Two Travelaholics

Two people on a quest to explore the world

Tara Shubbuck

Tara scouts the world through the lens of her camera for the tastiest food, chubbiest pugs, and unforgettable scenery. Her favorite aspect of travel is the freedom to choose your own adventure. There’s always more to discover on both the beaten and less-traveled paths, and Tara seeks every opportunity to bring the best of both to you. Explore her other posts for a taste of destinations and memorable experiences around the world. She is co-author of Create Your Escape: A Practical Guide for Planning Long-Term Travel, which teaches other travelaholics how to prepare for long-term travel. Check it out at http://createyourescape.today

Indian Cooking: Masala Chai Recipe

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Mike and I left Africa almost two weeks ago and have been putzing around India ever since. There’s so much we still want to write about Africa, but we haven’t had the time to sit down and get it all out. If you see alternating posts about Africa and India, it’s just because we’re a Read Post

Overlanding Africa: Thoughts in the Desert

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I feel different in Africa. Inside I smile constantly, discreetly like I haven’t gotten over the feeling of being excited about a moment. It’s the happiness you feel in your stomach that radiates upward and nearly forces a smile across your face. But I keep it trapped inside because it feels more tangible that way. Read Post

Obtaining Visas While Abroad

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It’s strange to admit now, but the number one thing I was worried about before leaving the States is how we were going to obtain visas abroad. The first time I ever needed a visa, I forgot to get it. That was in 2009 when Mike and I went to Australia. We called Jackie, my Read Post

How to Get an Indian Visa in Johannesburg

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Please note that this process is specific to the Indian High Commission in Johannesburg and for American citizens, though much of this information may also be applicable to other nationalities. For travelers like us, one of the biggest perks to living in Washington, DC, is the myriad embassies and consulates at your fingertips. We saved Read Post

How to Get a Tanzania Visa in Pretoria

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Please note that this process is specific to the Tanzania High Commission in Pretoria and for American citizens, though much of this information may also be applicable to other nationalities. Our original plan was to fly into Tanzania and start our overland from there, heading south. The perk of flying into Tanzania is that you Read Post