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Equatorial Guinea is in Central Africa. It is one of the nominal countries in continental Africa, and comprises two districts: a Continental District and an Insular District where the capital of Malabo is located, and numerous offshore islands like Corisco. A previous Spanish colony, it borders Cameroon and Gabon. Equatorial Guinea recognizes the major Christian holidays. October 12 is Independence Day. Weather: Equatorial Guinea has two distinct and very pronounced seasons: rainy and dry seasons. April to October is the wettest months of the year, and December to March are the driest.

Talk: The imposing language is Spanish, and it is also a member of La Francophonie. There is an Anglophone population in Bioko that is traditionally associated to British commerce on the island. The major tribal groups are the Fang of the mainland and the Bubi of Bioko Island. Sports: Equatorial Guinea has been chosen to co-host the 2012 African Cup of Nations in partnership with Gabon. Equatorial Guinea is also famous for the National Swimming Champion Eric Moussambani, nicknamed "Eric the Eel". Costs: Everything is very costly in Equatorial Guinea. A decent room with very limited facilities (bring all the necessary stuff like towel, soap, shampoo, etc as the hotel may not have any) will be at the range of $75 to 300. An ordinary lunch will cost at least $20 (without drinks like wine or beer or soft drinks) in a clean and air-condition restaurant.

Food: There are numerous excellent places to go to eat mainly in Malabo. The coffee shop at Hotel Sofitel (situated just across the Cathedral along the north coast) offers French cuisine. Hotel Bahia's main restaurant is also a preferred destination for both local and expats. If you like pizza and pasta, the Pizza Place is the best place in town. For Asian cuisine, Restaurante Bantu offers authentic Chinese food. For Morrocan and other European food, try La Luna. Try an Equatorial Guinean Cuisine such a Smoked Beef with a black pepper also a roast duck with cheese and onion leaf. Drink: Ebebiyin is known for its large number of bars. They drink a lot of wine. Sleep: Due to the arrival of foreign workers and foreign investment in Malabo as well as in the continent, there is a plenty choice of hotels.