Arriving at Anakao

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January 6th 2012
Bruno, the tatted up Marseillais instructor, guided me to the edge, and then with a gentle push we began a slow descent along the Technicolor wall of corals, vibrant fish darting in and out of the crevices and waving sea fans.<span><span> My nose skimmed inches above the bright textures.<span>And all I could think: “Why have I never done this before?!” Twenty minutes later, ... read more

Africa » Madagascar » Toliara

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Formerly an independent kingdom, Madagascar became a French colony in 1896, but regained its independence in 1960. During 1992-93, free presidential and National Assembly elections were held, ending 17 years of single-party rule. In 1997, in the seco... ... read more