In the wild Karoo of South Africa, an explorer comes face-to-face with dangerous predators and forges a profound connection to the vast, unforgiving landscape. The Toyota Land Cruiser trundled over …
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A traveler goes paragliding just as a powerful storm rolls in over the Atlantic Ocean. “Run! Don’t look down. Now!” yelled my guide as we stood on a huge tarpaulin …
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A traveler in South Africa arrives with hope, excitement, and fear. As she becomes accustomed to the country, she learns that some of her fears may have been unfounded, but …
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The Travel Writing Podcast
From Thai Writing Prodigy to Hollywood, South Africa, and Beyond: Interview With Pier Nirandara
At 15, Pier Nirandara became Thailand’s youngest English-writing author of three #1 national bestselling novels, fictional stories populated with mermaids, nymphs, and elves. After finding fame at such a young …
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While wild camping in the South African bush, a traveler finds that in order to experience the local wildlife, she’ll need to listen closely. The sky turned into pink streaks …
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A solo female traveler’s hitchhiking trip across Southern Africa takes an intriguing turn when she is invited to hunt a local delicacy. This story was chosen as a runner-up for …
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During a trip to South Africa, a woman has her eyes opened by a group of volunteers who spend their days restoring sight to the blind. “Are you Ilse?” asks …
