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13 Lessons Learned from Fodorites' 2011 Trip Reports

Reading trip reports from other travelers can be an invaluable resource for planning your next vacation. They're often great for gathering information on topics such as what to expect when you land, where to find top hotels and the best under-the-radar restaurants, and when to book ahead for must-do activities. Essentially, it's all about the experience of what worked—and perhaps even more importantly, what didn't.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on January 05, 2012 at 2:54:51 PM EST Tagged: Rome, Florence, Venice, India, Thailand, Toronto, New York City, Antigua, Guatemala, Honduras, Africa, Tanzania, Buenos Aires, France, Paris, Japan, Australia, Los Angeles, Washington DC
Practical Travel Tips

Shop smart for gems in Tanzania

Do not buy any tanzanite from street vendors. Nine times out of 10 it will be a fake stone. View more Tanzania Travel Tips.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on September 25, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EDT Tagged: Africa, Tanzania, Shopping
Practical Travel Tips

Check your passport before traveling to South Africa

Certain countries, such as South Africa, won't let you enter with a passport that will expire less than 30 days after your planned departure from the country; also, you need two blank pages in your passport to enter South Africa.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on September 17, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EDT Tagged: Africa, South Africa, Passports and Visas
Trip Ideas & Itineraries

What's New in Kenya

More of you than ever have made Kenya your dream safari destination but here’s why more people doesn’t necessarily mean less enjoyment of the wildlife.

Posted by Eric Wechter on August 22, 2011 at 12:20:12 PM EDT Tagged: Africa, Kenya, Safari, Green Travel
Practical Travel Tips

Don't be an ugly American—learn Moroccan customs before you go

People come first; the actions to be accomplished are secondary. Moroccans shake hands with each other every time they meet. Nothing can happen without politeness: if you have a problem and lose your temper, you give up hope of solving it.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on June 07, 2011 at 1:00:00 AM EDT Tagged: Africa, Morocco
Practical Travel Tips

8 Tips for Visiting Zanzibar: Africa's Spice Island

If you’re keen on tacking on some R&R after your oh-so-stressful Safari, consider Zanzibar. The "zan" in Tanzania is just an hour-and-a-half ferry ride from the mainland in the Indian Ocean. It’s the perfect tropical spot to kick back and relax.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on May 23, 2011 at 1:16:20 PM EDT Tagged: Africa, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Safari
Practical Travel Tips

4 Tips for Green Travel in Africa

Being eco-conscious is the only way to ensure that Africa's amazing biodiversity continues to thrive for years to come. Follow our four tips to minimize your footprint.

Posted by Fodor's Editors on April 01, 2011 at 10:25:06 AM EDT Tagged: Africa, Green Travel, Eco-Travel
Life-Changing Trips

How to Plan Your Own Kenya Safari and Beach Adventure

In recent years, Kenya has quietly asserted itself to become an unbeatable destination for modern romantic and conservation-minded travel. Here are some tips for making the most of your Kenyan adventure, in the bush and on the beach.

Posted by Fodor's Guest Blogger on January 31, 2011 at 10:56:54 AM EST Tagged: Africa, Kenya, Lamu, Nairobi, Community, Safari