Use normal travel tips (like an money belt) and you should have a fine trip. I did not witness any violence, but friends have warned me to avoid some of the rough neighborhoods (DUH! What tourist would do that in any city, and not expect trouble). I love photography, and this city was filled with rich scenery and friendly people that were more ...
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A mix of Miami and NY, Wow, Wow, West Africa!
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 03/31/06
I had the most amazing experience in Cote d'Ivoire, Abidjan. The people are hospitable, the men are very good looking and the nightlife doesn't stop. Get to know the locals to find out the hot "Maquee" (outdoor bar) of the moment - the music is great - and definitely dine on the local cuisine while there. Shopping at the markets ...
Abidjan is a great place for a visit or to live because you are almost close to most attractions... You can get the beach by car in less than 30mn and you can go outside the city in less than an hour. People are friendly and the food is great... GO to Abidjan if you want to know the other Africa that people never tell you about.
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Incredible city
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 12/12/05
Abidjan used to be an incredible city filled with beautiful beaches, amicable people, delicious food and vibrant nightlife. However, since the attempted coup d'etat of sept.2003, things haven't really been the same. The city used to be filled with a great number of foreigners (i believe that it was as high as 75% of the population in ...
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So wonderfull
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 07/31/05
abidjan is just the best place I have ever seen in my life I was so happy to go there that I want to go again!!!!!!!!!!! CONGRATULATION
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Abidjan Hospitality
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 05/10/05
I loved that it reminded me of France and I could not get enough of the scenery the weather was perfect and the people were lively. 5 stars across the board
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Dont go if you dont have to.
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 02/15/05
The best thing about Abidjan was knowing I didnt live there. A terrible country, if you are white they treat you bad, if you are white and dont speak french they treat you worse.
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