RESEARCH: go on, find out every thing you can about your holiday Destination. All African Countries have their individual selling point eg Beautiful landscapes, warm weather, Bright Sunny Days, Low exchange rates, warm friendly people. They may also have their terrible lows. eg, Possible violent outbreaks, low security in some areas.

Make a Friend: The best way to enjoy your holiday and have a personal one on one experience wt the people and locality is to make a friend in your destination of Choice. this should be relatively easy to do so long as one starts early. Look for persons with common interests and Ideas. Although it Make senses to be cautious, do not swallow hook line and sinker, ever thing you see on CNN. The friends you make will usually be more than willing to act as a tour guide ,as well help you mix easier. the feeling of being a perpetual visitor should be greatly reduced. In addition it should encourage the locals to adopt a warmer attitude. You are also less likely to get cheated.

Accommodation: There are any number Hotels, and guest Houses, with different price ranges to suit different Budgets. There are also willing host families who take in guests (on a prearranged basis ) for a minimum amount of Money. However guests will be expected to chip in on House hold chores, avoid general bad behavior and as much as possible live in consonance with the rules of the family. More often than not, the Family bends over backwards to make you comfortable so not too worry!! For more infomation mail

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Security: certain areas of the continent have a high security Risk prevalence. With special regards to our Caucasian friends. You will do well to do a little research.

Budgeting And Banking: Most Banks provide direct access to funds. You may however discuss details with your Customer care person or Bank manager. For further inquiries, mail be on the afore stated address. Will get all information I can especially with regard to NIgerian Bank

Religion, Dressing: Some parts of the continent do not condone skimpy dressing , bikinis, and all that. It really is alright in most cosmopolitan cities. However, in cities where the Islamic Sharia religion is practiced, public consumption of alcohol, public sexual activity and skimpy clothes may land one in a lot of hot water

Hope the infomation is helpful..

Samira

Sleeksam2002@yahoo.co.uk