Samburu and Shaba Reserves are some of the most pristine reserves in Kenya, and protect a habitat surprisingly rich in wildlife. The Reserves provide the chance to see many species not found elsewhere in Kenya, such as Grey's zebra, the rare beisa oryx and the Somali ostrich.

Tucked between Jordan's sandstone cliffs in the southwestern desert, Petra was carved directly into rose-colored rock more than 2,000 years ago. Visitors approaching through the narrow gorge known as the Siq are rewarded with their first glimpse of Al-Khazneh, the Treasury, a towering facade that seems to appear from another world.

Keolodeo Ghana Bird Sanctuary at Bharatpur is famous for a large variety of migratory and resident birds, including the Siberian Crane.

In southern Tanzania, this pleasant town is the capital of the Mbeya region and an important trading center for tobacco, tea, cocoa and cattle. It is the last railroad stop in the country before entering Zambia

Togo, a narrow country in West Africa, stretches from the Gulf of Guinea in the south to savanna landscapes in the north. Its diverse cultures and languages, combined with vibrant music and dance traditions, create a lively and colorful atmosphere throughout the country.