The world has become very challenging with less
time for other life activities and more concentration on work, success and
making money. There is always an opportunity to have some good times with your
family. They are the primary people in our lives. We end up spending more time
at work than at home with our spouses and kids. There comes a time when you
have to move away from all the stress and hard work to spend good time with the
people we love and care about the most. Take vacations, go to as many places as
you can. You can always make money, but you can't always make memories. Jumia Travel, Africa’s leading online
hotel booking website brings you top 5 weekend destinations in Ghana for great
family bonding.
Ada - Now the haven of most family
travelers. A place where most people instantly look at when they plan a family
vacation. With some very amazing beaches and waterfronts coupled with
comfortable hotels and apartments, Ada is a town that is always packed during
weekends. Located in the Eastern Region of Ghana, the town is rich in culture
and heritage. The famous Asafotufiami festival is celebrated extensively here
and travelers who find themselves in Ada are blessed with a great taste of
tradition, fun and excitement. The Akosombo dam and Adomi bridge are tourist
attractions close by this town. Enjoy Ada! The salty city.
Akosombo - Often labelled as
the city of light, Akosombo houses Ghana’s main source of hydroelectric power,
The Akosombo Dam. The dam serves as both a source of power and a great tourist
attraction for families who are interested in spending some of their vacation time
learning about the richness of Ghana and the operations of the dam. The Town is
also close to the Volta Lake which is also a great tourist attraction where
families can journey over the lake via a ferry, taking pictures and enjoying
the scenery. Great hotels
and apartments are also available here where families can relax and have some
great time discussing family issues while working on the love and family bond.
Elmina - When visitors come to Ghana, a
great place to stop by is Elmina. Similarly, any Ghanaian looking to take a
weekend trip away from their homes can take a tour of Elmina (or St George's)
Castle. The castle possesses great history as a major trans-Atlantic slave hub.
Elmina is located along Ghana's central coast. It is just a few miles (12 km)
west of Cape Coast Castle. Slave trade was not the purpose for which the castle
was built; it started as a trading post for gold and other wares. Legend has it
that the name "Elmina" emanates from the Portuguese name for this
coast "Da Costa de el Mina de Ouro" (The Coast of Gold Mines).
Once at Elmina, you can enjoy the beautiful
beaches, indigenous food and lovely music and dance from the very funny yet
welcoming people here. A great place to take the children to learn more about
Ghanaian history, culture and heritage whiles having fun and relaxing.
Paga - Very popular for the
crocodiles, this Northern town is a great getaway destination for families who
want to travel for a great weekend of bonding and rehabilitation. The Paga
crocodile pond is a tourist destination that charms a lot of tourists
when they are told the story of the protracted mutual co-existence between the
indigenes of Paga and their friendly crocodiles. How can man live with crocodiles
without brutalities? Paga serves that answer. A trip to the pond, a very
vigorous horse ride and a lecture about the history of the town makes Paga a
great choice for a weekend family bonding. Other tourist attractions close by
are the Mole National Park and the Salaga Slave Market which are in the
Northern region and can be visited either on the way to or from Paga.
Obuasi - A quiet and peaceful
town in the Ashanti Region. Most of the inhabitants are miners as it is a town
rich in gold. It is a very beautiful city with lots of great places to relax
and hangout. From fancy restaurants to local kitchens and many parks and
gardens, as well as cinemas and entertainment/ art centres. A family that takes
a weekend trip here can visit the mines to see how gold, which is Ghana’s
highest foreign exchange earner is mined. Several pools and recreational
centres offer for much fun and excitement. A trip here won’t only be beneficial
for the family bond but also for the children to learn a thing or two about
gold in Ghana.
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