Senegal

A peaceful, French- and Wolof-speaking Muslim country in West Africa, outside capital Dakar are great beaches, nature, village culture and of course most immediately Goree Island, the slave-trade complex that was for many the jumping-off point for the Middle Passage across the Atlantic Ocean. A warning to gay people, however: the current régime is virulently homophobic.

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A visit to the southeast´s Senegal´s Bassari People

Niels Broekzitte One of Senegal's most remote tribes dwells in the hills of the country's southeast. And after visiting this region and its multicultural landscapes - also including the Peul (aka Fula or Fulani) and Bedik ethnic groups - we highly recommend it to those who prefer cultural and responsible tourism, and those who want to experience Africa at its most rustic and adventurous.The gateway to Iiyari, aka Bassari country, is Tambacounda, eastern Senegal's largest city (pop. 115,000),…

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Senegal cited in '12 Top Destinations for African-Diaspora Travel'

Welcome to February! Since 1970, it's also been Black History Month in the USA, and since 1995 in Canada, as well (whereas it's observed in October in the United Kingdom, Ireland, and the Netherlands). And though the reason for the African diaspora was tragic and horrific - the brutal, centuries-long trafficking of human slaves - it has also enriched many parts of the world, and indeed, world culture as a whole. So what better way to kick BHM off than with a look at a dozen of the most…

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Casamance in south Senegal is an under-the-radar gem

Senegal is one of West Africa's most popular countries for holidaymakers for good reason. There's its culturally and historically vibrant capital Dakar; its lovely Atlantic Ocean beaches; and truly amazing options for lovers of nature and adventure. A few months ago this blog laid out some particularly fetching eco-excursions out of..., and if that sort of thing floats your boat, you'll want to set aside another chunk of time to experience a swath of the country even farther afield. Just a…

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3 excellent excursions from Dakar

evenfth Wee it may be, but the West Africa country of Senegal definitely punches above its weight when it comes to culture, nature, and historic sights on this continent. All that, plus a wonderful sense of taranga (hospitality in the local-majority Wolof language, spoken together with colonial-holdover French). Most visitors, of course, experience dynamic capital Dakar, with its exuberant street life, nightlife, and remarkable Gorée Island, site of several interesting museums as well…

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Helen Brown April 28, 2024 at 6:35pm

Cruising in Senegal? That had not occurred to me! https://www.cntraveler.com/story/senegal-river-cruise-bou-el-mogdad

Exploring Senegal's Vibrant Countryside by River Cruise

A luxurious week-long voyage on the Bou el Mogdad from Saint-Louis to the trading town of Podor.
Riccardo R February 24, 2024 at 11:38am

Hey, Senegal made the list of Aussie travel site Escape.com´s 12 hot destinations for 2024! https://www.escape.com.au/destinations/new-upcoming-tourist-destina...
María José January 31, 2024 at 2:53pm

Find out why Senegal is on Australian travel site Escape.com´s list of 12 hot destinations for 2024: https://www.escape.com.au/destinations/new-upcoming-tourist-destina...
Max Pesling October 13, 2023 at 8:16pm

Seems like some mighty sweet strands in Senegal! https://theculturetrip.com/africa/senegal/articles/the-best-beaches...

The Best Beaches to Visit in Senegal

With fine golden sand making up most of Senegals 330 miles 531 km of Atlantic coastline Senegal is a beach lovers paradise. Here are six of the best…
Helen Brown March 11, 2023 at 11:29am

A nice piece in the UK Reader's Digest about Senegal's appeal for those interested in Africa beyond safaris: https://www.readersdigest.co.uk/lifestyle/travel/why-you-need-to-vi...

Why you need to visit Senegal - Reader's Digest

Senegal is the perfect destination for anyone looking to experience more than a safari holiday in sub-Saharan Africa
Max Pesling June 19, 2022 at 6:48pm

Late last year, a YouTube channel called The African Script - which tries to change the media narrative about the continent from the mainly negative - posted an interesting video about the history, people/culture, economy: https://youtu.be/PYHFRjhao8c
West Africa Discovery June 5, 2011 at 10:58pm

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Mahmood M Poonja June 24, 2010 at 10:34am

Hi Mirelle - interesting to pick Senegal as a culinary destination. Can you send me some information at - mahmood.poonja@bestway.com
Mahmood M Poonja June 24, 2010 at 10:32am

A big debate on the African Renaissance Monument in Dakar. Was it worth the cost - some say being as much as $ 27 million.