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Beware of literal translations!

by CatherineReichardt

One of the most charming aspects of touring Madagascar is idly perusing the comprehensive project information signs that is posted for everything from road construction to building renovation.Regardless of the project at hand, we were confused that the final board always stated "delai d'execution" - what we interpreted as the "delay in the project"!This lead us to ponder on what seemed to be:a. the consistently awful project managementb. the honest and transparent manner in which the Bureau De Controle highlighted their colleagues' incompetence!I was later helpfully informed by a fellow VTer that "delai" used in this context means "duration" - which only shows that the linguistically challenged among us should beware of applying literal translations!

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Tourist Visa

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30 Days Tourist Visa can be obtained on arrival at Antananarivo Airport (TNR) The Visa Fee is waived until 31st December 2011 (Normally its Ar 160,000 Can be paid in Euro (50.00) or Equivalent in US DollarA simple small form (arrival card) needed to be filed which is provided by the airline during flight, no photo is required, just passport details and the name/address of the hotel you intend to stay. The Visa Desk is right in front up on entering the arrival hall after disembarking the airplane.The Passport Must have 6 Months Validity

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Currency

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Madagascar Currency is Ariary1 US Dollar = 2008.00 By BNI (The Highest and 1995 by MCB MAdagascarMoney Changers Offer Ar 2000 for a DollarNow it is possible to buy back US Dollar or Euro either from Bank or Exchange Company. Retain all the selling receipts just in case you may need to show it when buying the foreign currency back on your return.The Bank Notes comes in 100, 200, 500, 1,000, 2,000, 5,000 and 10,000 denominations and printed in different colors and sizes Be careful, The 200 and 2,000 Ariary Bank Notes are almost same (Light Green) Color, the size is different

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FEEDING THE LEMURS

by DAO

When my guide told me at we were going to a place called ‘Lemur Island’ after a whole day trying to view different species of Lemurs several miles off at the top of trees - I was not excited. It wasn’t until we arrived that I realised I would not only see the Lemurs close up – I would get to feed them! Yes, we had bananas and these little guys went nuts. They climbed on posts, trees and anything they could – especially me! This was a chance to not only see these little guys, but also to really interact with them. WOW!

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Easy to fall in love with

by daleduscher

The beaches are stunning. The water is mild, an unbelievabe color. The best way to get around is to walk, visit the markets, and meet the people. The acceptance of the Malagasy people to "outsiders" is nothing short of remarkable, to say the least. I cant recall to many other places I have been and been treated with such hospitality and felt so welcomed.

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Foza Orana: 2009 crisis emblem

by Norali

Not a favourite but... Year 2009 started out with a political crisis in already economical-crisis-stricken Madagascar. 2008 ended with a series of demonstrations led by capital city mayor, Andry Rajoelina. The latter and his clique dubbed themselves "Orange revolutioneers". Everywhere in Tana streets: orange flags, orange tee-shirts, orange scarves. Later on, the revolution turned into a putsch that led to the departure of Pdt Marc Ravalomanana out of the country (March 17). In between, the "Orange" revolution has led into lootings, arsons of commerce, malls in Tana and other major cities (26 Jan. 2009, our "Black Monday"). Feb. 7, shots while the "Orange folks" marched to assault the President office. Still Orange, huh ? The then mayor had become Head of a Banana republic state (as hed of putschists, rather). Trying to have the international recognition. In vain... Madagascar is in...

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Lemur

by Helga67

Lemurs are primates (related to apes and humans) endemic to the island of Madagascar. The smaller lemurs are nocturnal, and the larger ones are diurnal. There are many kinds of lemurs. Each type of lemur looks very different. They vary color from reddish brown to gray, and come in different sizes. Most lemurs spend most of their time in trees and bushes. Only the Ringtail lemur spends most of its time on the ground.Unfortunately, lemurs are threatened largely because their habitats are being destroyed. People in Madagascar cut down the forests to use the wood, and to grow agricultural crops in its place.

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Baobab

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Madagascar is known for its Baobabs. Here you will find six of eight species found worldwide. The Baobab is a tree with a massively swollen trunk and sparse stubby branches. The tree can live for many thousands of years and is capable of taking up and storing water in its trunk.They are found in the West and South of the island. You can eat the seeds and they are used for cooking oil.

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Fauna and Flora

by Helga67

Isolated for 65 million years, Madagascar is the oldest island on earth. As a result its fauna and flora is unique. Eight whole plant families exist only on Madagascar, as do close to 1,000 orchid species, countless insects, at least 350 species of frogs, around 370 kinds of reptile, five families of bird and approaching 200 different mammals, of which the lemur is the most popular one.

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Money Matters

by jfjgrunt

G'dayI travel there at least once yearly so can give you some up to date info. Currently still trouble mainly in the Capital, Tana, when you leave there its okay. Having said that if your careful then Tana is okay, its all internal trouble so they leave tourist alone unless your in the wrong place at the right time. The people are very friendly, food is great, and its still a bit of an adventure.Money - ATMs are rare outside of Tana as well as in Tana and depend on the power and telephones line being okay. Acceptance of visa/mc is improving in hotels but very few other places except banks. Very few places, including banks, accept Diners or Amex.Banks, outside Tana, will give cash advances on visa/mc providing power and telephones line are not out.Best to carry Euro's or $us. If carrying $us then no $100 bills as banks won't cash them. Any cab driver will get your money exchanged for...

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Q:  Has anyone used Desire Travel Tours and had problems just before arriving? I'm 12 days from departure to Madagascar from Kenya... 

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A: I think you may be jumping to bad conclusions too quickly. I have been a tour director for several decades, and have a pretty good handle on most operators. It is... 

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