http://www.bug.co.uk/forums/categories/africa-travel-companions/feed.rss Wed, 16 May 12 18:57:44 -0400 Travel Companions en-CA http://www.bug.co.uk/forums/discussion/6694/trip-raport-of-my-trip-in-south-of-morocco Fri, 01 Apr 2011 13:52:26 -0400 christommy 6694@/forums/discussions I requested Mohamed as our driver based on the reviews I read here and on other sites. Mohamed was EXCELLENT! We were so happy with him in every way. He spoke good English. He has a great personality and sense of humor. He's such a genuinely good guy, really friendly, caring, down to earth and can get along with all types of personalities and ages. You immediately feel so comfortable and safe with him . Mohamed took care of all of our needs and was very patient and flexible. He was always on time for our daily adventures and was a knowledgeable guide so we learned a lot from him about Morocco. Also, I have to mention how GREAT a driver Mohamed is. Not only does he drive safe but he handles the vehicle really well, whether it's winding roads or BUSY streets, etc.
We chose the Imperial cities tour as well as the desert and Essaouria. We covered 1,300 miles. Morocco is a beautiful country. We found the Moroccan people to be warm and friendly. Each place has it's own look and feel and it's so picturesque as you drive from one place to another. Morocco felt like a bunch of different countries in one country. Be sure to keep a day or so aside for shopping. For us, it was a struggle within our 10 day itinerary since there was so much to see and do. An extra day or 2 would have been perfect.
I would definitely recommend staying in a Riad at least once during your trip. For us after the first 2 Riads we missed some of the conveniences of a hotel so we were glad we stayed in both. Bivouac in Merzouga was really cool, you can literally walk onto the dunes from the Bivouac. In Marrakech I liked Les Jardins De Le Koutaoubia , the hotel was beautiful and the location was stellar, less than a 5-minute walk to the Dejemma el-Fna and all the souks.
As someone who travels frequently I would highly recommend ]SAHARA MAGIC TOURS(Sahara-Magic.Com.) to anyone thinking about taking a trip to Morocco. Their knowledge, contacts throughout the country, personal attention to every detail of your trip and excellent service is one of the best I've experienced. I'm so thankful to all the people that wrote reviews about Sahara Magic Tours and Mohamed. Thanks to Hassan /Sahara Magic Tours and Mohamed, my family and I had an AMAZING experience in Morocco. Can't wait to go back!]]> http://www.bug.co.uk/forums/discussion/6673/merzouga-desert-morocco-with-my-family Fri, 25 Mar 2011 09:11:48 -0400 SAAATTT 6673@/forums/discussions
As we did in September, we arranged travel with Nourdine of nomadexperience com, and again, he didn't let us down.
This time we visited Marakech, Ouarzazate and - the best part - down into the desert, to Merzouga, the dunes, camel ride (what an adventure!) and a night under the stars in a real berber tent. We thought we had learned what Morocco means, in our first time there, but we found there is a lot more to be seen.]]> http://www.bug.co.uk/forums/discussion/4163/anyone-travelling-to-kenyas Thu, 14 Sep 2006 10:12:21 -0400 Julia_traveller 4163@/forums/discussions
Anyone to join us? the more we will be the merrier.

Julia.]]> http://www.bug.co.uk/forums/discussion/6102/backpacker-insurance Wed, 21 Jul 2010 07:33:05 -0400 samdriscoll 6102@/forums/discussions kindly help me out, I know the blueinsurances............any more ?]]> http://www.bug.co.uk/forums/discussion/6360/oz-september-2011-anyones Fri, 03 Dec 2010 16:10:29 -0500 stacey144 6360@/forums/discussions
Just wondering whether anyone will be heading out to Oz in Sept next year?

I'm planning on going with Oz Intro for the first week so I don't feel completely alone! I haven't booked yet but plan on doing so within the next few months.

Anyone else doing this or anything similar? Would be nice to speak to someone else doing the same..

x]]> http://www.bug.co.uk/forums/discussion/4243/backpackers-travel-to-south-africa-invited Thu, 21 Dec 2006 07:57:44 -0500 xumeidongfang 4243@/forums/discussions
MSN:xumeidongfang@hotmail.com
ICQ:133566916]]> http://www.bug.co.uk/forums/discussion/4453/drive-south-africa-coast Wed, 13 Jun 2007 10:20:59 -0400 Richygibbon 4453@/forums/discussions Very last minute i know but worth a try!
I'm flying to Joburg next Thursday (June 21st) and intend to hire a car and drive round the coast, maybe into Kruger too, down to Cape Town and a bit beyond over 3/4 weeks. No plans yet, just spontaneous stop where we want, see what we want, go where we want travel.
Anyone want to share costs with me please get in touch.

I'm a 24 year old guy, got time off between changing jobs and thought this would be a good way to use it.
Hope to hear from someone!

Rich :-)]]> http://www.bug.co.uk/forums/discussion/3290/south-africa-trip-on-from-29-th-december-04-to-18-january-05 Wed, 18 Aug 2004 13:21:00 -0400 musicismylife 3290@/forums/discussions Musicismylife]]> http://www.bug.co.uk/forums/discussion/4455/botswana-namibia-sa-21-days-1899 Thu, 14 Jun 2007 07:52:04 -0400 dzstudios 4455@/forums/discussions please take a look at our trip that is departing in october 07.
www.namibiandreams.blogspot.com
we have 1 4x4 (4 people) booked and another 2 people wanting to go.
we need another 2 to make the second car happen.
price is £1899 pounds all in, food, fuel, all lodges, game parks, entries & return UK flights.

my wife is namibian and speaks the lingo of all areas.
i can promis you that this will NOT be your normal safari.
contact us if your interested [EMAIL="tom@d-z.co.uk"]tom@d-z.co.uk[/EMAIL]

also, if we fill the second 4x4 we can start a third or fourth :)
cheers
Tom]]> http://www.bug.co.uk/forums/discussion/4416/south-africa-march-08 Sun, 13 May 2007 18:07:27 -0400 Hedgiewoo 4416@/forums/discussions http://www.bug.co.uk/forums/discussion/4763/any-more-for-namibia Mon, 24 Mar 2008 15:56:27 -0400 xplorer 4763@/forums/discussions Kaolkoland) in June 2008. Seats 2 and 3 in one of the vehicles available and one roof tent. Not a tour company but private adventure. Link is information only. Fully equipped including sat nav and sat phone. Experienced guide. Cost: Your own airfare, contribution to food and drink for main tour of two weeks. A further week in Swakopmund is optional but a little more expensive. If interested, then holler. This is a non profit offer and would cost 100/200 Euro per week, depending on how frugal you want to be!]]> http://www.bug.co.uk/forums/discussion/5286/rtw-trip-feb-2011 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 00:47:01 -0400 nikki_xx 5286@/forums/discussions
So I don't have any set plan or anything, but I was thinking about heading over to Rio for the Carnival then working my way up to the USA to work and travel for a while. Maybe do a roadtrip or something. Then over to Aus and NZ and work there for a while. I would like to spend Christmas over there. From there over to Asia, and then Africa. I would love to do Europe too if the funds hold out. I am looking to do this on a budget so plan to stay in hostels, camping and use Couchsurfing. I am totally open to any places and experiences. Looking to combine volunteer work, paid work and travels.

Me - I am a 22 year old female and in my last year of Uni so I graduate in the Summer as a teacher. I am pretty easy going so get on with most people. I really want to just have a great time and make some memories. I am open to any opportunities, parties, trekking, extreme sports, etc. I want to do things that I wouldn't normally do everyday!

Anyway sorry about the huuuge essay I have just written! If anyones intereted get in touch and we can discuss it further.

Nikki]]> http://www.bug.co.uk/forums/discussion/5192/gambia-from-the-u.k-235-14nights-accom-and-flights Wed, 11 Mar 2009 13:31:58 -0400 Marcus.odubhlaoich 5192@/forums/discussions
here is the details


Hotel Badala Park
Gambia (Banjul), Kotu BeachAverage per person£235.00Total holiday price£470.00
Holiday details Holiday provided by: Sunset
Duration: 14 nights
Board Basis: Bed & breakfast
Star Rating: 1*
Child age limit: 12
Official Rating: NA
Customer Rating:

Accommodation Description


Introduction
The simply-styled Badala Park Hotel comprises eleven low-rise buildings surrounded by dense, tropical gardens. This property offers a friendly, welcoming atmosphere and is ideal for the budget conscious traveller.
Location
Approx 350m from the golden sands of Kotu Beach
700m to supermarkets and an ethnic market
Facilities
Large swimming pool; sun terrace; free sunloungers; poolside bar service
Chinese and Indian a la carte restaurant; breakfast restaurant; Indian restaurant; lounge area; two bars
Internet facilities; 24hr reception
Gift shop
Activities
Table tennis; darts
Massage
Regular evening entertainment
Rooms
Simple-style rooms have a double or twin beds (plus 2 rollaway beds if required), shower room and balcony or terrace. Electric fans are available free of charge. Fridges and safety deposit boxes are available to hire, subject to local charge. Prices are based on 2 adults sharing on Bed and Breakfast. Breakfast is continental style. A limited number of rooms are available with air conditioning (on request, payable locally). Single rooms are also available.]]> http://www.bug.co.uk/forums/discussion/4546/creat-your-own-safari Wed, 05 Sep 2007 16:55:35 -0400 verbeck 4546@/forums/discussions Create your own Safari

[B]Hey guys,

I’ve just come back from a tour of Tanzania and Zanzibar which was fabulous. I used a good tour company which were really helpful and efficient. I would like to recommend their site as I had quite a bit of fun creating my own tour which only added to the excitement of going on safari. Their site is: [/B]www.discovertanzania.org]]> http://www.bug.co.uk/forums/discussion/4288/south-africa-in-february-2007 Thu, 25 Jan 2007 15:20:15 -0500 julia318 4288@/forums/discussions I am female, 39, working for an IT company in Germany.
Julia]]> http://www.bug.co.uk/forums/discussion/4272/want-to-get-off-the-beaten-track-in-africa Tue, 16 Jan 2007 14:24:05 -0500 Iansafricanadventure 4272@/forums/discussions I am looking for 2-3 people to travel with.

Anyone interested please contact me

Ian]]>