The cultural diversity of its peoples shapes the African continent. The Sahara Desert separates the Arab north from the countries of Central Africa, which are plagued by hunger and disasters, as well as the tourist strongholds in South Africa, Namibia, Tanzania and Kenya.
When you talk about the Mascarene Islands, most people probably don’t immediately know what to do with this group of islands. Two of the three islands in particular have now become the most popular holiday destinations in the entire world. The Mascarene Islands include the French overseas department of La Reunion, the island of Mauritius and the island of...
Fantastic beaches, breathtaking nature and coral reefs: If you are planning a very special holiday away from the crowds of tourists, the island of Rodrigues is the right place for you. The small island in the Indian Ocean, which belongs to the Mascarene Islands, belongs to Mauritius and is one of the absolute insider tips in the Indian Ocean. More and more tourists...
Travel across Africa in a van. A dream that many people interested in travel will not experience in the near future due to the difficult political situation in some African countries. Ilona Hupe, owner of the Hupe publishing house from Munich, made this adventurous tour in 1989 with his own VW bus. On 224 entertaining pages – filled with many interesting pictures –...
Summer, sun, beach and sea, in Mauritius you get it all with tropical temperatures and a wonderfully relaxed atmosphere. But when it comes to Mauritius, it doesn’t necessarily have to be a beach holiday, because the island state in the southwest of the Indian Ocean has a lot more to offer. The capital, Port Louis, has some must-see sights. With about 175,000...
The East African Comoros Islands are very remote between Mozambique and Madagascar in the Indian Ocean. Anyone who visits them must be an adventurer, because they are hardly developed for tourism. The year-round mild temperatures (22-27 degrees C), the tropical rainforest, waterfalls, coral reefs and the palm-fringed white beaches make the Comoros a dream destination...
South Africa owes its attractiveness to its scenic beauty, the breathtaking biodiversity of flora and fauna and, last but not least, the attitude to life of the local population, which can be felt in many places. The landscapes of South Africa have something for every type of holiday: from lonely sandy beaches and bays to lively stretches of beach, from the red...
On the northeast coast of the rocky Seychelles island of Mahé lies the capital of the island state, which is well worth seeing. Founded in 1778 by French settlers, the city with just 25,000 inhabitants has retained its special charm to this day. After the Anglo-French War in 1814, the British gained control of the Seychelles and in honor of the queen, the city was...
With around 1.2 million inhabitants, Mombasa is a true metropolis and, after the capital Nairobi, the second largest city in Kenya. Many tourists from abroad visit Kenya to experience exciting safaris and get up close and personal with exotic wildlife. Safaris can of course also be undertaken from Mombasa. In addition, the city on the Indian Ocean is also ideal for a...
Mauritius offers pure luxury. Long paradisiacal sandy beaches, spectacular nature, luxury hotels and incredibly fascinating cultural sites. The lively cities provide a firework of the senses and relaxation is provided by the soft sand under your feet. The small island state offers tourists a real dream holiday. But what exactly are the most popular destinations on...
As a fascinating and often underestimated destination, Angola has so far been spared mass tourism. This makes a trip to the south-west African country a special travel destination. In addition to lively cities and authentic villages, it is the beautiful nature of the country that captivates travelers. Rich in mineral resources and uniquely beautiful in terms of...