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Why
choose Gambia for your cheap family holiday
What could North Africa offer
the tourist? Year around nice weather and only a six hour flight from the
United Kingdom. Their international airport is called Banjul International
Airport which is located only 30 minutes from the capital of Gambia, Banjul.
The capital is built on St. Mary's Island on the river Gambia. It boasts
a mixture of architecture from its days as a colony while still keeping
its shantytown area alongside a modern business section. Outside of being
the capital of Gambria, Banjul also produces beer. Its brewery produces
Julbrew. Visitors can visit the brewery for a sample of the native beer
and then visit the National Museum to see exhibits of the history and the
culture of Gambia. They can also visit Arch 22 which was built to celebrate
Gambia's independence from colonial rule.
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excursion to the city of Julfureh would be a lesson in history that would
be unforgettable. The town became famous when the black writer, Alex Haley
wrote his legendary book, Roots. Alex Haley's ancestor, Kunte Kinte was
born in Julfureh. As an added attraction, the tourist can take a trip to
James Island which was used as a slave encampment. Studying of the history
of American slaves in books seriously lacks the impetus of visiting the
country where they came from and the history that led to their part in
American culture. The country of Gambia is surrounded by the most perfect
beaches the world has to offer. But there are other adventure for a family
oriented vacation. Abuko Nature Reserve is on the west coast of Gambia.
It is like going back to Eden and finding yourself amidst birds and animals
that a loving creator fashioned. You can visit the animal orphanage and
take a walk to the Brikama Wood Carving Centre to see some of Gambia's
artists working. There are many day trips to take from your beach resort
on Gambia.
Native food in Gambia can
take some getting used to as it is highly spiced. But most of the country
has international food and a Garden of Eden cornucopia of fruits. Food
in Gambia is a gourmet adventure of the known and the selective native
unknowns like the Wonjo juice. |
 
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Shopping for tourists is
almost compulsory for them to feel like they have connected to their vacation
spot. But in Gambia souvenirs made from native animals are not allowed
out of the country. However, you may purchase native Batik fabric, wood
carvings and CD recordings of the fabulous African nation of Gambia. An
example of a seven day stay on Gambia would be to book a resort like Kololi.
It has to be the most exotic plush version of splendor only imagined in
movies of Cleopatra. A room for two with all the amenities and breakfast
would run you around 900 dollars for seven days. Of course there is the
Sheraton Gambia for 1200 dollars. You can best decide on what package you
like by visiting online sites that offer travel and accommodations to the
splendidly rediscovered continent of Africa, and your best bet would be
to start in Gambia where civilization and the Garden of Eden meet.
A vacation to Gambia may
cost just a little over 2500 dollars including flight from the United Kingdom.
For an African adventure that is cheap. But you will be treated as if spending
like a millionaire by the friendly, courteous Gambian people who speak
English and have kept their native customs and beautiful beaches as if
untouched by the centuries that has seen them being the hosts for a world
full of Europeans who found the northern African coast of Gambia, hospitable
and desirable.
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Coco
Ocean, Serekunda, near Banjul
Coco Ocean is located on
the beach in Sere Kunda, close to Kololi Beach. Other points of interest
are Independence Stadium and Bakau Kachikally. This Sere Kunda property
has a private beach. Dining options at Coco Ocean include 2 restaurants
and a bar/lounge. Room service is available during limited hours. Recreational
amenities include 3 outdoor swimming pools. Also located on site are a
sauna, a fitness facility, and a steam room. The property's full-service
health spa has body treatments, massage/treatment rooms, facials, and beauty
services. Additional property amenities include a library, a poolside bar,
and multilingual staff. Extended parking privileges may be offered to guests
after check-out (surcharge). |
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Kombo
Beach Hotel Banjul
Located in Sere Kunda, this
beachfront hotel is near Kololi Beach. Another nearby attraction is Independence
Stadium. This Sere Kunda property has a private beach. Dining options at
Kombo Beach Hotel include 3 restaurants and a bar/lounge. A complimentary
buffet breakfast is served daily. Recreational amenities include an outdoor
pool, a children's pool, a fitness facility, and tennis courts. Spa amenities
include massage/treatment rooms, facials, body treatments, and beauty services.
Wireless Internet access (surcharge) is available in public areas. Additional
property amenities include a poolside bar, multilingual staff, and gift
shops/newsstands. |
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Laico
Atlantic Banjul
The hotel is set within
spacious gardens at the mouth of the Gambia River, only a 10-minute walk
from the centre of the country's capital, Banjul. The hotel provides wonderful
opportunities for both relaxing and more adventurous holidays. It is situated
right on the beach, overlooking the sea. The Royal Victoria Hospital is
only 100 m from the hotel, and Banjul International Airport is 25 km away.
An exciting trip up the Gambia River, a boat safari taking in traditional
African villages, an excursion to nearby Senegal, bird watching in the
hotel's own bird sanctuary, guided ornithological expeditions - all these
wonderful options and more are readily available from your comfortable
base in the hotel. The hotel has 204 guest rooms. |
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