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Mabuto, Mozambique

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Mabuto is Mozambique’s capital. a Charming city only 50 km from South Africa, it’s Portuguese influence can be seen in its streets and architecture. Acacia-lined avenues lead to modern, tall buildings that overlook the ocean. The markets are great place to window shop and buy, and the restaurants offer continental dishes like no other in the world. Up the coast in the city of Inhambane are many secluded, white-sand beaches that can only be reached by four wheel drive. The ocean in the area is a safe place for snorkellers and swimmers. Tourists and travelers will definitely be tempted to spend a long time in the laid-back atmosphere and enjoy the tropical sun and plentiful seafood.

Written by Kurt Wilde

April 17th, 2008 at 4:05 am

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Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Botswana

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Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park is a wildlife conservation land in southern Africa. It is bounded between South Africa and Botswana, and consists two national parks joining each other, the Kalahari National Park and the Gemsbok National Park. Its total land area is 3800 square kilometers which a little bit more than half of the park is located in Botswana.

The word Kgalagadi means “Land of Thirst”, the park is situated in the southern Kalahari Desert.
Sparse vegetation, tees and dry riverbanks consist the terrain of the park. It is also believed that the river flows water, only once a century.

Moreso, the park has rich wildlife. It is a habitat for predators and migratory herds of plant-eating species.

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April 16th, 2008 at 9:25 am

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The Route Garden Part 1

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Most of South Africa;s most beautiful attractions, like mountains, beaches and rivers are found in The Garden Route that is located in the east of Cape Town. All year round, the climate is wonderfully mild, such that one finds numerous, if not countless, activities to enjoy ll throughout the day and night, and these do not fail to impress.

Activities include hiking, golf, swimming, watching whales, riding ostriches, and the thrilling bungee jumping. Usually, during autumn, sports fanatics go to the east coast of South Africa–they call it paradise. Lots of package tours are available to suit each taste.

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April 14th, 2008 at 7:37 am

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Agadir, Morocco

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Agadir is unlike any other city in the world. It was built around the time of the earthquake in 1961 that killed 15,000 people, and is completely different from other Moroccan cities. A favorite of many tourists, this city has a lot of luxury hotels that organize tours, as well as bars and a swinging night life. There are also some beautiful golf courses, and the Market of Agadir is also well worth visiting. Agadir is also a good point of departure for day trips to nearby areas of Paradise Valley, the Massa Lagoon, and the walled city of Taroudannt. Budget flights from Europe often go to Agadir.

Written by Kurt Wilde

April 14th, 2008 at 3:58 am

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Garden Route, South Africa

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South Africa’s Garden Route is one of the most gorgeous natural theme parks in the world and is the second most popular tourist destination in the country, next to Cape Town. Its freshwater lakes and rich tapestry of large, ancient trees will make you want to stay there forever. Whether you’re wading on the sandy white beach, riding across the deep blue ocean on a paraglider, or spotting dolphins and whales from a boat, this is a place where wildlife and nature rules. The climate here is perfectly suited for all sorts of outdoor activity. And if you’re not the nature-y, outdoors type, you can always enjoy the place’s fine food and wine. Garden Route is also known as South Africa’s oyster capital.

Written by Kurt Wilde

April 11th, 2008 at 3:31 pm

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