Cape Coast Castle: A Traveller’s Guide to Ghana’s Former Colonial Capital
Cape Coast Castle sits right on the water in the heart of Cape Coast, a lively university town in Ghana’s Central Region. For over two centuries it was the seat of the British colonial government on the Gold Coast, ruling the country from behind these same...
What Is Elmina Castle? A Complete History and Visitor Guide
Elmina Castle is the oldest surviving European building anywhere in Sub-Saharan Africa. The Portuguese built it in 1482 on the coast of what is now Ghana, and it still stands today, overlooking the fishing town of Elmina in the Central Region. It began as a trading...
Hiking in Ghana: 5 Trails for Nature Lovers Within 2 Hours of Accra
One of the things that surprises people most about living in Accra is how quickly you can escape it. Thirty minutes in the right direction and the noise, the traffic, and the pace starts to dissolve. If you have been meaning to explore beyond the city but have not...
Cocoa Production Farms in Ghana You Can Visit from Accra
Ghana is one of the world’s most important cocoa-producing nations, and what makes it truly special is how close you can get to the action. Just a short drive from the heart of Accra, you can walk among cocoa trees, meet the farmers behind some of the...
Tipping in Ghana: A Friendly Guide to Getting It Right
Whether you’re visiting Ghana for the first time or settling in as an expat, one question always comes up sooner or later: do I tip here, and if so, how much? The honest answer is: it depends. Tipping in Ghana isn’t governed by strict rules the way it is...
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