51 Best Things to Do in Oahu in 2024 By Deb Hendricks | Published April 20, 2024 | Oahu Activities Are you looking for the best things to do while you’re on Oahu? Then you’re in the right place! As my home for 9 sun-filled years, I got to know Oahu inside out and upside down. And I’m going to share what I learned with you. Whether you’re looking for adventures or a deep dive into local culture, you’re going to love the list I’ve got for you. From snorkelling in Hanauma Bay to exploring the history at Iolani Palace, this island is the perfect playground for you. You’ll find water sports, botan ..read more

5 Day Oahu Itinerary: An Expert’s Guide for 2024 By Deb Hendricks | Published April 14, 2024 | 5 Days on Oahu Are you planning a trip to paradise and need an itinerary? Then let me welcome you to Oahu! If you’ve only got 5 days to explore the island, then you want to make the most of your time. I’m going to make sure you do just that. I’m a Canadian girl who was lucky enough to live and work in “The Gathering Place” for 9 blissful years. And as amazing as it would have been to grow up here, I think I have an advantage as a transplant. I feel like I have a special kind of appreciation for all ..read more

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve Expert Review: Cape Town Big 5 Safari 2024 By Deb Hendricks | Published April 3, 2024 Are you looking for the best malaria-free Big 5 safari park near Cape Town? Then you’re going to want to read this review. At 620 km², Sanbona is the biggest private reserve I’d been to in all my years of travelling in Africa. I was amazed at the wide-open feel of this free-roaming reserve. I had some incredible wildlife sightings! Contact Go2Africa to set up your unforgettable trip from Cape Town to Sanbona Wildlife Reserve! The Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is only a 3-hour drive fro ..read more

SafetyWing Travel Insurance Review: Is It the Best for You? By Deb Hendricks | Published March 27, 2024 Are you looking for the best travel insurance for your trip, but want to stay within a budget? Then I’m glad you’re here. SafetyWing is the travel insurance company I use, whether I’m travelling around Africa or elsewhere. And there are a lot of reasons for that. I’m going to share all of those reasons below (spoiler: price is one of them). I’ll also discuss this basic travel insurance company’s limitations, so you can be sure you’re making the most informed choice possible. I remember when ..read more

Is Cape Town Dangerous? Plus Expert Safety Tips for 2024 Published March 22, 2024 | By Deb Hendricks Join our new Facebook Travel Community! Is Cape Town Dangerous? If you’re planning to visit, you’ve probably asked this question! When I travel around Cape Town, I’m always a female solo traveller, and I’ve always been safe. But I always take safety precautions that are mostly second nature to me by now. Here I’ll let you in on the safety precautions I take when I explore Cape Town. They actually apply to any city, and really, are mostly common sense (though it’s not always that “common ..read more

Find Out The Best Time To Visit Mauritius For An Unforgettable Escape By: Deb Hendricks | March 17, 2024 Are you considering heading for Mauritius and wondering when is the best time to go? Then I’m glad you’re here! We’ve got the ultimate travel timing guide for you. And we’ll tell you why Africa’s island paradise absolutely should be on your radar this season. After travelling to Mauritius 3 times, and spending several weeks on each trip, I can say for sure that there’s no bad time to be here. But some times are better than others. The short answer: October. October in Mauritius has warm, c ..read more

Zanzibar Travel Guide to Must-Sees: 25 Top Sights You Can’t Miss By Deb Hendricks | March 15, 2024 | Updated March 16, 2024 Is Zanzibar – the Spice Island – on your lifetime bucket list? It was for me, and it did NOT disappoint. I had a blissful stay there during a 6 month trip, before leaving Tanzania on my way to Botswana. This guide come from my own experience – you can be sure that you won’t miss a thing! It’s where I learned the fine art of lying on the beach and soaking up the sunshine. With an icy cold bottle of Kilimanjaro beer, of course.  But as enjoyable it is t ..read more

IWIF Newsletter Archives ➤ November 26, 2023 Hey Traveller, ​Welcome to the last Sunday in December! Unbelievable – does it seem to you that every year goes faster than the one before? Anyway, if you’re already thinking about next December’s trip to Africa, consider heading to South Africa. Now’s a good time to start making plans. South Africa’s weather in December is pretty good. Summer falls at this time of year, and it’s all sunshine and blue skies over the famous Garden Route. The Garden Route is one of the most popular road trips in South Africa, for the scenery, the beache ..read more

Morocco’s Agafay Desert: A Hidden Gem Near Marrakech November 25, 2023 | By Deb Hendricks Morocco is one of my most-loved countries in North Africa. It’s exotic and mysterious and full of adventures. If you’re looking for a unique and unforgettable experience in Morocco, consider visiting the little-known Agafay Desert. You’ll love its hundreds of hectares of calm, its stark landscapes, and its unique variety of activities. But this is not your typical desert, with endless sand dunes and scorching heat. Instead, the Agafay Desert is a ‘reg’, or desert of stones – a vast expanse of rocky and a ..read more

South Africa Skydiving – You Don’t Have to Be a Pro to Try It! Updated November 15, 2023 | By Deb Hendricks South Africa skydiving is one of the most thrilling experiences for travellers looking for adventure. With incredible landscapes ranging from coastal beauty to iconic landmarks like Table Mountain, the country’s skydiving sites are as varied as they are breathtaking! Skydiving in South Africa was brought into the public eye recently when Jean Jacques “JJ” Wallis was featured on CNN.com. Wallis is the founder of the online community “BASE Jump Africa”. JJ Wallis is a professional in the ..read more