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Holiday in Addis Ababa

Presentation of Addis Ababa

Addis Ababa is a city that's part African and part Middle Eastern. It has a rainbow of cultures, and its historical and natural heritage is unique and rich. Travel packages to Addis Ababa will immerse you in 17th-century history, delicious Ethiopian cuisine, and seemingly infinite national parks in the Simien Mountains. It’s a hiker’s paradise and has its own World Heritage Site. The city has evolved rapidly in recent years and has become a contemporary destination for all inclusive holiday packages. As a young city, it’s made enormous strides to become the glittering capital it is today. If you’re looking for last minute vacation packages and a flight to Addis Ababa, contact us today.

Things to Know Before Visiting Addis Ababa

Ethiopia provides a single-entry one to three-month visa, which UK citizens can apply for at Bole International Airport. Before you book your flight and hotel in Addis Ababa, phone the consulate for up to date advice. Flight and hotel deals no longer need to be accompanied by a yellow fever vaccine unless you’ve recently entered a high-risk country. It’s recommended that you are vaccinated against typhoid, hepatitis A, and Diphtheria. The Ethiopian currency is Birr, which can be exchanged at foreign exchange offices and banks. There are a few modes of public transport, including shared minibus taxis, which cover most busy routes. If you need advice about booking your flight from London to Addis Ababa, call us today.

What is the Weather in Addis Ababa

Low-cost holidays in Addis Ababa will be accompanied by tropical weather. The capital experiences cooler temperatures than low lying areas and more annual rainfall. During summer, there is heavy rain. Autumn falls in September, October, and November, with winter starting in December. This is dry season, so it only experiences a little morning frost. Spring begins in March when there are rare showers. The dry season is favoured by most travellers, but April and May’s showers are scarce enough to keep your holiday on track. Contact us to arrange all inclusive vacations in Addis Ababa at any time of year.

What to do in Addis Ababa

Holiday packages to Addis Ababa are always magical, taking you into a world you’ve never seen before. As the fourth largest city in Africa, it’s highly developed with a strong and diverse historical heritage. The Ethnological Museum’s manicured gardens are as worthwhile as its exhibits. It has two floors detailing Ethiopia’s social and cultural history. The National Museum covers the nation's palaeontology, partly through the famous hominid, Lucy. The massive Holy Trinity Cathedral contains the tomes of an emperor and empress. It has its own museum exhibit and a churchyard. Merkato is a bustling market selling spices, silver, and artisanal crafts. Before you leave, make sure you get a panoramic view of the capital from Entoto Mountain. If you’re hunting for travel packages in Addis Ababa, we’ll help you to plan your trip.

What to Eat in Addis Ababa

Ethiopian cuisine is slightly spicy, with delectable, rich flavours. Its coffee is some of the best in the world and is served strong. The traditional dishes are influenced by Addis Ababa's Middle Eastern roots, so you’ll find plenty of flatbreads and legumes in its dishes. Berbere is a chilli pepper that finds its way into most cuisine. Kitfo is beef tartare served with a spicy clarified butter. Fir-fir is the most popular breakfast dish, made with stir-fried injera served with leftover stew ingredients. Addis’ chicken stew is made from free-range meet served with cheese and stewed vegetables. Vacation package deals in Addis Ababa should include a taste of tibs, the nation’s favourite meat dish. Vegetarians will love legume stew, which is rich and nutty thanks to the inclusion of chickpeas. Flight and hotel deals are likely to feature teff, the staple grain of the nation. Contact us to book your flight from Manchester to Addis Ababa and plan a package that suits your taste buds.

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