Posts Tagged "Africa"
Posted on September 18, 2012 in Trip Ideas
Tomorrow marks National Talk Like a Pirate Day. And while we probably won't be donning an eye patch and will be leaving the peg leg at home, we know plenty of places that we want to travel to to get in touch with our inner swabbie... Continue reading IgoUgo's Favorite Pirate Travels
Posted on May 22, 2012 in Photos
As much as we love a good skyline and museum, there is something to be said about the beauty of the world we live in. Today marks International Day for Biodiversity, celebrating the amazing creatures that surround us every day... Continue reading Celebrating International Biodiversity Day
Posted on January 20, 2012 in Photos
Statues like Michaelangelo's David are a part of our historical consciousness. When somebody we know makes a reference to the piece, we know what he's talking about, and we know that its name is a kind of shorthand for the Renaissance... Continue reading Photos of the Week: Stone Still
Posted on September 30, 2011 in Traveler of the Week
IgoUgo traveler MilwVon's many travels show that she takes Mark Twain's words, "Explore. Dream. Discover," to heart. Her recent trip to Kenya and Tanzania is no exception... Continue reading Traveler of the Week on an East African Safari
Posted on July 27, 2011 in Trip Ideas
Werner Herzog’s “Cave of Forgotten Dreams” could well be our only opportunity to see the oldest cave art in the world. The movie’s Chauvet Cave reminds us of the unlikely but wondrous chance that we might stumble upon the previously unknown... Continue reading Visiting New Discoveries
Posted on April 25, 2011 in Photos
Lately, I’ve had penguins on my mind. Is it because of Earth Day? Perhaps I am anticipating the Mr. Popper’s Penguins movie. No, I have to admit, it’s that cute video circulating of Cookie, the ticklish penguin from the Cincinnati Zoo... Continue reading It’s Tickle a Penguin Day
Posted on December 6, 2010 in Trip Ideas
Our members here at IgoUgo are pretty DIY, which is why we think they might be interested in this trip to Morocco. Operated by Brown & Hudson, the seven-night trip will be led by guidebook and cookbook author Zora O’Neill from May 28-June 4... Continue reading Marrakech Express
Posted on August 27, 2010 in Traveler of the Week
A lot of travelers take in a game drive when they visit South Africa or Namibia, but few rent a car, hit the road, and drive. The intrepid catsholiday wouldn’t have it any other way, and now she’s sharing her tips for road-tripping in Africa... Continue reading Traveler of the Week Drives South Africa & Namibia
Posted on June 2, 2010 in Trip Ideas
As millions of travelers prepare for a soccer pilgrimage to South Africa, the country’s tourism draws are readying too. Here’s what IgoUgo travelers say not to miss in or near each of the nine host cities--besides a game, of course... Continue reading What Not to Miss in South Africa's 9 Soccer Cities
Posted on April 8, 2010 in Trip Ideas
If you like ancient ruins, have an interest in UNESCO sites, and enjoy destinations that require no special inoculations, consider Libya. After reading koshkha’s rundown of her week there, we think we’d like the place--assuming the visas go through... Continue reading Tales from a Tour of Libya's Greek and Roman Ruins