Monday, September 17, 2012

Trip Report --Senegal Sept 2012

By Guest Blogger Marc Hoskins

Marc and Tatiana
            “Na nga def???” is what we quickly learned upon our arrival to Dakar in the early morning hour. We planned to do so much but the rain (it is rainy season) and recent flooding changed our itinerary. The African Renaissance Monument is beautiful. It is breathtaking and from what we were told, slightly controversial. It is a must see for those visiting Dakar. After seeing the monument, we went to Market Sandaga.

Market Sandaga
This was truly and adventure. The local artisans and craft dealers are very eager to show you their items for sale. It overwhelmed both my wife and I but we managed to purchase several items and are wishing we would have bought more.

The African Renaissance Monument
 There are plenty of wonderful places to eat and lots of sights to be seen in the center of town area of Dakar. We don’t speak French, nor Wolof but we survived and look forward to returning to Dakar in the future.

Thanks to Zi Zi for creating her blog and giving us many helpful tips in advance of our trip. She is the best!!!!!!


Travel Bio

Marc Hoskins is a frequent traveler for both business and pleasure. He has visited the continent of Africa on three separate occasions and many countries in Latin America. He was born in Galveston, Texas is a citizen of the USA. Professionally, Marc is a Lobbyist in Texas.

Marc is married to Tatiana and they honeymooned in Senegal and The Gambia in September 2012.

(Note from ZiZi have you been to Senegal. We would love to publish your trip report. Email ZiZiBright@hotmail.com)
 

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