This post is a little off topic for my travel blog, however I feel that if you travel to many places, you will have definitely encountered a hospital visit or two. It is important for me to explain what is actually happening in many hospitals in Africa and especially in northern Ghana, travel is […]
Tag Archives: travel writing
July
24
Africa’s Alternative To Western Medicine
posted by hazel vint
We have all heard about the Traditional Healer, the Witchdoctor and the Shaman, but what do they really believe or practice on millions of African patients every day? Granted a few hours and some questions doesn’t give you a proper insight into what REALLY goes on, but at least I have scratched the surface […]
June
20
Walking with lions? Mana Pools, Zimbabwe
posted by hazel vint
The world heritage site, Mana Pools National Park in Northern Zimbabwe, is the only place in Southern Africa where it actually encourages the public to get out of their vehicles and walk around with no guide……… These are the other photos that go along my article that was published by “Life As A Human”. I […]
March
03
Hong Kong
posted by hazel vint
Hong Kong is a vibrant city, full of hustle and bustle. There are countless jewellery shops, fast food chains and most interestingly Chinese medical stores. Walking into one of the many Chinese medicine stores will baffle you with the items of unknown dried products on offer. Asking about these weird items only leaves you with […]
September
13
Samburu County and the Camel Derby at Maralal
posted by hazel vint
Ever thought you could enter a camel race and win $230 and to top it off watch a marriage ceremony of the Samburu people? Maralal, in the Samburu county of Kenya, was named so for the shiny tin roofs of the White settlers. Picture a charming little town of many shops, hotels, restaurants and […]
BAKE
Lone Landloping Lady 