Lamu, Kenya

Car-free Swahili island of dhows and coral-stone lanes

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Best time to go

January, February, July, August, September and December

Budget

Mid-range

Good for

Beach, Culture

Don't miss

Lamu Old Town waterfront

Still under the radar: Lamu hasn't hit the mainstream circuit yet.

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