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Khan el Khalili   Cairo

Khan el Khalili, Cairo

 72 Reviews  It is the place to buy typically oriental souvenirs and handmade crafts. Atmospheres of this traditional market with the labyrinth layout of the streets gives visitors o lot of pleasure and impression... 

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Local Products   Marrakesh

Local Products, Marrakesh

 27 Reviews  Good buys include fashion accesories, fabrics, spices, natural oils, pottery, and leather goods, especially shoes and slippers. In the souks it's like a market place which specialises in particular... 

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Shopping Malls   Cape Town

Shopping Malls, Cape Town

 38 Reviews  Situated between Robben Island and Table Mountain in the heart of Cape Town's working harbour, the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront has become South Africa's most visited destination.. You can buy... 

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local open markets   Alexandria

local open markets, Alexandria

 5 Reviews  On a few occasions during my stay I found myself wondering a local market, not sure of the name, but I am sure there are similar markets throughout Alexandria. They were alive, with local people... 

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Supermarkets   Cairo

Supermarkets, Cairo

 15 Reviews  There are two main supermarkets, or "Markets" as they're called in Cairo. In my area of Zamalek, I visit the two main suppliers of Metro and Alpha. These are typical supermarkets with aisles and many... 

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Food and Drink   Marrakesh

Food and Drink, Marrakesh

 17 Reviews  Moroccan, is now one of my favourite cuisines, with it's tasty tagines, cous cous, etc. Whenever I travel, I usually try to buy spices, a recipe book or other food related objects. On this trip I... 

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Flea Markets   Cape Town

Flea Markets, Cape Town

 12 Reviews  awsome.... thats what you really need to buy from south africa... south african crafts which either made of wood or leather usually. its a must to visit if you are in capetown. also you can enjoy... 

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Clothes & Shoes   Marrakesh

Clothes & Shoes, Marrakesh

 11 Reviews  The Jalaba or Jellabas is a traditional dress of Morocco. It is more like an robe or overcoat with a hood. Both men and women wear the Jalaba but can be different colours and materials. The Jabador is... 

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Informal Markets   Cape Town

Informal Markets, Cape Town

 19 Reviews   There are few shops near the Sea Point which sells African style crafts made out of wood, ivory, ostrich egg, animal tail & horns. There are plenty of choices to pick up gifts or souvenirs from those... 

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Carpets   Marrakesh

Carpets, Marrakesh

 8 Reviews  Should you decide to buy, they will package the rug up into such a small square, it is amazing but easier for transporting back home. Of course the size doesn’t not equate to the weight which of... 

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Souvenir Shops   Marrakesh

Souvenir Shops, Marrakesh

 5 Reviews   A trip to Marrakesh isn’t complete without a visit to the souks, and bargaining there is a holiday experience in itself. But it’s not one that everyone enjoys, and even if you do, sometimes it’s good... 

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Lamps   Marrakesh

Lamps, Marrakesh

 4 Reviews  The industry of local arts and crafts that goes on in the souk is highly regarded - industrious, talented, artistic and wide ranging in selection for the customer. Shop for what you like, then you... 

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Music & Musical Instruments   Marrakesh

Music & Musical Instruments, Marrakesh

 5 Reviews  Whenever I travel, I like to listen to the local music. I usually return from my holidays with a few cd's. Morocco has a variety of styles - Arabic, Arabic-Andalucian, Berber, Gnawa or Gnaoua(a... 

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Perfume   Marrakesh

Perfume, Marrakesh

 2 Reviews  Our local guide took our group to a local Cosmetic Pharmacy during the tour of the medina. The display of cosmetics manufactured from local herbs was amazing, creams, deodourants, potions to clear... 

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Paintings   Marrakesh

Paintings, Marrakesh

 1 Review  I bought this small oil painting on canvas of a Marrakesh street scene fom a shop near Dar Si Said- as a souvenir of my trip, it was easy to carry, lightweight, and reminded me of my wanderings around... 

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Tatoos   Marrakesh

Tatoos, Marrakesh

 1 Review  This is a must. Tattoo yourself with the local J'ma Al-Fna main square. don't pay more than 20 dirhams to a harm tattoo. 2€. od course that if you ant to be nice just pay 30 dirhamns. it's actually up... 

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NURE ROASTED HARRAR COFFEE: THE BEST COFFEE - IN THE WORLD !

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Coffee was ‘invented’ here in Ethiopia and you can see how they produce it for export for free here in Harar. Nure is a coffee company you can stop in for a brief tour. It only takes minutes. They have their old equipment and modern day roasters inside. The staff will happily explain the process of making the coffee, from picking, to roasting, grinding and packaging for shipping all over the world. You can even by a kilo of wonderful spiced coffee for $5.How does it taste? Smooth as silk and I don’t even normally like coffee. I gave my Mum a kilo and she loved it. She has been drinking coffee from across the world for over 60 years and delcared this the best coffee in the world. Enjoy!They are open Mon-Sat during normal business hours.

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SHOPRITE: THE BRAAI SUPPLY

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Do you need supplies for your Braai (Barbeque)? Shoprite is the consistently best place in Africa to get what you need. They even sell the firewood! I have shopped with these folks in ate least 6 countries. They are based in South Africa but have expanded through franchising. They are always the BEST grocery store wherever they are for not only Braai supplies, but for the best variety of goods. All the ones I went into offered fantastic pre-marinated steaks (Texas Steak – yum), prepared salads of all descriptions, fresh bread, even pots and plates. A good variety of fresh vegetables, cold beers and loads of snack foods. They staff are friendly and prices are good by local standards. You can get cheaper, but you cannot get better. If you need a big shop or specialist food item, this is the place. They currently operate in: South Africa, Angola, Botswana, Ghana, India, Lesotho, Madagascar,...

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KATENTA ETIENNE - BURUNDI: THE BEST MASK MAN IN AFRICA

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Katenta Etienne is his name. Authentic African Masks is his game. His shop is really just a storage lock-up in Bujumbura, but it is full of absolute cultural treasures. He is located in a somewhat hidden part of the main craft market, but you really want to find him. I was amazed at the variety of both the types of masks as well as the different tribes/countries they originate from. Etienne (Stephen in English) is a really positive guy who was more than willing to patiently explain the details of each mask. One of the most fascinating is a sewn mask from the Democratic Republic of the Congo he is pictured with in photos 2 & 3. This is a very elaborate hand-stitched chicken head. It is the most unique mask I have ever come across in my travels in Africa.Etienne is a member of the A.A.V.O.A (Association Artistes et Vendeurs des Objets d’Art). I would suggest you save this tip to your...

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Chocolaterie Robert: Your best "comfort food" is from Madagascar !

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Your best "comfort food" is from Madagascar ! That is if you love chocolate, of course. Yes folks, this is the real thing!From the website of its South-African distribution network"... Chocolaterie Robert produces a number of NATURAL Cocoa and Chocolate products each sharing the heritage of the organically cultivated, naturally fermented, sun-dried Trinitario and Criollo cacao beans. The cacao is transformed without the use of additives or solvents. Naturally processed, additive free Robert chocolate is intended for the Chocophile or chocolate gourmet- or anyone who appreciates additive -free Natural chocolate. Robert Chocolate is intended for the adult palate..."Chocolate from Madagascar, that is only produced by Chocolaterie Robert. Not known by the mass market ... but revered by chocolate craftsmen, patissiers and chocolate connoisseurs. Madagascar is not a quantity producer, rather a...

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VARIOUS SHOPS: BILTONG !!!!

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Biltong is the South African equivalent of American Beef Jerky. Actually that is not true. Biltong is better! It is made from dried slices of meat from the many cute animals you will see in the Game Parks. They come in various shapes from a thin sausage looking variety to ‘chips’. Eland, Springbok, Kudu, and anything else that has 4 legs. This is a must for meat lovers. A really good Biltong shop will give you free samples so you decide. Mmmmmm. The best Biltong in Africa can be bought at The Biltong Hut in Grasskop, South Africa:THE BILTONG HUT

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Available under every other Mango tree: Buy a mask

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Bought this Congolese mask in Nairobi in 1990 from the craft market in the middle of town. I ran out of patience haggling for it so I asked a mate of mine who loved bargaining to buy it for me on my behalf. Good idea as he had the patience to get it for a better price than would have got it for. The other two masks I have bought from the craft village in Kampala. The Kuba mask was worn during wedding ceremonies. The Chokwe mask with the natty dreads with banana seeds on the end was so I was told worn for a dance to celebrate the birth of twins.

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NAKUMATT SUPERMARKETS: 24/7 SHOPPING IN EASTERN AFRICA

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Nakumatt is a successful grocery store/department store operating in Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda – for now. They plan to keep expanding. They started in 1987 and operate mostly ‘hyper-markets’ with all of their stores carrying a range of at least 50,000 items. They even offer their own Visa credit card. They are mostly in the large cities of Nairobi, Mombassa, Kampala and Kigali. I shopped with them happily in Rwanda and the narrative below is from Kigali. Please check their website for other locations. KIGALI LOCATION:Nakumatt is the only 24-hour grocery store in Rwanda. Part of a large Kenya based chain, it offers just about everything. It’s actually a department store offering everything from stationery, appliances, electronics, bedding, camping equipment and household plastics. Did I mention it sells food? Oh, yes it does. They have a German Butchery. Let’s start there. Cooked and raw...

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UGANDA CRAFTS 2000: A VERY SPECIAL SOUVENIR SHOP

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This is a souvenir shop beyond compare. Uganda Crafts 2000 is a massive souvenir shop that does the things virtually no other souvenir shop can do. They sell local crafts, made by hand, created by handicapped and disadvantaged artisans, have a huge variety and their prices are often cheaper than competitors selling ‘made in China’ items. In addition they pay fair wages to people who might otherwise be truly begging on the streets. Many of the people who make the goods actually create them on site. In fact you see the workshops before you can get to the entrance of the shop. I believe this to be the best souvenir shop in Africa. I enjoyed my visit and purchases so much, I went back the next day to visit again. I bought small woven decorations made by school children to buy supplies for their school. Many of the crafts have the pictures and stories of the makers displayed. You can see the...

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Maghreb Pottery

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The art of ceramics and pottery is rooted in the local traditions of the Maghreb countries . Indeed, one used, since the antiquity, the terracotta tanks like the earthenware jars to store and preserve harvests of corn, lens, dates and olive oil. Oil lamps and small figurines based on clay are used in the ceremonies of marriages to carry happiness and move away bad spirits. These same articles found at the time of the excavations of the prehistoric coffins confirm the ancestral aspect of this art.

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THE BEST TASTING WATER IN THE WORLD

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These are the 2 best flavoured waters in the world. Really. I found them at the BP fuel station in Windhoek, Namibia. The pictured flavours, MARULA and NAARTJIE are amazing and beyond compare. Combined with that, they were ice cold! It gets hot in Africa so why have just any cold water when you can have heaven in a plastic bottle. Makers NESTLÉ has a full range of waters : Litchi, Lemon & Lime, Marula, Strawberry and Naartjie. Other manufacturers make some of these flavours as well, but I prefer this brand. Unfortunately I found these sorts of delicious flavours available only in Southern African countries (South Africa, Namibia, Botswana, etc.)Enjoy! Also available at other retail outlets.

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