Tibet, the remote and mainly-Buddhist territory known as the “roof of the world”, is governed as an autonomous region of China. But the allegiances of many Tibetans lie with the exiled spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, seen by his followers as a living god, but by China as a separatist threat. However due to Chinese…
View MoreDuring our 4 years travelling around Africa, we explored The republic of South Africa 4 times, in 2 different expedition 4×4 motorhomes Period of travelling; 2010-2012 and 2015=2016 during this time we sold our Fuso 4×4 and purchased a larger truck the Mercedes Atego 4×4 The southernmost country on the African continent. Renowned for its…
View MoreThis is the last part of our 6-month Western USA trip. Covering Yosemite National Park, Death Valley, Las Vegas the entertainment city of the world and Lake Havasu. We flying home from Phoenix and returning back in March 2024, For some more exploring of Northern Mexico and the central and southern part of the…
View MoreUSA Part 14 Crossing from Utah into Nevada. Nevada is officially known as the “Silver State” because of the importance of silver to its history and economy. From Nevada we travelled back into California via the Sierra Nevada to Bodie and Mammoth Lakes.
View MoreUSA Part 13 This video Clip covers Bryce Canyon National Park, Scenic Byway 12, also known as “A Journey Through Time Scenic Byway”. Capitol Reef National Park, Grand Staircase Escalante Monument, Salt Lake City, Antelope Island and the beautiful Bonneville salt flats.
View MoreCovering more than 46000 square kilometres of desert landscape the 4-corner region is scenic and has many parts ready to be explored. This area known as the Navajo Nation is home to major attractions known worldwide, including Monument Valley, Lake Powell and Antelope Canyon, other points of interest are Horseshoe Bend, Valley of the Gods,…
View MoreUSA, PART 11, SOUTH WEST COLORADO As we entered southwest Colorado from the Canyonlands National Park in Utah, we noticed again the reddish rocks found in much of the state, particularly in the southwest, giving Colorado its name. The region’s history and people are as colourful as the landscape.
View MoreYosemite to Phoenix After a few nights in the foothills of the Eastern Sierra Nevada, close to the East Entrance of Yosemite National Park, it was time to explore this park. It is well over 30 years since last time we visited this park. Yosemite National Park is a mix of huge Sequoia trees, towering…
View MoreUSA part 10 Canyonlands National Park The park is divided into four districts: the Island in the Sky, the Needles, the Maze, and the combined Green and Colorado rivers. The Needles area is suited for those who love to go OFF ROAD, driving the rugged, remote trails within the park. 80% of all visitors only…
View MoreWINNAMUCCA to MAMMOTH LAKES After we left the Bonneville Salt Flats, we said goodbye to the amazing state of Utah and entered the State of Nevada. Winnamucca This town is promoted as the Friendliest town in Nevada. The area is pretty and has a vibrant cowboy culture. We explored some of the area and bush…
View More