Allen stops the truck amidst a billowing cloud of red dust. In Australia we call it; bull dust. Fine like talcum powder and it gets in everywhere; in the truck, in your clothes and in your ears, nose and mouth. It’s hot, intensely hot, unbelievably hot, 43C-45C and has been for weeks. Night time in the back of the truck is like sleeping in a slippery lather of salty body fluids, never cooling down below 35C; and people tell me, “Ah, but this … [Read more...]
The Woman behind Umoja Motherland Tours
Agnes Mirembe is 28 yrs old and with 6 years experience in tour consultancy. Agnes is the face behind Umoja Motherland Tours in Uganda. She is passionate about tourism and conservation in her home country of Uganda and East Africa as a whole. Umoja Motherland is the latest listing on Women Travel the World - the one stop shop for women passionate about traveling. Having visited most of the tourism attractions, she enjoys putting together … [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...]
Seven Things to do in Mauritius
Mauritius, an idyllic island off Madagascar surrounded by the beautiful Indian Ocean, is constantly growing in popularity as a getaway for travellers looking for unique, rich culture as well as sun, sea and sand, and it’s easy to see why. Holidaymakers can enjoy a wonderfully diverse range of excursions and activities - almost too many to choose from! So, in order to help you find a place to start, Destination2 has put together a selection … [Read more...]
