Africa

Everywhere hailed as a masterpiece of historical adventure, this enthralling narrative recounts the experiences of twelve American sailors who were shipwrecked off the coast of Africa in 1815, captured by desert nomads, sold into slavery, and subjected to a hellish two-month journey through the bone-dry heart of the Sahara. The ordeal of these men – who found themselves tested by ...

A Stand-Up Comedian’s Middle East Travel Journal. Jeffrey Simon, stand-up comedian and insurance salesman, hated what he was doing, and despised what his job was doing to him. When his wife walked into his office and said, “Let’s sell all our things and go live on a Kibbutz for awhile,” he didn’t even flinch. Here’s the story of how Jeffrey Simon goes from a ...

Cape Town was one of the first cities to be established in South Africa, earning it the nickname of ‘The Mother City’. It is perched on the Southern tip of Africa, and is widely regarded to be one of the most beautiful cities on earth. Its blue seas, beaches and spectacular scenery make it a haven for tourists and residents alike. There are many attractions and places to see, and ...

