Jewel of the Indian Ocean

Jewel of the Indian Ocean

And so I begin to describe something that transcends words. I do not think anyone predicted what a magical experience this tour would be. Hats off to Cynthia and Larry for discovering such kind and inspirational, yet slightly crazy Sri Lankans. And then, accommodating us all through periods of various emotions, heartbreak, uncontrollable laughter and episodes of bad dancing during […]

Gorilla Tourism – New Hope for Africa’s Gorillas

Gorilla Tourism – New Hope for Africa’s Gorillas

There are four subspecies of gorillas living in east and central Africa rain forests. These include the mountain gorilla, the eastern and western lowland gorillas, and the cross river gorillas. The gorillas share 95% of their DNA with humans hence have become the prime tourist attraction in Africa drawing a significant number of tourists. Mountain gorillas being the largest of […]

A journey to Sri Lanka

Written by  Shyama Fuad                                                                                                                             I recall leaving Sri Lanka and my family of origin on 22 May. Ironically, this was Republic day in Sri Lanka when Sri Lanka got its independence from British rule.  It was a tearful one, as I was embarking on a journey to start a new chapter of my life in a land where I knew […]