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WORLD TOURISM DAY 2020: DOMESTIC TOURISM IN SIERRA LEONE
When you see or hear the word “tourism”, what imagery comes to mind? Perhaps the stunning riads and their architecture that’s connected with the past? Or maybe the majestic giraffes and robust zebras in Kenya? Or could it be the slave castles of Ghana? No matter what imagery or thought that comes to your mind in regards to tourism I am certain it wasn’t about YOUR country…am I right? There is no shame in admitting it, however there is [slight] shame in not wanting to do anything about it! Though partially it is not your fault. In the media, tourism is…
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2 SEASONS RESORT : THE PERFECT STAYCATION
2 Seasons Resort; which opened its doors to the public in December 2019 is owned by a lovely couple, Nadia and Rami. The resort is located on Tokeh Beach along the Freetown Peninsula; famous for its crisp white sand and clear blue waters. The spacious and homely villas overlook the Atlantic Ocean and was the perfect place for our family staycation. The beachfront villas contain 2 bedrooms, a living room, a kitchenette and a private wooden deck. The poolside villas are the same except for the wooden deck. The master bedroom; which spots a king size bed is grand and is complete with a seating area and a balcony for…
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TIPS FOR VACATIONING IN CAPE VERDE
Cape Verde has a booming tourism sector and they don’t treat it lightly. You can have an absolutely luxurious and indulgent vacation in Cape Verde. In February, I visited 2 islands in Cape Verde, Praia and Sal with my friend and here are my tips for vacationing in Cape Verde. Travelling to Cape Verde For Sierra Leoneans travelling from Freetown, there’s no direct flight from Sierra Leone to Cape Verde, you have to go via Dakar, Senegal. From there, there are about 3 or more flights every day to Praia and Sal. Cape Verde is made up of 10 islands but flights from other African countries land mainly at Praia…
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THIS IS AFRICA- EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE PLANNING YOUR TRIP
Each year, thousands of people visit Africa for many reasons. Some visit as tourists, experts, volunteers or for business purposes. How these people interpret their experiences in Africa sometimes serves as representing images to their friends, family, or colleagues. I often read disappointing blogs or watch YouTube videos that don’t sit well with me. If you are looking to visit Africa and have a wonderful time here, I have put together a few tips to help you achieve that. I left Africa as a teenager about 16 years ago and this is my first return. I came back to use the knowledge and skills that I have gain in the…
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KATT PENN: FALLING IN LOVE WITH ‘DOWN UNDER’
“Blessed are the curious for they shall have adventures.” – Lovelle Drachman Wander-lust is when you decide on booking a one way ticket to Sydney, Australia after visiting Perth a few weeks earlier. Kat Penn was there for a two week excursion, she had travelled with friends from Perth to Exmouth & back. Upon landing in Heathrow on February 7th 2018, she knew she wanted more than snow and dark skies. By the end of the week, she met with a mortgage broker to discuss being a landlord and renting her flat. It took about 5-6 months to complete her new mortgage and secure a new tenant. Once it was…
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SECRETS OF DUBAI: TREASURED PEARLS OF WISDOM
Holidaying in Dubai was such a great experience. I am an adventurer at heart with an avid interest in exploring the world and its cultures. Storytelling is a big thing for me as it preserves history for generations to utilize. Every traveler visiting a new place will view it from within, for many it’s the inner soul that accepts or rejects a new place. The end will nearly always result in narrations of happiness, mixed feelings or of gloom. This was a happy ending. As my trip was reflective and I was full of gratitude for the five years I have been in business and the chance to take a…
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EMBRACING THE ROCK; LIVING YOUR FEAR
Take me back to when I made a pilgrimage to Olumo Rock, In Abeokuta, Ogun State- Nigeria. ‘Olumo’ means all the troubles and sufferings were over! I had for years wanted to visit the Land of my ancestors, now been reclaimed home to me by virtue of marriage. Just a brief insight into my interest and desire to visit this popular tourist destination; my paternal great-grandmother is Nigerian married to a Sierra Leonean. My maternal grandmother born in Sierra Leone of a Nigerian father married to a Sierra Leonean. I am a Sierra Leonean married to a Nigerian. My Nigerian..ness can be traced back to ‘under the rock’- the City…
