It was a rainy Saturday in Lagos, Nigeria but that didn’t stop the large number of tourists that came out for the train ride to the ancient city of Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital. At 8:00AM Nigerian time, Bassey and Francisca local experts at My...
Firstly lets not get carried away with the title “Venice of Africa”, and if you are like me then the thought of Venice should conjures up images of beauty, art, and architecture, and definitely not a slum. The only attributes they both have in...
It may not be the cheapest tourist spot in Nigeria, but thanks to its unique location and mesmerising natural surroundings, Obudu Mountain Resort is one of the country’s most desirable places to stay – and certainly the jewel of Cross River’s tourist region....
Argungu Fishing Festival All year round, villages and towns across Africa are alive with vibrant and colourful celebrations. Africa is known as the festival continent. All year round, villages and towns across Africa are alive with vibrant and colourful celebrations,...
1. Zuma Rock, Abuja With its impressive animal life and imposing landscape – much of which has remained unspoiled for hundreds of years – Nigeria boasts some of the best photography spots in West Africa. Whether you’re a professional or a just a hobbyist,...
The Heart of Yorubaland, Nigeria Nigeria’s Sacred Grove UNESCO World Heritage Site Along the banks of the meandering Osun River, concealed by a dense forest in Southern Nigeria, is a sacred grove. Considered to be the last of its kind the Osun-Osogbo Sacred Grove...
1. Osun- Osogbo Sacred Grove Located on the outskirts of the city of Osogbo, Osun- Osogbo Sacred Grove is situated in one of the last remaining high forests in southern Nigeria. Here, you can immerse yourself in Nigeria’s religious heritage; it is widely regarded...
Have Fun in Lagos Choose from many fun spots in the mega city, get you and your family ready for a swell time and don’t forget to raise a glass to Lagos -cheers! It is a good thing that you decided to take that trip...
Powerful, majestic, stunning and awe-inspiring are just some of the words you could use to describe one of nature’s most beautiful phenomena: the waterfall. Add in the exotic and tropical landscapes of western Africa, and you have a recipe for world-class natural...
