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July 2026 was a come to Jesus moment for the tech market. While it s run up historical amounts in the three months prior, July was a reversion to the mean. The parabolic move in tech stocks is not healthy and we finally got the pullback that was needed, including an absolute destruction of Semis and [ ] The post July 2026 FIRE Portfolio Update: Tech Disaster appeared first on Johnny Africa .
Bratislava, the colorful capital of Slovakia, was one of the last European capitals for me to visit. In fact, Slovakia is my 100th country which is a huge milestone for me! After Slovakia, the only countries remaining in Europe for me to visit are Norway, Belarus, and Russia. Let’s be honest: most people only visit [ ] The post The Ultimate Bratislava Travel Guide: What to Do, Eat, and Know…
Famed for its mega herds of elephants and unrivalled views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli is one of Kenya s most popular safari destinations. In fact, in 2025 it beat Kenya s Maasai Mara for visitor numbers for the very first time! Amboseli s popularity is, in my opinion, extremely well-deserved. Elephants aside, you can find a diverse range [ ] The post Ultimate Safari Guide for Amboseli National…
I ve done a lot of hikes that people call life-changing. Most of them aren t. Everest Base Camp actually is, and not for the reason you d think. It s not the base camp itself, which is honestly just a cluster of rocks and prayer flags with no clear view of Everest. It s the twelve days of walking [ ] The post The Perfect Everest Base Camp Trek Itinerary: A Day-By-Day Guide appeared first on Johnny…
May 2026 was a continuation of the huge AI driven bull market that was April. Nasdaq gained another 7%+ for a total YTD gain of over 20% which is absolutely insane. Aside from a few flareups here and there, the war in Iran was no more than an afterthought after Trump TACO d in April. AI [ ] The post June 2026 FIRE Portfolio Update appeared first on Johnny Africa .
Turkey remains one of my favorite countries to travel through. Few destinations offer such a fascinating blend of history, culture, food, landscapes, and value for money. One day you re wandering through the ancient streets of Istanbul, the next you re floating above Cappadocia in a hot air balloon, relaxing on the turquoise coast near Kaş, or [ ] The post The Best Travel eSIM For Turkey (2026…