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Reading Time: 6 minutes Hakuna matata; what a wonderful phrase about a wonderful place! Introducing a photo guide for your next Serengeti safari. From a world traveler who’s wish finally came true! Serengeti National Park for the win. In this post: Must-Do experiences in Serengeti National Park Tour information for the Big Five Game Drive About Accommodation in Serengeti National Park Photos of the Four Seasons Serengeti Lodge How to Get to Serengeti FAQs for your trip to Serengeti (where is it located, what animals you’ll see etc) What to pack for an African Safari – See the full African Safari Packing List Here Pin this post to read it later or as a quick way to support this blog! :) Must-Do Experiences First and foremost, you MUST do a Big Five Game Drive at sunrise … and visit during the wildebeest migration. If you stay at a luxury resort in Serengeti National Park, arrange some time to enjoy the property. Getting to and from Serengeti Natio...

Reading Time: 10 minutes I was overcome with a wave of relief as locals literally waved at our tourist bus weaving the unpaved roads to the rural town of Coupe in the Dominican Republic. So here I am today discussing the uncomfortable topic of volunteering abroad. “They want us here,” I thought with content. I’m one of the most skeptic travelers when considering the role of big brother and/or disrupting foreign cultures. I’d signed up to volunteer in the Dominican Republic, to join Americans seeking to “make a difference” in a beautiful black-Latino community. I watched thirty Americans awe-eyed by a culture so different than their own, attempt (and succeed) in teaching English. Finally, a program that’s doing it right! As I introduce an overview of English courses offered by Impact,  Fathom Travel  offers volunteer experiences in entrepreneurship with local artisans (making chocolate or craft art), reforestation and environmental education...

Bali; the island’s name is synonymous with sunkissed beaches, historic temples and beautiful volcanoes. It never fails to surprise its visitors as there is always something new and exciting to explore – but, although most visitors to the island often end up visiting only the well-worn tourist areas, there is a lot more to Bali. What makes the tourists fall for Bali is the epic natural scenery and the flavorful and healthy cuisine; but there is a lot more authentic things to do in Bali than those well-trodden lanes and spots. Apart from the common touristy activities such as banana boat rides, exotic food or surfing a curling wave, you can certainly find a lot more hidden beauty awaiting you on the tropical island. Read on to learn about some of the out-of-the-way spots and off -beaten activities to explore during your vacation to Bali. Off-the-beaten-path experiences in Bali It is time to wander away from those crowds and experience the Indonesian island for what it really is with ...