Republic of The Gambia, is a country in West Africa. Besides beaches and wildlife, the Gambia is known for the town of *Juffureh, made famous by *Alex Haley’s Roots.
*Banjul is the only international airport in Gambia. A 4WD is recommended if you plan to rent a car, since the roads often are in bad condition and only a minority is paved.
The Gambia is a great holiday destination but just keep your guard up at all times.
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There are a number of very commonly used scams in the Gambia. If someone stops you on the street, they may tell you that they remember you from the hotel you’re staying at and that they work there. They may invite you to another hotel, but this could be a scam to attempt to rob you.
Also, because people are constantly looking for ways to support themselves, if they offer you assistance or directions, it may be understood that they expect some monetary compensation.