The attraction of Gambia
Gambia protrudes magnificently out of Africa, straddling the West African coastline and the River Gambia. The setting is majestic as this narrow country stretches along the great river and is officially the smallest African nation. North Senegal above and South Senegal below make Gambia appear trapped on an atlas, however the country still boasts an area exceeding 6000 square miles, plenty of room for some outstanding holidays. Package holidays have a special appeal here because Gambia is relatively new to the area, and therefore there are less tourists than there are in more common holiday destinations. Making each holiday to Gambia just a touch more special.
Holidays in Gambia
Having been 'discovered' by the package tourist market, Gambia has been helped along by the bestselling book, 'Roots' by Alex Hayley, which later became a television series, Boosting people's knowledge and raising the profile of Gambia into the media spotlight, and increasing the amount of people choosing holidays here. The coastline near Gambia's capital Banjul is a 25 mile (40 km) stretch comprised of spectacular white sandy beaches, perfect for package holidays.
Journeys to and from Gambia
Flights to Gambia are much easier after the country's tourism increase. Most major UK airports have links to Gambia's main airport, Yundum International in Banjul. Flights take anywhere around six and seven hours. Flights are most common with Monarch, a charter airline which links Gambia to the UK.
Holidays with hospitality and heat
Gambia's lovely climate, palm lined stretches of beach, gentle azure Atlantic waters and tropical splendour have led to a location known as 'the Smiling Coast'. The local people are all very friendly here and welcome tourists to their nature reserves, craft markets and superb hotels during their holidays, ensuring an experience not to be forgotten. The country shares a latitude with Barbados, close to the equator which results in the thirty-degree heat, perfect for those sun worshippers that enjoy nothing more than soaking up the rays on their holidays.
