Comments on: 5 Reasons to Go to Angola in 2009 (And Beyond)

By: Hal Amen

Hal Amen — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 19:26:49 +0000

That’s awesome, Claudio. Thanks for the update and the link.

By: Claudio

Claudio — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 19:03:44 +0000

The first guidebook ever to talk exclusively about Angola has just been published by Mike Stead and Sean Rorison. It’s called the Bradt Guide to Angola. Check out Mike’s Bradt Guide blog at http://bradtangolaupdate.wordpress.com/

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By: mrB

mrB — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 23:29:45 +0000

hi guys

check my blog and come back in in september (09) : new ANGOLA 70s post in the offing : GREAT 70s sound to enjoy, as usual

cheers

mrB

Soundsofthe70s.blogspot.com

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By: Zé Kahango

Zé Kahango — Sat, 02 May 2009 12:44:45 +0000

Great! Thankyou.

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By: Hal

Hal — Fri, 01 May 2009 16:15:12 +0000

@Claudio, @Tim: Just saw my very first Angola travel infomercial here in Sucre, Bolivia. I believe it was on Travel & Living, probably an Argentine channel.

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By: Claudio

Claudio — Fri, 01 May 2009 13:44:37 +0000

Thanks Debster! And you’re right…the best the country has to offer is outside the chaos of Luanda.

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By: Debster

Debster — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 02:01:20 +0000

Claudio,

I am glad your focus went beyond Luanda, as Angola is so much more than Luanda…great insights!

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By: Claudio

Claudio — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 05:40:41 +0000

@Vera: I’m so happy to know that! You’re the first person I’ve encountered in a very long time who knew Peniche existed, let alone loved it. I really miss it.

@Cláudia: Saudades bué ya prima! Muito obrigado pelos elogios, qualquer coisa que precisar dou-te uma apitadela. Juízo aí!

@Mr. John: You are right about Angola being expensive, and accommodation can indeed be sparse and ridiculously overpriced. Just the ticket there will set you back a grand. But I would argue that if you are willing to slum it (and not everyone is) you can certainly live for less. Staying away from the flashier, westernized restaurants and hotels is a start, as is learning the art of bargaining. I am actually complying a list of affordable and respectable hotels, B&Bs and restaurants in Luanda. And if you are going to the provinces, such as gorgeous Benguela or Lubango, things are 10 times cheaper than Luanda at times. I’ll keep you posted…drop me a line on my Matador Profile and I can send you some more info.

@Tim: Thank you, I’m happy to know you found this piece informative. I’m curious, where have you seen infomercials about Angola?

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By: Tim Patterson

Tim Patterson — Sat, 25 Apr 2009 14:34:14 +0000

Great to hear more about Angola – I’ve seen infomercials trying to attract tourism and investment there, but it’s really wonderful to read a fresh, informative piece like this. Nice job!

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By: Mr. John

Mr. John — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 10:51:27 +0000

After enjoying the CAN 2008 in Ghana I am seriously considering going to Angola during the CAN 2010. Still I am a bit worried about the expenses for accomodation in Angola. I’ve heard from several sources that accomodation in Angola ist sparce and really expensive (Lonely Planet’s daily budget for Angola is $120!). Does anybody have more information on that?

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