Both this summer and last, I traveled to Africa with the primary intention of going on a safari. The main difference is where I went in Africa. In this article, I am reviewing Masai Mara, Kenya vs. Kruger, South Africa, to determine a better destination for a safari. Both destinations had pros and cons. Of course, they are quite some distance apart geographically, so … [Read more...] about Masai Mara, Kenya vs. Kruger, South Africa: Which is better?
Trip Reports
Booking 38 Hours in Business Class for $170
When booking my trip to Africa, I knew it would require a lot of flying, with at least one or two connections in each direction. Frequent readers of Nonstop Points know that while I am truly happy flying in economy, on long flights like this, I will try my luck at sitting in business class for sleep and comfort. This article is about booking 38 hours in business class for $170 … [Read more...] about Booking 38 Hours in Business Class for $170
Exploring Tanzania: My Thoughts on Zanzibar
When I landed in Zanzibar, I did not know what to expect. It has an exciting mix of cultures from multiple years of colonization dating back to the Oman Empire times before Europe came into the picture. My thoughts on Zanzibar are a holistic view of my experience while visiting this Tanzanian island. From sitting by the ocean and flying my drone to going on a spice … [Read more...] about Exploring Tanzania: My Thoughts on Zanzibar
No Compensation for an Involuntary Business Class Downgrade?!?
Flying to Africa for my East African adventure did not start off too well. Between the delay and subsequent downgrade that I covered in my most recent article, getting to Nairobi was a comedy of errors. Despite this issue, I received no compensation for an involuntary business class downgrade. This article is more of a question: how should I go about receiving compensation … [Read more...] about No Compensation for an Involuntary Business Class Downgrade?!?
My Comically Bad Luck Flying to Africa
My recent trip to Africa started off on a bad note. I know travel this summer was going to be a challenge, but I did not realize how comically bad my luck flying to Africa would be. My plan was to fly from Washington D.C. to Nairobi, Kenya via Lagos and Addis Ababa. I booked this ticket due to the low fuel surcharges and availability at time of booking. It would allow me to … [Read more...] about My Comically Bad Luck Flying to Africa
