May 1st, 2008
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When the principal attraction of a trip is looking at other people’s lives, there’s a fine line between human interest and human zoo.
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While much of Africa is best known for its stunning wildlife and superlative National Parks, Ethiopia’s main travel draws are scenic natural beauty and fascinating people.
Therefore, it seemed only natural that when our overland trip passed through Ethiopia, we took a detour to the Omo Valley, an area rich in colorful tribes.
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December 3rd, 2007
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I am often involved in discussions with people eager to share stories about their latest adventure of a lifetime. One question that I tend to ask is “Did you meet any locals?” Many people quickly throw out an excuse:
“I was with a guided tour and didn’t get a chance to meet anyone” or “I don’t speak their language” or “I was on the beach the whole time“.
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