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5 Airport Pick Up Tips for Travelers in Ghana

Are you a traveler? Traveling outside or arriving in Ghana. Here is what you need to know before arriving at the Kotoka International Airport: five airport pick up tips for travelers in Ghana: 1. Pack Safe and light If you do not have your own car and you are going to be picked up either by a public transport or car rental service to the airport, it is good you pack light. This helps you avoid the stress of carrying so many luggage’s around. Aside that, light luggage means you are more security conscious and its more convenient. 2. Plan your pick up Is good you plan your pick up before you travel. If you don’t have any friend or relative who is going to pick you up, its good you plan on how you going to get to the airport. You might want to rent a car, pick a taxi or use a shuttle services. Whatever your decision or choice, plan ahead before setting off. 3. Coordinate with person or rental company who is picking you If an unknown person or a rental company is going to pick you up, it is good you coordinate a meeting on how you will be picked up. Some useful information you might want to share includes: your arrival time, flight and pick up point especially when you arriving at the Kotoka International airport. 4. Pick authorize taxis If you’re going to be picking a taxi, please pick an authorized taxi. The Kotoka international airport have stickers for all taxi’s that are allowed to operate. This means they are safe and your security is assured. 5. Obey the rules People have the perception that, rules don’t work in Ghana. Please, note at the Kotoka International Airport, whether you arriving or traveling outside, obey airport rules when you are being picked up. Share comment below about the airport pick up tips. Interested in renting a car for your airport pick up, business and personal engagements in Ghana? When are you planning to rent the car? Would you also like to plan your group or personal tour in Ghana? Make your booking now to get amazing discounts. Contact Us Location: Ghana, Accra-Cantonment Email: frimprincetransport@yahoo.com Call: + 233 201588455.

Top 5 Ghanaain Cultural Festivals for Tourists

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Ghana is a country blessed with a rich culture and heritage. Festivals are part of the rich Ghanaian culture and heritage. Each year, festivals are held and celebrated by the various ethnic groups. If you are a tourist visiting Ghana, here are top five Ghanaian cultural festivals for tourists. Homowo Festival The Homowo festival is celebrated by the Ga people in Accra. Homowo in the Ga language means to hoot at hunger. Homowo is celebrated by the Ga’s to hoot at hunger and rejoice in their harvest. It is celebrated by all the towns in the Ga state from May to August. During the Homowo festival “kpokpoi” a local dish of the Ga’s prepared with maize is eaten by the people. “Kpokpoi” is also sprinkled on the streets. Aboakyire Festival This festival is celebrated by the people in Winneba. It is one of the top Ghanaian cultural festivals in the country. It is celebrated in May every year to commemorate the migration of the of Winneba people from the ancient Sudan empire. The name “Aboakyire” means to hunt for an animal. During the festival, the people hunt for a deer and offer it as a sacrifice to their god named “Otu’’ for protecting them during their migration. Akwasidae Festival The Akwasidea festival is celebrated by the Ashanti’s. The Akan calendar has nine months in a year. The Akwasidae festival is celebrated on the final Sunday of every month, which is six weeks. During the celebration they perform rites to honor personal and community ancestors. During the festival, a gathering called “akom” occurs in which there is a lot of drumming, dancing and singing to honor the abosom’s (lesser gods in the Akan tradition) and nsamanfo (spiritually cultivated ancestors). Asafotufiam Festival The Asafotufiam festival is celebrated by the Adangba people in Ada, in the month of August. It is celebrated to remember the achievements and victories won by their ancestors in wars of settlement in that area. The Charlewote Festival The Charle Wote festival is also known as the Charle Wote Street art festival. It was first organized in 2011. The festival has provided a platform that bring arts, music, dance and performance out into the streets and closer to the people. The Charle Wote Festival is not associated with any ethnic group in Ghana. It is organized to celebrate and show case the diverse culture and heritage in Ghana. The past two editions were held in August, in the James Town township. The festival is put together by Accra Alt Radio. Interested in renting a car for your business and personal engagements in Ghana? When are you planning to rent the car? Would you also like to plan your group or personal tour in Ghana? Make your booking now to get amazing discounts. Contact Us Location: Ghana, Accra-Cantonment Email: frimprincetransport@yahoo.com Call: + 233 201588455.

The Kejetia Market: Largest Market in West Africa

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If you ever happen to visit the garden city, Kumasi, make time to visit the Kejetia market. The Kejetia Market is the largest market in West Africa, and one of the best sight-seeing places in Kumasi. The Kejetia market is located in Kumasi, in the Ashanti of Region of Ghana. It has about 11,000 stalls which provides various goods and services to the people in Kumasi, surrounding regions and other nationals. The Kejetia market is located right in the center of Kumasi, to the north is the Kumasi Cultural Center, the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital is located at North West side of the market. The southern part is boarded by Adum, another commercial center in the Kumasi Metropolis. So what is it you want to buy? Or what services do want? Everything can be found in the Kejetia market. From foodstuffs to fabrics, footwear, jewelry, banking service, clothing, groceries, cement and other building materials, stationary, etc. you will find all in the largest market in West Africa. In 2016, the government started a US$298 million redevelopment project to give a face lift to the Kejetia market and the Kumasi metropolis. The project will make available a convenient parking place, a modern bus terminal, a fire station, clinic, police station, and modern security features to the Kejetia market when completed. This means more convenient and a better shopping experience for all who visit the Kejetia market. Get into the Kejetia market and explore all the interesting places in the market, the wonderful and breathtaking architecture of the new market structure, passionate traders, the ambient music, and all the merchandise available in stores, all at one place. You get to experience the true Ashanti culture just walking through and interacting with the traders in the Kejetia market. So, enjoy a fascinating shopping experience in the largest market in West Africa, the Kejetia market. Interested in renting a car for your business and personal engagements in Ghana? When are you planning to rent the car? Would you also like to plan your group or personal tour in Ghana? Make your booking now to get amazing discounts. Contact Us Location: Ghana, Accra-Cantonment Email: frimprincetransport@yahoo.com Call: + 233 201588455.

5 Car rentals Tips for First Time Travelers in Ghana

5 Car Rental Tips for First Time Travelers in Ghana

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Are you a first time traveler in Ghana? Want to rent a car for your travels. If the answer is a yes! Then it is the best decision you have made. It is going to make your travel less stressful and affords you the time to concentrate on other things. Here are 5 car rental tips for first time travelers in Ghana: 1. Choosing a car Lots of factors will decide the type of car you choose for your travels in Ghana. The number of people traveling, the occasion or purpose of trip, distance and location will all be a deciding factor. e.g. If you are traveling to the rural areas in Ghana, where the roads are not so good, you might have to choose a four-wheel drive or pick up. 2. Booking Your Car Another rental tip for first time travelers in Ghana: before booking for your car, make sure the company is up to standard. You can check their website if they have one or check up with the Ghana Tourism Authority to make sure they are registered. 3. Consider more than one rental car company If possible, do a lot of search for other car rental companies to get the best prices and services. Find several deals available and choose the best deal for yourself, in terms of prices, services etc. 4. Look beyond the Airport You don’t have to rent a car at the airport to take you to your hotel. Is either you might be delayed or it will be too expensive since lots of other travelers might be renting a car at the airport. It will do you a lot of good if you use your hotel shuttle service. 5. Call ahead to Confirm If you are a first time traveler in Ghana, another car rental tip for you: to avoid being stranded, make sure you call ahead before you arrive, especially on busy holidays. Interested in renting a car for your business and personal engagements in Ghana? When are you planning to rentca car? Make your booking now to get amazing discounts. Contact Us Location: Ghana, Accra-Cantonment Email: frimprincetransport@yahoo.com Call: + 233 201588455.

5 Things To Know Before Renting a Car for Your Wedding

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Weddings are a big occasion, not just for the couples but everyone: family, friends and loved ones. If, you thinking of making your wedding classier and a memorable one, one thing you should plan for, is the type of car you will want to use. Most people will prefer to renting a car for their wedding. If you are renting a car for your wedding, then there are a lot of things you probably should know before renting a car. Here are five things you should know before renting a car for your wedding: 1. Credibility of the rental company Renting a car for your wedding? Choose a car rental company with a good reputation, that is punctual and credible. Terms and conditions should be clear, written and signed. You will also have to make sure they have an insurance cover for the car and have a license to operate, before renting a car for your wedding. 2. Car should be in good condition Before renting a car for your wedding, inspect the car to make sure it is in good condition. Things you might want to look out for: good and functioning engine, the interior of the car is well maintained, the air-condition is working, lights, windows and doors are functioning properly 3. Be specific and think about uniformity You should be specific on the type of car you want, a limousine, saloon car, pick up or a vintage car. Couples should choose a car that will match their wedding colors. 4. Size of the bridal party You should know the size of the bridal party before renting a car for your wedding. This helps you in deciding the type of (in terms of size) car to get or number of cars you will have to rent. 5. Price It is a big deciding factor. Rent a car within your budget. Find the best prices, don’t just check on one rental company or car, check and compare prices before renting a car for your wedding. Interested in renting a car for your wedding and engagement in Ghana? When are you planning to rent a car? Make your booking now to get amazing discounts. Contact Us Location: Ghana, Accra-Cantonment Email: frimprincetransport@yahoo.com Call: + 233 201588455.

Tourist Guide: What To Wear in Ghana

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Are you a tourist travelling to Ghana and you wandering what to wear? You definitely will have to dress to look good, smart and comfortable for an amazing tour experience. What you wear, will determine whether or not you enjoy your tour trip. In Ghana, what you wear tells a lot about your personality and character. Looking good doesn’t necessarily mean looking very fashionable or dressing to “kill” as have been portrayed recently. So what do you wear, if you are a tourist visiting Ghana? Here are some tourist tips for you. Traditional Values Yes! you have the freedom and you have rights, but in Ghana, culture and traditions are valued and cherished a lot. Clothing’s and what to wear certainly forms a part of it. When you are visiting a typical rural area, it is not advisable for ladies to wear very short shorts, very short skirts or dresses that will expose vital parts of their body. Casual Dressing What to wear in Ghana? Ghana is normally a hot and sunny country. When it’s hot and sunny, it is good to go casual. A t-shirt and trousers or shorts will be good for guys. For the ladies, a t-shirt which cover the stomach, on top of a not too tight and fitting trousers should be perfect. During the night or rainy season when the temperature is normally cold, it is advisable for both guys and ladies to wear clothing that cover their whole body. Avoid Jewelry Why dress with so much jewelry, if you only going for a tour. You might attract thieves and unnecessary attention to yourself. Plus, it’s going to probably slow you down. So wondering what to wear in Ghana? Avoid jewelry. Footwear Also ladies are advised to avoid “high heels’’ and rather opt for flat shoes, sneakers or sandals. Same will do for guys, sneakers or a flat shoe. Interested in travelling and touring Ghana? When are you planning your tour? Are you going alone or with a group? What are your key objectives for this special tour? Let’s help make your tour a great success—we handle everything—from car rental to the tour experience. Contact Us Location: Ghana, Accra-Cantonment Email: frimprincetransport@yahoo.com Call: + 233 201588455.

Top 5 Tourist Sites in the Eastern Region of Ghana

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Koforidua is the capital of the Eastern Region of Ghana. It has a calm and serene environment with a cool weather. Koforidua was founded in 1875 by Asante migrants from Asanteman. The city is very commercial, with lots of trading activities and business happening. Due to its location, it has a lot to offer tourist and visitors, with a lot of tourist sites in and around the township. Here are the top 5 tourist sites in the Eastern Region of Ghana: 1. Boti Falls Number one on the list of top five tourist sites in the Eastern region of Ghana is the Boti Falls. Boti Falls is located in Boti, in Manya Krobo, 17km North-East of Koforidua. That’s about 30 minutes’ drive from the regional capital. The Boti Falls is a twin fall. To catch a glimpse of the beauty of the falls, one will have to descend a seventy stepped stairs. The Boti Falls has its source from the River Pawnpawn before falling over the rocks. 2. Akaa Water Falls Not much is known about the Akaa Falls, but the Akaa Falls is described as nature’s undiscovered beauty in Ghana. The Falls is 7km drive away from the Boti Falls. It takes its source from the same river the Boti Falls takes its source. Akaa Falls is located near Akyeremateng village. One also gets to enjoy the rich vegetation and environment the falls is situated in. The best time to visit the falls is after the rainy season. The Akaa Water Falls is definitely one of the top five tourist sites at Koforidua. 3. Aburi Botanical Gardens This one is for plant lovers. The Aburi Botanical gardens is situated in Aburi, about 30 minutes’ drive to Koforidua. The garden covers a land area of 64.8 hectares. It was opened in March 1890. It is one of the top five tourist sites in Koforidua. The garden is home to over 1000 different plant species. It is among other botanical gardens (about 1,800) that aims to preserve and save plant diversity through: research, conservation of medicinal plants, plant multiplication, training and environmental preservation. 4. Tetteh Quarshie Cocoa Farm Another must see tourist site is the Tetteh Quashie Cocoa Farm in Mampong. It is the first cocoa farm established in the country. The farm was established by Tetteh Quarshie who planted the first cocoa seedling on his farm after arriving from Fernando Po. Today Cocoa is Ghana’s highest export income earner and a big name in the economy of Ghana. To get to the farm, one has to see the care-taker at the Mampong chief’s palace. 5. Bonso Arboretum Another top 5 tourist sites in Koforidua is The Bunso Arboretum. it is located in Bunso, a small town in the East-Akim District of the Eastern Region. It is about 30 minutes’ drive away from Koforidua. The Arboretum is home to different species of flowers and plants. In the arboretum is Ghana’s second canopy walk. It also has a butterfly sanctuary. Interested in travelling and touring Ghana? When are you planning your tour? Are you going alone or with a group? What are your key objectives for this special tour? Let’s help make your tour a great success—we handle everything—from car rental to the tour experience. Contact Us Location: Ghana, Accra-Cantonment Email: frimprincetransport@yahoo.com Call: + 233 201588455.

Holy Trinity Spa and Health Farms: Top 5 Tourist Sites in the Volta Region

Top 5 Tourist Sites in the Volta Region of Ghana

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The Volta Region is one of the regions in Ghana with diverse cultures and people. The region is situated on the eastern borders of Ghana. The Volta Region has a lot to offer in terms of tourist attraction sites. Here are the top 5 tourist sites in the Volta Region: Afadjato Afa’ is the name of the mountain and ‘djato’ means hill, so literally Afadjato means Afa Hill or Afa Mountain. Afadjato is the highest mountain in Ghana and rises to an elevation of 885 meters (2,904 ft.). The mountain is located near the villages, Liati Wote and Gbledi at the Ghana – Togo border. It is found in the Agumatsa Range. The name of the mountain is derived from the ewe word ‘Avadzeto’ which means at war with the bush. It is number one tourist destination for visitors and tourist in the region. Wli Water Falls Second on the list, of the top 5 tourist sites in the Volta Region, is the Wli Water Falls. The Wli Water Falls is the highest water falls in Ghana and West Africa. The water falls measures 143 meters’ in height. The local name of the fall is Agumatsa which means ‘’allow me to flow’’. The water falls is found on the same mountain range on which is Afadjato. Wli falls is located 20 meters away from Hohoe. In reaching the water fall, one will have to walk through the greenery forest which provides a cool breeze, not to mention the 12 small streams one will have to cross. Amedzofe Township Another top 5 tourist site in the Volta Region is the Amedzofe township. Amedzofe is a small town located north of Ho, the regional capital. The township is home to lots of tourist attraction sites and offers an exciting adventure to the, forest, Ote Falls and Ghana’s second highest mountain, Mount Gemi (611m). Another important fact is that: at an altitude of 750m, it is Ghana’s highest settlement. A reported 20,000 visitors and tourists visit the Amedzofe township yearly. Tafi Atome Monkey Sanctuary Tafi Atome is home to the Tafi Atome Monkey Sanctuary. It is one of the most well managed eco-tourism sites in the country, and one of the top five tourist sites in the Volta Region. It is home to a population of endemic Mona monkeys which are considered sacred by the natives. The Monkeys number about 300. The forest is a semi deciduous forest within the savannah transitional zone, with grassland and farmlands. Tourist can play with monkeys, feed them, and take pictures. The monkeys are not aggressive and are very friendly. Tafi Atome is about 80km from Ho. Holy Trinity Spa and Health Farms Probably not the tourist site one imagines, but The Holy Trinity Spa and health Farms is one of the top five tourist destinations in the Volta Region. It is located in a serene quite environment, along the Volta River, in Sogakope. It is a good place for relaxation and holidays. It can cater for programs and activities like: retreats, honey moons, wedding receptions, health vacations and many others. It is definitely a place to cool off and release off some stress. The Spa has boats and jet skis for cruising on the Volta lake. Interested in travelling and touring Ghana? When are you planning your tour? Are you going alone or with a group? What are your key objectives for this special tour? Let’s help make your tour a great success—we handle everything—from car rental to the tour experience. Contact Us Location: Ghana, Accra-Cantonment Email: frimprincetransport@yahoo.com Call: + 233 201588455.

5 Tour Advice for American Expats Working in Ghana

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In recent times, the number of American expats working in Ghana, has increased. They have shown keen and particular interest in tourism especially, exploring and touring places in Ghana of interest to them. Here are five tour advice for American expats working in Ghana: Have a Plan and Prepare The first advice for American expats working in Ghana is to develop a plan and prepare very well before embarking on a tour. This will save you a lot of time, money and stress. If you plan and prepare very well you definitely will know your way about and makes your time more enjoyable. Have an idea of the places you would want to visit, their locations, means of transport, weather conditions etc. before stepping out. Know the Culture of the People Number two tour advice for American expats: know the culture and norms of the place you visit. Culture is highly regarded in the Ghanaian society. For example, the use of the left hand is considered rude and insulting in Ghana. Get to know the do’s and don’ts of the place you visit. You might want to ask a Ghanaian friend or colleague who will have more information on this. Wear Appropriate Clothing’s Number three tour advice for American expats working in Ghana is to wear the proper clothing depending on where in Ghana you will be touring and the weather conditions prevailing there. So it’s very important you know the prevailing weather conditions of the location you would be visiting. Also in some parts of Ghana, it is frowned upon when ladies are improperly dressed (ladies wearing shorts and trousers). Have Enough Money on You it’s not advisable to carry a lot money on you for safety reasons. You can attract unnecessary attention to yourself and be robbed, but some of the nicest tour places in Ghana are in the remotest villages, where there are no banks or ATM’s. So depending on your expenditure, have enough money on you to meet your daily expenses. Not too much and not too less. Health Precautions Malaria is still a big issue in Ghana. On the advice of a medical doctor, it will be advisable take some anti-malaria drugs after or before going on a tour. One could also use anti-mosquito repellents. So number five tour advice for American Expats is to take care of your health. Contact Us Location: Ghana, Accra-Cantonment Email: frimprincetransport@yahoo.com Call: + 233 201588455.

Five Tour Advices for First Time Travelers in Ghana

Five Tour Advice for First Time Travelers in Ghana

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Being a first timer on a travel can be very frustrating, especially when you are a foreigner. Have found myself in such situation on some few occasions, and the experience was not very pleasant? Are you a first time traveler in Ghana? Do you want some tour advice to help you get your way around? Well, here are five tour advice for first time travelers in Ghana Plan and Prepare Very Well If you are a first time traveler, it will be advisable if you do a lot of research and get information before arriving. With the internet making things easier, getting information should not be much of a head ache. From weather, transport, accommodation, tour sites, locations and places etc., all this information can be accessed on the internet. Plan on how you would spend your time here, places to visit, where you would want to lodge, means of transport etc. Contact a Tour Agency If you are a first time traveler in Ghana, we would advise you contact a tour agency or travel agency to sort you out. They can help you out with accommodation, transport, sites or places you want to visit, for a reasonable fee. This would make your travel stress free and give you more time to do other things. Health Awareness You must protect yourself from health related issues like Malaria, HIV-AIDS which are on the rise. It is preventable if you take very good care of yourself and take the necessary precautions. First time travelers in Ghana are advised to take injections against some diseases like influenza and rabbis before travelling. Having some anti-malaria drugs would also be good. Take care of your health it matters. Be careful with Your Camera In some areas in Ghana, like The Embassies, Flag Staff House and Some Chief’s Palaces, photographs are not allowed to be taken, with or without permission. Also it may sound offensive to take pictures of local people without their permission or notice. So to be on the safe side, for first time travelers, always be sure taking photograph is not going to offend people or seek permission before taking photographs of people and places. Be Security Conscious Crime in Ghana is not high like it is in some other African countries or other parts of the world. I would caution first time travelers, to be very alert and careful. Pick-pockets, scammers and thieves are on the streets and can take advantage of you. Avoid show off, or avoid being seen with lots of money. If possible, carry less cash as much as possible and avoid carrying or showing off expensive gadgets. So there you have it, tour advice for first time travelers in Ghana. Interested in travelling and touring Ghana? When are you planning your tour? Are you going alone or with a group? What are your key objectives for this special tour? Let’s help make your tour a great success—we handle everything—from car rental to the tour experience. Contact Us Location: Ghana, Accra-Cantonment Email: frimprincetransport@yahoo.com Call: + 233 201588455.

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