Angela, Author at TinyTeddyTravels

Dark Tourism

Chernobyl and the once thriving community of Pripyat. (Ukraine)

November 29, 2019 Angela

A brief history Pripyat was a model Soviet town and even had an “A” status normally only afforded to country capitals like Kiev. Moscow or Minsk. This meant that the residents enjoyed a higher standard of living and this became […]

Angietravels - Africa

Gorilla trekking – But not in the mist.

November 22, 2019 Angela

Actually it was a lovely day when I did my gorilla trek. I chose to do it in Uganda but you can also do it in Rwanda and Congo (not always recommended due to safety). These are the only three […]

Angietravels - Africa

Dian Fossey grave trek – Boots in the mud.

November 21, 2019 Angela

Firstly you cannot do this without a guide as the grave is in the mountains and its no easy trek. Secondly its possible to encounter wild animal including elephants. and if you are lucky even gorillas on route. We only […]

Angietravels - Asia

Ritchie the Orangutan – what a dude!

November 16, 2019 Angela

I met Ritchie at the Semenggoh OrangUtan Rehabilitation center. It was not a foregone conclusion as the orangutans, who have feeding stations in the park do not always come to feed. In fact the rangers consider this a good thing as it […]

Angietravels - Australia

Kangaroo sanctuary, Alice springs – Ode to Roger

November 16, 2019 Angela

If you did nothing else in Australia except visiting this sanctuary then you will have had a very special experience. Established in 2005 by Broiga (Chirs Barnes) and set in 188 acres, the sanctuary houses and protects both adult kangaroos […]