Tickets & Travel Arrangements

We know that tickets are pretty expensive, and the prices go up everyday. There is a travel agency called Gemini Tours, they have pretty good prices and we always book our tickets through them. When you call, let them know that you are coming to our wedding and that we referred you. The person to contact there is Shawn.
Office: 212-921-0301
Cell: 917-545-7036
Email: GeminiTour@aol.com

(Flights are most often with Royal Air Maroc Airlines, so you can also check the Royal Air Maroc website directly for ticket prices and availability: www.royalairmaroc.com)

Travel Tips

	Climate: Three main seasons
	The rainy season runs between June and October
	The cooler season, October to February
	The dry season from March to June
	Required clothing: lightweight cottons and linens are worn throughout the year, though warmer clothing are needed between November and February. Waterproofing is advised during the rainy season.
	Health Advisory
	Malaria malaria risks exits throughout the year in the whole country and it is recommended to bring medicines against Malaria. To protect yourself from malaria: sleep under a mosquito net; use insect repellent and take malaria prophylaxis (seek medical advice). Compulsory Vaccination yellow fever Recommended Vaccination tetanus, poliomyelitis, hepatitis B, meningitis, and typhoid

About Mali

	Country Overview
	Mali owes its name to the prestigious Empire of Mali, which, according to historians, was the most powerful state of Africa, south Sahara, in the middle ages. Mali became part of the French West Africa by the end of the 19th century. Prior to independence from France in 1960, Mali was known as the French Sudan (soudan Francais). Over 1,241,000km2, Mali is the largest country in West Africa. It's bordered by Algeria to the North, Senegal to the west, Mauritania to the northwest, Niger to the east, Burkina Faso and Cote d'Ivoire to the south.
	Mali has over 10 million inhabitants and its is divided into eight administrative regions: Kayes, kouliloro, Sikasso, Segou, Mopti, Tombouctou, Gao, Kidal and the District of Bamako, the capital.
	Quick Facts
	Unesco's world heritage sites: Cliffs of Badiangara, Djenne and Timbuktu
	Key Country Data
	Region Africa Location Western Africa Country name The Republic of Mali Capital Bamako Area Total 1,240,000km2 Population 10,441,300 June 2003 Languages French (official), Bambara Currency CFA Francs ( $1 = 6oo CFA Francs) Average temperature 27 degree Celsius Time zone GMT Voltage requirement 220 Volts Country phone code 223
	Maps
	Regional, Administrative

Places To Go To In Mali

	Sights & Attractions
	Bamako
	Bamako, the capital city is the melting pot of the various ethnic groups of the country. Shady, pleasant and welcoming, Bamako is one of the most traditional African capitals.
	Kayes
	Capital of the first administrative region, Kayes was also the capital of the French Sudan during the colonial era. Located near the river Niger, Kayes still has many European style buildings and Boulevards.
	Sikasso
	Capital of Kenedougou, Sikasso is the economic heart of the country, thanks to the cotton and other agricultural production. It's the only region that stays green year around.
	Segou
	Capital of the former Bambara kingdom, Segou is the second largest city of Mali.The city of the Balanzan trees (Acacia Albiza) has well preserved its Sudanese colonial architecture.
	Mopti
	Mopti," the Malian Venice" is the capital of the fifth region.This island has one of the busiest port on the Niger River, It is the region of tourism ' par excellence'.
	Djenne
	The city is the jewel of the Niger River, and is home to the World's largest mudbrick mosque design by the famous architect Ibn Batouta.
	The Dogon country
	Located in the mopti region, the dogon country offers spectacular cliffs, breathtaking views, and vast plains. The scenic dogon villages are built on the sides of the cliffs.
	Timbuktu
	Capital of the sixth region, Timbuktu was founded in the 12th century, also known as the 'mysterious city'; Timbuktu is classified as a world heritage site.
	Gao
	Gao was the capital of the powerful Songhai empire in the 15th and 16th centuries. Gao lies 1,200 km northeast of Bamako and was the last Malian port before Niger. The Tuaregs and Songhai inhabitants of Gao are known for their gourmet and their hospitality.
	Kidal
	Kidal is pure Sahara, with its chains of beautiful mountains. People live there from livestock and handicrafts production.

It's Official!!!

Abraham Jaffe and Sali Fandjalan have decided to tie the knot of matrimony this summer, Thursday, July 10th in exotic Mali, Africa along with their loved ones and friends (who can afford the ticket).