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Johnny Africa

12 Jul 2025, 05:17

Travel

Serifos was the 9th island on my journey through the Cyclades, and if there’s one word that comes to mind when thinking about this place, it’s raw. Serifos feels like the Cycladic island that time kind of forgot—in the best way possible. It’s rugged, minimal, and beautifully barren. You won’t find luxury boutiques or five-star […] The post Serifos Island: A Wild Beauty in the Cyclades That Still Feels Undiscovered appeared first on Johnny Africa.

Johnny Africa

09 Jul 2025, 00:15

June 2025 FIRE Portfolio Update: All time highs again??

Travel

June 2025 was quite the month of huge stock market returns after the crash in April 2025. The markets moved on from Trump's tariff future and collectively decided that it wasn't going to be as bad If you haven't already read my posts before, I achieved Financial independence back in late 2020 early 2021 with […] The post June 2025 FIRE Portfolio Update: All time highs again?? appeared first on Johnny Africa.

Johnny Africa

03 Jul 2025, 07:47

Travel

As someone that's traveled extensively around Greece (many many months of travel), it was only fitting that we chose Greece to be our wedding destination! It was a midway point for many of our guests and easily one of the most beautiful venues you can choose. Greece has and always will be my favorite country […] The post Ultimate Guide to Planning a Wedding in Greece: Real Tips And Costs From Our Wedding appeared first on Johnny Africa.

Johnny Africa

02 Jun 2025, 10:33

May 2025 FIRE Portfolio Update: Liquidation Day

Travel

I didn't provide an update for April 2025 because I was just too busy traveling all over the world. We took so many trips in the last few months I'm shocked I even had enough time to update May 2025! I had already written a lot of things for an April 2025 update but never […] The post May 2025 FIRE Portfolio Update: Liquidation Day appeared first on Johnny Africa.

Johnny Africa

27 May 2025, 09:33

How I Earned 1 Million Credit Card Points With Business Credit Cards (Legally)

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I've been actively churning credit card points for the better part of a decade now and I've learned so many things along the way. One of those things is how to obtain an insane amount of credit card points quickly. I was recently able to amass over a million Chase Ultimate Reward points simply by […] The post How I Earned 1 Million Credit Card Points With Business Credit Cards (Legally) appeared first on Johnny Africa.

Johnny Africa

01 May 2025, 18:27

My Absolute Favorite Wine Farms In Stellenbosch

Travel

As someone that's spent way too much time in South Africa's beautiful wine country, I still can't get enough of it. Stellenbosch, the jewel of the Western Cape's wine regions, is still my favorite region that is unparalled for its drop dead gorgeous views, stunning estates, mouth watering food, and of course world class wines. […] The post My Absolute Favorite Wine Farms In Stellenbosch appeared first on Johnny Africa.

Johnny Africa

07 Apr 2025, 19:03

Travel

It's with no doubt that the Seychelles is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. I spent two weeks traveling through the main three islands of the Seychelles witnessing these beaches first hand. In fact, there's nothing really to do in the Seychelles besides visit the beach so my two weeks […] The post My Favorite Beaches In The Seychelles appeared first on Johnny Africa.

Johnny Africa

02 Apr 2025, 20:04

Travel

Nestled in the heart of the Indian Ocean, the Seychelles is an archipelago of 115 breathtaking islands known for its pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters, and lush tropical landscapes. This island nation, often described as paradise on Earth, offers visitors a unique blend of natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture. From the famous granite rock […] The post The Perfect Seychelles Travel Itinerary: Mahe, Praslin, La Digue appeared first on Johnny Africa.

Johnny Africa

01 Apr 2025, 20:21

March 2025 FIRE Portfolio Update: Trump Crashes the Economy

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March 2025 was nothing short of a disaster under Trump's 2nd full month as president. Tariff man and his threats of economic destruction reigned supreme in March and everything came crashing down. If you haven't already read my posts before, I achieved Financial independence back in late 2020 early 2021 with a portfolio of roughly […] The post March 2025 FIRE Portfolio Update: Trump Crashes the Economy appeared first on Johnny Africa.