An African Holiday🏄🏽♀️✈️
#184: “With age, comes wisdom. With travel, comes understanding.” – Sandra Lake
Seasons greetings, Venturer,
As we come to the end of the year, like most people during this time, I have been reflecting on the things I did in 2023 and my plan for 2024. I realised that one of the highlights of my year was visiting the Republic of Benin. It was an illuminating experience, and I enjoyed every moment of it.
In 2024, I would love to visit more African countries and experience different cultures. The increasing global recognition of Africa, driven by its economic opportunities, vibrant entertainment scene, and numerous other factors, has led to a rising fascination with tourism on the continent. As this interest continues to expand, we have collated a list of visa-friendly African countries to visit.
May the new year be filled with exciting travels, unforgettable memories, and the thrill of uncovering hidden gems.
Boluwatife Areola
Content Developer, Ventures Africa
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