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Cruising the African Coast (Part 2) & The Top Travel Rewards Cards

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👁️ 5 views📅 3 months ago⏱️ 37:16
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Other · Winter · 25 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

It is a once-in-a-lifetime cruise and I would definitely recommend cruisers that are repeat cruisers and have kind of gone off the beaten path to try it.

It's not for everybody. It's not for travelers looking for luxury at every turn because when you think of region, it is luxury.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Prepare logistically and mentally for unpredictable ports and local time.
✓Have a decent level of physical fitness, patience, and an adventurous spirit.
✓Carry a personal medical kit and be realistic about health resources.
✓Ensure you have all necessary visas and documents before departure.
✓Be flexible as itineraries may change due to weather or other factors.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Unpredictable port conditions and local time — Accept that changes or plans might not happen; be flexible and have a different mindset.
Health and safety in underdeveloped areas — Prepare a medical kit, ensure vaccinations, and be realistic about resources.
Logistical challenges like visa requirements — Follow cruise line emails closely and secure all necessary documents in advance.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to cruise the West Coast of Africa?
QWhat are the best travel rewards credit cards?
QHow should travelers prepare for a West African cruise?

Topics Covered

Port Destination½ Happy BaconItinerary Route2 Happy BaconExcursions1 Happy BaconService Crew2½ Happy BaconSafety Medical½ Sad BaconWifi Connectivity2½ Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Cape Coast, Ghana2½ Happy Bacon
Top: Cape Coast excursions
Cape Town, South Africa4 Happy Bacon
Goree Island, Senegal3½ Happy Bacon
Top: Door of No Return visit
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Send us Fan Mail (https://www.buzzsprout.com/2111088/fan_mail/new) Travel Expert Onanta Forbes continued her cruise down the west coast of Africa last week so we'll get an update from her on this week's show. Plus, what is the best travel rewards credit card? We'll find out when Patrick Sojka from Rewards Canada joins us for our monthly visit as they recently released their 18th Annual list of the Top Travel Rewards Credit Cards.  Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/randyu)