Adventures in Africa
Intense gooseberry, green peppers and fig aromas.
Published Friday, January 20, 2006 by orange you glad | E-mail this post
There was some confusion over my tour. Apparently it is not starting until Sunday. Not what the instructions sent to me said, but I guess things change. Too bad I went a day early today for a meeting with my group only to find I wasted cab fare for nothing. But it all worked itself out. And now I have an extra day in Cape Town. What to do tomorrow?
Today I spent my time riding around in a minivan with a bunch of Americans, Aussies, and Brits to 3 different wine regions for tastings and tours. We also got to try different cheeses and chocolates and go swimming. A nice day. And great wines. So cheap too! I wish I wasn't going backpacking for the next 4 weeks, otherwise I would have bought a bunch.
The wineries we went to (in case any connoisseurs (DAD) are interested)... Fairview (also home to Goats do Roam and Agostinelli and Spice Route), Villiera, and one in Stellenboesch that I lost the sheet for.
The power in Cape Town was out upon our return and after I found out that I didn't have to meet up with my group tonight I was going to walk home and just write in my journal by candlelight but then the power came back on. So I went and watched another film. Walk the Line. WOW I loved that one too! So good. Great music. I'm glad I got to see it. I like watching movies every night. I'm not a hermit - I just like movies...
Today I spent my time riding around in a minivan with a bunch of Americans, Aussies, and Brits to 3 different wine regions for tastings and tours. We also got to try different cheeses and chocolates and go swimming. A nice day. And great wines. So cheap too! I wish I wasn't going backpacking for the next 4 weeks, otherwise I would have bought a bunch.
The wineries we went to (in case any connoisseurs (DAD) are interested)... Fairview (also home to Goats do Roam and Agostinelli and Spice Route), Villiera, and one in Stellenboesch that I lost the sheet for.
The power in Cape Town was out upon our return and after I found out that I didn't have to meet up with my group tonight I was going to walk home and just write in my journal by candlelight but then the power came back on. So I went and watched another film. Walk the Line. WOW I loved that one too! So good. Great music. I'm glad I got to see it. I like watching movies every night. I'm not a hermit - I just like movies...
hey! I just caught up with your last postings. Sounds like you're still having a fabulous time! I watched The Constant Gardener last night and thought it was very good as well...and sad too. Enjoy the rest of your trip ;)
Kat, here's another movie I think you'll really love. The movie is "Nowhere in Africa". Its based on a true story and takes place mostly in Kenya circa WWII.
Hi Kat!
I´m a Spanish boy, who are a bit worried and need your help. My girldfriend Inma is going to travel to Kenia as a volunteer in a Bungoma association. I have read that you have been in the Bungoma district and in the Bungoma Area.
Please ¿Could you reply us a mail with useful information about Bungoma and Kenia in General?
It´s Bungoma a safe place?
Are mosquito dangerous?
Are Matatus trips safe for tourists?
Please We hope your help. My mail is gruizu@gmail.com