Smiles from The Gambia on International Happiness Day

On International Happiness Day we'd like to share some smiles from The Smiling Coast of Africa.

The Gambia’s well-known nickname, the Smiling Coast, is wonderfully fitting, and anyone who has travelled there will understand why. Smiling seems to come naturally to Gambians, and it’s often said that happiness is contagious, something you quickly feel the moment you arrive. It’s almost impossible to maintain a serious expression when you’re surrounded by warm, welcoming faces and genuine laughter. That openness is part of what makes The Gambia such a memorable and uplifting destination for visitors from around the world.

A smile is a simple thing to do but did you know that smiling can make you feel better? As the muscles we use to smile contract, a signal is sent to our brain that in turn releases endorphins which makes us feel happier.

Here are some of our favourite smiles from The Gambia – we hope they put a smile on your face too. Happy 'International Happiness Day'.

Book your holiday to the Smiling Coast of Africa today!