After months of planning, researching routes, buying equipment, checking the vehicle, studying border crossings and generally trying to think of everything that could possibly go…
Botswana & Namibia Food Rules for Overlanders — Updated August 2026
One of the surprisingly complicated parts of planning Travels with Tau has nothing to do with…
There is a strange part of preparing for a big overland journey that nobody really talks about.
The lull before you leave.
When I first…
A Practical Overlanding Guide for Zambia, Botswana, Namibia and South Africa
Travel is one of those things almost all of us love in one way…
In a few weeks, I begin Travels With Tau and I will leave Lusaka and head south on an overland journey through Botswana, Namibia and…
The Gear You Hope Never to Use
Overlanding tools and recovery gear are essential items we take with us into remote areas hoping we never…
What is involved when planning an overland trip through Africa?
There are many important considerations, including your route, daily distances, road conditions, accommodation, fuel availability,…
After a near-drowning accident, an eight-year-old girl was expected to remain dependent on a wheelchair. This is the story of why I questioned that assumption,…
Over the past two decades, I have had the privilege of meeting thousands of patients. Every consultation has taught me something—not only about pain, movement,…
Ancient healing traditions may not have had modern imaging, blood tests or surgical technology, but many of them understood something that modern healthcare often overlooks:…
Many people think of a chiropractic adjustment as a simple “click” or “crack” in the spine.To the outside observer, it may appear to be nothing…
If you are a runner, cyclist, gym-goer, or someone simply trying to improve fitness, understanding the ANS can completely change the way you think about…
Many runners spend hours thinking about training plans, running shoes, nutrition, hydration, and race strategies. Yet surprisingly few understand what is actually happening inside their…
Most people think stress is simply an emotion or a feeling of being overwhelmed. In reality, stress is much more than that. Stress is a…
Our immune systems work hard throughout the winter months, but they can only function optimally when the body receives the nutrients it needs. Unfortunately, modern…
Neck tension is a common problem for office workers. Long hours at a desk, poor posture, stress, and looking down at a laptop or phone…
Running is one of the simplest and most effective ways to stay fit. It improves heart health, supports weight control, reduces stress, and helps build…
Back pain is a common issue that affects many people in Lusaka, making daily activities challenging. Whether it stems from poor posture, muscle strain, or…
