10 African islands for every type of traveler
Surfer? Try Sal. Honeymooner? Head for Mumbo. The continent with it all gets even better around its edge. Escapees in search of an island may be tempted to head for old favorites such as Southeast Asia or the Caribbean. But don't overlook Africa. This huge landmass is splattered with sand-fringed isles, from country-sized behemoths to single-shack atolls. Read on...
When mentioning an African holiday, most people will probably think of a safari tour, a visit to an ancient Egyptian monument or perhaps a trip to Cape Town or Marrakesh. However, Africa also has some amazing islands lying off its coasts. Madagascar, the 4th largest island in the world is the obvious one but there are also some smaller islands that are definitely worth a trip. These African islands have a fascinating history, unique wildlife and beaches that easily rival those of the Caribbean. Read on...
Top 10 Beautiful African Islands. Read on...
25 of Africa's best beaches. Too often overshadowed by the wildlife of its interior, Africa's perimeter is a worthy reason to travel too. No one's going to claim Africa has all the best beaches in the world, but it has some of them. From the wind-tickled shores of the Seychelles to the haunting, seal-dappled coast of Namibia, the continent's sandy fringe is varied and dramatic. Here's a small sample of Africa's best beaches.
Every list of Africa's best beaches should include The Seychelles, Zanzibar and Mauritius. These islands in the Indian Ocean are home to literally dozens of picture-perfect beaches. But my pick for Africa's best beaches, below, stick to the rule of one beach per country. Countries like Eritrea and Somalia have beautiful unspoiled beaches too, but they are not easy destinations for travelers to get to and I am personally not familiar enough to recommend them. Read on...
Top 10 Beach Destinations in Africa. Read on...
When mentioning an African holiday, most people will probably think of a safari tour, a visit to an ancient Egyptian monument or perhaps a trip to Cape Town or Marrakesh. However, Africa also has some amazing islands lying off its coasts. Madagascar, the 4th largest island in the world is the obvious one but there are also some smaller islands that are definitely worth a trip. These African islands have a fascinating history, unique wildlife and beaches that easily rival those of the Caribbean. Read on...
Top 10 Beautiful African Islands. Read on...
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Every list of Africa's best beaches should include The Seychelles, Zanzibar and Mauritius. These islands in the Indian Ocean are home to literally dozens of picture-perfect beaches. But my pick for Africa's best beaches, below, stick to the rule of one beach per country. Countries like Eritrea and Somalia have beautiful unspoiled beaches too, but they are not easy destinations for travelers to get to and I am personally not familiar enough to recommend them. Read on...
Top 10 Beach Destinations in Africa. Read on...
