Democratic, progressive, educated and above all, refreshingly wild. The inspiring story of Botswana is a journey from poverty to become one of the most stable and prosperous societies in Africa.
The country will celebrate in 2016 the 50th anniversary of its
independence and has much to celebrate, also the way in which he
balanced economic growth with protection of their natural resources. That the traveler be prepared: it is a journey that will leave you breathless.
In 2016 Botswana will celebrate 50 years of independence. "And is it both?" The reader may think. Yes, it is for much: not only is the continent's longest multi-party democracy; also it has a progressive social policy (he was one of the first countries to provide antiretroviral drugs to its citizens, in 2002), minimum rates of corruption, a healthy and cultured tourism industry and an economy that is growing since independence country. The evolution of Botswana from abject poverty in 1966 to become one of the most stable and prosperous societies on the continent is most inspiring and certainly deserves all the praise.
. But that's not all Botswana is a unique destination: an unusual combination of desert and delta which attracts a huge concentration of wildlife. It's wild, pristine and extensive. 17% of the country is dedicated to national parks, many of which extend into the vast transfrontier parks of Kavango-Zambezi and Kgalagadi. This dedication to preserve some of the last wild areas of the planet was recognized in 2014, when the crown jewel of conservation in Botswana, the Okavango Delta , became the 1,000th site from the list of World Heritage Unesco. Despite such praise, Botswana continues off the map for many travelers. The impression is that it seems a remote place and not suitable for families; but it is not true. You have to go now! By plane, car or mokoro (canoe); in the fertile season or dry, it is always great; to Vumbura Plains Camp Jao Camp or, if there is money to make the trip of a lifetime, or take part in community projects Tsabong Camel Park and Moremi Gorge if the budget is tighter; honeymoon dream to Zibandianja lagoon in Linyanti, or adventure on horseback Mashatu Reserve; to see elephants in the Serengeti mini Savuti or meerkats in the Makgadikgadi Pan; alone, to study at the Okavango Guiding School, or with children to enjoy the award-winning family of Ker & Downey Safari (Safari Awards 2015). Anyway, no one will regret the trip. Word of honor.
Botswana offers so many experiences that will change one life it would be easier to list those that do not. His primal nature allows live very intense emotions, whether aboard a mokoro with an African rower between herds of hippos sun in the Okavango Delta, discovering the spirit of the first humans in the ancient rock art of Tsodilo, or ghostly beauty of ancient baobabs Kubu Island constellations illuminated by an immense night sky.
The "bottle of parking". With the rate of 30% on alcoholic beverages and the new regulation of schedules, which requires nightclubs to close at 2.00, the party in Gaborone he has moved outdoors, seizing suburban parks. There prick improvised DJ to dance the staff, well equipped with mini-refrigerators and camping chairs.
Direct flights. For years the government has requested international direct flights and relocation, in 2013, the sales office of De Beers from London to Gaborone (which moves US $ 6.5 billion a year in sales of diamonds) underlines that request. The airport and Gaborone track have been renovated recently and are planned reforms to Maun and Kasane. With so much movement is expected to have the coveted direct flights in the next 6 to 12 months carnival 2016
In 2016 Botswana will celebrate 50 years of independence. "And is it both?" The reader may think. Yes, it is for much: not only is the continent's longest multi-party democracy; also it has a progressive social policy (he was one of the first countries to provide antiretroviral drugs to its citizens, in 2002), minimum rates of corruption, a healthy and cultured tourism industry and an economy that is growing since independence country. The evolution of Botswana from abject poverty in 1966 to become one of the most stable and prosperous societies on the continent is most inspiring and certainly deserves all the praise.
. But that's not all Botswana is a unique destination: an unusual combination of desert and delta which attracts a huge concentration of wildlife. It's wild, pristine and extensive. 17% of the country is dedicated to national parks, many of which extend into the vast transfrontier parks of Kavango-Zambezi and Kgalagadi. This dedication to preserve some of the last wild areas of the planet was recognized in 2014, when the crown jewel of conservation in Botswana, the Okavango Delta , became the 1,000th site from the list of World Heritage Unesco. Despite such praise, Botswana continues off the map for many travelers. The impression is that it seems a remote place and not suitable for families; but it is not true. You have to go now! By plane, car or mokoro (canoe); in the fertile season or dry, it is always great; to Vumbura Plains Camp Jao Camp or, if there is money to make the trip of a lifetime, or take part in community projects Tsabong Camel Park and Moremi Gorge if the budget is tighter; honeymoon dream to Zibandianja lagoon in Linyanti, or adventure on horseback Mashatu Reserve; to see elephants in the Serengeti mini Savuti or meerkats in the Makgadikgadi Pan; alone, to study at the Okavango Guiding School, or with children to enjoy the award-winning family of Ker & Downey Safari (Safari Awards 2015). Anyway, no one will regret the trip. Word of honor.
Botswana offers so many experiences that will change one life it would be easier to list those that do not. His primal nature allows live very intense emotions, whether aboard a mokoro with an African rower between herds of hippos sun in the Okavango Delta, discovering the spirit of the first humans in the ancient rock art of Tsodilo, or ghostly beauty of ancient baobabs Kubu Island constellations illuminated by an immense night sky.
The "bottle of parking". With the rate of 30% on alcoholic beverages and the new regulation of schedules, which requires nightclubs to close at 2.00, the party in Gaborone he has moved outdoors, seizing suburban parks. There prick improvised DJ to dance the staff, well equipped with mini-refrigerators and camping chairs.
Direct flights. For years the government has requested international direct flights and relocation, in 2013, the sales office of De Beers from London to Gaborone (which moves US $ 6.5 billion a year in sales of diamonds) underlines that request. The airport and Gaborone track have been renovated recently and are planned reforms to Maun and Kasane. With so much movement is expected to have the coveted direct flights in the next 6 to 12 months carnival 2016
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