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Is Nairobi, Kenya Safe? 6 Essential Tips for Travelers

Dave Stamboulis shares his tips on avoiding scams, theft, and safety for women and LGBTQ+ travelers in Kenya's capital city.

Ethiopia

Women’s Safety in Ethiopia: 8 Things I Wish I Knew

Is Ethiopia safe for women traveling alone? We asked Alicia Erickson to share eight travel safety tips.

Tanzania

How to Bargain with Touts When Traveling in Tanzania

Like many other countries, touting and bartering are a way of life in Tanzania. Find out how to hold your ground and barter with the locals with these tips.

Tanzania

How to Stay Healthy in Tanzania: Travel Hygiene Tips

If you're heading to Tanzania, make sure you have these vaccinations and be aware of these diseases and tips to stay healthy.

Tanzania

Is Crime a Problem in Tanzania? How To Travel Safely

Tanzania is mostly trouble-free and a safe place to visit. Here are a few tips to avoid petty crime and danger.

Tanzania

Transport in Tanzania: How to Travel Around Safely

Tanzania is a hub of activity in East Africa with spectacular landscapes and wildlife. We have a look at how you can get around independently with these safety tips.

Zambia

Transport in Zambia: How to Travel Around Safely

The most dangerous parts of Zambia are its border regions. Reconsider your need to travel to these areas due to the risk of landmines.

Zambia

Is Zambia Safe? 5 Essential Travel Safety Tips to Know

Petty crime and scams occur in Zambia, but there are things you can do to stay one step ahead of the local crims. Here's how to stay safe and within the law while traveling.

Congo

Is Republic of the Congo Safe for Travelers? Essential Tips

Not to be confused with the much larger DRC, Republic of the Congo sits on the northwestern border and became independent from France in 1960.

Gabon

Gabon Safe? 11 Essential Tips Travelers Need to Know

Crime, road safety, interruptions to power and unsafe transport are just some of the things travelers need to consider before going to Gabon.

Mauritius

Is Mauritius Safe? 9 Essential Travel Safety Tips

What you need to know about crime, health, natural hazards, and local laws in the tropical paradise of Mauritius.