TUNISIA
For most travelers, Tunisia is a holiday destination that does not top the list but is an exciting exotic destination. Its people, its scenic beauty, enticing cuisine and rich history are some of the charms that entice visitors to this Mediterranean jewel.
Its proximity to Europe makes it a favorable destination especially for families who want to enjoy the sun without having to travel half the world. It offers fantastic sandy beaches and is home to a proliferation of purpose built resorts such as the highly rated Port El Kantaoui, to the family favorite Hammamet and to the affordable Sousse and Skanes.
For sightseeing, holidays to Tunisia are not a disappointment at all; in fact, the variety is overwhelming, from ancient, Roman ruins at Dougga and El Djem, to fascinating old towns such as Carthage and film locations such as Matmata for Star Wars fans.
Adventure seekers will find Tunisia a very thrilling destination, riding camels across the vast Sahara desert across glimmering sandy dunes traversed by animals that call the Sahara desert home. Tunisia has something for everyone and it is no wonder its popularity is rising as a great northern Africa destination.
BOTSWANA
Botswana is one of the prime tourist destinations that attract travelers across the globe to witness its varied landscapes, prehistoric human settlements and a profusion of wildlife. It boasts of unspoilt beauty and low population count that ensures uninterrupted game viewing.
The Central Kalahari is the second largest game reserve on the planet located right at the heart of this landlocked country and is the most popular spot for people on a safari in Botswana. It is famous for its vast open plains, ancient riverbeds and saltpans. During the rainy seasons wildebeest migration attracts predators here creating such a breathtaking spectacle of the wild.
The Okavango Delta is such a bewildering contrast to the Central Kalahari, it is refreshing with its maze of lagoons, channels and islands that make up a massive oasis right in the harsh Kalahari Desert. It is home to a fantastic array of wildlife including buffaloes, elephants, giraffes, antelope, hippos, crocodiles and birdlife. It is a place that you might fear blinking, as you would miss so much.
Botswana has a bucketful of amazing attractions and aside from that; it reminds you how far we have come as a human race with its rock art.
MOROCCO
Morocco presents a land of bewitching contrasts; the new and the ancient, Berber villages in the High Atlas Ranges seemingly unchanged by time (try maroc-lodge.com) and the rooftop bars thriving in the ancient medinas. It is a land of rugged mountains, deserts, beaches and vibrant cities. It is one of the world’s most exotic destinations yet right at the doorstep of Europe.
As it was in the past, Morocco still attracts attention, it is hard not noticing a country with such dynamic extremes. Aside from that, it is a country with something for everyone; from the adventurous and to those seeking a relaxed holiday and everything in between, something fantastic awaits everyone. Surfers can enjoy catching huge waves in places such as Agadir, adventure travelers can enjoy adrenaline rush in the rugged Atlas ranges and foodies will treat their palate to the spicy tagine dishes.
