A Step Ahead Blog2024-01-17T02:21:04+01:00

Kilimanjaro Western Breach News

Mountains and hikes, Newsflash, Tanzania|

The Western Breach Route on Mount Kilimanjaro was closed by Kilimanjaro National Park authorities following a rock fall which killed three climbers and injured others on 4th January 2006. Since then the park authorities have conducted several reconnaissance trips to the Western Breach to determine if and how the route...

What to write about?

Justin Bell, Serengeti, Tanzania|

Sometimes sightings are too numerous and too astounding to allow me to begin the recount them in a blog. It would result in a long list which certainly to me would sound nearly impossible to view in a two week period (my last safari). I have decided to mention the...

A green Green season

Justin Bell, Serengeti, Tanzania|

This December's (2006) safari reminded me of what the "Short rains" used to be like in the 90s. While marvelling at the lush green landscapes and the frollicking antelope, my mind would switch to logistical preoccupations: "Can we cross the river?", "Will we get to camp?", "Which track should I...

Parador de Santiago

Accommodation, Luxury|

This hotel, also known at the Hostal dos Reis Católicos, was originally built in 1499 to welcome pilgrims to Santiago, and it is still doing so today. The hotel is an amazing building, adorned with interesting furniture and pieces of art. It is situated in the best location possible, on...

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