Thundering Plains & Dusty Tusks: Kenya's Masai Mara and Amboseli
Summer is my favorite time of the year to travel. Why? It's usually when the African adventures resume. While I've traveled to Northern Africa recently, I haven't been on a safari since 2022, which means I was long overdue! Finally, this summer it was time to return to where I feel the most alive. It was time to return to my favorite continent. It was time to return to Kenya, for my fourth visit to this incredible country. From the culture and people to the landscapes and wildlife, Kenya has long been a favorite destination of mine. The trip initially started a little rocky. On our first flight, the plane jerked super hard and the pilot came on the intercom. He said we caught turbulence from a passing aircraft and with ATC’s help we will “try to steer clear”. We were left wondering what that even meant, with no additional explanation given. Of course there was also a kid screaming the entire time. The transfer in Heathrow was like running a marathon—long walks coupled wi...