by Matthew Allison | Nov 6, 2019 | Africa
First Impressions of Guinea November 2019 – Into the Unknown Before this trip, Guinea was a country I knew almost nothing about. I had never met anyone from there—nor had I encountered a fellow traveler who had been. It was a blank spot on the map for me, which only...
by Matthew Allison | Nov 2, 2019 | Africa
Exploring Ghana’s Lesser-Known Slave History: A Journey to Apam November 2019: With just two days in Ghana, I wanted to delve into the country’s harrowing past and visit some of its slave castles—remnants of a dark chapter in both European and African history. As one...
by Matthew Allison | Nov 1, 2019 | Africa
Into the Rainforest of Côte d’Ivoire November 2019 – Seeking the Wildest Corner With only five days to spare in Côte d’Ivoire, I wanted to spend my time in the wildest, most ecologically significant corner of the country—Taï National Park. This UNESCO World Heritage...
by Matthew Allison | Oct 30, 2019 | Africa, Mexico, North America
Cage Diving with Sharks in Guadalupe Island, Mexico & South Africa Swimming with sharks has been a bucket list dream of mine ever since I saw Jaws as a kid. Rather than fear, Jaws sparked a deep admiration in me for sharks. I’m drawn to what I think of as...
by Matthew Allison | Oct 1, 2019 | North America
Exploring the Desert Wonders of Utah Some of the Most Breathtaking Scenery in the USA Utah boasts some of the most dramatic and beautiful desert landscapes in North America. Over the years, I’ve made several trips through this state, each time discovering new corners...
