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13 Amazing African National Parks

Africa is renowned for its wildlife, so it's little wonder that the continent has the highest concentration of national parks on earth (335), which together protect over 1,100 species of mammals, 100,000 species of insects, 2,600 bird species of birds, and 3,000 species of fish....

10 Must-See Places in Ethiopia

There's much more to Ethiopia than the news you consume in the media. Adventure, history, nature, culture, religion, gastronomy...

Best Places to Shop & What to Buy

Ethiopian artisans are well known for their leatherwork, traditional fabrics, shoes, jewelry and more. Today, the creative force of freedom seems to have influenced the artists and their creations. If you are looking to bring back something authentic from this part of the world, be sure...

10 Animals You’ll Only Find in Ethiopia

Ethiopia is a land of natural contrasts, from the tops of the rugged Simien Mountains to the depths of the Danakil Depression. Animal lovers are more likely to think of Tanzania or Kenya, but while it might not have the luxury safari options that the...

Top 10 Foods You Need to Try in Ethiopia

Ethiopian cuisine typically consists of vegetables and often very spicy meat dishes, usually in the form of wat, a thick stew, served atop injera, a large sourdough flatbread, which is about 50 centimeters in diameter and made out of fermented teff flour. Ethiopians eat exclusively...

10 of South Africa’s Most Beautiful Wine Districts

In July, we showed you 10 of Europe's most beautiful wine regions; now it's time to turn the spotlight on the incredible wine districts of South Africa. Blessed with stunning landscapes and fertile soils ideal for growing a wide variety of grapes, South Africa is...