Check the surf and conditions at "Berg," local slang for Muizenberg.  See if the waves are good today and learn more about surf culture in South Africa. Muizenberg is one of the best places in the world to learn to surf. 

Safari Sunday? Farmland wine-tasting Wednesday? And your date with an African Penguin... Does right now work? Of course you can always go chill with the surfers. Cape Town's game for it all.

Cape Town

Very interesting tour of a surf board workshop - I learnt a lot! Lovely walk along the beach to the very pretty beach huts - what a setting!

Thanks Kirsten, I really enjoyed this walk around 'Berg'

A very fun tour, exploring the surfing lifestyle. A big thanks to Kirsten for sharing this passion of surfing, feel inspired to learn now! 

Kirfara's tours are always fascinating and have a different twist to them.  He engages so well with his audience.

Kirsten's tours of Muizenberg are always so different! Lots of different places to go. Lots of different people to talk to. Today we met Buddy who was a lovely young man! Thanks for talking to him Kirsten! Enjoy the surf! 

Love that he have such a love for surfing.... 

A beautiful, informative and fun tour! Kirsten brings so much positive energy, this was a great way to start the day!!

Tour of Muizenberg east of Capetown. Visited surf shop & met 2 workers, also car park attendant who came from DRC Congo &Shark Spotters at work & the beach below mountains with surfers. Presenter had lots of local knowledge & is an excellent guide.

Fantastic, I hope you do another, I’d join again thank you 

Sun, surf and sand.  I'm not a surfer at all, but loved this exploration of Muizenberg surf culture.  So informative as we learn about making surf boards, where to take lessons and find the best hand-crafted boards.  Fascinating...

What a fun tour! Great to learn about the place surfing has in the hearts of people, from a dedicated surfer. Also lucky that Kirsten is a photographer, we have such beautiful postcards! Can't wait for more tours!

Absolutely love Kirsten’s tours.  I’m not one for the usual historical touristy tours, but love the way he wends history into what’s happening now, so you don’t even notice! Looking forward to more tours with Kirsten.

The opening rock pool and sea wave view to this tour was stunning and serene followed by interesting local building and area history. Not just surf, surf board and surfing which followed with beach huts and proved interesting to a non surfer.

It is boring to see the guide's face for at least half of the tour instead of seeing the environment. Also too much promo for the some shops that are owned by the guide's friends.

Very knowledgeable about surf culture! Enjoyed learning about the different types of surfboards, checking out the beach views, and learning more about the history of the country. 

Perfect way to start the day. Beautiful  beach & cool surfing places. Thanks Kirsten 

This was the most wonderful way to start my day. Kirsten is such a genuine person and that really shines through. This was my most favourite tour of Kirfana's. We met some lovely people along the way and I learnt so much from slavery to surf boards to sharks. It was totally wonderful and we had some great beach moments together, never change Kirfara :)

A really fun tour! Loved seeing the surf boards! I also loved seeing the beach huts! Thank you

Loved the laid back surfing tour. Trips through Kirfara's town, along back streets, stopping at points of interest and the amazing beach filled with surfers.  


Our favourite tour so far with Kirfara ... but actually they are all good!

So lovely to see your happy daughter today, instead of the grumpy version!! She'll soon be an expert in front of the camera! I love these 'action' trips, I'm not very into history etc!

Surf City 

Kirfara

After the Ottomans made Istanbul the capital of the empire, they built many bazaars in the heart of the city in order to turn the city into a trade center as well. In a traditional Turkish market system, certain sectors used to gather in certain places. Thus, every sector's stock market formed in there. And today, this system continues with only minor changes.

In this tour, we will visit the historical book market, the famous historical Grand Bazaar, Mahmutpaşa Street, where the local people shop for marriage preparations, and the Spice Bazaar where we will experience different tastes of the orient.

Historical Bazaars and Turkish Shopping Tradition

Description for the tour when held in January & February (due to Covid-19 related travel restrictions) -

1. The tour shall be conducted from Guide’s home.

2. The Guide shall be using audio - visual aids viz. music / slides from a laptop during the tour.

3. This shall be a history tour for Voyagers having keen interest in Indian History. Knowing that history from a foreign land can be difficult to grasp immediately, the Guide shall be narrating & explaining things slowly & might seem repetitive to some Voyagers.

4. The Guide shall be telling the story of the Mughal Emperors in chronological order. Therefore, Voyagers are advised to join the session punctually to fully understand the tour.

The MUGHAL EMPIRE ruled India for a little over three centuries. Although it ended almost 150 years ago, its legacy is still evident in various forms in India. The TAJ MAHAL was also built by the Mughals. Guests shall be told all about the MUGHAL EMPIRE in a simple but matchless style. The Guests shall also learn about the Mughal Emperor who -

♛ ...imprisoned his father to usurp the throne

♛ ... is regarded as the Lover Boy of Mughal Empire

♛ ...fell from the stairs & died

♛ ...constructed the Taj Mahal and why

♛ ...is regarded as one of the greatest 25 kings of all times

♛ ...demolished grandest Hindu Temple to build a Mosque

A not-to-miss tour for Voyagers who are interested in the best of Indian History.

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Description for the tour when held from March onwards (likely after Covid-19 related travel restrictions are lifted) -

Humayun’s Tomb is a sight to behold!

Finest of Mughal Architecture in Delhi, Humayun’s Tomb is the best place to listen to the story of the Mughal Dynasty. The Guide will take you through from 1526 upto 1857 – the entire period during which the Mughals ruled in India. The tour will be conducted from the magnificent lawns of Humayun's Tomb. During the tour, you’ll also learn about the Mughal Emperor who -

♛ ...imprisoned his father to usurp the throne

♛ ... is regarded as the Lover Boy of Mughal Empire

♛ ...fell from the stairs & died

♛ ...constructed the Taj Mahal and why

♛ ...is regarded as one of the greatest 25 kings of all times

♛ ...demolished grandest Hindu Temple to build a Mosque

A not-to-miss tour for Voyagers who are interested in the best of Indian History.

The tour shall be conducted through hand held Mobile phone as a Gimbal is not allowed in the premises of Humayun's Tomb.

The Story of the Mughals

"The cold never bothered me anyway"
Elsa “Frozen”

Ukrainians celebrate the feast of the Epiphany every year on January 19 by bathing in ice-cold lakes and rivers to celebrate the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan.
I will take you to the beach of a beautiful Venetian Island in Kyiv to show you how people dip themselves under the freezing water.
Why do they do this plunge?
Hundreds of people take a dip as a sign of their Christian faith.
We believe that on this day all water becomes holy and contains special powers.
The ritual is supposed to symbolically wash away peoples’ sins from the past year and provide spiritual rebirth. 
This Christian tradition is popular with believers and non-believers too, as a freezing ice bath is believed to be good for you. 
Orthodox priests will bless the water, and rescuers will be there to monitor the safety of the swimmers.
Join me to see how people who have enough health and courage, plunge themselves into the frigid waters of the mighty Dnieper River. 
According to the weather forecast, it’s going to be -5 C.


Plunging into Ice-Cold Water on Epiphany. Short tour.

Where would you go if you're curious? If you like to know.  If you want to see the real thing, the originals. If you have plenty of time. Alternatively, if you don't have enough time to see the whole area but you'd prefer to have the best in a nutshell. 
That is right, you'll go to the museum. Fashion has it lately that the only real traveler is the one who climbs mountains, runs with bears and sleeps in a tent. I say no real traveler is the one who never sets foot in the museum!
The Surprise Bulgarian Museum Tour is actually a family of tours. I will be visiting various museums in Bulgaria and you will be coming with me. I can promise you'll see "wonderful things", if you allow me to quote Howard Carter upon discovering King Tut's Tomb. And I can guarantee surprises, sometimes for you and me alike.

Surprise Bulgarian Museum Tour

In my new 'Bergen Shorties' series, I'll spend 15-20 minutes at specific locations around the city. The goal is to give a comprehensive overview of the location within a short amount of time. Maybe you haven't been able to see the spot on one of my longer tours!

There are two fortresses in Bergen: Sverresborg & Bergenhus. Both of them were built in the 12th century, though the latter has seen numerous expansions up until the 1940s. Bergen used to be the capital of Norway, and it was from here that the royal family lived along with the government. When Norway became part of Denmark, the palace was converted into a military fortress, which is still what it is today. 

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The 'Shorties' tours are designed to give short overviews of a location. The tour will always provide some insight into Bergen. It's also a great chance to say hi to one another and catch up!

Bergen Shorties: The Fortresses

This live-stream walking tour is a continuation of our exploration of Odessa, the “Pearl of the Black Sea”. We’ll stroll from beautiful Catherine square to the iconic National Opera and Ballet Theater to the Greek-style City Hall, uncovering the secrets of the city’s landmarks. We’ll finish at “the Duke”, one of the city’s symbols and a “must-visit” spot among both the city locals and travelers.

Why does the Pushkin statue stand with its back to the City Hall? What is the connection between Charles Darwin and Odessa’s historic quarter? What is the cannon from the British naval ship Tiger doing on a city’s central square? We’ll find out the answers to these questions and many more during an interactive quiz. 

Odessa boasts stunning architecture and we’ll soak it in during our stroll. An Odessa local, Olga will provide insights into the local lifestyle and traditions and put faces and events to the landmarks. Join her to explore the “Pearl of the Black Sea”.


Odessa - the Pearl of the Black Sea: City Walk with a Quiz (Part 2)

Poe Museum Programs Coordinator and regional stage actor Dean Knight will read from a rotating selection of Edgar Allan Poe's poetic works in the Enchanted Garden of the Poe Museum in Richmond, Virginia (USA).  

Enchanted Garden Poetry

Ever considered visiting Norway in January? Or maybe you wonder how people can live so far north during such a cold month? Join me on a new Heygo series where I’ll show you what life is like in the far north month by month. In January, the sun is barely seen, it’s often below freezing, there’s snow on the mountains, the streets are quiet, but I consider it one of the most peaceful and beautiful months of the year.
 
This tour will focus mostly on everyday life (plus a little history), but I’ll also give some travel tips if you want to come in January. I will show you relevant places and also explain relevant aspects of Norwegian culture and history.  

- Note: the first tour of the month takes place at the same time of day (3:30pm local time). The rest varies depending on my availability
- The first tour of the month will always be in Bergen, but the others may take place in other locations
- We will walk the same path in Bergen every time. The idea is to show you the changing of the seasons
- If you take postcards, we can compare at the end of the year how the seasons change :)

What is it like in Norway in January?

Perched on the north slope of the Acropolis hill, Anafiotika neighborhood is rightly Athens’ most famous hidden gem: a tranquil oasis in the bustling heart of the modern city, dressed in the blue-and-white colors of the Cycladic islands. 

Built in the mid-19th century by expert builders (mainly originated from the island of Anafi) who had been hired to construct the modern city and palace of the King Otto, this steep hillside turned to be their new housing area following the regional emblematic architectural style of their small Aegean islands of origin.
 
On this walk, let’s drift away from the noisy city centre and climb up to explore the narrow labyrinthine passageways, the tiny beautiful houses, the charming neighborhood cats lounging beneath the sun and the colorful climbing bougainvilleas; all of them distinctive features of Anafiotika’s image. Let’s admire the Aegean architecture of the Greek capital and gaze across the red roof tiles and the byzantine churches’ domes of downtown Athens and out to Mount Lycabettus.  

A walk at Anafiotika: a taste of Aegean in the heart of Athens

You will follow me, an experienced architect,  from your home in a relaxed walk in an open air museum of contemporary art:  the residential buildings of a historic suburb of Rome painted in 2015 by the inspiration of 20 international artists, unique works of exceptional dimensions!

You will have the opportunity to see this colourful neighborhood and enjoy unique colors and perspectives, unusual sights of the Eternal City of Rome.

Street Art Tour in an Open Air Museum

Come join me as we take a boat ride down the river Nile taking in the beautiful sunset and the incredible atmosphere. We will get to see the contrast from the busy city of Luxor to the rural areas.
Look out for the beautiful wildlife as well watching the sun go down what a way to end a day!

Sunset Boat Ride On The River Nile

Enjoy one of the treasures of Rome, an old Roman church called the Basilica Eudoxia. Discover the chains that according to tradition held Saint Peter when he was in Jail. Then just to the right corner you will discover a real masterpiece carved by the Divine Michelangelo: the Moses called by himself the big tragedy of his entire life. 

After the visit of this amazing church your guide will take you to see the remains of the ancient thermal baths, the ancient Roman district called la suburra and the Roman Forum in the distance.

Saint Peter in Chains; the Moses by Michelangelo and the Surrounding area

In 1660 there were two Restorations in England. Charles II, The Merry Monarch, had returned from exile in France, restored the Monarchy after years of Puritan rule, and then set about restoring Entertainment, Art and Culture to people’s lives. 
New Theatres were rebuilt, not on The South Bank, but in Covent Garden, and quite a few of the early buildings still stand!
Starting in the heart of The West End, come with me and we’ll take shortcuts down side alleys, take detours if we feel the urge, and get to the locations of some of the oldest Playhouses, those that first made this part of London… Theatreland. 

Having worked in The West End for 20+ years on and off stage, I'll definitely be sharing some of my stories too...

A Theatre-goer's Footsteps Part 1 - The First Theatres in The West End

When we talk about India, one of the things which India is really famous for is its flavorful and diverse food..Often we have misconceptions about Indian cooking and food like it is really time consuming and difficult, requires a lot of different ingredients, can't be done on your own and is very hot..
Through this tour, your host would be changing lot of perceptions about Indian cooking, India in general and you will be learning how to cook real authentic Indian food from your own home as you follow along step by step together where we make very famous KARAHI PANEER served with Paranthas. You can ask any questions about Indian customs, culture, cuisines or local Delhi life which I will be more than happy to answer.

Along with learning about India and its food, get ready to learn a little Hindi ( one of the most common languages in India).
Here are the ingredients..


INGREDIENTS FOR MAKING KADAI  PANEER/TOFU  
  
For making 250 gram of Cottage cheese/Tofu: 
· 2 chopped redonions 
· 4 tomatoes 
· Little ginger, and 1 green chilli 
· 1 Capsicum (Bellpepper) 
· Oil(any type) ( 1 to 2 tbsp) 
· Spices- Salt, Red Chilli Powder, Dry coriander powder, Turmeric Powder  Cumin seeds ( powder will also work), Garam Masala (if possible) 
· 2 tbsp Cream (optional) 
· Dry fenugreek leaves (optional) 
· Tofu/ Cottage cheese 
Kindly slice onions and capsicum before, cut cottage cheese/Tofu into cubes. We will make fresh tomato puree together, you just need an electric mixer.

For INDIAN BREAD, PARANTHA

Wheat Flour, oil and water

Your host for this tour, Komal would be there to spread the flavors and aromas of Indian food and spices into your kitchen and change your perceptions through her easy to follow recipes.

Indian Vegetarian Cooking Class- Delicious Paneer with Indian Bread

On this tour we will explore the riverside area of Porto known as Ribeira - heart of the UNESCO world heritage site. 
Here arrived boats with goods of different colours and smells, making this the liveliest part of the city. Here mothers washed their clothes in the river while their children swam in it. Here lived and still do the original "portuenses". Let me explain to you why we are known as "tripeiros" (tripe eaters) and share with you few more of our peculiar yet delicious dishes.
If you want to understand the real Porto and its people you will not want to miss this tour. (Include sights as the XIV century customs building, "alminhas" - memorial of the french invasions, the Eiffel bridge - Maria Pia and many more).

Porto's River of Gold

Let´s practice some spanish this time at Jardín Botánico de Medellín !!
The Botanical Garden is not only a natural and peaceful park near downtown Medellín but also home to several other species like iguanas, ducks, ibises, monkeys, macaws, tortoises, and squirrels. I can't promise we'll get to see them all, but at least I can guarantee that it'll be a pleasant walk around tropical gardens and beautiful architecture while talking about our local flora.