Backpacking In Malawi🇲🇼: Cosy Dorm Bed At Mabuya Backpackers Hostel In Lilongwe (The Capital City)

Posted on April 26, 2023May 14, 2023 by Jonny Blair

It’s often said that capital cities of Africa are usually not the best spots to backpack through to experience that there country. Underwhelming and lackadaisical could be said of a few of my prior capitals on that there continent. Examples that springbourne to mind are Porto Novo (Benin), Lome (Togo) and Kampala (Uganda). In Malawi, Read more about Backpacking In Malawi🇲🇼: Cosy Dorm Bed At Mabuya Backpackers Hostel In Lilongwe (The Capital City)[…]

10 Year Later In Ethiopia: Staying At The Plush 5 Star Skylight Hotel In Addis Ababa

10 Years Later In Ethiopia🇪🇹: Staying At The Plush 5 Star Skylight Hotel In Addis Ababa

Posted on April 26, 2023July 30, 2025 by Jonny Blair

“My smile as real as a hyena’s” – Nicky Wire. (de ja vu, just the 10 years later eh?!) I have now racked up eight visits to Ethiopia, nutspacking it as a hub at Africa away time and time again. I have known Addis Ababa was a hub since my legendary 2013 trip to the Read more about 10 Years Later In Ethiopia🇪🇹: Staying At The Plush 5 Star Skylight Hotel In Addis Ababa[…]

Alternative Digital Nomad Lifestyle: Living and Working From a Campervan

How To Travel in A Campervan For Newbies

Posted on April 25, 2023 by Jonny Blair

If you’ve planned your first campervan or motorhome holiday, chances are that you may find it a bit more challenging than it looks! The following tips have been compiled for novice campervan drivers and will make manoeuvring the vehicle significantly easier. Bring A GPS Navigational Device It may seem like a fairly obvious tip, but Read more about How To Travel in A Campervan For Newbies[…]

Five Star Room. Wow. Skylight Hotel, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

The Ultimate Guide To Hotel Payment Processing In 2023

Posted on April 25, 2023 by Jonny Blair

The year 2023 is a future where payment processing for hotels is simpler and more secure than ever. There’s never been a better time to get up to speed on the latest trends and technologies in this industry. This article is your ultimate guide to understanding and navigating the complex landscape of the hotel payment Read more about The Ultimate Guide To Hotel Payment Processing In 2023[…]

7 Must-Have Features for the Ultimate Road Trip Car

Posted on April 25, 2023 by Jonny Blair

Whether you’re navigating cross-country or simply away for the weekend, a suitable car can make all the difference. But what makes for an ideal road trip car? Of course, everyone’s perfect vehicle will be different depending on their needs and preferences. But your car needs to have certain features if you want your next long Read more about 7 Must-Have Features for the Ultimate Road Trip Car[…]

Properly Backpacking in Malawi - the watery road to Monkey Bay

Explore With These Must-Know Travel Tips

Posted on April 24, 2023 by Jonny Blair

Whether jet-setting around the world or taking a road trip closer to home, travel brings incredible experiences and memories that last far beyond the journey. But before your next adventure, there are various things to remember. With just a bit of preparation and forethought, from understanding currency exchange rates to knowing where to find reliable Read more about Explore With These Must-Know Travel Tips[…]

Backpacking In Malawi🇲🇼: My Stay At Mufasa Eco Lodge in Monkey Bay

Posted on April 22, 2023August 25, 2024 by Jonny Blair

“Me and my monkey drove in search of the sun” – Robbie Williams. While backpacking in Malawi on my MMM Tour of 2023, I decided on visiting four main parts of the country – Monkey Bay, Cape Maclear, Dedza (including dipping in and out of Mozambique) and Lilongwe (the capital). “Oh hello, Monkey Bay!” When Read more about Backpacking In Malawi🇲🇼: My Stay At Mufasa Eco Lodge in Monkey Bay[…]

Backpacking In Madagascar🇲🇬: My Stay At The Quirky Hotel Sakamanga in Antananarivo

Posted on April 21, 2023May 14, 2023 by Jonny Blair

“Oh baby baby it’s a wild world ” – Cat Stevens. Madagascar ðŸ‡²ðŸ‡¬is a huge island but I’ve lived on a few. Australia for one. Tasmania another. Great Britain another island I lived on. Ireland another. I even lived on Ma Wan (Park Island) in Hong Kong and have worked on ferries to Guernsey, Jersey Read more about Backpacking In Madagascar🇲🇬: My Stay At The Quirky Hotel Sakamanga in Antananarivo[…]

How to get a Madagascar visa on arrival Antananarivo

How To Get A Madagascar 🇲🇬Tourist Visa On Arrival At Antananarivo Airport

Posted on April 21, 2023May 6, 2023 by Jonny Blair

“Don’t say a prayer for me now. Save it for the MadagascarðŸ‡²ðŸ‡¬” – Duran Duran. Island countries seem to be my weak point in life and when I look at the long list of countries I still haven’t been to – no surprise most of them are islands. Despite 4 trips to the Caribbean, I’ve Read more about How To Get A Madagascar 🇲🇬Tourist Visa On Arrival At Antananarivo Airport[…]

My Self-Titled MMM Tour: Madagascar, Malawi and Mozambique

My Self-Titled MMM Hat-Trick Tour: Madagascar🇲🇬, Malawi🇲🇼 and Mozambique🇲🇿

Posted on April 21, 2023May 14, 2023 by Jonny Blair

“I came in from the rain, late Thursday on the avenue. Thought I heard you talking softly. I turned on the lights, the TV, and the radio. Still, I can’t escape the ghost of you” – Duran Duran. In April 2023, I embarked on an ambitious MMM tour. It meant I would backpack three countries Read more about My Self-Titled MMM Hat-Trick Tour: Madagascar🇲🇬, Malawi🇲🇼 and Mozambique🇲🇿[…]