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Top spots for skiing and snowboarding in Africa

By KADEALO Editorial Team|2020-10-25T21:01:20+00:00July 25th, 2020|

When you think of snow and skiing or snowboarding you often think of places like the Alps, or even some hills and resorts in various parts of western Europe. No one ever really considers snowboarding in Africa or for it to be a great place to get your ski on, and why not? With some incredibly impressive mountains strewn across areas of the continent, there is no better time than now to check out the fantastic slopes and resorts of Africa. Courtesy of skiresorts.travel Snowboarding in Africa: Tikjda Resort – Djurdjura, Algeria Algeria is home to some of the [...]

Collection of fascinating facts and maps of Africa

By KADEALO Editorial Team|2020-11-01T12:04:03+00:00July 14th, 2020|

Africa is so often labelled “the forgotten continent”, simply because people just don't know much about it, and it is so often ignored in western media, which tends to feeds this cycle. The misconceptions people have about certain African nations are also completely removed from the reality: For example, many people still imagine Ethiopia as being a place of drought, famine and civil war, because of the widely reported famines it suffered in the ‘90s due to the Communist insurgency. But this could not be further from the truth: Indeed, most of the country is actually mainly comprised of a lush, green mountainous topography, [...]

25 African natural wonders for your bucket list

By KADEALO Editorial Team|2020-06-24T22:08:16+00:00June 23rd, 2020|

Courtesy of ER Bauer/Flickr African Natural Wonder: Sossusvlei, Namibia With its iconic red sand dunes, that are constantly moulded into different shapes and patterns by the wind, Sossuvlei is one of the most photogenic wonders of Africa. The sand dunes are in fact some of the largest in the world, and the salt and clay pan at the end of the Tsauchab River is where Soussusvlei gets its name from: In Nama and Afrikaans it means “dead-end” and “marsh”. The iconic red dunes of Soussusvlei are formed through a geological process that has been taking place for millions of years. The [...]

Magnificent African waterfalls, rivers and lakes

By KADEALO Editorial Team|2020-06-24T20:54:07+00:00June 23rd, 2020|

Courtesy of Max R - ooyooy/Flickr African River: Niger River The Niger is the third largest river in Africa, only behind the Nile and the Congo rivers, at 4,180km. Its source lies in the Guinea Highlands in southern Guinea. It runs through Mali, Niger, down the border with Benin before flowing through Nigeria and out into the Atlantic ocean via an eneormous delta, which is known as the Niger Delta, or sometimes the Oil Rivers. The Niger is uniquely shaped for such a large river, almost like a crescent or boomerang shape. This is because the Niger used to be two [...]

Useful travel tips for an African safari

By KADEALO Editorial Team|2020-07-04T13:43:39+00:00June 19th, 2020|

Africa is as beautiful and majestic as it is wild and diverse, and it has the ability to evoke emotions from within that we never thought possible. Africa almost literally has it all: From the grasslands of the Savannas and the desert landscapes of the Sahara to the tropical white sandy beaches of Africa’s tropical islands, each sight will most certainly leave a lasting impression upon you. The main issue that people seem to have with Africa, is that they believe the media and fall into the trap of categorizing Africa as one entity. Africa is comprised of more than 40 countries, each one [...]

Top African national parks and game reserves to visit

By KADEALO Editorial Team|2020-06-23T11:25:59+00:00June 16th, 2020|

Our planet is home to some of the most beautiful and magical locations you could ever hope to clasp eyes on, yet many of us will sadly never get to see them for one reason or another, and that is such a shame. People say that travelling is one of the most rewarding experiences you could ever wish for, which is why we’re being encouraged to pack our cases and jet, or sail, off to parts of the world that we may previously have never considered visiting. When booking your next getaway, instead of going to the all-inclusive holiday resort that you always go [...]

Seven of the most romantic African hideouts

By KADEALO Editorial Team|2020-06-23T21:05:41+00:00June 16th, 2020|

Everybody deserves the chance to get away and escape the hustle and bustle of modern society, and for some of us, getting away from it all can do us, and our relationships, a whole world of good. For couples from all over the globe, a romantic getaway for two could be just what is needed to reignite the spark in their relationship/marriage, rather than just doing something conventional, if this applies to you, why not push the boat out and try something new? Africa is, without question, one of the most beautiful parts of the world and is home to so many different surroundings [...]

The ultimate luxury African hotel guide

By KADEALO Editorial Team|2020-06-23T16:18:40+00:00June 13th, 2020|

Africa, for all its wild and exciting glory often conjures up images of safari tents and small mud villages, but that couldn't be further from the truth. In fact, many high-end, exquisite, luxury African hotels can be found dotted throughout the continent amongst its fifty-four countries. This article looks at a few of these exotic, luxury options in a bit more detail. Courtesy of constancehotels.com Luxury African Hotel: Constance Lemuria, The Seychelles Amongst the white sand beaches of the Seychelles are a number of first class, luxury resorts, prime for special getaways or honeymoons. One such place is the [...]

Top 7 African travel blogs to check out

By KADEALO Editorial Team|2020-06-24T20:38:17+00:00June 13th, 2020|

They say that travel broadens the mind and opens up a whole new world of possibilities and new horizons, and if you’ve ever travelled out of your usual surroundings, you will probably feel inclined to agree. Travelling however, is not necessarily the cheapest of pastimes, nor is it necessarily the easiest. Travelling requires research, it requires access to the right tools and equipment, it requires preparation, and it requires an open mind. Africa is one of the most popular destinations for travelling in the entire world, and because the continent has so much on offer, you can understand why. There is culture, amazing scenery [...]

Top African golf courses that will amaze you

By KADEALO Editorial Team|2020-07-04T13:24:42+00:00June 12th, 2020|

Africa is widely known for its exciting activities such as safaris or tribal village visits, but there is so much more to do there than just kick back on safari all day. For those looking for an opportunity to stretch their muscles and get a bit of sport in, the African continent is a perfect place to get some golfing in. With the variety of pristine African golf courses spread throughout the continent, there will be a course somewhere that will provide both the challenge and enjoyment you're looking for. Courtesy of thelinks.fancourt.co.za African Golf Course: Fancourt Links, South Africa [...]