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SHARE THE THRILLS! Tales of travel, light, and humanity — shared from a lifetime on the road.

Accessible Travel in Africa Is not a Checklist — It is a Way of Being with People

Discover why accessible travel in Africa goes beyond checklists—it’s about real human capacity, dignity, and adapting on the ground for older travelers and invisible needs. Field-grounded insights from Cape Town.

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Why Kenya Keeps Calling Me Back

Kenya through my eyes — places I’ve returned to, moments that linger, and why this country keeps drawing me back.

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Accessible travel in Africa isn’t about checklists or ramps—it’s about presence, pace, and real human judgment. From hidden needs like fatigue and anxiety to remote bush realities, discover why a calm companion often makes the biggest difference. A gentle reflection on dignity, adaptability, and making Africa’s wild corners truly reachable

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The Pyramids of Giza — No aliens required. Just human ingenuity at its finest

The Pyramids of Giza — forget the alien theories. This is a story about human brilliance, effort, and belief.

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Cairo International Airport (CAI): First Impressions, Visas & Vital Tips for South Africans and Others

I share what I’ve learned arriving in Cairo — not as a first-timer, but as a traveller who knows to observe before moving.

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From Cape to Cairo — Featured in Glow Talks Magazine

I’m honoured to be featured on the cover of Glow Talks Magazine (November 2025 issue). This feature traces my journey from Cape Town to Cairo — through photography, people, and places that leave their mark long after monuments fade. The story is about courage, curiosity, and moving forward with a camera in hand.

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"Little" Tut – He Was No Legend

A boy-king, not a legend in gold. Travel writer Vivie unpacks Tutankhamun’s real story – inbreeding, pain, politics and power – from GEM to the Valley of the Kings.

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Travelling Light Is a Mindset

Travelling light is more than a packing list – it’s a mindset. Somewhere between Africa, India and Europe I traded bulky suitcases for one 42L backpack that carries everything I need for two months on the road. In this blog I share exactly what I pack, how I stay comfortable and presentable, and why “less” has quietly become “more than enough”.

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Alexandria, Egypt— A City Written in Layers of Light, Dust, and Memory

Explore with me, the history of Alexandria, Egypt — from its founding by Alexander the Great to Cleopatra’s reign, Roman rule, and the city’s layered rebirth through time.

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Arriving in Cairo — First Impressions (A Personal Account)

Arriving in Cairo can feel overwhelming yet magical — here’s everything you need to know about visas, first impressions, airport tips, and navigating Egypt with confidence.

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48 Hours to Cairo - Behind the Journey

Egypt — the anticipation of a new journey. A journey through Egypt — from Cairo’s streets to the White Desert and Alexandria’s coast — capturing light, shadow, and stories through my lens. A photographer’s search for light, texture, and the chaos of human presence.

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The World’s on Fire. I’m Heading to Egypt

In a world full of chaos, I choose awe. This October I travel to Egypt — not for instant vlogs, but for stories that linger. From the Pyramids to the silence of Siwa Oasis, join me as my words and camera capture moments that amaze

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