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Journeys & Road Trips

Stories of culture, communities, traditions, and meaningful encounters that make a trip memorable.
DIY travel itineraries using offline tools

DIY travel itineraries using offline tools

Planning on paper lets the journey evolve without the buzz of constant alerts.
Mariana Balt 02 Jun 2025
Waterways, warthogs and wonder: A journey into Botswana

Waterways, warthogs and wonder: A journey into Botswana

If our trusty 1998 Nissan 2.7 Turbo Diesel 4x4 can handle it, any vehicle with decent ground clearance should too.
Mariana Balt 22 May 2025
Unusual places to sleep under the stars

Unusual places to sleep under the stars

By choosing one of these unusual retreats, travellers trade the ordinary for a unique stay under the stars.
Mariana Balt 10 May 2025
Journey through Southern Africa's untamed landscapes

Journey through Southern Africa's untamed landscapes

The appeal of a self-drive safari lies in slowing down. Travellers wake to soft light filtering through canvas walls, not the beep of a hotel alarm.
Mariana Balt 04 May 2025
Driving into stillness with mindfulness behind the wheel

Driving into stillness with mindfulness behind the wheel

Each kilometre becomes an invitation to be present, to meet the landscape with attention rather than distraction.
Mariana Balt 02 May 2025
Border crossings without headaches

Border crossings without headaches

You haven’t just crossed a line on a map; you’ve stepped into a new story, carrying the quiet dignity of true travel with you.
Mariana Balt 30 Apr 2025

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