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THE FRUIT LADIES
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In almost every hotel beach area you will see the fruit ladies. They carry fresh fruit on plates they balance on their heads. It is more of a show than shopping. However, please do not miss this interesting experience.

Once you have agreed a price and which fruit you want, the fruit is prepared. Definately buy an orange. The lady pictured here "Ayshea" took out her very sharp MACHETE and peeled our oranges. The peel was removed as a single peice!

Cheap too.

What to buy: Definately buy at least an orange.

What to pay: Cheap. Just agree a price

Updated Jan 10, 2011

Website: http://www.gambiabirdlodge.com/location-and-area.htm

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localhairdresser: Rastafarihair!
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When you are in africa you have to make som rastahair:) Jenny did and became a real rastafariwoman:)... But warning: It took about 8hours, five girls made her hair and it is ALOT of pain getting this hair done. Nothing for the weak ones... she still had pain the next day! but she became a real rastawoman:), was it worth it? problaby not...:

Updated Feb 6, 2006

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Open markets and boutiques: Shopping for Fabrics in the Gambia
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There are many shops selling fabrics and other handicrafts on the outskirts of Banjul. The most popular and unique goods are the tie-dye fabrics for which the Gambia is known for.
You can find hand dyed tablecloths, napkins,
and of course, whole bolts of fabric intended for many types of uses.
The best way to purchase these fabrics is by bartering or bargining. I have met many people who bring with them suitcases filled with hard to find goods (in the Gambia) such as diapers, bras, personal items and writing utensils. This works especially well in open markets. It is better though to haggle in the shops and boutiques.

What to buy: Tablecloths, napkins, dresses, shirts and much more!

What to pay: Not the asking price, you can always go lower. Haggling is a fine art in this part of the world.

Written Mar 10, 2004

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