The problem being that Gambia doesnt have enough to offer the mid range or higher end tourist. Gambia has become a budget destination because of the lack of amenities.
I only found Gambia as i was determined to have some sun, the travel agent offered me the Carribean, Goa or Gambia. I had decided on Goa and only went to Gambia by default as the Hotel in Goa i wanted was full.
Eco lodges are for the minority and will not increase the amount of tourists visiting Gambia.
I still think "family" holidays are what Gambia should aim for then maybe they will start to see a change in reputation and maybe an increase in tourism.
I wouldnt take my children on holiday anywhere they needed inoculations...... or medication.....We only went to europe or usa. I didnt think it was worth the risk to their health, but of course that is a personal choice. When my daughter is 18 she will come with me to Gambia, but then she will decide for herself about jabs and medication.
i totally understand that! I was only nervous of the side effects of the Malarone. Thankfully there were none! I only waited cos i wanted him to be a decent age so he could explain how he was feeling properly. Plus there was no way id have been able to keep him still for 6 hours as a toddler lol
Babygirl I once went on a flight to usa..... about 20 minutes into flight my daughter tipped her coke all over me.....I had spare everything for kids, but nothing for me.....spent 10 hrs in a very sticky patch!!!
4 year olds arent into politics..she just wanted to meet Mickey mouse!!!
I agree USA is dangerous in a totally different way...fine if you stick to tourist routes...but if you take a wrong turn it can be deadly. We had a few scary moments......
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