The Rough Guide First-Time Africa 2 - Couverture souple

The Rough Guide First-Time Africa tells you everything you need to know before you go, from visas and vaccinations to budgets and packing. It will help you plan the best possible trip, with advice on when to go, what not to miss and how to avoid trouble on the road. You'll find information on what tickets to buy, where to stay, what to eat and how to stay healthy and save money in Africa. The Rough Guide First-Time Africa also includes insightful profiles of 53 countries, from Algeria to Zambia, highlighting the best places to visit alongside country-specific websites, clear maps, suggested reading and budget information. Be inspired by the full-colour 'things not to miss' section whilst useful contact details will help you plan your route. All kinds of advice and anecdotes from travellers who've been there and done it will make travelling stress-free. The Rough Guide First-Time Africa has everything you need to get your journey underway. Make the most of your time on earth with The Rough Guide First-Time Africa.

Richard Trillo has been visiting Africa since 1978. He is the coauthor of The Rough Guide to Kenya, The Rough Guide to Madagascar, and The Rough Guide to First-Time Africa (with Emma Gregg). Trillo was the director of communications for Rough Guides in London from 1990 to 2006. He is currently the Kenya program manager for Expert Africa, a UK-based tour company specializing in safaris and vacations to southern and eastern Africa.

Emma Gregg is a freelance writer, editor, and photographer with special interests in art, architecture, watersports, and responsible tourism. Long associated with Rough Guides, Gregg is coauthor of The Rough Guide to The Gambia, the editor of Travel Africa magazine, and a contributor to many other travel publications.