Mark Ziese

April 26, 2026

Stewards of the Sea: Why the Indian Ocean Gyre Matters

Mark Ziese

April 26, 2026

From gyros to global currents, learn why the Indian Ocean is under stress. Explorer the "leaky" garbage patch and our original mandate to be good stewards.

Mark Ziese

February 17, 2026

Exploring Tanzania

Sunset Cruise off the Coast of Stone Town, Zanzibar

Mark Ziese

February 17, 2026

Exploring Tanzania

Catch the breeze on a sunset cruise from Stone Town to Prison Island. Discover giant tortoises, turquoise waters, and the ultimate Swahili sunset aboard a traditional Zanzibar dhow.

Mark Ziese

September 1, 2025

Exploring Tanzania, History & Archaeology

Monsoon Winds: The Engine of Indian Ocean Trade and Travel

Mark Ziese

September 1, 2025

Exploring Tanzania, History & Archaeology

Explore the legendary Monsoon Winds: the engine of Indian Ocean trade and travel.

Mark Ziese

August 25, 2025

Exploring Tanzania, History & Archaeology

Indian Ocean Trade Networks in the New Testament World

Mark Ziese

August 25, 2025

Exploring Tanzania, History & Archaeology

Understanding that a network of tradings zones in the Indian Ocean developed between 300 BC and AD 300. This network introduced luxury goods to those who could afford them.

Mark Ziese

August 18, 2025

Exploring Tanzania, History & Archaeology

The Indian Ocean: Position and Place

Mark Ziese

August 18, 2025

Exploring Tanzania, History & Archaeology

Think BIG PICTURE here about a great sea south of the Biblical Heartland. Its contours are less familiar to many, but its influence is significant for human history.

Mark Ziese

August 1, 2025

Exploring Tanzania, History & Archaeology

The Ngalawa: Zanzibar’s Ancient Mango-Wood Workboat

Mark Ziese

August 1, 2025

Exploring Tanzania, History & Archaeology

Discover the Ngalawa, Zanzibar's traditional outrigger boat. Learn how these 1,000-year-old designs are a combination of locally sourced wood.

Mark Ziese

September 17, 2019

Exploring Tanzania, History & Archaeology

Dreams of Cinnabar: A Midnight Arrival in Zanzibar

Mark Ziese

September 17, 2019

Exploring Tanzania, History & Archaeology

Experience a midnight arrival in Zanzibar and explore the rich history of Stone Town, the origins of the word "safari," and the legends of explorers like David Livingstone.