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Aug 3, 2010

Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania

As we sit here in a restaurant in central Dar es Salaam, the bustle feels familiar yet we've never been here before. In front of me is a huge BBQ where a small local man in a blue gown is sprinkling the smoking pieces of red chicken with even more spices. To his left another tends the second grill where he turns skewers of beef between waf…

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If you know us then welcome to this, the latest update on our 12 month escape from work... If you don't know us, it's amazing the rubbish that Google comes up with isn't it?

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Aug 3, 2010

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

As we sit here in a restaurant in central Dar es Salaam, the bustle feels familiar yet we've never been here before. In front of me is a huge BBQ where a small local man in a blue gown is spri…

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Oct 23, 2010

The Serengetti, Tanzania

Safari

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Jul 12, 2010

Zanzibar, Tanzania

I'd firstly like to thank myself for the good work. Then, I'd like to thank Eleanor without whose support this would not have been possible. Then my friends, family and anyone else that's help…

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Jul 7, 2010

Zanzibar, Tanzania

Woah...every bus to Dar es Salaam that went by Mwanga was full. Well, that doesn't matter when the locals decide to charge you twice the real price and use some of the profit to bribe the firs…

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Jun 29, 2010

The Serengetti - An actual safari this time!, Tanzania

Any good safari should have a four wheel drive, an English speaking guide (after all, if it isn't in English it isn't worth hearing) and lots of animals with claws. Point 1 - Check! Point 2 Ch…

Sophia Wow! Amazing story and written so well that my husband and I felt as if we were there! We wanted to hear more. If you don’t write for a living, you may want to consider it!

Nov 20, 2018 re: Utila, Honduras

Michael dick It was just to let you know that I got the Windows done in st monans last week next time I do them it will be due for payment

Jul 14, 2016 on the message board

Eliut Amazing, I love how descriptive you are! It makes me want to go too. Utila Amazing!

Nov 13, 2012 re: Utila, Honduras

Sharon and Brendan We also spent 8 weeks in lovely Usangi. Yes, what a great place. We have just heard that Mama Halima did not pay the rent so the local NGO has been evicted from their local office (which we spent 2 days decorating). We miss the kids and the Ishmaelis.

Oct 17, 2010 re: Goodbye Usangi, Tanzania

Mum and Dad H Got a lot of reading to do to catch up on your blogs! Loved the Honduras photos. Seen you a couple of times before and after Tanzania which has been a treat to catch up. You are diving again now in Zanzibar after the animal experiences of the safari. Can't believe the trip is coming to the end. Gone too quickly for you we are sure.

Jun 30, 2010 on the message board

Sam Witney Great write up sir. I captured the experience in a rather more inane way. Hope you're enjoying the last few weeks! http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=10150154827270150&saved

May 18, 2010 re: Tacuarembo, Uruguay

Ben Perry Ahh Utila... swimming with dolphins, cinammon rolls, rum and cokes on the sunset dock (I missed the whale shark tho you jammy b*****s!) Just caught up on the blog on a mid-morning break from work and reliving S America through it. Brilliant.

May 13, 2010 re: Utila, Honduras

Mum We had a great time with you both in Florida. Thanks for making the big diversion to see us. It was the 'icing on the cake' of our holiday! Great quality time and nice n'relaxed. PS You didn't mention Ian's big catch that was scooped up by a pelican back at the quay!

May 7, 2010 re: Naples, Florida

Rob and Trish Loved reading about the New Zealand experiences on this dull and grey day. You really made it come alive. Rather you than me with the hang gliding but it sounded so exciting. Keep the tales coming!

Mar 12, 2010 on the message board

Rach Els - brilliant blog...thanks! Sounds like you had a great time in Oz....must have been the company! ;-) xx

Mar 3, 2010 re: Perth, Western Australia

Mum and Dad H Loved the New Zealand photos. Told Ian and Sue, who you met there, to have a look too. XXXXX

Feb 23, 2010 on the message board

Beth Hi hope you are both having lots of fun still? The new photos are really good! Keep having lots of fun!!! Love your little sister xxxx

Jan 31, 2010 on the message board

Lizzie Powell Aaaah happy new year! Hope you are still having an incred time and lots of sunshine! It's finally stopped snowing here - woohoo!!! Lizzie xx

Jan 18, 2010 on the message board

[email protected] Need some more blog! Stop having fun in Australia, Fiji and now New Zealand. Much love and Happy New Year Mum and Dad H XXX

Jan 7, 2010 on the message board

Kelly M Happy New Year! Hope your still having a fantastic time xx

Jan 4, 2010 on the message board

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