Getting organised - kind of

First thing to do, apart from calling my friends and scream of excitement, was to clarify when I could take my annual leave.

Many factors to consider, climate in Tanzania, peak season or not, co-workers annual leave, and time for preparations.

September/October felt right in all aspects, so a request for leave was sent in, and confirmed!(with a little bit of flexibility though, for juggling of flights)

In this stage I also made a mental note to myself that I needed to look up VISA, vaccinations, and all sorts of arrangements.

I was relieved when I recieved a mail from Tulia in Ilula, saying that once my dates are confirmed she would help me to arrange transport from the airport, accomodation in Dar, and book the bus ticket for me. A great help, that I really apreciate!

Next on my list was to convince Fiona to to teach me Swahili, wich she gladly accepted to do!