Benin is a country of wonder and mystery, fitting for all levels of adventure and comfort. Its unique mixture of culture, history, geography, and wildlife attracts thousands of travelers in search of the ultimate West African experience. From thrilling zemidjan moped rides to spotting hippos from dug-out canoes, traveling across Benin will surely stimulate visitors' senses and broaden their horizons. The authors Felicie Reid and Erika Kraus provide the necessary elements to tour the country and to appreciate the diverse cultures of the wonderful people who live there.

Plunge into the steaming, turbulent streets of Cotonou to discover the city's lively markets and nightlife, all the while enjoying access to international foods and air-conditioned hotels. Explore the rural settlements along the mighty Mono River to the west, or hike in the picturesque granite hills of the central Collines region. Lounge on the sunny, palm-fringed beaches of Grand Popo, and re-live the era of the Dahomey Kingdom and the slave trade in the historical cities of Ouidah and Abomey. Embark on a veritable wildlife safari in the national parks of the north, and marvel at the vast plains of the Sahel in the upper Atakora and Alibori regions. Above all, the resilient spirit, charm, and vitality of the Beninese people will captivate visitors and keep them coming back for more.

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Get the scoop on Benin from this book!
This is the most up-to-date and to the point travel guide for Benin, providing an insider perspective and accurate travel information. When traveling to developing countries, tourists are wise to get in contact with Peace Corps volunteers, who distinguish themselves by truly immersing themselves in the culture and local languages of the area. This book gives anyone the ability to get in the know while in Benin. This is a must buy for anyone planning a trip, brief or lengthy, to Benin.

- Leonore, Amazon.com

The best travel book of Benin!,
Felicie Reid and Erika Kraus were both Peace Corps Volunteers in Benin from 2005-2007. As volunteers, I believe that they acquired a true image of Benin. Living and conversing with the local people on a daily basis gave them a view of Benin that one traveling for a few months could not possibly attain. The detail and information in this book far out does any other travel books of Benin. The book includes detailed maps, information on hotels, restaurants and cultural anecdotes. By far the best travel book of Benin!

- Eric Gavarre, Amazon.com

Finally an up to date guide book for Benin
Having been to Benin a couple of times now there was always one thing missing: an up to date guidebook as all others are quite old and have not been updated in a long time. So I was quite glad to discover this new current Benin (Other Places Travel Guide.
Useful and nice to read are the little paragraphs named "Insights" which show some aspects not written about in other guide books. Only useful if one reads this up prior to the trip are the "On The Web"-Links as the internet connection in most of Benin ist quite basic and one needs a lot of patience to check up on anything not really necessary on the web.
The book starts with nice and easy to read introductory chapters about history, politics, religion and flora and fauna, food and drinks.

There is a good section on the rstaurant and bars of Cotonou but very little or hardly anything about the route des pecheurs along the sea between Cotonou and Ouidah which nowadays has a lot to offer hotel and restaurant wise.

On the other hand the auhtors cover some villages which are not mentioned in other guidebooks which is nice as the traveller realises there is more to Benin than just Cotonou, Porto Novo or any of the other standard sights.

The authors show a good insight into the country and I can only recommend this book to all Benin-visitors.

- Freischwimmer, Amazon.com

The Real Deal
Great information from two with great experiences. The photos were excellent and the book gives great advice for anyone to feel comfortable traveling in West Africa. It's truly and amazing place.

- Lana Kraus, Amazon.com

Great information and history!
This is a great guidebook. The perspective the authors give is tremendously insightful and informational. The detailed history of Benin is especially useful to Western visitors with limited exposure to Africa. The maps are detailed and the local inforamtion is top-notch. If you're traveling to Benin, this guidebook is requred reading!

- Luke Cairney, Amazon.com