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Mansa Musa: The Richest Person Who Ever Lived — And the Journey That Accidentally Broke the World
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Mansa Musa: The Richest Person Who Ever Lived — And the Journey That Accidentally Broke the World

In 1324, the Emperor of Mali set out on a pilgrimage to Mecca. He brought so much gold with him that he single-handedly destroyed Egypt's economy — and didn't f...

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Maasai Mara, Kenya Safari

Maasai Mara

Kenya

The greatest wildlife spectacle on earth. Home of the Great Migration and Africa's most iconic savanna.

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Zanzibar, Tanzania Beach

Zanzibar

Tanzania

Spice island paradise. Ancient Stone Town, white sand beaches and the clearest water in the Indian Ocean.

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Diani Beach, Kenya Beach

Diani Beach

Kenya

Kenya's most beautiful coastline. Pristine white sand, turquoise water and world-class resorts.

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Lamu Island, Kenya Culture

Lamu Island

Kenya

An ancient Swahili town untouched by cars. UNESCO World Heritage. One of East Africa's best kept secrets.

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Arusha, Tanzania Safari

Arusha

Tanzania

Gateway to Kilimanjaro, the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater. The safari capital of East Africa.

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Nakuru, Kenya Wildlife

Nakuru

Kenya

Lake Nakuru National Park — flamingos, rhinos, lions and one of Kenya's most accessible wildlife sanctuaries.

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