Had no clue what to expect but this country surpassed all expectations and offers so much to see and a very unique history and culture, Tourism is becoming more and more well set up here. There is so much to see. I spent 3 weeks traveling all around from Tata Somba, to waterfalls, to hiking the rocky hills, to ocean, ancient kingdoms, voodoo and slavery what a great country!

West Africa Slave Trail

Tour of various slavery sites in West Africa from Senegal to Benin. An American on a journey to uncover truth of a ghastly human disaster.

Cycling Route des Pêches to Ouidah (Benin)

Cycling Adventure out of Cotonou, Benin via Route des Peches to Ouidah on sand road along coast.

Benin, What An Excellent Destination I Stumbled Upon

Benin in West Africa was one of the most interesting and exciting destinations I visited to learn French.

Travel Around the World for 412 Days

Sabbatical to travel around the world…Oceania, Asia, Africa, Europe. Experienced solo female traveler.