Mauritania is emerging as one of the world’s last authentic tourism frontiers. With the mysterious Eye of Africa, ancient desert cities, improved security, and growing government support, the country ...

Guelb er-Richat, Adrar Region, Mauritania – From inside her thatch-roof tent, Fatima Cheikh Mohammad Bouya scans the vast, rocky landscape outside, hoping to catch sight of approaching guests, ideally ...

After traveling nonstop to all 54 African countries over five years, the most common question I get asked is, "What was your favorite country?" The short answer is Mauritius, which is an island nation ...

Built seven centuries ago, the historic city of Chinguetti is Mauritania’s top tourist destination. For decades, the city lured visitors from around the world. But with the death of four French ...

A new group trip to Chad will launch next year, taking guests to explore some of the most striking landscapes anywhere in the Sahara. In the vast expanses of the desert sea, there are soaring peaks, ...

25 February 2011 Mauritania's ancient cities once drew crowds of tourists but attacks by al-Qaeda now threaten to deprive many residents of a much-needed income. Built seven centuries ago, the ...