Africa

Africa has 54 sovereign countries—the most on any continent—and is the second largest continent in terms of both land area and population.

Africa is a very diverse continent, with each country, or even each part of a country having its own unique culture. Africa today is a vast continent with many bustling metropolises, some of the friendliest people you’ll ever meet, and amazingly diverse and beautiful landscapes.

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Under the Radar UNESCO Sites: Mbanza Kongo

Photo Series Part 1 Cathedral of the Holy Saviour of Congo The political and religious centre of Mbanza Kongo is an outstanding example of an architectural ensemble that illustrates, as nowhere else can in sub-Saharan Africa, the profound changes that emanated from the introduction of Christianity and the arrival of the Portuguese into Central Africa in the 15th century, events that …

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9 Days in Algeria

Algeria, an under the radar destination for adventure lovers and culture enthusiasts. Ease of access for tourists is notoriously difficult, but well worth it. Follow our 9 day guide to experience many undiscovered gems and unique experiences. Day 1 – 5: Algiers Algiers is the capital city of Algeria, located on a bay of the Mediterranean Sea and is an …

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Top 10 Largest Deserts in 2020

10. Great Basin Desert The Great Basin Desert is a cold winter type desert with an area of 492,000km² (190,000 sq mi) in the United States. 9. Syrian Desert The Syrian Desert is a subtropical type desert with an area of 520,000km² (200,000 sq mi) in the Middle East (Iraq, Jordan, and Syria). 8. Patagonian Desert The Patagonian Desert is …

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Top 10 African National Parks to visit in 2020

1. Kruger National Park, South Africa The rugged plains of Kruger National Park offer an abundance of game, including encounters of the African Big Five – elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard. 2. Samburu National Reserve, Kenya On the banks of the Ewaso Ng’iro river in Kenya a wide range of animal and bird life can be seen including the gerenuk, Grevy’s zebra, oryx, …

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