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Sex tourism in East Africa, expectations and reality

Sex tourism? You may think it is strange but ... it is not just a "men's business". More and more women, especially unsuspected over-50 ladies, book their trip to Africa looking only for "sex and fun" with some nice, young locals. Probably the myth of the "black macho man", or the dream of living aContinue reading "Sex tourism in East Africa, expectations and reality"

How to organize your Zanzibar Honeymoon

The big island and semi autonomous region of Zanzibar is the best tourist place in Tanzania. Even more famous than the big wildlife National Parks, Zanzibar looks more like a real paradise. The stunning sky-blue ocean, the tropical fish in it, wild forests, lovely people, tourist resorts and especially so many things to do! ThisContinue reading "How to organize your Zanzibar Honeymoon"

Big game fishing in East Africa, the best places

  For those who love fishing, the real adventure is going on the boat of real fishermen and work with them for one day. And if that is an adventure on your national coast, imagine doing it abroad. Maybe on tropical seas. Maybe ... in Africa. The most famous fishing places in Africa are alongContinue reading "Big game fishing in East Africa, the best places"

Tanzania in low season, 5 reasons for visiting

  African nations do not have a real "winter season" . So when you speak of "low tourist season" you indicate those periods when the weather is not good for touring, like the time of the heavy rains. But even these wet seasons can hide wonders, and can allow people to find out a uniqueContinue reading "Tanzania in low season, 5 reasons for visiting"

How to live the Ramadan period in Zanzibar

  Ramadan is the 9th month of the Islamic calendar and celebrates the time when the Koran was revealed to Mohammed. This month - which can last 29 to 31 days - must be glorified with sacrifices, like fasting. The people must not eat anything at all, during the day. They can only taste somethingContinue reading "How to live the Ramadan period in Zanzibar"