The Great Migration

The Great Migration

Africa! The last inhabitable continent for me to set foot on. Ironic, as according to 23andMe, it’s where 94% of my DNA comes from–the bulk of that being West African which is no surprise–being the descendent of slaves. This journey would take me to the East Coast of Africa in Kenya. It is a long … Continued

Elephant in Africa by Lisa Niver

TELL ME MORE ABOUT: Safari in Africa

Welcome to my new series: TELL ME MORE ABOUT: where I will be sharing resources from my favorite past adventures around our planet during this time when we cannot travel due to COVID-19. In the next weeks, I will share about all 10 trips in my recent article on Ms Magazine and I wanted you to have access to … Continued

Reflections from Rocky Mountaineer by Lisa Niver

USA TODAY Photo SlideShow: The Vast Expanse of Nothingness!

USA TODAY 10best: Clear your mind in these open spaces made for exploring JANUARY 15, 2019 Get out there Fifty percent of the world’s population lives on just 1% of the Earth’s surface.  That leaves plenty of wide-open, uncrowded spaces to explore.  Taking a break from the hustle and bustle can help you find a … Continued

Lion in Africa by Lisa Niver

Do You Love The Animals Of Africa?

Please enjoy part 5 of my video journey through Tanzania and Kenya with Abercrombie and Kent Luxury Tailor Made Journeys. Part One, Part Two, Part Three, Part Four and the final videos Part Five: I loved being on my very first African safari. I filmed so much footage of the animals and I wanted to be able to share … Continued

Black Rhino by Lisa Niver Kenya #AKTravel

How can you see Black Rhino, Maasai Warriors and Hula Hoops?

Please enjoy part 4 of my video journey through Tanzania and Kenya with Abercrombie and Kent Luxury Tailor Made Journeys. Part One, Part Two, Part Three and now here is Part Four Video #9: Will I Love a Safari in Maasai Mara? #9 Safari in Mara Triangle July 14 2018 and staying at Sanctuary Olonana with Sanctuary Retreats … Continued

Enkereri school children in Maasai Mara. Photo by Matt Payne

What is the Best Way to Travel from Tanzania to Kenya?

Please enjoy my video journey through my first African safari and 100th country with Abercrombie and Kent Luxury Tailor Made Journeys. Part One, Part Two and now here is Part Three Video #6: Do you want to Sing in Swahili on Safari? Hello from Sanctuary Kichakani! While on safari in Tanzania, I tried to learn to … Continued

Elephants in Africa by Lisa Niver

Are You Ready? Today We Are Going to the Serengeti!

Please enjoy my video journey through my first African safari and 100th country with Abercrombie and Kent Luxury Tailor Made Journeys. Did you see Part 1: Where Did I Travel on My First African Safari? Video #3 Leaving Tarangire, Tanzania for Safari in the Serengeti Join us as we fly from Arusha to the Serengeti, Tanzania. There … Continued

5 Places Around The Globe Where You Need a Guide

5 Places Around The Globe Where You Need a Guide By Peter Jones Although nowadays it is getting more and more popular to travel alone, a few stunning corners of this world are a very hard task for single travelers or tourists. Travel Ticker today shares a list of 5 places around the globe where even … Continued

Gold SATW for Ken Budd

Congratulations to Ken Budd for his 2014 Gold SATW award for his article,  “Kenya: Holding Elijah.” Ken Budd’s 2013 story on his volunteer experiences in Kenya and recent media criticism of voluntourism won gold on October 16 in the Society of American Travel Writers’ Lowell Thomas awards, which honors the best work in travel writing and media. Gary Arndt of … Continued

Working together in Kenya!

Stepping off the plane in Jomo Kenyatta airport, the moment of truth had arrived. 16,000kms from home, I hoped that the volunteer organization I had chosen, World Corps Kenya, was a credible group. After receiving my visa, I prayed that there would be someone on the other side waiting for me. I really was not … Continued

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