Tipping in Morocco – how much to tip who, and when
byTipping in Morocco is a headache, as it is all over the world for those of us who don’t come from a tipping culture….
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What to wear in Morocco
byIt can be confusing knowing what to wear in Morocco as a female traveller, but really it’s quite easy. Just dress modestly whilst remembering…
Our favourite things to do in Cusco
byThere are so many things to do in Cusco you could easily spend a couple of weeks here and not get bored. Cusco really…
Kenya Safari Holidays: How to choose where to go
byYou’d think deciding where to go on a Kenya safari holiday would be easy. Just find somewhere with prowling lions, colourful warriors and a…
Marrakech souks: Top Tips for Navigating Your Way Around
byMarrakech. A heaving, bustling, vibrant city where the honeycomb alleys of the old walled medina have changed little since the 11th century. We didn’t…
Win a tasty tour for 2 with Bitemojo
byLove food but aren’t crazy about tours? Then this one is for you… One of the best things about travelling is getting to try…
Kenya travel tips – know before you go
byThis post was originally written in 2018 and updated in 2021. Kenya is one of our favourite African holiday destinations, with world-class safaris, friendly…
Top 10 Scams in Marrakech, and how to avoid them
byWherever you go on holiday, there will always be someone willing to scam you. Whether it’s traffic officers in South Africa trying to fine…
Best day trips from Cusco – from Incas to dinosaurs
bySo you’re in Cusco and have a few days to spare. You’ve already visited Machu Picchu, walked through the Plaza de Armas from every…
Prowling lions and noble warriors
byThe fear was real, and so was the threat. No matter how many whispered assurances came drifting back from our safari guide, I couldn’t…
Tipon and Pikillacta – a unique day trip from Cusco
byThe boy runs along the street, his oversized rubber sandals clacking rhythmically on the cobbles, leaving small clouds of dust in his wake. Behind…
Ingredients for a perfect honeymoon in South Africa
byHubbie and I spent our honeymoon backpacking around South America. We snorkelled with sea-lions in the Galapagos, chewed coca leaves in Cusco and pretended…