Ganvié made me realize how much of “normal life” is just what you’re used to....
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Cotonou, Benin: What to Know Before You Go (and What’s Worth Your Time)
If you’re landing in Benin, start here. This is what’s worth your time in Cotonou....
Porto-Novo, Benin: What Travelers Should Know Before Visiting
Porto-Novo is quiet on purpose. If you like trips that teach you something, put this day on your Benin itinerary....
Zangbeto in Benin: What You’re Actually Witnessing
Zangbeto is one of the most unforgettable things you can witness in Benin. And it’s also one of the easiest things to misunderstand....
Visiting Abomey, Benin: What to Expect from the Royal City of Dahomey
We didn’t just “tour a palace.” We learned how power was built, how history is remembered, and why the symbols of Dahomey still show up everywhere today. If Abomey is on your Benin itinerary, read this first....