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Cote d'Ivoire - Cote d'Ivoire, formerly called the Ivory Coast, is a West African nation located on the Gulf of Guinea. The country gained independence from France in 1960, but because of the more than 60 ethnic groups and great number of local dialects, French was selected as the official language. Cote d'Ivoire is the world's largest producer of cocoa and the third largest producer of coffee, after Brazil and Colombia. This page is produced by the U.S. embassy in Cote d'Ivoire.
Destination - Cape Verde - The islands of the Cape Verde archipelago are windy, hilly and dry - almost lunar - and beyond that they're fairly sleepy. But there's beauty in them thar parched hills. And some of the islands are actually lush. There's good diving and hiking, lively nightlife and plenty of quiet corners to hide away in. Islanders mix up African, Portuguese, Mediterranean and Latin influences and come out with a flavour that's distinctly 'Cabo.' Package tourism has gained a foothold, but Cape Verde is still independent and unspoiled.
Destination - The Gambia - In contrast to its all-enveloping neighbour, Senegal, and the massive nations surrounding them, The Gambia looks like a sliver in the side of Africa. True, it ranks among the continent's tiniest countries, but its attractions are just as bright and bold-faced as any in the region. Its capital city, Banjul, is a uniquely African experience, with a bustling marketplace and enough streetside culture to chase away the holiday daze of glitzier cities. And for an even more 'traditional' outlook, a quick trip upriver brings you into the Gambian heartland, where the colourful buzz of weekly markets vies with boat trips through mangrove creeks and bike jaunts to mud-hut villages for your time and appreciation.
Destination Benin - While Benin shares many of the problems of its neighbours such as bad roads and infrastructure, poor water and health conditions and institutionalised corruption, it is comparatively violence-free, is richer and economically stronger than most of its neighbours, and has the best beaches and landscapes.
Destination Libya - The Libyan people enjoy a well-earned a reputation for kindness and hospitality toward visitors, and, unlike most North African destinations, the country's streets and souqs are free of the hassles of touts and their hard sell. From ancient Greek and Roman ruins to modern art and oil money, Libya's a world unto itself.
Destination Morocco - Morocco is the tantalising lower lip on the mouth of the Mediterranean Sea, a Muslim land so rich in mystique it seems to hover like a magic carpet somewhere between myth and reality. Tangier, Casablanca, Marrakesh...just the names of these cities and towns should stir a hint of spice in the nostrils of the most geographically challenged. Many Moroccan destinations have been mythologised, and for good reason, but the more jaded traveller may well moan about the extinction of the `real' Morocco. Still others will extol the country's unique living history, its shimmering light, its art. The truth lies somewhere in between.
Destination South Africa - With post-apartheid optimism melding South Africa into a new society of great energy and significance, travellers are returning to a place which has been off the trail for most of the century. Political violence seems to be a thing of the past and among the vast majority of people there is a desire to get on with building a new nation. South Africa's natural beauty and nation-building enthusiasm make it a great place to visit.
Destinations Mali - It may not have the jungles or the animals but Mali has the magical desert landscapes. It also has its fair share of poverty, drought and famine.
Destinations-Angola - Travel guide to this country. Provides notes on climate, history, economy, culture, society, politics, transportation, and major cities.
Egypt Tourism Net - From the Red Sea coast to the oases in the interior, Egypt really does have it all. This official site has it all! You might want to visit a city like Luxor first. It has statues, carvings, and paintings. Perhaps you'd like to hop over to the Sinai. Its mountains tower above the sea, where you can snorkel. Check out the two-mile-long High Dam at Aswan, which supplies electricity for all of Egypt. Or maybe you'd rather sit back and see an automatic slide show of the whole tour.
Explore Madagascar - Madagascar is an Eden-like garden of riches, filled with a diversity of life and geography unequaled anywhere else on earth. Come take a breathtaking tour of the island of Madagascar, its flora and fauna, and its people.
Lesotho - Africa Guide - A complete and comprehensive guide to Lesotho, detailing accommodation, safaris, visitor travel information and more. Hundreds of links to relevant sites, a superb photo library and a large selection of books and maps for sale.
Lesotho-Worldskip.com - Links to news,information,products and services from Lesotho by WorldSkip.com.
Loney Planet-Destinations Cote d'Ivoire - Côte d'Ivoire's powerful draw card is its people, so if you're interested in African history, art or music, this is the place to be. There's also a lot of physical beauty to take in, including the mountainous region around Man, the fascinating Senoufo area around Korhogo, Comoë National Park (West Africa's largest) and the remote fishing village and beaches of Sassandra. All these places are easily reached on some of the best roads in Africa.
Madagascar-Africa Guide - Situated off the southeast coast of Africa, Madagascar is the fourth largest island in the world. It is separated from the coast of Africa by the Mozambique Channel, the shortest distance between the island and the mainland is 400 km. Discover a complete and comprehensive guide to Madagascar, detailing accommodation, safaris, visitor travel information and more. Hundreds of links to relevant sites, a superb photo library and a large selection of books and maps for sale.
Mauritius - A complete and comprehensive travel guide to Mauritius, detailing visitor information, accommodation, safaris, leisure and sport and more. Hundreds of links to relevant sites, a superb photo library and a large selection of books and maps for sale.
Mauritius Welcomes You - Children of Indian, Chinese, French, Creole, and English descent are the welcoming faces on this official page of the Tourist Promotion Authority. They are smiling from ear to ear, and no wonder: The sun is shining brightly and the waves are gently lapping onto the white sand beach. Mark Twain once visited this paradise and said, "God created Mauritius and then the heavens."
Miftah Shamali - Tunisia - Tunisia is the most modernised country of North Africa, and has the strongest economy. Green forests in the north. Lively beaches along the coast. Sahara in the south. All well connected by taxis, buses, trains and air planes. For some travellers Tunisia could be too well developed, but there are no problems finding exactly the kind of Orient you seek: the oasis, the countryside, or the bustling bazaar.
Mozambique - A complete and comprehensive guide to Mozambique, detailing accommodation, safaris, visitor travel information and more. Hundreds of links to relevant sites, a superb photo library and a large selection of books and maps for sale.
Namibia - A complete and comprehensive guide to Namibia, detailing accommodation, safaris, visitor travel information and more. Hundreds of links to relevant sites, a superb photo library and a large selection of books and maps for sale.
Tourism in Morocco - Tourism in Morocco, hotels, online bookings, Kingdom of Morocco, provides you with information about Morocco: culture, tourism, useful addresses, gallery, and links to other moroccan sites. All this is combined with beautiful graphics and layout.
Travel South Africa - Travel to South Africa, the World in One Country. Experience, explore, get to know and plan your trip to South Africa. South Africa is famous for its wide range of wildlife parks and nature reserves, treating visitors to some of the best game viewing on the African continent.
Uganda - Surprisingly, even though this page was developed by a travel agency trying to get people to vacation in Uganda, it is still quite frank about the brutal history of the country and its two terrible dictators. For good hard, historical facts about Uganda, this may be the site to see.
Uganda - The Pearl of Africa - Winston Churchill called Uganda the "pearl of Africa." Once you've toured this site and seen what Uganda has to offer with its scenery and wildlife, you may agree. With information about Ugandan history, government, education, geography, business, health, human rights, and other important facts, this site offers rich insights into this developing nation.
Zambia-Africa Guide - A complete and comprehensive travel guide to Zambia, detailing visitor information, accommodation, safaris, leisure and sport and more. Hundreds of links to relevant sites, a superb photo library and a large selection of books and maps for sale.
Zimbabwe - A complete and comprehensive travel guide to Zimbabwe, detailing visitor information, accommodation, safaris, leisure and sport and more. Hundreds of links to relevant sites, a superb photo library and a large selection of books and maps for sale.
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