As thrilling as adventuring into Africa is, tourists must remember that it is still a third world country. The magnificent natural attractions and wildlife that abound in many parts of the continent are juxtaposed with visions of extreme poverty and pockets of wealth in the same city. This is the influence of unstable governments on economic development – low use of natural resources and a poor economy begets high foreign debt, a high infant mortality rate within a burgeoning population, disease and illiteracy.
This is a harsh reality and while visionaries dream of changing this situation for good, tourism is one aspect that can generate income for countries in Africa and is a relative lifeline for many communities.
When visiting Zambia, for example, a hotel like Southern Sun Lusaka will help take the edge off. Centrally situated and not far from the international airport, its location is ideal for those who need to conduct business with embassies and government offices. Southern Sun Lusaka is a landmark hotel in the city where understated luxury, good service and friendly staff are part of the deal.
Lusaka is Zambia's capital city, established in 1930 out of what used to be an agricultural centre. You can experience diverse shopping opportunities if you engage with stall holders in the busy markets or shop owners at the nearby multi-million dollar shopping centre. The markets near Southern Sun Lusaka have a more authentic feel for African trade and you can rest assured that you won't be pressured into making a purchase. You can shop for a variety of keepsakes in the vibrant markets, which are known to sell just about everything you can imagine.
If you want to limit your time in the city and explore the environment, Kafue National Park near Southern Sun Lusaka is one recommendation. Proclaimed in 1950, it's Zambia's oldest park and, interestingly, is the second largest park in the world with coverage of more than 22 400 square kilometres. Game viewing, fishing and bird watching are the main attractions. Red lechwe, antelope previously extinct in the area, now exist in great herds while predatory cats like lion, leopard and cheetah can be sighted.
One of the best places to see birds near Southern Sun Lusaka is in the southern area of the Kafue River. Look out for fish eagles, cormorants, spoonbills and goliath heron near the Itezhi Tezhi Dam.
This is a harsh reality and while visionaries dream of changing this situation for good, tourism is one aspect that can generate income for countries in Africa and is a relative lifeline for many communities.
When visiting Zambia, for example, a hotel like Southern Sun Lusaka will help take the edge off. Centrally situated and not far from the international airport, its location is ideal for those who need to conduct business with embassies and government offices. Southern Sun Lusaka is a landmark hotel in the city where understated luxury, good service and friendly staff are part of the deal.
Lusaka is Zambia's capital city, established in 1930 out of what used to be an agricultural centre. You can experience diverse shopping opportunities if you engage with stall holders in the busy markets or shop owners at the nearby multi-million dollar shopping centre. The markets near Southern Sun Lusaka have a more authentic feel for African trade and you can rest assured that you won't be pressured into making a purchase. You can shop for a variety of keepsakes in the vibrant markets, which are known to sell just about everything you can imagine.
If you want to limit your time in the city and explore the environment, Kafue National Park near Southern Sun Lusaka is one recommendation. Proclaimed in 1950, it's Zambia's oldest park and, interestingly, is the second largest park in the world with coverage of more than 22 400 square kilometres. Game viewing, fishing and bird watching are the main attractions. Red lechwe, antelope previously extinct in the area, now exist in great herds while predatory cats like lion, leopard and cheetah can be sighted.
One of the best places to see birds near Southern Sun Lusaka is in the southern area of the Kafue River. Look out for fish eagles, cormorants, spoonbills and goliath heron near the Itezhi Tezhi Dam.