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Do you wonder what it’s like in Malawi? Not just while having a great travel experience here, but also what daily life looks like? Then you’ll definitely enjoy our blogs.
We’ll tell you different stories about our life in the Warm Heart of Africa. From surviving the pandemic to dealing with corruption, and from meeting special people to funny, as well as embarrassing cultural differences. We share our tips and advice, but are most of all looking forward to letting you experience everything yourself in Malawi!
Of course, we also write about all the amazing places we can show you here. And did you know we started an additional blog series about the wildlife you could spot on safari?
Please tell us about your specific questions or any subjects you still miss. Perhaps soon we’ll write a blog especially for you!
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Discover amazing African birds in Malawi!
Do you like nature? And birds in particular? Then a trip to Africa must be on your bucket list. And if you want to do it right, you’ll definitely come to Malawi. With over 650 bird species and a wide variety of breath-taking...
Discover 10 lessons from our 10 years in Africa
When in July 2013, we as youngsters, went to Africa for a "temporary" summer job, we could never have imagined that we would still be living here 10 years later. And work too, because building your own company brings completely...
Home is where the Warm Heart is – a thank you
The moment we drove across the border into Malawi, we knew: this is home. The six years before that, we thought we felt at home in South Africa. We definitely had an amazing time there, with so many invaluable experiences. We’re...
How do we contribute to a sustainable Future For Malawi?
Malawi is an amazing country for a unique Africa experience. During your trip you will meet awesome people, enjoy spectacular views and come face to face with large and small wildlife on safari. But unfortunately, it’s not all...
Fall in love with Malawi, the Warm Heart of Africa
Malawi is affectionately called the Warm Heart of Africa. The people here are friendly and welcoming. The sun shines every day, so you get more than enough vitamin D. But what makes Malawi really special is that your own heart...
Going on an Africa trip, what can you experience in Malawi?
Emma has wanted to go on an Africa trip for years. She watches many documentaries about the continent and is fascinated by the great variety of cultures. She likes to get to know people and she thinks it would be fantastic to...
When is the best time to visit Malawi?
Many people ask about the best time to visit Malawi. That makes sense, because you don't want to be bothered by the weather during your holiday. Especially Dutch people like to talk about this subject endlessly… Everyone has...
7 reasons to stay away from Malawi
Have you decided to book a holiday to Malawi? Do you feel inspired by our website and the photos on our social media? Then think again if this is going to be the dream trip you hope for. In this blog you read all the reasons why...
15 facts about Malawi, from explorers to a power woman
There are different types of travellers. You got people who go on holiday and only get off their beach towel to get sunscreen or a cocktail. And you got people who really want to experience a country. Who want to get to know the...
The Big 5 reasons to travel to Malawi
Everyone has their own reasons to travel to Africa. We believe that this relatively small and unknown country offers it all. The people in Malawi are super friendly and hospitable. This country has the third largest lake in...
Food in Malawi, taste the experience!
We often get questions about the food in Malawi. Can I taste a traditional meal? Is it spicy? Doesn't it make you sick? Which products are used? Can I eat vegetarian food in Malawi? In this blog you’ll get all the answers! By...
Drink Malawi coffee to protect the rainforest
Did you know that we are kind of addicted to Malawi coffee? Not just because it’s local, but also because the quality is fantastic. We hope it will soon be mentioned among famous coffee countries, such as Ethiopia and Colombia....