Africa

Africa is obviously a huge continent with over 50 different countries. Unfortunately, tourism is mostly limited to a handful of countries so we focus on those for the time being.

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Egypt

Crowded and overwhelming, but a worthwhile stop for the museums and the Great Pyramids across the river in Giza

Sharm el-Sheikh

Egypt's famous Red Sea resort town. Hotels and most other things here are incredibly cheap, but not everyone agrees that it's a safe place to visit

Kenya

The capital of Kenya and a popular point of entry for those doing safaris. The city has had a bad reputation for crime, but evidently it's getting safer

Morocco

One of Morocco's classic cities with a charming new city as well as the famous old city

The market square is iconic and amazing, but there's plenty more to see

Senegal

A music and culture capital that is becoming trendy

Tanzania

This is the main town where people go for a Kilimanjaro climb, and a very cool place to hang out with other travelers

Tanzania's largest city is a major transport hub for this part of Africa

This is the main city on the island of Zanzibar, and the main transit hub for those on their way in or out

South Africa

South Africa's busiest tourist city is like a world of its own

Uganda

The main city in Uganda and an underrated stop on trips in Africa

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