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I’ve just returned from a magical trip to Ile Sainte Marie, a small island off the North East coast of Madagascar. Previously it was a haven for pirates and now it’s a little piece of paradise for tourists; adventurous tourists at any rate.
Sainte Marie has a deserved reputation as an exotic holiday destination. [...]
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Today’s tale is a travelogue of an unusual trip from Diego to Sainte Marie, with my baby son Fred, my Mum (white Granny), Jean’s Mum (black Granny)
So, 3 women set out on the same journey with a collection of objectives.
To visit your birthplace and family
To meet new family
To indulge in relaxation
To see another part of [...]
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A big American warship is floating proudly in the bay. It is resting after carrying its athletic cargo of trainee marines across the seas. Meanwhile the sailors explore Diego, finding its arms (and legs) wide open.
The ship is an impressive sight, almost making the bay look smaller than it is. As I [...]
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Well, here I am. Back in Madagascar. Or should I say ‘Here we are’ because, for the first time, I come back to Madagascar as a package that includes Fred. How will I adapt to life here after 11 months away and now that I have the mindset of a new Mum
Flying [...]
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