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Gambia weather forecast and travel guide by Cheaperholidays.com.
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 The Gambia holiday Guide and weather:
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In contrast to its all-enveloping neighbour, Senegal, and the massive nations surrounding them. Gambia looks like a sliver in the side of Africa. True, Gambia ranks among the continent's tiniest countries, but its attractions are just as bright and bold-faced as any in the region.
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Its capital city, Banjul, is a uniquely African experience, with a bustling marketplace and enough streetside culture to chase away the holiday daze of glitzier cities.
And for an even more 'traditional' outlook, a quick trip upriver brings you into the Gambian heartland, where the colourful buzz of weekly markets vies with boat trips through mangrove creeks and bike jaunts to mud-hut villages for your time and appreciation.
 Weather: A holiday to Gambia will give you an average temperature of 90*F with low humidity perfect for sunbathing.
The Pound has devalued against the Dalasi in 2005, with rates at around the 48.50 dalasi to £1 in October 2005 so a beer would be around 50p.
Imported Bottled Beer 25 Dalasi Branded Spirits 500 Dalasi (bottle) Wine 250 Dalasi (bottle) Bottled Soft Drinks 12 Dalasi Bottled Water 24 Dalasi
Choose from the following holiday resorts in Gambia:
Banjul
Standing partly on an island at the mouth of the River Gambia, Banjul boasts weathered roads and old colonial architecture that add to the atmospheric hustle and bustle of what is actually Gambia's capital city. The developments of the last century have extended Banjul onto the mainland and to the long stretch of beach nearby, so laze on the golden sands, stroll through the many lively markets, or simply enjoy the convivial bars and restaurants and watch the world go by.
Kotu
The beach is the focal point of this laid-back resort. Most of the bars and eateries are either overlooking or very near the superb golden sands, and you're sure to enjoy the peace and relaxation that a holiday here will surely bring.
Bakau
The most northern beach resort is still south of the mouth of the River Gambia, and so is brilliantly positioned if you want to explore the local surroundings and wildlife reserves. It's nothing more than a quaint village really, and so is perfect if (as with most people visiting Gambia) you're looking for a peaceful holiday among exotic surroundings.
Kololi Beach
Though often cited as Gambia's liveliest resort, the term 'lively' must be taken in context! There's still a wonderfully relaxed feel to Kololi Beach, but there's a great selection of restaurants, cafes, bars, clubs and casinos and loads of facilities to help provide as upbeat a nightlife as you want
Although Gambia is largely defined by its natural features - from the River Gambia, which runs the length of the country, to the golden beaches of its Atlantic Coast resorts - the country's greatest draw lies in its people, their culture and the amiable atmosphere of daily life. Whether you're making conversation at a curbside coffee stall or shouting yourself hoarse at a weekend wrestling match, you're sure to come away with as warm a feeling for Gambians as they tend to show to travellers.
Like a long splinter inserted into the side of Africa, just at the bulge, The Gambia is a low, narrow strip of a country that stretches inland from the beautiful West African coast, following the course of the majestic River Gambia. It may be the smallest country in Africa, sandwiched between north and south Senegal, but it is fast becoming noticed by the British package tour trade as a very acceptable alternative to the crowded resorts of Europe.
The Gambia's 'discovery' as a tourist destination was aided by the best-selling book, turned television series, 'Roots' by Alex Hayley, detailing the life of his grandfather, allegedly captured in the country and transported to America as a slave.
The capital of The Gambia, Banjul, stands on the south side of the magnificent river estuary, a worthy commercial centre that for tourists is little more than the gateway to the hotels spread along the 25 miles (40km) of beautiful sandy coastline. These palm-fringed Atlantic-washed beaches have been dubbed 'the smiling coast', as much for their tropical splendour as for the friendliness of the local people, who welcome visitors whole-heartedly at the nature reserves, quality hotels, and craft markets.
All this is just six hours' flying time from London, close to the Equator on the same latitude as Barbados.
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