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Benin
Long-form pieces by our destination specialists — context, history, practical know-how, and the moments that make a trip stick.
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AfricaA Traveler’s Guide to the Enchanting Benin Voodoo Festival
Every January, the coastal town of Ouidah comes alive with the Benin Voodoo Festival — a UNESCO-recognized celebration of Vodun heritage drawing 40,000 visitors to witness ancient trance ceremonies, masked spirit processions, and offerings to ancestors.
Jim Louth·15 Jul 2025 -
AfricaExperience the Magic: Highlights from the Voodoo Festival 2025 in Benin
Experience Benin’s vibrant Voodoo Festival in Ouidah, where ancient rituals, sacred ceremonies, masked dances, and rich cultural traditions create one of West Africa’s most extraordinary celebrations.
Jim Louth·17 Jun 2025
