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First inconveniences in Haiti
Backpacking in Haiti is much more complicated and tiring than what I thought. Long waits, closed hotels, crazy rides.
Jacmel
First day in Haiti, in particular in Jacmel, a town on the Southern coast. It’s not easy.
The passage
So it’s set, we are going to Haiti from the Dominican Republic, on a boat that will take us with hundreds of others to Marigold, and from there to Jacmel.
Bahia de Las Aguilas
A day trip to the Bahia de las Aguilas, a beautiful and secluded beach in a National Park in the Dominican Republic.
Towards the unknown
We moved from Los Patos to Pedernales, close to the border, to get some information on traveling to Haiti, as it is so difficult to fetch information here.
Roaming around Paraiso
One more day in Los Patos and nearby San Rafael natural pools; I like this place, it’s quiet and welcoming and food is really good.
Wondering if going to Haiti or not
We are in Los Patos deciding if a trip to Haiti is worth the hassle and the trouble, the money, the risk. It’s not recommended, but that is not what drives us.
An Italian oasis in the Dominican Republic
Arrival at Los Patos, a pretty quiet place by the beach in the South-Western coast of the Dominican Republic.
Thoughts from the bus
Some thoughts about the people, the habits I’m witnessing while traveling on a bus in the Domincan Republic.
Bienvenidos in Santo Domingo
On the first day in Santo Domingo we started our chicken, rice and presidente diet, and we got acquainted with the crazy traffic.
New York Stopover
A quick walk in New York during a stopover, from Central Park to Brooklyn, enjoying every single minute in this fascinating city.
To go or to stay?
I’m always scared before I go on a new trip, because I don’t know what to expect and home is so welcoming and comforting…
Anxiety!
The weeks before a trip are always nervous for me, there’s a lot to think about and to plan, I’ve got second thoughts and regrets.
Five places to see in Milan
A walking itinerary in Milan, visiting my favorite places in the city in one day: duomo, castle, piazza Gae Aulenti, Navigli and the Monumentale.
Itinerary in Tanzania
Itinerary in Tanzania, backpacking for 40 days among the Mainland and relaxing in Zanzibar; a beautiful way to explore the country, an amazing experience.
Marana after the fire
I went to hike on Marana Mount after the fire that took place in April 2020.
Backpacking in Tanzania
Traveling in Tanzania is not cheap, it’s not as cheap as India, but backpacking you can save some money and it’s also a way to experience the country with the locals.
The art of negotiating
Negotiating in Tanzania is the norm and it can actually be quite fun if you learn how to do it; here are some rules I suggest to follow.
Karibu Nyumbani
Jambiani, another place I fell in love with, in the South-eastern coast of Zanzibar.
Beach boys in Kendwa
A super relaxing holiday in Kendwa, Zanzibar, not really what I was looking for.
Postcard from Stone Town
Some pictures from Stone Town, Zanzibar, a town that I have come to love and appreciate so much I would live here for some time.
Three days in Stone Town
I am enjoying my stay in Stone Town, befriending locals, visiting the Slave Market and Prison Island, drinking coffe and playing domino.
First days in Stone Town
The first days in Stone Town I tried to avoid tourist traps and people interested only in my money; but soon I found the pretty things in town.
Thoughts about travelling solo
Some thoughts on traveling alone or with friends, on telling your travels through a diary or blog, on memories and friendship.
How to make Ugali in 11 moves
The receipe to make ugali that was given to me by Saidi in Kilwa, Tanzania.
Kilwa
In Kilwa I saw some luxurious resorts for wealthy Westerners, I visted Kilwa Kivinje with the German Boma and a lively fish market.
Lindi, again
Lindi seduced me with its laid back atmosphere, the beach, locals dancing and singing, new friends telling me their stories and teaching Swahili.
First days in Lindi
First days in Lindi, short tour of the town, new friends and chats with locals, singing at the beach, football games.
Mikindani
A busy day in Mikindani, diving, meeting new friends, talking and dancing with locals, getting to know a bit more the beautiful Tanzania.
Finally by the sea in Mtwara
I have arrived at the southern most town by the coast in Tanzania, near the border with Mozambique. A fishermen and university students town.
Rough Road in Tanzania 2
Traveling on public transportation in Tanzania can be challenging and dangerous; this is the experience I had traveling in the South of the country.
Quick stop in Iringa, Tanzania
A short stay in Iringa, a pretty and very international town in Tanzania, with many tourists and expats, international schools and internet cafes.
Rough Road in Tanzania
The adventures of backpacking in Tanzania: traveling on public transportations is not comfortable, but surely you live the real experiences.
Learning Swahili
I tried to learn a bit of Swahili, a beautiful and fascinating language, with arabic and indian influences. Here I write some curiosities about it.
Dodoma
Visiting Dodoma, the official capital of Tanzania, and planning travels in the country, taking notes of what might go wrong and coping with it.
An overnight stay with a Barbaig family
I spent one night with a Barbaig family, a Tanzanian tribe that has many traditions that go back to thousands of years ago. Quite an experience.
Photography at time of Coronavirus
Photography during the lockdown due to coronavirus can be a nice way to fight the boredom that comes with isolation. Here is what I did.
Safari in Tanzania
Diary of 5 day safari in Tanzania, from the Tarangire National Park to Serengeti and Ngorongoro.
Arusha
I spent a couple of days in Arusha trying to find a safari tour to join; it wasn’t easy, it was low season and I couldn’t find the price I wanted.
In the forest in Moshi
Another day in Moshi, exploring a nearby village and a waterfall in the jungle, coping with local habits.