Mauritania
Interest for the traveller here is primarily centred on the Saharan dune regions
Mali
A country with a remarkable history and heritage; home to the ancient trade capitals and seats of learning of Djenné and Timbuktu
Chad
Completely land-locked, and well off-the-beaten-path for all but the hardiest of travellers; very unstable in the north
Western Sahara
Western Sahara is an area in
Tunisia
Located in the very center of Mediterranean Africa, it is the northernmost country in Africa as well as the home of Carthage
Vietnam
Firmly marching down the road to capitalism as one of the world's fastest growing economies. One of the more popular tourist destinations in the area and a well-established route on the backpacker trail.
Thailand
The Land of Smiles with frenetic cities and chilled-out beaches is the most popular tourist destination in the region. From the mountains in the north to the southern beaches and islands; to the lights of Bangkok and Pattaya; Thailand has it all.
Singapore
Clean and orderly island-city state. The most economically developed country in Southeast Asia.
Philippines
Asia's 'sleeping tiger' that has yet to achieve its full economic potential. A unique fusion of the Asian traditions of non-confrontation and respect for elders combined with Spanish ideas of machismo, romance and sophistication. The largest Christian nation in the region with over 7,000 islands — most with beautiful tropical beaches and flashing smiles
Myanmar
Ancient country with a history that includes both ruling its own Empire and being part of the British Empire. Until recently isolated, under military dictatorship and suffering from economic sanctions, currently undergoing major political changes and opening up to tourism.