Africa

Morocco:

Casablanca, Marrakesh & Tangier: This kingdom of ancient wonders and modern conflicts blends Berber, Arab and European culture in cosmopolitan cities with deserts and the Atlas mountains looming to separate Morocco from the rest of vast Africa.

Canary Islands:

the tropical isles of Spain: On this stunning volcanic archipelago, resorts nest amid pre-historic monuments and dramatic geology.

Cape Verde:

the tropical isles of the mid Atlantic: These verdant islands are far offshore in the Atlantic, with Afro-Portuguese culture.

Sao Tome & Principe:

This remnant of the Portuguese empire and its slave trade is now an independent nation with charming architecture and balmy sea climate, especially beautiful on Bom Bom Island.

Angola & Luanda:

This new nation with rich natural resources has been afflicted with its colonial past and present development as seen in the booming city of Luanda, the third largest Portuguese speaking city in the world.

Whither Africa?

A discussion of the larger issues facing the great continent, including resource development and social issues.

Namibia & The Skeleton Coast:

In Walvis Bay and Luderitz, vast desert and wildlife cling to the shore where in the days of sail, shipwrecks have stranded sailors.

Islands and Refuges of the South Atlantic:

A description of the lonely islands of Ascension, Helena and other watery outposts whose visitors included Napoleon.

South Africa & Cape Town:

The prosperous yet conflicted nation is leading Africa’s future, especially after the dramatic end to apartheid led by Nelson Mandela.