Ethiopia. Knocking on Heaven’s Door.
November 4, 2022
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Ethiopia is a land steeped in ancient history, rooted in religion and guardian to some of the continent’s most impressive mountainous moonscapes.
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Lalibela. Ethiopia’s New Jerusalem.
May 24, 2020
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Known as the Land of Origin, Ethiopia has a remarkable diversity which is reflected across its 12 provinces and nine UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Within
The Unique Wildlife of Ethiopia.
November 25, 2019
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The Unique Wildlife of Ethiopia.
Ethiopian Airlines Marks International Women’s Day with All Women Flight to Buenos Aires.
March 8, 2018
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Good news stories about women achieving their dreams make my heart swell almost as much as inspiring stories out of Africa do. Put the two
Axum in Ethiopia. Home to Tall obelisks and the keeper of the ark of the covenant.
August 6, 2017
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Axum is one of the most photogenic places I’ve ever visited. The buildings that line the streets are faded shades of blue and green, wood-laden
Gondar in Ethiopia. A place of impressive Castles and ecclesiastic churches.
July 27, 2017
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Some countries hold an allure and mystery that is deeply imbedded in their ancient history, rich culture and national pride, and Ethiopia is certainly one
Talking Ethiopia on Passport to the World. Radio.
March 20, 2017
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I was invited onto ‘Passport to the World’ on Radio Helderberg 93,6fm by Cathy Retief-Neil, to talk about my recent visit to Ethiopia and
Ethiopia. A Window to Ancient Cultures. Video.
March 14, 2017
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I joined Ethiopian Airlines, Ethiopian Tourism and Lesley Simpson Communications on a visit to the Land of Origins.
Ethiopian Airlines adds more flights to Cape Town.
November 21, 2016
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Ever high on my travel wish list, Ethiopia is further emerging as one of Africa’s most intriguing new destinations and it’s easy to see
Ethiopian Airlines takes delivery of a new Airbus A350.
June 28, 2016
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Did you know that Ethiopian Airlines is taking delivery of the first Airbus A350 today in Toulouse and flying it back to Addis Ababa?
Destination Thailand. Get there soon as you can.
February 6, 2022
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Thailand is celebrated for its magnificent royal palaces, decorative temples, glorious beaches and modern cityscapes effortlessly perched alongside peaceful riverside communities. Rich in culture and
Pure Africa, Bringing a New Level of Sophistication to Victoria Falls. Zimbabwe.
April 5, 2021
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One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the world and a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, Victoria Falls is recognised as the greatest curtain of
Ten Reasons Why Everybody Should Visit Africa At Least Once.
August 22, 2020
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It was Richard Mullin who said ‘The only man I envy is the man who has not yet been to Africa – for he has
Singapore. An island state evolved, reimagined and built on the promise of the future.
August 7, 2020
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Singapore, an island city-state off southern Malaysia, is constantly evolving, reinventing and reimagining itself. The Singaporean’s balance of Feng Shui, blended culture and commitment to
Top 10 African Travel Blogs.
March 4, 2020
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I am greatly honoured to have been featured as one of the Top 10 African Travel Blogs listed on Africa.com. Thank you for your interest
The Beatles, meditation and a spiritual retreat on the banks of the Ganges River in Rishikesh, India.
December 5, 2019
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It was the month I was born, February ‘68, that The Beatles travelled to Rishikesh in northern India to take part in an advanced Transcendental
A retreat (to myself) in Rishikesh, India.
February 1, 2019
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In October last year, I travelled to a city with 100 000 people to find silence and solitude. Read about my time in Rishikesh with
Reasons to be Investing in Africa.
April 14, 2018
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I was asked recently by Katherine Graham to offer my thoughts on Investing in African Travel as she compiled an article for kulula’s khuluma Inflight magazine This is her feature
Five of the Wildest Places to Drink Coffee. For Coffee Magazine.
February 8, 2018
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My interview with Ozan (Ozzy) Emre Yerlikaya for Melanie Winter of Coffee Magazine was such a fun one to do. I have such admiration for his passion,
My interview on travel trends and influencers predictions for #BizTrends
January 18, 2018
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I was interviewed by Bizcommunity.com about my travel trends and influencer predictions for 2018, including my thoughts on major disruptions that may just be on
Gauteng. Urban Powerhouse and Party Playground. For onRoute Magazine.
June 15, 2017
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My article ‘Gauteng. Urban Powerhouse and Party Playground’ for OnRoute Magazine as it first appears here on pages 4-9, and above. Also included below for easy
I am an African. A poignant speech remembered on Africa Day 2017.
May 25, 2017
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Today on Africa Day it seems appropriate to share the words from Thabo Mbeki’s “I Am an African” speech, which he made on behalf of
About Dawn Jorgensen
March 28, 2017
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About Dawn Jorgensen, The Incidental Tourist.
May 28, 2016
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Botswana. – The plains zebra, also known as the common zebra or Burchell’s zebra – named after the British explorer and naturalist William John Burchell – is
A Coffee Lesson with Tribe.
August 30, 2014
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Cape Town. – Because there’s so much more to a cappuccino than meet the eyes, or tastebuds. Together with a couple of local bloggers, I was
Ethiopia. Knocking on Heaven’s Door.
November 4, 2022
Ethiopia is a land steeped in ancient history, rooted in religion and guardian to some of the continent’s most impressive mountainous moonscapes.
Lalibela. Ethiopia’s New Jerusalem.
May 24, 2020
Known as the Land of Origin, Ethiopia has a remarkable diversity which is reflected across its 12 provinces and nine UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Within its borders you find the world’s fourth-holiest Islamic city, the
Ethiopian Airlines Marks International Women’s Day with All Women Flight to Buenos Aires.
March 8, 2018
Good news stories about women achieving their dreams make my heart swell almost as much as inspiring stories out of Africa do. Put the two together and I’m elated, in this case as Ethiopian Airlines Celebrates
Axum in Ethiopia. Home to Tall obelisks and the keeper of the ark of the covenant.
August 6, 2017
Axum is one of the most photogenic places I’ve ever visited. The buildings that line the streets are faded shades of blue and green, wood-laden donkeys and camels weave their way between tuk-tuks and dated
Gondar in Ethiopia. A place of impressive Castles and ecclesiastic churches.
July 27, 2017
Some countries hold an allure and mystery that is deeply imbedded in their ancient history, rich culture and national pride, and Ethiopia is certainly one of them. Travelling with the award winning Ethiopian Airlines earlier this
Talking Ethiopia on Passport to the World. Radio.
March 20, 2017
I was invited onto ‘Passport to the World’ on Radio Helderberg 93,6fm by Cathy Retief-Neil, to talk about my recent visit to Ethiopia and describe some of the mesmerising experiences I had here. Watch
Ethiopia. A Window to Ancient Cultures. Video.
March 14, 2017
I joined Ethiopian Airlines, Ethiopian Tourism and Lesley Simpson Communications on a visit to the Land of Origins.
Ethiopian Airlines adds more flights to Cape Town.
November 21, 2016
Ever high on my travel wish list, Ethiopia is further emerging as one of Africa’s most intriguing new destinations and it’s easy to see why. Beyond the vibrant capital Addis Ababa, there’s Lalibela’s famous
Ethiopian Airlines takes delivery of a new Airbus A350.
June 28, 2016
Did you know that Ethiopian Airlines is taking delivery of the first Airbus A350 today in Toulouse and flying it back to Addis Ababa? Ethiopian Airlines, the fastest growing and largest African airline is
Destination Thailand. Get there soon as you can.
February 6, 2022
Thailand is celebrated for its magnificent royal palaces, decorative temples, glorious beaches and modern cityscapes effortlessly perched alongside peaceful riverside communities. Rich in culture and tradition, the Kingdom reigns strong as one of the most
Pure Africa, Bringing a New Level of Sophistication to Victoria Falls. Zimbabwe.
April 5, 2021
One of the Seven Natural Wonders of the world and a designated UNESCO World Heritage Site, Victoria Falls is recognised as the greatest curtain of falling water in the world. At the height of the
Ten Reasons Why Everybody Should Visit Africa At Least Once.
August 22, 2020
It was Richard Mullin who said ‘The only man I envy is the man who has not yet been to Africa – for he has so much to look forward to.’ An accurate observation as
Singapore. An island state evolved, reimagined and built on the promise of the future.
August 7, 2020
Singapore, an island city-state off southern Malaysia, is constantly evolving, reinventing and reimagining itself. The Singaporean’s balance of Feng Shui, blended culture and commitment to do everything they do well, shines strong. There is a
Top 10 African Travel Blogs.
March 4, 2020
I am greatly honoured to have been featured as one of the Top 10 African Travel Blogs listed on Africa.com. Thank you for your interest and much-appreciated recognition. Here’s the list below. ‘One of the
The Beatles, meditation and a spiritual retreat on the banks of the Ganges River in Rishikesh, India.
December 5, 2019
It was the month I was born, February ‘68, that The Beatles travelled to Rishikesh in northern India to take part in an advanced Transcendental Meditation training course at the ashram of the Maharishi Mahesh
A retreat (to myself) in Rishikesh, India.
February 1, 2019
In October last year, I travelled to a city with 100 000 people to find silence and solitude. Read about my time in Rishikesh with Namaste Retreats India, in the latest Sure Travel Journey magazine.
Reasons to be Investing in Africa.
April 14, 2018
I was asked recently by Katherine Graham to offer my thoughts on Investing in African Travel as she compiled an article for kulula’s khuluma Inflight magazine This is her feature and all the reasons why it is Africa’s time to
Five of the Wildest Places to Drink Coffee. For Coffee Magazine.
February 8, 2018
My interview with Ozan (Ozzy) Emre Yerlikaya for Melanie Winter of Coffee Magazine was such a fun one to do. I have such admiration for his passion, work ethic and desire to please all he meets with
My interview on travel trends and influencers predictions for #BizTrends
January 18, 2018
I was interviewed by Bizcommunity.com about my travel trends and influencer predictions for 2018, including my thoughts on major disruptions that may just be on the rise, by Robin Fredericks. This as part of their
Gauteng. Urban Powerhouse and Party Playground. For onRoute Magazine.
June 15, 2017
My article ‘Gauteng. Urban Powerhouse and Party Playground’ for OnRoute Magazine as it first appears here on pages 4-9, and above. Also included below for easy reading. In their Uncovering South Africa issue, onRoute bring you
I am an African. A poignant speech remembered on Africa Day 2017.
May 25, 2017
Today on Africa Day it seems appropriate to share the words from Thabo Mbeki’s “I Am an African” speech, which he made on behalf of the African National Congress in Cape Town on 8 May
May 28, 2016
Botswana. – The plains zebra, also known as the common zebra or Burchell’s zebra – named after the British explorer and naturalist William John Burchell – is the most common and geographically ranges from the south of
A Coffee Lesson with Tribe.
August 30, 2014
Cape Town. – Because there’s so much more to a cappuccino than meet the eyes, or tastebuds. Together with a couple of local bloggers, I was treated to a lesson in the ’Art of Coffee and
