Africa can be a beautiful country depending on where you go. Lots of people like Kenya and Tanzania, especially after Invictus made its rounds in theatres and Direct TV, but there are lots of other parts of the continent to explore as well. However, you want to make sure you are prepared before you take a trip on the wild side.
No matter where you go or what you do in Africa, you want to make sure you have your papers in order. Some of the more destabilized regions of the country can be downright hostile to the non-local and having fast access to an embassy means having those papers in order. Missionaries and aid workers stationed in Africa usually develop “bug-out” kits containing all the necessary paperwork and visas. A kit like this can really speed up departure and make leaving the country that much easier.
This article is not meant to scare anyone away from the idea of taking a trip to Africa. There are plenty of beautiful sights and locations to really take in. The culture is something many people from the west absolutely fall in love with as well, but you have to be careful and be aware of your surroundings.
