Port Louis is the capital of Mauritius. With a population of around 170 000, the city is the largest on the island. It is also the economic center of the country. Port Louis feels like a mixture of different countries and continents - Africa, China, Europe, the Middle East and others. Its lively streets provide a good alternative to the other part of the island filled with peaceful resorts and private beaches. Be aware that once the commuters leave the city after dark, it dies out and practically nothing is open.

Located off the east coast of Madagascar, this island is known by two names - "Sainte Marie" and, more colloquially "Nosy Boraha". The island has a population of over 15 000 and for a beautiful scenery, you should take adventage the hotspot for humpback whales - the channel located between the island and the coast of Madagascar.

Nosy Be is an island about 10 km off the northwest coast of Madagascar. The island is the country's number one destination for beach lovers, divers, sailors and fishermen. Despite its popularity, Nosy Be remains pretty low-key and undeveloped. It is pricier than some of Madagascar's mainland resorts, however, the 'mora mora' (literally, slowly slowly) lifestyle is worth the extra dollars. Once you have explored the seascape, head for the stunning landscapes, vanilla plantations, lakes, waterfalls and dirt tracks.

Dar es Salaam, colloquially known as 'Dar', with 2.7 million inhabitants is the largest city in Tanzania and the economic center of the country. It is the seat of government and several universities are located here. Visitors can relax on the sandy beaches or spend time in the areas museums.

The city of Toliara lies at the mouth of the Fiherenana and Onilahy rivers. Since the city is a popular commercial area thanks to its port, the city has several small markets on offer. There are also some excellent beaches to be found just to the north of the city.

Richards Bay is located in the province of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa. The city has many sports facilities and a fantastic landscape with numrous bays and lagoons. Try your hand at surfing, visit the wildlife Richards Bay Game Reserve park or get an astonishing view of the beach and port from atop the Lighthouse.

Cape Town is the third largest city of South Africa with a population of almost 3.5 million and has been the city of the South African Parliament since 2004. Between October and march, Cape Town is a popular attraction for many tourism which is shown by their growing numbers in recent years. This in turn has made Cape town an important economic sector for the country. One of the favourite sites of tourists is the Table Mountain but the city has plenty more to offer. Museums, historic buildings, Castles and the oldest surviving building in South Africa are all options worth considering.