If you are wondering where to enjoy the forthcoming Easter holiday, well, look no further. A trip with your loved ones to The Gambia – The Smiling Coast of Africa, could be what you need to fully savor the joy of the season! The Gambia has rolled out the red carpet for visitors, especially from Nigeria.
For most Nigerians, Easter is usually a family affair and the rising profile of The Gambia as one of the Africa’s leading tourism destinations, easily stands the country out as your choice for the Easter holiday with the family.
The Gambia is the ideal Easter holiday destination for loved ones for several reasons. The country parades a wide range of resorts, which provide attractive events for all classes and ages of tourists throughout the holiday period.
Easter is the perfect period for adventure, exotic Gambian cuisine and memorable family fun, which will linger for a long time.
“The Gambia is the place to spend your Easter holiday. The Smiling Coast of Africa is a year round holiday destination, but the Easter break, especially offers people the opportunity to spend time with family and loved ones. The Gambia is always home for our brothers and sisters from Nigeria and others willing to take time out to relax, have fun and generally enjoy themselves”, says Adama Njie, Director of Marketing, Gambia Tourism Board.
The Gambia provides the perfect environment for Easter retreats for individuals or religious groups.
For Nigerian families, the Cape Point is highly recommended because of its relaxed feel and excellent beaches ideal for picnics.
Also, most people will find the Makasutu Culture Forest, and several other beautiful forest parks in The Gambia suitable for a combination of relaxation for loved ones and for religious activities. Lovers will find the intimacy and comfort of the Ngala Lodge and Flourish Wellness Centre alluring and enjoyable. There are several hotels and resorts to choose from, all offering breathtaking views and excellent experiences.
The history of The Gambian also presents special attractions for Nigerians, particularly for schools excursions and for others, to enjoy the popular ROOTS experience through visits to the slavery exhibition at the museum in Albreda/Juffureh, before boarding a boat and continuing the journey to the former slave fortress of James Island (Kunta Kinteh Island).
A walk through the tropical forest of the Abuko Nature Reserve, which is within easy reach of the main resort area will also reveal friendly crocodiles, “photogenic” monkeys, reptiles and a host of bird species.
“We have over 150 luxury hotels and lodges, most of them located along the coastline, with an exciting range of Easter activities for the family and for lovers”, Njie says while assuring that Nigerians visiting the Gambia will certainly return to the Smiling Coast of Africa to spend many more holidays after their first experience of the warmth and hospitality of The Gambia.
OBINNA EMELIKE
