How to Get to Southern Africa From All the Major Continents

No matter which part of the world you are from, there is bound to be a fairly easy way for you to get to the part of Africa you wish to travel. You can fly from most major ports into South Africa with SAA. From there, you can get a connecting route to almost anywhere in Africa you please.

Other major airlines from Europe, Australia and America frequently have flights to South Africa. British Airways, Lufthansa and KLM are of the most frequent European Airlines. Emirates Airline has regular flights from the East.

The Emirates flight from Johannesburg via Dubai to London is sometimes a cheaper option than any of the direct airlines. Even though Australia is literally next to South Africa many times the Johannesburg, Dubai connections to Australia are the cheapest.

If there are no direct flights from your own country to the African country you are visiting, then you will need to get a connecting flight from OR Tambo airport in Johannesburg.

There are many internal flights available in Africa via the national airlines of the various countries.

There are a few South African airlines which offer cheap flights between the major cities of Durban, Cape Town and Johannesburg.

Their air crafts are most probably the ugliest on the tarmac but they get the job done and you won't ever get onto the wrong plane. Mango is very distinctly orange, the entire plane is orange. 1Time looks like a dirty red spot and Kulula a bright dark green overgrown bug.

The very adventurous might attempt driving from Europe through Africa. A ferry crossing from Spain will take you into Morocco. This is however not advisable for everybody. These kinds of trips require extreme planning.

Road networks in Africa are from average to bad to non-existent in certain places. Hospitals and medical services are few and far apart and not all African countries are safe to drive in if you are not an expert on schemes and bribery.

The Italian cruise liner, the MSC Melody, do some trips between Durban on the East Coast of Africa and Genoa in Italy. After the recent attack on this liner by pirates from Somalia this service might now be in jeopardy.

You can take a cruise on a boat around the islands of the Indian ocean off the coast of Durban. You could also visit Mauritius and the islands of Mozambique.

The ideal for any traveler coming to the Southern part of Africa will be to start the trip in South Africa and from there travel to the other African countries.

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Great Holidays Start With Cheap Flights

After stepping off of cheap flights to Andalusia tourists can roam from historical tours of the old Moorish sites of Al-Andalus to the sunshine resorts of Malaga.

For many people, cheap flights to Spain are all about the Costa del Sol or the teeming city life of Barcelona, but an area as large as the Iberian Peninsula has a lot more to surprise the visitor.

The south western region of Andalusia is made up of eight provinces: Almeria, Cadiz, Cordoba, Granada, Huelva, Jaen, Malaga, and Seville. Unsurprisingly, for an area so close to North Africa, the climate is warm and sunny for most of the year, becoming especially hot in the summer months.

This is a major attraction to people considering when to book cheap flights to Andalusia. The warm weather begins as early as March and holds up right through to November. Even the winters are mild, if rainy.

The region itself is steeped in history. It was the site for Rome's epic war with Hannibal and Carthage and boasts many remains from the classical period.

In 711-718 AD, the Umayyad Caliphate invaded from Morocco, and gave the region the name from which Andalusia is derived - Al-Andalus. During the next 800 years of Muslim rule it became a centre of learning, commerce and architecture.

Indeed, it is the stunning architectural wonders which draw visitors to this day. Perhaps the most famous of these is the Alhambra - a vast, sumptuous palace and fortress complex which overlooks the city of Granada.

Other wonders of Moorish architecture include the stunning Mesquita mosque and cathedral in Cordoba and Seville's twin delights - the Alcazar palace and the nearby Giralda cathedral.

The major cities of Andalusia are packed with bars and restaurants - many of which combine delicious tapas with very reasonable prices. Seville is famed as the birthplace of flamenco, and is proud to offer culture vultures a wide choice of venues to hear the music and witness the frenetic dancing.

Although a far cry from the packed resorts of the Costa del Sol, the region has scores of quiet coastal resorts for those who wish to bask in the Andalusian sun and swim in the warm waters of the Mediterranean and the Atlantic.

Just a few hours' drive further north takes the traveller into the mountains, with traditional whitewashed villages, spectacular scenery and opportunities for hiking, cycling, bird watching and even skiing, in the resorts of the Sierra Nevada.

A holiday in Andalusia is a great way to combine the culture of Europe with the sunshine of the tropics and outdoor activities. Cheap flights to Andalusia are abundant online and there are some great package holidays out there too.

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10 Reasons to Visit Morocco - A Holiday and a Lifestyle!

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This exotic North African country can be as relaxing or as adventurous as you want it to be. Here is how to get the best out of the country's luxury resort hotels, exotic souks, mountain treks and desert safaris, with 10 tips and reasons to visit Morocco to help start your holiday planning and further research.

Beaches:

Take your pick from a wide choice of beaches on Morocco's Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts. Opt for popular resorts such as Agadir or quiet spots such as Asilah and Oualidia.

Cities:

Morocco's imperial cities dazzle with old palaces, medinas and bustling markets. Top options include Marrakech, Fes and Rabat.

Riads:

Get a taste of typical Moroccan hospitality with a stay at a riad, which is usually a palace or grand courtyard home that has been turned into a luxury boutique hotel or bed and breakfast.

Desert:

Head into the Sahara on a camel trek or four-wheel drive excursion. Book a day trip or stay in a Bedouin tent.

Mountains:

No matter where you choose to stay in Morocco, the mountains beckon. The Atlas range runs through the middle of the country, while the Rif Mountains sweep down to the north coast.

Food:

Mouth-watering Moroccan cuisine will have you asking for more. Try tajine, a subtly-flavoured stew using lamb, chicken or fish. Couscous dishes are also popular. Wash them down with wine, beer or refreshing mint tea.

Shopping:

Get lost in the souks of Casablanca, Tangier and other towns and cities as you barter for brightly-patterned ceramics, leather goods, baskets, carpets and jewellery.

Spas:

Wind down in traditional steam baths found in towns and cities throughout the country. Luxury hotels in resorts such as Essaouira have modern spas offering a wide variety of treatments.

History:

Imperial cities such as Tetouan boast ancient medinas that have hardly changed in thousands of years. Head towards the desert and you'll see spectacular kasbahs built into cliff walls.

Festivals:

Music, dance and Arab traditions such as storytelling and horse riding are at the fore of Morocco's moussems, held throughout the country and incorporating a fair and a religious celebration. Top picks include the rose moussem at Kelaat M'Gouna near Ouarzazate and the date festival at Erfoud on the edge of the desert.

A holiday in Morocco is full of excitement. Whether you choose to stay in a sumptuous city hotel in Morocco, or sleep under the stars in a remote Berber village, there's an atmosphere of mystique and magic, where you will take away amazing memories of snake charmers and camel trains to kasbahs and minarets.

Penny Church, writes for the map-based holiday destination and flight finder Travelwhere. With Travelwhere, you can find discount flights to Morocco along with a wealth of additional information - including the package holiday brochures of specialist tour operators to Morocco.

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