Author: The Urban Wanderer
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So I went to Uganda and all I brought back were fleas!
This post was originally written on February 13, 2018 February 12 It’s now Monday and it’s the very last day of camping. One more night of unzipping the tent to go to the bathroom in the middle of the night and one more tent take-down … I can’t believe I’m saying this but it’s kind…
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Jinja, Uganda ~ I’m not in denial, I’m on da Nile!!!
This post was originally from February 11, 2018 February 10 As the tour portion of my trip is coming to an end we are now driving back through the places that we originally drove through on the way. Last night we stayed at a campsite just outside Uganda’s capital of Kampala. Ash and I caved…
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Kigali and the 1994 Rwandan Genocide
This post was originally written on February 9, 2018 The last 3 nights we have stayed at the most gorgeous campsite called Bunyoni Overland Camp Resort. It is situated right on Lake Bunyoni and is nestled among lush green mountains and hills. It is utterly picturesque and if you ever decide to go to Uganda…
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Gorillas in the Mist ~ My Experience Gorilla Trekking in Uganda
This post was originally from February 7, 2018. Today was a day like no other. Today was the MAIN EVENT. The reason I chose to travel to these countries. TODAY WAS THE GORILLA TREK! It started off early where we were picked up at 5:30am from our campsite. It then took two hours to drive to Bwindi…
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Collaborations
Edmonton and it’s surrounding area is full of so many talented makers. I am forever impressed, in awe and inspired by what people can create. Every once in a while I have the opportunity to work with another maker/artist. I love having this opportunity as we both can learn so much from each other –…
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Uganda Be Kidding Me!
This post was originally written on February 6, 2018 February 5 The last few days have been a bit of a blur. There have been three really long driving days where I’d often find myself slipping into oblivion while watching the countryside pass me by. (I’m going to credit my narcoleptic moments to the anti-nausea…
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Nairobi ~ A Day of African Bliss!
This post was originally written on February 1, 2018 Jambo! I’m finally here in Kenya! There are obvious reasons as to why Canada is such a great place to live, but bar none one of its drawbacks (other than it being freaking cold most of the year) is that’s it’s so damn far away from…
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Me Tarzan You Jane
This post was originally written on January 29, 2018 Hey Everyone! So there is this little ballad that some of you may have heard of that is running through my brain and its called ‘Born to Be Wild’. Hypothetically it’s playing during the opening credits to my next movie called Me Tarzan you Jane. hahaha.…
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San Francisco in a Day ~ the ultimate 1 day walking itinerary
San Francisco is one of those iconic American cities that you could spend an entire week exploring and never get bored. From its iconic landmarks, colourful Victorian homes, trend-setting restaurants and its natural bay-side beauty there is no question why this Northern Californian city is considered one of the best in the world. Ideally I…
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Mini Guide for Morocco ~ top 8 things to do
When you think of Morocco, what images come to mind? Is it shopping at a bustling colourful souk? Riding a camel in the middle of the desert? Or is it discovering the amazing and intricate architecture that sits around almost every corner? No matter what images come to mind, this North African country is one…
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