Africa Archives

An Africa Photo Safari, Maasai Mara, Kenya

September 2, 2024November 28, 2023 by Tom Bartel

With proper planning in choosing the right type of African photo safari for you, you’ll get the most out of your trip, and get some great animal photography.

Fun Places to Visit in Nairobi Kenya

June 29, 2024May 13, 2022 by Kristin Henning

Fun places to go in Nairobi, Kenya. Explore this green and cosmopolitan city by visiting Nairobi parks and museums. Discover local culture through Nairobi restaurants and shopping. And find adventure nearby with day trips from Nairobi. Where to eat and where to stay in Nairobi.

Reviving Travel: 20 Stories of Innovation from Destinations and Tour Companies

June 29, 2024January 8, 2022 by Kristin Henning

Twenty travel stories from destinations and tour providers about reviving travel after the long impact of the pandemic. From start-up companies to major destinations, new initiatives speak to the future of travel.

What to Pack for an African Safari

June 6, 2024November 7, 2021 by Tom Bartel

Packing for an African safari requires a little more thought than for your average travels. Be prepared for bugs, heat, and prickly plants. Then enjoy the wild beauty.

2018: The Year in Photos

October 19, 2023January 12, 2019 by Tom Bartel

Our year in travel: 50 photos of our travels in 2018. Sweden, Malawi, Russia, Italy, and India were the highlights.

TravelPast50 Year in Review 2018: Art and Adventure

October 19, 2023January 6, 2019 by Kristin Henning

2018 was the Year of Art and Adventure, new places, new activities, wildly crealtive people, more time back home, and some separate trips for Tom and Kris.

Two Interviews and Some Elephants: More on Malawi

October 19, 2023November 21, 2018 by Tom Bartel

Malawi Vwaza vegetation survey bob sighting tree

Two interviews with participants in the Biosphere Expeditions wildlife research program in Malawi. Primatologist Amanda Harwood and veteran citizen scientist Bob Hussey. And, for your amusement, some elephants

A Malawi Diary, 12 Days with Biosphere Expeditions

October 19, 2023November 19, 2018 by Tom Bartel

Almost two weeks in the Malawi bush doing wildlife conservation work with Biosphere Expeditions adds up to a lot of memories of a great and fulfilling trip.