wildwaters in Uganda

Each one gave me something different, from wildlife moments to peaceful forest mornings to the most dramatic river views. This is the start of a new series where I share my favorite stays around the world and I already have more lined up.

Tell me which one you are adding to your list.
If you love discovering unique places to stay, follow for more, save this post for your bucket list, and share it with someone who needs travel inspiration today. Around the world in amazing stays. This first video features three places that completely stole my heart: πŸ¦’ Voigtland Guesthouse in Namibia πŸ’ Entebbe Forest Lodge in Uganda 🌀 Lemala Wildwaters in Uganda Each one gave me something different, from wildlife moments to peaceful forest mornings to the most dramatic river views. This is the start of a new series where I share my favorite stays around the world and I already have more lined up. Tell me which one you are adding to your list.
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Tired of the usual tourist spots? You have to check out Suwon, South Korea, home to the incredible Hwaseong Fortress (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) - and you have to stay the night! πŸŒ™

Getting here is super easy - just hop on the subway from Seoul, and in about an hour, you're stepping back into history. There are also super comfortable buses (which I used during my stay)

Some of my favourite memories here include:

⛅️ Walking the Suwon Fortress Wall (the views are pretty wonderful,  especially at sunset)

β˜•οΈ Finding the best cafes in the city

πŸ“š Visiting the Starfield Library 

πŸ‘£ Just walking around the city

Suwon is the perfect blend of historical charm and modern Korean city life, and it's easily one of the best day (or overnight) trips from Seoul.

Which stop would you hit first: the ancient fortress or the famous BBQ? Let me know in the comments! πŸ‘‡

➑️ Tap the Save button so you don't forget this spot for your Korea itinerary!

#Suwon #SuwonCity #DayTripFromSeoul #HwaseongFortress #VisitKorea #KoreaTravel #Koreatrip #TravelSeoul #SouthKorea #UNESCO #KoreanFood #TravelTips #AestheticReels
Tired of the usual tourist spots? You have to check out Suwon, South Korea, home to the incredible Hwaseong Fortress (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) - and you have to stay the night! πŸŒ™ Getting here is super easy - just hop on the subway from Seoul, and in about an hour, you're stepping back into history. There are also super comfortable buses (which I used during my stay) Some of my favourite memories here include: ⛅️ Walking the Suwon Fortress Wall (the views are pretty wonderful, especially at sunset) β˜•οΈ Finding the best cafes in the city πŸ“š Visiting the Starfield Library πŸ‘£ Just walking around the city Suwon is the perfect blend of historical charm and modern Korean city life, and it's easily one of the best day (or overnight) trips from Seoul. Which stop would you hit first: the ancient fortress or the famous BBQ? Let me know in the comments! πŸ‘‡ ➑️ Tap the Save button so you don't forget this spot for your Korea itinerary! #Suwon #SuwonCity #DayTripFromSeoul #HwaseongFortress #VisitKorea #KoreaTravel #Koreatrip #TravelSeoul #SouthKorea #UNESCO #KoreanFood #TravelTips #AestheticReels
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Endless sunshine! β˜€οΈ
Endless sunshine! β˜€οΈ
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The SGR is a fantastic way to travel from Nairobi to the coast. Not only do you get a comfortable stress-free ride, you also get a FREE safari!
The SGR is a fantastic way to travel from Nairobi to the coast. Not only do you get a comfortable stress-free ride, you also get a FREE safari!
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What a beautiful year this has been πŸ’•πŸŒΈ

So many highs, a few lows, but I feel very grateful that it was a beautiful year all round!
What a beautiful year this has been πŸ’•πŸŒΈ So many highs, a few lows, but I feel very grateful that it was a beautiful year all round!
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Make way... seriously!
Make way... seriously!
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