We are planning my husband's milestone 40th birthday trip this year including an African safari.

My name is Anniina Sandberg. I am an anthropologist and the founder of Visit Natives, a travel company focused on community led and field based experiences.

Living in Zanzibar is wonderful — the beaches, spice farms, and vibrant culture are incredible. But like many popular destinations, the island faces challenges meeting the demands of tourism.

Each year, the historic city of Ouidah in Benin hosts Vodun Days — an international festival celebrating Vodun art, culture, and spirituality.

I spent a weekend in Badagry, just a few hours from the busy city of Lagos, and it turned out to be more than a getaway — it was a journey through time, memory, and connection.

I’m a new agent based in Tanzania. I’m getting stuck figuring out what a good start-to-finish client workflow looks like. If anyone has a resource, checklist, or example of their process, I’d be so grateful for any advice.

Thanks to Lagos Travel Massive members for joining us at our 2025 Hangout at Seventh Heaven Lounge & Bar for a day filled with industry discussions and innovation talks.

I lived among the Maasai for a full year, an experience that turned my ideas about love, family, and community upside down.

From Nairobi’s co-working boom to the beaches of Diani, the scene is growing fast. I’m curious if anyone here has joined or hosted a nomad program in Africa before. What worked, what didn’t?

Content creator Alma Asinobi attempted to break a Guinness World Record by visiting all seven continents within 60 hours to expose the challenges of traveling on a "low-mobility" passport.

Miremby is an ethical, community-led tour operator offering immersive travel experiences in Madagascar.

After spending several weeks exploring and photographing these amazing granitic islands for the Seychelles Tourism Board, I created a shortlist of the best beaches.