Part of Lonely Planet's Read This First series. Preparatory tool for travellers to Africa. Covers planning, money matters, passports, visas, tickets and insurance, health, what to bring, niche travellers, issues and attitudes, staying in touch and a region-by-region guide. Includes internet addresses, maps, glossary and index. Author is a traveller who has worked in Africa for the past six years. Previous publications include 'Tanzania' and 'Zanzibar & Pemba'.