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Reflections & Revelations

Personal notes from editor Mariana Balt - thoughtful musings on travel, people, and the quiet truths uncovered along the way.
Traditions that travel with you

Traditions that travel with you

We still use the ambisieblokke (ambition blocks) instead of ablusieblokke (ablutions) at campsites and fondly mark Vlentersburg (Ventersburg) and Parasburg (Karasburg) on our routes.
Mariana Balt 18 Jun 2025
How to travel without leaving a trace

How to travel without leaving a trace

Staying in your vehicle protects both you and the animal. The goal is to witness, not intrude.
Mariana Balt 05 Jun 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

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