I’m privileged to be spending Diwali on the tropical island of Mauritius off the coast of Africa. Mauritius is over 50% Hindu (the other main religions on the island are Islam and Christianity. Diwali is the Hindu celebration of happiness and light. It’s associated with Lakshmi, the Goddess of wealth and prosperity, and coincides with […]
Category Archives: Africa
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Relatively accessible, cheap and full of culture, Marrakech is an excellent long weekend or week long getaway. It’s full of culture and amazing sites. Get lost in the souks, visit the Marrakech Museum and enjoy a tagine. It’s one of the few cities that I keep returning to! Marrakech tours are a great way to […]
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Morocco is a country that you just can’t get enough of – the Islamic Architecture and generous Berber people will draw you back again and again. You can’t miss shopping in the souks of Marrakech and visiting Chefchaouen, the Blue City. If you like scenery and hiking, head to the Atlas Mountains. Morocco has something […]