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Peaceful & covering just over 10,000 square miles (26,000 square km), yet packed with natural beauty & wildlife including mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, 400 bird species, the rare golden monkey & 12 other species) in the jungle & on the savannah.

Yes, that Dubai, with all those Rolls-Royces, gilded malls, indoor ski area, and seven-star hotels. Plus lower-key Abu Dhabi, just up the coast. And guess what? You don't need to take out a second mortgage to come and see what all the fuss is about!

A profession very much in transition, travel's front-line retailers are some of the most knowledgeable folks in the industry. Here's a place to exchange views about issues, destinations, and more!

Here's one sub-Saharan African country that truly has it all: sophisticated urban culture and nightlife, safaris and nature, wine country, soft adventure. You can dress it up or dress it down!

In the jungle, the mighty jungle, ee-ee-um-um-a-weh...

ኖር! One of Africa's most historic and intriguing countries also has one of its most compelling cuisine. And budget travel? There's hardly any other kind here.

A relatively prosperous safari superstar in southern Africa, its also home to most of the continent's San (bushmen).

Marhaba! This exotic but not intimidating North African kingdom just knocks our socks off with its ancient, labyrinthine "imperial cities"; its beautiful beaches; and its scrumptious cuisine. Maroc, c'est magnifique!

Did you know that Germany had a colony in southern Africa? In neat, tranquil Windhoek you can still find beer halls & German-speakers. That plus spectacular scenery, wildlife, & local culture such as that of the San (bushmen) adds up to fascination.

Winos -- er, oenophiles -- unite! You've got dozens of fetching countries to choose from, and plenty of options to keep your budget under control. Cheers!

Welcome, ladies! Whether you're hitting the road solo or planning a "girlfriend getaway" with gal pals, here's a look at your special issues, organizations, and info sources.

Its capital Dar es Salaam and language Swahili, East Africa's biggest country is known for its Serengeti grasslands; Mount Kilimanjaro, of course; the swell safari-ing found in and around its Ngorongoro Crater; and exotic/historic offshore Zanzibar.

The silverback gorilla is the star but is also just one of the awesome variety of wildlife in this East African country. Here you'll also find the source of the Nile, some beautiful scenery, and a welcoming capital, Kampala.

One of Africa's great safari destinations, home to the reknowned Masai, and a nifty coast to visit, as well!