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Explore Eastern Africa: Celebrate the End of 2024 Stress-Free

As 2024 draws to a close, it’s time to let go of the year’s stress and embrace a relaxing, memorable getaway. Eastern Africa offers the perfect destinations to unwind, reconnect with nature, and start 2025 on a high note. With its breathtaking landscapes, fascinating wildlife, and serene beaches, this region has everything to make your...

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Calabar Carnival: A Unique Blend of Culture, Unity, and Celebration

The vibrant city of Calabar, located in Cross River State, Nigeria, transforms every December into a cultural and tourism powerhouse with its globally acclaimed Calabar Carnival. Dubbed “Africa’s Biggest Street Party,” the festival has become a signature event that tourists and indigenes eagerly anticipate. The attendees and performers grace the grounds of the carnival with...

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Tinapa Resort: What Happened to This Monument?

Tinapa Resort once hailed as one of Nigeria’s grandest ambitions for tourism and economic growth, now stands as a ghost of its former self. Located in Calabar, Cross River State, the resort was launched in 2007 with the promise of transforming Nigeria into a leading tourist destination. However, over time, the grand vision has slowly...

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Jaekel House: A Visit to the 126-year-old Building in Lagos

My friend and I decided to visit the Jaekel House Railway Museum in Ebute-Meta, Lagos, after watching a video about it on Instagram. It is a mini museum located inside a 126-year-old building, a place that holds many memories about Nigeria’s railway history. Getting In When we arrived at the museum, we were told there...

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Argungu Festival: The Beauty of A Unique Culture and Tradition

The Argungu Fishing Festival is an annual four-day event in Kebbi State, Nigeria. The festival brings together tradition, culture, and community spirit in a spectacular celebration that has long captured the hearts of participants and onlookers alike. First held in 1934, this festival was born from a historical moment of peace between the Sokoto Caliphate...

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Why Omu Resort is Considered the Most Amazing Destination

Nestled in the vibrant area of Ibeju Lekki, Lagos, Omu Resort stands as a ray of adventure and relaxation. Renowned for its captivating blend of thrilling activities and serene environment, it attracts visitors seeking a unique experience. As you step into this enchanting haven, you will find yourself immersed in a world where excitement and tranquility coexist...

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Makarios Aquatic Park Redefines Recreation, Sets New Standard for Tourism

The overwhelming question as I consider this picturesque, Makarios Aquatic Park is: Can you handle the splashiest fun in town? In a groundbreaking move, Lagos has unveiled the Makarios Aquatic Park, a revolutionary recreation destination that is redefining the face of tourism in Nigeria. This iconic multi-billion Naira project is the first multi-sensory aquatic park in sub-Saharan Africa,...

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IS NIGERIAN TOURISM A PUZZLING PARADOX?

Pause for a moment…! When was the last time you ventured through the beauty of Nigeria? To begin with, the future of tourism in Nigeria presents a mixed landscape of challenges and opportunities. Despite contributing 4.8% to the GDP in 2023, according to the World Travel & Tourism Council, the sector faces hurdles like infrastructure...