Landtours, west africa tours, year of return tours, ghana. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Bradts book is the definitive englishlanguage guide to ghana. Explore accra holidays and discover the best time and places to visit. Ghana often surprises its visitors with all the attractions it has to offer. In 1963, master twentiethcentury photographer paul strand documented ghana, the first subsaharan colony to become an independent country. We are one of the reputed and most trusted ghana tours and travel agency and we organize customized ghana tours and vacations for groups. The site in ghana is one of the best in west africa, with a colony of the birds constructing their bulky mudcup nests on an overhanging rock face deep in the forest.
Easy track ghana is here to meet your expectations for a vacation in ghana. In 2007 a need was felt to write and document histories of all the traditional states, the religious bodies, tourism sites and centres in the country. The government plans to hold a huge event in 2007 to commemorate the 200th anniversary of the end of the transatlantic trade by britain and the 50th anniversary of ghana. Two satellite images encompassing most of ghana reveal extensive flooding. During the transition period of six months, the old cedi is known as cedi, and the new cedi was known as ghana cedi. Easy track ghana is here to meet your expectations for a vacation in ghana, togo and benin. Underscored by the united states congress recently passed act, h. Our team of local travel experts are licensed with ghana tourism authority and are members of the tour guides association of ghana torgag. Ghana cultural tour includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more. Guide to ghana bradt country guides philip briggs on. Ghana tours book ghana tour packages at thomas cook. Mumaizu joins his father on a visit to a hippo sanctuary in ghanas upper west region. Ghana, 4th bradt travel guide paperback november 1, 2007. Ghanas uneasy embrace of slaverys diaspora the new.
Ghana trip, year of return tours, west african tours, ghana tour, ghana tours, ghana vacation, ghana holiday, west africa tour, west africa tours, west africa vacation, west africa holiday, visit ghana, visit west africa, travel ghana, travel west africa, ghana adventures, west africa adventures, ghana expeditions, west africa expeditions, experience ghana, experience west africa, safaris in. Education in ghana was mainly informal, and based on apprenticeship before the arrival of. Ghana the world factbook central intelligence agency. Ghana s beating heart probably wont inspire love letters, but you might just grow to like it. Situated on the southern coastlands of the country, this populated city is characterised by trafficheavy streets, sprawling markets, shantytowns juxtaposing modern high rises, and glittering beaches lapped up by the waters of the gulf of guinea. N ghana experienced some of its worst flooding in decades in sept. Inappropriate the list including its title or description facilitates illegal activity, or contains hate speech or ad hominem attacks on a fellow goodreads member or author. Sources for the mutual history of ghana and the netherlands an. The most flooded rivers are the white volta and its tributaries. Ghana s evergrowing literary movement is putting the country on the world map. Ghana tourstogo circuits benin tours tour guide media. The capitals hot, sticky streets are perfumed with sweat, fumes and yesterdays cooking oil. Founded in 1987, apstar is a member of the tour operators union of ghana tougha, and has a focus on history.
The view on the left taken on 12 september 2007 shows river systems throughout the length and breadth of the small country swollen compared to conditions in june right before the rainy season started. Please read the layout guide and lead section guidelines to ensure the. Buy ghana bradt travel guides 5 by philip briggs isbn. Series of research and consultations were done from 2007 to 2011 to examine the viability of the project. Ghana tour guide 14 photos tour agency dzorwuluaccra. This failure of ghana tourism is not attributable to foreign ownership.
An annotated guide to the dutch archives relating to ghana and west africa in the nationaal archief 15931960. Travel with a certified local guide and feel the hospitality for which ghana is famous. Enjoying this charisma bird, one of just two members of the family, will doubtless be one of the highlights of the tour, which makes for an excellent introduction to west. Kufuor oversaw improvement in the economy, although poverty remained widespread in ghana, and in dec. Despite ghana s vast tourism resources, tourism has been unable to play a catalyst role in the countrys development process. Covering 500 years of ghana s history, the ghana reader provides a multitude of historical, political, and cultural perspectives on this iconic african nation. Ghana s rich vibrant cultural identity, exceptional natural history and many historical sites are waiting to be discovered. From the lively city bars and clubs to lush national parks abounding with elephants and golden beaches just waiting to be enjoyed, book your tour. Tour of ghana, togo and benin, 14 daysfind out more about this tour. Selected as one of the top photography books of the year by shutterbug magazine. The itinerary was spectacular and a considerable value for the price. Click on link to view our ghana tour book with all of the details on traveling to africa on the journey of a lifetime. Immerse yourself in ghana s cultural traditions and natural beauty. The journey to the motherland introduces you to a vibrant africa with a mix of roots, culture, paradise, night life, shopping, networking, business and investment opportunities.
Review for joseph azure, tour guide in accra, ghana. Satguru travel and tour has 53 branch offices in 42 countriesthis earned us the tag line think africa, think satguru satguru travel and tour ghana, started operations in the capital accra in the year 2007. Whether you are craving to experience the hustle and bustle of the capital city or enjoy the atlantic ocean beaches of ghana, choose ghana. Sinoghanaian relations refer to the current and historical relationship between the republic of. Publications school of performing arts university of ghana. Homegoing by yaa gyasi, ghana must go by taiye selasi, wife of the gods by kwei quartey, the beautyful ones are not yet born by a. Ghana city tours is your perfect private tour partner to explore the history of ghana, its attractions. In 200708, the two years in kindergarten were added to the free and. The tour began with a prologue in london, and ended with the traditional finish in paris. This 8th edition of bradts ghana remains the only dedicated guidebook on the market and the most comprehensive source of travel information on the first country in subsaharan africa to gain independence and the worlds secondlargest producer of chocolate. This was by far the best holiday i have been on to date feel free to. Custom tour packages in ghana from a tour operator in.
Speaking at a book fair in november 2009 adedapo oyekanuri, minister at the nigerian high. When booking a tour with ashanti, you get more than just a local guide, all ensure you experience the real ghana, seeing life as it is. Holidays in ghana book ghana tour packages from thomas cook and get great deals on ghana packages online. If you want an african tour that lets you experience the sights and sounds and tastes up close, then we are here to make that happen just for you. Bradtas ghana has remained the bestselling guide to the country since it. In a country of otherwise largely outdoorsy pursuits, ghana s capital accra stands out as its commercial and economic hub.
National book club conference accra, ghana the fifth annual book club conference goes international this year with a trip to ghana. With diverse wildlife, beautiful beaches and ancient fortresses, it has a little something for every visitor. In august 2007 the nigerian high commission in ghana launched nigerias 47th independence anniversary celebrations in accra. We truly love ghana, togo, benin, cote divoire and burkina faso and do our best to make you feel the beauty and have an exciting tour of west africa. This book tells the story of kwame nkrumah, the first postcolonial president of an independent african country. Incorrect book the list contains an incorrect book please specify the title of the book. So we left london for ghana and this vlog is the first few days in ghana. International organisations african union au economic community of west african states ecowas economic and monetary community of central africa cemac west african economic and monetary union uemoa. This has made it possible for satguru travel and tour to be dotted all across africa. The conference promises to bring together literature and african history to create a lifechanging experience for attendees.
A military parade took place on black star square in accara. Whether discussing the asante kingdom and the gold coasts importance to european commerce and transatlantic slaving, ghana s brief period under british colonial rule, or the emergence of its modern democracy, the volumes eighty. I am an experienced travel professional who has led uncountable tours for many companies and individuals. There are standard day tours and bespoke longer tours for all group sizes. Custom tour packages in ghana from a tour operator in ghana. Published by charles scribner and sons reference books, u. One of africas great success stories, the country is reaping the benefits of a stable democracy in the form of fastpaced development. With the discovery tour ghana cultural tour, you have a 10 day tour package taking you through accra, ghana and 5 other destinations in ghana. The book utilizes previously unpublished and recently declassified is state department documents to give an analysis and a chronology of nkrumahs fall.
Ghana 2007, peter randall photographer, an african portrait. Hailed as west africas golden child, ghana deserves its place in the sun. An african portrait revisited hardcover may 1, 2007. Ghana is a country of both natural and cultural diversity. Saidiya hartmans story of retracing the routes of the atlantic slave trade in ghana is an original, thoughtprovoking meditation on the corrosive legacy of slavery from the 16th. Nearly every volunteer or backpacker you meet in ghana will own or have read a copy of this book. Take a culture and history tour of accra to see its historical. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new.
From the lively city bars and clubs to lush national parks abounding with elephants and golden beaches just waiting to be enjoyed, book your tour today and be amazed. Capecoast is the capital and is the best place for ghanas history. Along the way, the route also passed through belgium and spain. Atta millss ndc also won the largest bloc of seats in the parliament. I would definitely book another tour with tichama tours and hassan if i go back to ghana. Participate in community activities, such as helping out at a local school or creating arts and crafts with local. Explore ghana holidays and discover the best time and places to visit. In a country of otherwise largely outdoorsy pursuits, ghanas capital accra stands out as its commercial and economic hub. Immerse yourself in ghanas cultural traditions and natural beauty. Situated on the southern coastlands of the country, this populated city is characterised by trafficheavy streets, sprawling markets, shantytowns. I spent three months in several different parts of ghana, and this book was very useful.
Be aware that most ghanaians still think in old currency. When booking a tour with ashanti, you get more than just a local guide, all ensure you experience the real ghana seeing life as it is. The nigerian high commission in accra is the primary diplomatic mission of nigeria in ghana. Tour kakum national park, one of west africas surviving tropical rainforests, or visit kumasi, the seat of the ashanti empire whose craft markets are unique in the world. Blastours is a ghanaianowned destination management company established to meet the needs of business and leisure traveler s to and within ghana togo and benin founded in 2003, weve grown to be one of the leading tour operators in ghana. Read more about the shocking history of ghana s slave fortresses and their significance to modernday ghana fisherman ghana between 1482 and 1786, clusters of castles and forts were erected along the 500 kilometerlong coastline of ghana between keta in the east and beyin in the west. Reading up in ghana as christmas approaches, there are few better presents than a good book. List of books and articles about ghana history online. Published november 1st 2007 by bradt travel guides first published august 1st. Perhaps foremost among those endemics is the legendary whitenecked rockfowl, picathartes gymnocephalus, a sensational prize. Spam or selfpromotional the list is spam or selfpromotional. Thanks to explore ghana tours for organizing this incredible trip. Ghana was amazing, and we went to see all the great historic landmarks. West africas gregarious ghana is home to historic slave forts, wildlife to rival east africa and some of the worlds biggest and brightest markets.