Africa Insider Tips

Egypt | The Nile River, the world's longest river, streams through Egypt and is the country's most vital waterway. Originating near the equator flowing northward through Africa to the Mediterranean Sea, most of Egypt's population live along its rich river valley.

Egypt | Home to seven UNESCO World heritage sites, be sure to visit Egypt's breathtaking ancient archaeological wonders from Abu Mena, Abu Simbel, Ancient Thebes and Historic Cairo, to the fossils of Wadi Al-Hitan, and Memphis and its Necropolis.

Egypt | Most likely adapted from the solar year, the Egyptians are credited to have created the first known 365-day civil calendar that is divided into 12 equal months.

Egypt | Constructed 1,200 years before King Tut's reign, the Great Pyramid of Giza is the largest pyramid in Egypt and built for the tomb of the 4th dynasty King Khufu.

South Africa, Cape Town | Awarded international accreditation, Cape Town is blessed with numerous Blue Flag beaches certified for their environmental practices, water quality and safety. Be sure to visit pristine Camps Bay Beach and Clifton 4th Beach.

South Africa, Cape Town | An annual event, the Mother City Queer Project in Cape Town is host to one of the grandest theme costume parties on the entire continent, celebrating LBGTQ rights and featuring live music and a variety of festivities.

South Africa, Cape Town | Off the coast of Cape Town, Robben Island was often used as a prison, hospital and military base for centuries, and housed 20th-century political prisoners including Nelson Mandela. Explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site and museum, which is is also home to protected seals, penguins and seabirds.

South Africa, Cape Town | Once a port for 19th-century European ships along the Atlantic shore, the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront is a vibrant modern harbor vaunting iconic Table Mountain views. Discover a wealth of experiences from shopping, dining, entertainment and attractions to hotels, cruises and boat tours.

South Africa, Cape Town | Nestled on the slopes of Table Mountain, delight in more than 7,000 unique plant species at South Africa's Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens, one of nine in the country covering five of the region's biomes. Stroll the Canopy Bridge built above the lush valley for an incredible afternoon.

South Africa, Johannesburg | Filled with genuine artifacts, photos, footage and emotion, uncover the struggles of South Africa's genesis to democracy with the graphic exhibits at The Apartheid Museum.

South Africa, Johannesburg | Discover the days of the gold rush on the Witwatersrand at the Gold Reef City Amusement Park, with a visit to the gold mining museum to see an ore vein or witness the pouring of molten gold into barrels.

South Africa, Johannesburg | Weekends come alive with tourists and locals alike in the Market on Main in the Maboneng Precinct. Enjoy trendy shops, unique galleries, clubs and stores combined with international foods, music and fun vibes.

South Africa, Johannesburg | For the brave at heart, test your courage with a bungee jump off the suspension bridge connecting the Orlando Towers or enjoy the climbing wall, paintball or other lively adventures.