Destination · Somalia

Somalia travel stories

Field-tested guides, slow-travel itineraries, and destination stories from Somalia.

Marka, Somalia: The Road to the Old Port

70 km southwest of Mogadishu, Marka’s 10th-century port is a working harbor, not a postcard. Here’s how to reach it and what to expect.

By Lars Eriksson·3 min read

Waajid · Somalia

Sustainable Tourism in Waajid, Somalia

Waajid offers a raw, unfiltered look at life in Bakool. Travel here means prioritizing safety, respecting local resilience, and supporting the community…

By James Okafor·5 min read

Asia’s Street Food Safari: A Springtime Feast for the Brave

Asian Street Food

Marka · Somalia

Asia’s Street Food Safari: A Springtime Feast for the Brave

Spring in Asia is a sensory explosion — cherry blossoms, monsoon rains, and the sizzle of street food grills. If you’re planning a trip this season, you’re i...

By Alan Jackson·5 min read