While many people in the West often confuse the second largest continent in the world as being a single country, Africa comprises 54 different countries. This continent with its diverse population, customs, and beautiful landscapes is said to be the first inhabited place on the earth by humans. Modern man is believed to have had his origins somewhere between Ethiopia and Kenya in East Africa. Many parts of the continent bear a strong testament to this belief with people in the rural areas following age-old traditions, ancient rituals, and customs, like a land frozen in time. However, North Africa is also home to one of the most advanced ancient civilizations, that of ancient Egypt. African cities like Cape Town, Addis Ababa and Nairobi have embraced development and taken giant strides towards a better future.
Besides the diversity of its people, Africa is also a land of superlatives having the world’s longest river, the Nile, running from Burundi to Egypt, and the world’s largest desert, the Sahara as well as the tallest free-standing mountain, Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. Various animal species are found in this vast expanse of land which is renowned for its safaris. From Kenya’s Masai Mara to the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania, and Kruger National Park in South Africa, there is no dearth of safaris to entice the wide-eyed traveler.

Morocco Of My Dreams

Morocco Of My Dreams

I lived my childhood under the impression that my family came from France. My French speaking grandmother Philomène would always pronounce our last name “Bytton” with a special flair and most people with our same last name lived in France so we just assumed it. The moment I discovered my family was Moroccan my life…

Top 7 Seychelles Luxury Resorts 2016

Top 7 Seychelles Luxury Resorts

This unique travel destination is renowned for its timeless beauty, tranquility and diversity, which rolls from emerald green rainforests down to crystal clear turquoise waters, home to some of the rarest species of flora and fauna on earth. WOW Travel put together for you it’s Top 7 Seychelles Luxury Resorts.

Top 10 Things To Do In Cape Town

Top 10 Things To Do In Cape Town

Traveling to Cape Town is the ultimate adventure. The high-end accommodation, the incredible wildlife and the breathtaking scenery. Vibrant and cosmopolitan, Cape Town is blessed with a richly diverse array of attractions and cultural activities. It is dominated by a towering, table-shaped mountain, set on a peninsula of soaring, rocky heights and lush valleys, where…

Top 8 Things To Do In Madagascar

Top 8 Things To Do In Madagascar

When people hear the word Madagascar they normally think of the famous animated movie and lemurs. However, this fascinating island off the southeastern coast of Africa is much more than that. We must say that Madagascar is the fourth largest island in the world so there is lots of unique things to see and to…

Top Things To Do In Kenya

Top 6 Things To Do In Kenya

Kenya is located in East Africa and is one of the most popular travel destinations in Africa, largely due to its scenery, naturally beautiful landscape with endless savannahs and forests, unchanged culture tribes, white sandy beaches and corals, snow-capped mountains, magnificent wildlife and pleasant year-round climate (Because Kenya straddles the equator, it has up to…

Top Things To Do In Cairo

Top 7 Things To Do In Cairo

Cairo is one of the most vibrant, exhilarating, exotic, fascinating and welcoming cities in the Mediterranean. It is the capital of Egypt and the largest city in Africa, its name means “the victorious city”. It houses ancient secrets from numerous peoples who lived in its beautiful lands like the Pharaohs, Coptics, Muslims, Jews and more.…

Top 9 Things To Do In Tanzania

Top 9 Things To Do In Tanzania

Located on the east coast of Africa, to the south of the equator, Tanzania is famous for Mount Kilimanjaro, the Serengeti National Park, the Masai people, and the idyllic beaches on Zanzibar. The parks are priceless, the cultures endangered, the diversity of habitats incomparable and the wildlife experiences among the best on earth. Tanzania has the largest concentration…

Top 10 Things To Do In Tunisia

Top 10 Things To Do In Tunisia

Located in the very center of Mediterranean Africa with a stunning seashore, spectacular desert landscapes, vibrant culture and rich history. Tunisia is a favored tourist attraction that welcomes holidaymakers and adventure-seekers from around the world. It is best known for its white sandy beaches and luxury hotels, but venturing away from the beach towards the…

Top 6 Things To Do In Johannesburg

Top 6 Things To Do Johannesburg

Not traditionally thought of as a tourist destination, Johannesburg is a cultural hub in South Africa with numerous museums, galleries, theaters and markets. This vibrant city, known to many as ‘Joburg’, is currently undergoing an exciting rebirth. Here is a list of our Top 6 Things To Do In Johannesburg. [booking_product_helper shortname=”johannesburg”] Neighbourgoods Market 1 Browse the stalls for…

Top 10 Things To Do In Marrakrch

Top 10 Things To Do In Marrakech

Marrakech is not Morocco’s capital city (that’s Rabat), It’s not the country’s largest metropolis (that’s Casablanca), It’s not even the African nation’s oldest city (that’s Fes). But Marrakech triumphs over other Moroccan cities as the unofficial cultural center. For nearly a thousand years, Marrakech has been a melting pot of civilizations – a vibrant mixture of Sufi,…

Top 8 Things To Do In Namibia

Top 8 Things To Do In Namibia

When people consider going on an African adventure, going on a safari or visiting the culturally diverse tribes, the Southern African country of Namibia rarely makes the short list. And why, I don’t know. Perhaps it’s because few have ever heard of it, thus deeming it a no-go zone, perhaps because there are so few…

Step Inside Chefchaouen - Morocco's Blue City

Step Inside Chefchaouen – Morocco’s Blue City

Chefchaouen, a small town in northern Morocco, has a rich history, beautiful natural surroundings, and wonderful architecture. But what it’s most famous for are the vivid blue walls of many of the buildings. Founded in 1471, Chefchaouen began as a small Moorish fortress for exiles from Spain, gradually welcoming Jews and Christian converts as well.…

Top 11 Things To Do in Sharm El Sheikh

Top 11 Things To Do In Sharm El Sheikh

Situated on the southern tip of the Sinai Peninsula in Egypt, Sharm El Sheikh is where you can enjoy year-round sunshine, inclusive hotels, beautiful beaches and some of the best scuba diving sites in the world. This historical city is famous around the world because of the variety and abundance of corals and marine life…

Top 10 Things To Do In Cameroon

Top 10 Things To Do In Cameroon

Situated in Central Africa, Cameroon is a beautiful country with active volcanos, natural resources, amazing wildlife, rainforests and beaches. There are so many places that will capture your attention and give you a real African experience as it also mixes with modern culture.[booking_product_helper shortname=”cameroon”] Mount Cameroon 1 The best way to start your experience in…

13 Breathtaking Places You Must See In Egypt

13 Breathtaking Places You Must See In Egypt

A country linking the North East of Africa with the Middle East, Egypt is usually known as the land of the Pharaohs. It has one of the longest histories of all times by a country, tracing its heritage back to the 6th-4th millennia BCE. This country is considered as the cradle of civilization and was…

Top 12 Things To Do In Cape Verde

Top 12 Things To Do In Cape Verde

The island country of Cape Verde is an archipelago of 10 volcanic islands that remained uninhabited till the 15th century. The archipelago was discovered and colonized by Portuguese explorers who established the first European settlement in the tropics. The archipelago of Cape Verde which forms a part of Africa is located in the center of…

Top 12 Things To Do In Mombasa

Top 12 Things To Do In Mombasa

Mombasa is the second-largest city of Kenya and offers the travel junkies an exotic taste of African tropic which is steeped in centuries of seafaring history of the city. This place could be considered as the cosmopolitan hub of Kenya, however, at the same time, Mombasa also happens to be a major tourist attraction in…

Top 12 Things To Do In Mauritius

Top 12 Things To Do In Mauritius

Mauritius is a beautiful island nation located on the southeast coast of Africa in the Indian Ocean. This nation is comprised of Rodrigues as well as Mauritius Island and various other outer islands which together form a part of Mascarene Islands. The island is known as the topmost tourist attraction in the whole of Asia.…

Top 12 Things To Do In Kairouan

Top 12 Things To Do In Kairouan

Amidst the dry inland deserts of North Africa, in the country of Tunisia, lies the fourth holiest spot for followers of the Islamic religion. Following Mecca, Medina, and Jerusalem in close quarters, Kairouan is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site owing to its extravagant Islamic architecture. Legend has it that a visit to Kairouan 7…

Top 12 Things To Do In Addis Ababa

Top 12 Things To Do In Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa is the capital city of Ethiopia. Translated as ‘New Flower’ in the Amharic language, this city is known as the third-highest capital city of the world as it is elevated on the height of 2,400 meters. The capital city wears its heart on the sleeve ever since it was founded by the Ethiopian…

Top 12 Things To Do In Maputo

Top 12 Things To Do In Maputo

The port city Maputo distinguishes itself to be one of the most eminent landmarks of Portuguese colonial architecture in the continent of Africa. Located in southeast Africa and guarded by the Indian Ocean in the east; the city happens to be the capital of Mozambique. Swept by the Maputo bay along with three river confluences,…

Top 12 Things To Do In Kampala

Top 12 Things To Do In Kampala

One of the fastest-growing cities in the world, Kampala presents a serene landscape. It is the capital of Uganda, located in eastern Africa on the banks of the Largest Lake of Africa, Lake Victoria. The urban Kampala is embroidered with hills, red-tiled villas, and greenery in the backdrop. At the heart of this landscape rise…

Top 12 Things To Do In Seychelles

Top 12 Things To Do In Seychelles

Seychelles, an archipelago country located on the Indian Ocean, around 2414 km offshore to the northeast of Madagascar, is a remarkable destination with a wide array of natural and urban attractions for tourists. It is an amalgamation of coral and rocky beaches, rainforests, white sands, granite islands, and unique geographical features. The islands are home…

Top 12 Things To Do In Fez

Top 12 Things To Do In Fez

The city of Fez or Fes in northern inland Morocco is the second-largest city and the spiritual capital of the country, having many prominent madrasas (Islamic schools of learning). Fez once attracted many scholars, theologians, mathematicians, and lawyers whose influence on the city is still visible. Due to the number of ancient monuments that still…