In an effort to explore Casablanca without relying on the internet, the author navigates the city using a paper map and traditional travel methods. Despite facing challenges with finding the royal palace and accommodations, the author embraces the serendipity of unplugged travel, discovering hidden gems like the Hassan II Mosque and local markets. Through their journey, the author learns the value of embracing ignorance, making unexpected discoveries, and observing everyday life in a new destination.
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Spike Lee and wife Tonya named as Benin ambassadors for African-Americans in the US
Benin has appointed American filmmaker Spike Lee and his wife, Tonya Lewis Lee, as ambassadors to strengthen ties with the African diaspora, promoting cultural tourism and heritage reclamation. This initiative includes a citizenship law for descendants of enslaved Africans, aiming to reconnect them with their roots, amidst positive local reception in Cotonou. Want More Context? 🔎
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