Leslie Nevison may have been born in Canada, but Africa is now her chosen home. Based in Lusaka in Zambia Leslie runs Mama Tembo Tours and specialises in diverse safari programs which include remote location "gems"; spontaneous cultural interactions; and first class wildlife observation. Read Leslie's top 9 countries to visit in Africa Leslie's programs appeal to those seeking highly personal, quality travel. Mama Tembo's website has lots of … [Read more...]
Supporting Girls in Kenya – you can help…
My name is Penny Cooper. Like you I am a world traveler and I would like to ask for your help today. Four years ago I lived in Kenya for close to a year, volunteering at a school for girls the entire time I was there. It is a wonderful school that protects young girls from early marriage, early pregnancy, and FGM by keeping them in a boarding school and raising awareness in their community about the importance of educating women. Upon … [Read more...]
Companies that pay it forward – why you should choose to be a conscious traveller
Tourism can be both a blessing and a curse. As visitors, we are drawn to pristine environments populated by friendly locals who are falling over themselves to welcome us into their world. Adverts and articles paint a picture of perfection and convince us that somehow we’re being short changed if we accept anything less. Energy-guzzling air conditioning, food that’s travelled more miles than we have and towels that see more … [Read more...]
Africa – experience the heart of Africa and it’s People
For New Zealander Denise Carnihan travel is more than the WOW of great scenery. It's about meeting the people and touching a bit of their lives. Denise and her husband have built schools in Kenya and remain strongly connected to the country and it's people through that. Denise decided that she wanted to introduce more people to Africa and has done that through her book "I share my Heart with Africa" and now through the tours she organises … [Read more...]
Meet the women and discover the heart of Kenya
Linda Higdon lived and worked in Kenya and made a connection to the women there which she keeps alive through one to two tours a year taking a small group of women to Kenya with her company Global Heart Journeys From the teeming capital of Nairobi, along the verdant slopes of Mt. Kenya, and out to sweeping high deserts meet the remarkable women shaping change in contemporary Kenya. Visit these women in their own homes and villages where you … [Read more...]
Women Traveling to Tanzania
In the South East of Africa, within the region of the African Great Lakes, lies Tanzania. Aside from being pointed by many historians as the cradle of humanity, the country is mostly known for its paradisiacal beaches, captivating cultures, incredible wildlife, and iconic sites such as Mount Kilimanjaro or the Ngorongoro Crater. Perhaps due to these very reasons, this particular region of Africa is also increasingly popular among adventurous … [Read more...]
Kisima Women Only Adventure Safari
From Nairobi the city under the sun, Anne Nganga introduces Kisima Safari's Women only tours. They are the latest women owned company to list on WomenTravel.info I am here to introduce adventure tours in Kenya and Tanzania through Kisima Safaris. We are known for unique Women Only Programs that leaves the guest asking for more. We have set programs and we also do tailor made programs to meet the client’s needs. Kisima Safaris is a woman … [Read more...]
West Coast of Africa
The West Coast of Africa is a place that I have dreamed of travelling in for a ‘lifetime’…but the opportunity never presented itself and I was always busy ‘doing’ other things. I have travelled in many countries now and as the world has changed a lot since my teenage dreams of it, Africa has waited. Rensina van den Heuvel writes: But I am 61 now and time waits for no one. As my overlander travelling partner, love of my life and treasured … [Read more...]
Woman to Woman Trip to Kenya – Join us
“You’ll find joy around every corner!” Shelly K, Traveler Discover unimaginable joy and beauty with the women of Kenya in a 16-day global adventure. Travel safely and stay in 4-star luxury hotels. Two dates to choose from July 9 - July 24, 2017 Feb 18 – Mar 5, 2018 Linda Higdon, your host, has worked in Kenya for 15 years and gives you exclusive access to a global sisterhood and unique places not found on any tour. … [Read more...]
My travels through the Middle East
Author Bio- Maise Hunter is an ambitious traveller who has travelled across the world. She is on a journey to visit all of the Wonders of the World. She loves to explore new places, discover new things and meet new people. Warm waters Unscathed beauty Striking mountain ranges The Middle East is the unsurpassed place to travel through. It is home to some of the oldest history in the world as well as being an exotic region … [Read more...]
