Each month, you’ll get travel tips, destination inspo, and the first deets on where I’ve been lately.
September Updates from The Scribs and Nibs
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Hey Reader, September is typically the time of changing seasons, whether it's from summer to fall in the US or from spring to summer in South Africa. But here in Rwanda, the temperature stays fairly consistent year-round. The main difference is between the rainy and dry seasons, though honestly, I’ve barely noticed it—aside from drier trees. There are two rainy seasons in Rwanda. And by "rainy season," I mean that the rain lasts an hour or two in the middle of the day. It's not a full-on monsoon. There is a "Long Rainy Season" from mid-February to May and a "Short Rainy Season" from mid-September to mid-December. As we enter mid-September, I'll find out if the temperature changes more... Weather aside... We've been spending a lot of time exploring Kigali's food scene over the past month. From Sudanese falafel to authentic pasta from an Italian chef, Kigali has so many options. Every time we meet someone new, I ask them about their favorite restaurants and get even more recommendations! I've written up my guides for New Zealand from our July trip! I’ve got the best of what to do in Auckland, from ferry rides to Waiheke Island and iconic filming locations like Hobbiton and Cathedral Cove, to city adventures. You can also download my offline guide with all the Google Map pins and Itinerary suggestions. Before getting into the Samoa, Vanuatu, and Fiji guides... I've finally caught up with writing up all our Colombia adventures from December (eek, embarassingggg that it took so long). If you're thinking of Christmas adventure plans, then I recommend Colombia. Check out our full 10-night itinerary and download the offline guide with Google Maps pins and daily directions to make your trip planning easier. 2025 Vacation Cheat SheetPlan out the rest of the year's vacays with suggestions by month!
This post may contain affiliate links US Getaway: Martha’s Vineyard – Right off the coast of Massachusetts, the island is beautiful and has plenty of activities. Adventure Destination: Peru – From Machu Picchu to the Amazon Jungle, you can do it all in two weeks. African Getaway: Gabon – Ideal for visiting a hidden lake lodge and exploring Libreville. South Africa: Go on safari in Kuname (around Joburg) or Gondwana (around Cape Town). Both are about 4 hours away from town and offer a luxury experience perfect for a wildlife getaway. Check out all my safari tips. US Getaway: Head to Richmond for the weekend for unique eats, Tudor houses, and rooftop views! European Getaway: Germany – Visit for Oktoberfest and Black Forest towns like Freiburg and Titisee. African Getaway: Rwanda – Visit Rwanda’s primates, go on safari, and take an epic bike ride. Check out all my posts on what to do while in Rwanda. South Africa: This is peak season for the jacarandas in Johannesburg, one of my favorite times of the year. I've got all the Google Map pins for the best locations. Master planner? November is all about avoiding crowds in Greece while soaking up the flavors of Athens, or visiting Togo for an early-season adventure. In South Africa, explore the breathtaking Blyde River Canyon on a scenic road trip, and in the U.S., head out for a fall day at Stone Tower Winery in Virginia. What I like right now:1) I'm trying out some new hobbies! I started playing padel (which is new in Rwanda), and I'm trying out a 30-day watercolor flower challenge on YouTube. It's so much fun. This is what I'm doing, if you wanna do it too. Hot tip: watch the entire video first before you start painting so you have an idea of what's going on. 2) We recently got a car and can go on weekend trips now. Last weekend, we spent the night at Nena House BnB among the hills, about 2 hours outside of Kigali. It was so lovely and peaceful. Driving in Rwanda is a little insane, but not for the reasons you may think. There are SO MANY speed cameras around town. On the highways and in town, they snap a picture if you go 1km over the speed limit. You can keep up to date on what I'm up to on Instagram. Otherwise, see you next month! |
The Scribs and Nibs
Each month, you’ll get travel tips, destination inspo, and the first deets on where I’ve been lately.
Hey Reader, I'm excited to share that both the Fiji and Samoa guides are up on the blog! If you're thinking of a big trip for 2026, let the itineraries inspire you. Fiji was at the end of our Pacific trip after visiting Samoa and Vanuatu, and we decided to extend our travels to include it. Instead of opting for the typical deserted beach island escape, we were craving some local adventure. So, we took buses and rented a car to explore Viti Levu, the main island, and had an amazing time. The...
Hey Reader, I've been holding off on sending my October newsletter because I really wanted to let you know of some new guides. However, I got derailed with a busy conference week for work (which was very exciting as it was here in Kigali and I got to show my colleagues around). Their favorite places to go were Boho Lounge for the African Gastronomy menu and Repub Lounge. I also took them to the Abraham Konga Collection for shopping. Expect a Pacific guide to come out in the next month. This...
Hey Reader, Hope your summer has been full of adventure and good food! I had a crazy time in July (which is why there was no newsletter) and am excited to be back in Kigali for a while (at least that's the plan)... Tanzania Wilhelm and I started July with a trip to Kilimanjaro (just to look at it, not to hike it). We were a little unlucky and didn't manage to see Kilimanjaro because of cloudy weather until we were flying back to Kigali in the plane! The view from the plane haaaaa We had a...