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Charlie on Travel
  • Blog
  • Destinations
    • Africa
      • Morocco
      • South Africa
      • Tanzania
    • Asia
      • India
      • Indonesia
      • Malaysia
      • Philippines
      • Sri Lanka
      • Taiwan
      • Thailand
      • Vietnam
    • Central America
      • Belize
      • Costa Rica
      • Guatemala
      • Mexico
      • Nicaragua
      • Panama
    • Europe
      • Austria
      • Bulgaria
      • Croatia
      • Czechia
      • France
      • Germany
      • Iceland
      • Macedonia
      • Malta
      • Norway
      • Poland
      • Portugal
      • Slovenia
      • Spain
      • UK
    • South America
      • Colombia
      • Ecuador
      • Peru
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Africa

Taghazout Travel Guide

Taghazout is Morocco’s serene fishing village turned surf haven and co-working hotspot. It’s laid-back vibe, sandy beaches and digital nomad-friendly accommodations make this hidden gem perfect for those seeking a balance of work, adventure and relaxation. 

12 mins read

A Week in Zanzibar: From Safari to Beach

After five amazing (and tiring) days on safari in Tanzania — exploring Tarangire, Ngorongoro Crater and the Serengeti — we flew straight from Kilimanjaro Airport to Zanzibar. What followed was six blissful nights of white sand, warm breezes and slow mornings in Jambiani and a short stop in historic Stone Town.

6 mins read

How Much Does a Safari in Tanzania Cost? (2025 Guide)

When I first started planning our Tanzania safari, I had no idea just how much prices could vary. I assumed I’d get a few quotes, compare them, and pick the best one. But wow — the range in costs was huge.

5 mins read

Is a Hot Air Balloon Ride in the Serengeti Worth It?

Floating silently over the Serengeti at sunrise is an experience unlike any other. From the moment the balloon lifts off, the vast savannah unfolds beneath you — herds of zebra, giraffes, and elephants moving in timeless rhythm, predators stalking the plains, and the first golden light spilling over the horizon.

4 mins read

Is Safari in the Serengeti Safe?

The Serengeti is one of the world’s most iconic safari destinations — a place where lions roam, elephants wander by and the vast plains seem endless. But for many travellers, a common question lingers: is safari in the Serengeti safe?

4 mins read

Safari in Tanzania: 5 Days of Beautiful Wilderness

Our 5-day safari through Tanzania felt like stepping into a dream. Tanzania’s northern circuit is home to baobab forests scattered with elephants, Serengeti plains rippling with migrating herds, and misty crater rims where lions prowl in lush grass. We journeyed from the foothills of Arusha through Tarangire’s elephant country, to the boundless Serengeti and the mythical Ngorongoro Crater.

7 mins read

Best Vegetarian and Vegan Food in Cape Town

The vegetarian and vegan food scene in Cape Town is blossoming with tasty, exciting and exceptional food available all over the city. As you might expect from a cultured capital city, there’s no shortage of vegetarian and vegan options in the city’s restaurants, despite the traditionally meaty focus of Afrikaner culture.

11 mins read

Best Things to Do in Cape Town

If you’re looking for adventure, excitement, beauty and knowledge, then you’re in the right place. Breathtaking, sometimes even challenging, there’s so much to do in Cape Town that you won’t ever run out of things to do and places to see.

20 mins read

Franschhoek: Wineries, Wine Tram & More

South Africa is one of the most beautiful countries in the world and Franschhoek might well be the most beautiful town in the country. Franschhoek means “French Corner” and was founded by French settlers who planted an array of flourishing vineyards whose wine attracts visitors to this day.

5 mins read

Stellenbosch: Wineries, Wine Bars & More

Stunning mountain ranges, beautiful vineyards, cool glasses of chenin blanc at good prices, warm weather and blue skies — South Africa’s Cape Winelands are unmissable. This guide will introduce you to Stellenbosch, one of the two main visitor hot spots along with the picturesque town of Franschhoek.

8 mins read

Is Cape Town Safe?

Are you thinking about travelling to Cape Town or South Africa, but worried about the safety situation? This guide contains safety tips and information based on our recent three-month stay in South Africa for tourists travelling to Cape Town or wider South Africa.

11 mins read

Cape Town for Coffee Lovers

Cape Town’s best coffee shops and roasters are about to be revealed. Whether you’re an oat milk cortado seeker, or a simple black coffee drinker, our list of the best coffee shops in Cape Towns uncovers our favourite beans, brews and baristas in the mother city. Our 2023 guide to the best cafes and coffee shops in Cape Town’s CBD and around the city has something to please all caffeine lovers.

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