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May 1, 2002

A Night of War

A detailed account of a night I spent beneath the stars in Victoria Falls campsite, including all the unexpected and unwanted visitors I had to contend with.

Apr 1, 2002

Are we domesticating Kenya's wildlife

While on safari in the Kenya's Samburu National Park, I began to realise first hand the effects tourism can have on an environment; not just on the local populace, but also on the wildlife.

Mar 1, 2002

My Own Private Brigadoon

A piece about a night I spent in a remote Ethiopian village. As darkness fell, I was stranded on the side of the road in the Simien mountains giving up hope of a comfy night, but then like Brigadoon, a village appeared out of nowhere.

Feb 1, 2002

Escape from the Jungle (Part Two)

The second of a two-part article, this covers the remainder of a journey out of Kenya's Kakamega Rainforest.

Jan 1, 2002

Escape from the Jungle (Part One)

When I travelled into Western Kenya's secluded Kakamega Rainforest, I had no idea how difficult it would be to get out again. This is the first article in a two part series describing my adventures while returning to the nearest town and civilization.

Dec 1, 2001

Addicted to a Waterfall

Even with the numerous options for viewing Victoria Falls, I still want more. The beauty of one of Africa's natural wonders has me hooked, like David Livingstone before me, and I find myself returning again and again.

Nov 1, 2001

In Quest of a Wonder

Can the pyramids really do justice to their reputation? I set out from Cairo to see how mass tourism has affected the experience of Egypt's largest ancient wonder.

Oct 1, 2001

An Added Touch on Safari

The wildebeest migration in the Maasai Mara has finished and the rains have come, but that doesn't mean a safari has anything less to offer. This article shows how under-rated wet-season safaris in Kenya's game parks really are.

Sep 1, 2001

Not Quite the QE2

A story about my ferry journey down Lake Malawi, from Nkhota kota to Monkey Bay. This journey was more memorable for the time spent waiting for the ferry, and the dramas involved in boarding the boat, than it was for the trip itself.

Aug 1, 2001

Back To Colonial Times

A little bit of luxury is found on the East Africa Railroad, in Kenya. In a first class compartment, I am transported back to the colonial era as I travel from the coastal town of Mombasa to Nairobi..

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