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James Okafor

Slow Travel in Italy Off the Beaten Track

July 18, 2026 by James Okafor
Sunlit cobblestone alley in a quiet Italian village, laundry strung between ancient stone walls

Beyond Rome, Florence, and Venice, Italy has small cities, hill towns, and regions that reward extended stays. Here’s where to go and how to travel Italy slowly.

Categories Destinations, Europe

Trekking the GR20 in Corsica: A Practical Guide

July 16, 2026 by James Okafor
Rugged granite peaks and narrow rocky trail winding through Corsica's wild alpine landscape

Planning to trek the GR20 in Corsica? Here’s what the route is actually like — difficulty, stages, where to sleep, what to bring, and when to go.

Categories Adventures, Trekking & Hiking

Trekking in the Simien Mountains Ethiopia: Practical Guide

July 16, 2026 by James Okafor
Rugged Simien Mountains peaks rising above sweeping Ethiopian highland valleys

Planning a Simien Mountains trek in Ethiopia? Here’s what the routes are like, how to get there, what permits cost, and what to actually expect on the ground.

Categories Africa & Middle East, Destinations

How to Travel Overland from Europe to Asia

July 16, 2026 by James Okafor
Dusty overland trail winding through mountains connecting European and Asian landscapes

Travelling overland from Europe to Asia is one of the great journeys — and it’s more accessible than most people think. Here’s the practical guide to doing it.

Categories Destinations, Europe

First Time in Morocco: What to Know Before You Go

July 16, 2026 by James Okafor
Colorful Marrakech medina street with lanterns, spices, and bustling market stalls

Morocco is overwhelming in the best way — but arriving with the right information makes the difference. Here’s a practical first-timer’s guide covering medinas, transport, costs, and what to expect.

Categories Africa & Middle East, Destinations

First Time in Kenya: Safari Planning Guide

July 15, 2026 by James Okafor
Majestic lion resting on golden savanna grass at sunset in Kenya's Maasai Mara

Kenya is one of the world’s great safari destinations. Here’s how to plan your first visit — which parks to prioritise, what a safari costs, and how to make the most of the experience.

Categories Africa & Middle East, Destinations

Travelling in Nepal: Trekking Practical Guide for Independent Visitors

July 15, 2026 by James Okafor
Trekker on a misty Himalayan trail surrounded by snow-capped peaks in Nepal

Nepal is one of the world’s great trekking destinations. Here’s a practical guide to planning an independent trek — permits, routes, costs, and what to expect.

Categories Asia & Southeast Asia, Destinations

First Time in Ethiopia: Practical Travel Guide

July 15, 2026 by James Okafor
Colorful Ethiopian market with locals in traditional dress against ancient stone architecture

Ethiopia is one of Africa’s most historically rich and culturally distinct countries. Here’s a practical guide to independent travel — from Addis Ababa to the Tigray churches.

Categories Africa & Middle East, Destinations

Overland From London to India by Train: Practical Guide

July 15, 2026 by James Okafor
Vintage train crossing vast Eurasian landscape at golden dusk, tracks stretching to distant mountains

Is it possible to travel overland from London to India by train? Yes — here’s the route, the crossings, the costs, and what to realistically expect in 2026.

Categories Asia & Southeast Asia, Destinations

Hiking the Drakensberg Mountains: A Practical Guide

July 13, 2026 by James Okafor
Dramatic basalt peaks of the Drakensberg rise above golden grasslands under a stormy sky.

Planning a Drakensberg hike? This practical guide covers the best trails, permits, where to stay, what to bring, and when to go in South Africa’s Berg.

Categories Africa & Middle East, Destinations
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