7 Tips for Choosing the Best Travel Buddies for Your Trip to Ghana
7 Tips for Choosing the Best Travel Buddies for Your Trip to Ghana
Planning a trip to Ghana is exciting—golden beaches, buzzing cities like Accra, lush rainforests, and vibrant cultural festivals await! But choosing the right travel companions can make or break your adventure. Your travel buddies can either elevate your Ghana holiday or turn it into a tale of what-could-have-been. So, how do you pick the perfect crew? Here are 7 tips to ensure your travel buddies vibe well with your Ghana holiday goals.
1. Personality Match: Easygoing or Adrenaline Junkie?
Is your potential travel buddy a laid-back coconut-sipper who’s happy lounging on Labadi Beach? Or are they the thrill-seeking type who will hike to Wli Waterfalls or negotiate fiercely at Makola Market? Ghana has diverse experiences, so ensure your personalities complement each other. Balance is key—one free spirit in a group of strict planners can spark creativity, but too much mismatch may lead to frustration.
2. Social Compatibility: Do They Share Your Energy Levels?
Are you a night owl ready to dance till dawn at Accra’s legendary Osu nightlife, or do you prefer serene sunsets at Lake Volta? Align on your preferred level of social interaction. Some may want to connect deeply with locals and explore cultural gems like the Cape Coast Castle, while others may stick to their comfort zones.
3. Emotional Resilience: Are They Easy to Travel With?
Ghana’s vibrant culture and sometimes unpredictable adventures (hello, bumpy rides to Mole National Park) require a touch of patience. Choose travel buddies who handle challenges—like delayed tro-tros or surprise rainstorms—with humor and grace. Emotional flexibility is golden in Ghana, where the journey is often as exciting as the destination.
4. Financial Alignment: Budget-Friendly or Big Spender?
Can they afford the trip without drama? Ghana offers a mix of budget and luxury options, but it’s essential to agree on spending levels. Will they share your enthusiasm for affordable Ghanaian street food like kelewele (spiced fried plantains), or are they more inclined toward high-end dining? Transparency about money avoids awkward moments later.
5. Cultural Curiosity: Do They Respect Ghana’s Traditions?
Ghana is rich in culture, from the Kente-weaving traditions of Bonwire to the solemn history of the slave trade. A great travel buddy embraces learning about Ghanaian customs—like greeting with the right hand and enjoying a lively Azonto dance-off. Avoid anyone dismissive of local cultures; they might dim your experience.
6. Shared Interests: Do They Want the Same Kind of Trip?
Are they as excited as you to explore Ghana’s gems like Kakum National Park’s canopy walk, or are they only interested in Instagrammable moments? A shared bucket list can ensure harmony during the trip. Discuss priorities before packing your bags!
7. Adaptability: Can They Roll With the Punches?
Traveling in Ghana is full of surprises—your planned itinerary might shift when you stumble upon a roadside drumming session or an unplanned festival. Choose friends who see these as opportunities, not inconveniences. Spontaneity is the heart of travel in Ghana!
Choose Wisely, Then Stay at Legassi Gardens
Finding the perfect travel buddy ensures your Ghana adventure is as amazing as the country itself. Now that you know what to look for, it’s time to lock in your dream vacation! Base yourself at Legassi Gardens, where serene gardens, fully equipped holiday rentals, and a touch of Afrocentric hospitality set the perfect tone for your trip.
📍 Located just outside Accra, Legassi Gardens offers a peaceful retreat with easy access to bustling city life and top attractions. Plus, their vegetarian-friendly kitchen and eco-conscious vibe are perfect for travelers who appreciate authenticity and comfort.
Contact Legassi Gardens today at www.legassigardens.com to book your slice of Ghanaian paradise! Your unforgettable Ghana holiday starts here.
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Getting back to Africa! Ghana! Rekindling that wanderlust!
How to get that ‘travel mojo’ back!
- Imagine all the delicious food you are missing out on! The mouthwatering fresh, exotic fruits- mangoes, jack fruit, coconut, custard apples, honey limes, watermelon- usually straight from the local farm. For your health and general well being, the cleansing and rejuvenating effect of eating tropical fresh fruits cannot be over-stressed. Not to mention all the delicious meals, with flavours and rich seasonings that excite your palette and awaken the senses…
2. Follow the fragrances! Oh the scents of the tropics! Have you ever been woken by the orange jasmine in bloom? It’s silken white blossoms adorn this evergreen tropical plant with an almost nectar like fragrance! If we could eat them we would reach the heavens 🙂 But we cannot. Just breathe in deeply and dream.
3. Listen out for the sounds: in Africa, you are in the heart of the natural kingdom, where man and his environment live still largely in harmony. Where in the world (nowhere) can you get a sense of perfect isolation, more than in a whole entire continent with a smaller population than a whole entire country…Africa has 1.2 billion inhabitants which is less than India (10 x smaller than Africa) with its ‘boasy’ population of 1.3 billion. That leaves a lot of space: land, mountains, rivers, lakes, waterfalls, plains- stretching into the 10,000s KM as far as your eyes can see, and beyond- for you to enjoy if you take the beaten track! Renew your spirit of wonder! It’s time.
4. I just love the flair of the place! Its so cool!
Remember: you’re cool! Africa is where flair and style began. The perfumes, the fabrics, the adornment, the arts, culture and love for beauty and entertainment. It’s redefining itself now, in pockets, then in waves! Accra has felt the tsunami and is birthing a new tribe- Afropolitan, Afrochella, Afropulse, Afrowhateveryoufeellikebaby…the latest flows rhythmically with the neo and into an unfamiliar scene, that everyone wants to be a part of. The happenings are relentless and, most importantly, beautiful.
How can you deprive yourself any longer?
Unleash the wanderlust flow! Get back to Africa!
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5 Cool Things About Ghana
Ghana has something for everyone, without even trying!
Visit Cool Ghana and
Discover
the Soul of West Africa!
- 1) Ghanaians generally have a relaxed and friendly attitude towards strangers of any background. It’s possible to blend in and feel that you’re just another part of the colourful scene. There’s no pointing, staring, hassling or hustling of visitors to this vibrant country- especially and ironically, in the Capital city of Accra, and major cities of Kumasi or Takoradi. Like in the cosmopolitan cities of London, Toronto or New York, everyone belongs.
- 2) In Ghana, ‘nightlife’ can be created anywhere! It’s non-stop, simple fun, and almost anyone can start a ‘night club’ or local ‘night spot’, for beers, kebabs and that ‘hangout’ energy that some Western night club owners would pay for handsomely, and still struggle to capture. A few plastic tables, chairs, drinks and loud music, very loud- and you’ve got your ambiance: that cool vibe seems to come naturally in Ghana.
- 3) In Ghana the portions are BIG! The love of food will seduce you and lead your midriff astray in no time! No-one nibbles, or pecks at food, unless hospitalized, and generous, hunger busting portions of Jollof, Wakye or Fufu are expected, whether from commercial sellers or in private homes. The invitation: “Yen didi” (Let’s eat) whenever someone sits to eat in your presence is not an idle statement- most portions could very easily be shared by at least 2 people!
- 4) Get ready to ‘rock and roll’ on the roads of Ghana’s towns and cities! Driving in Ghana is an art, a sport, a dance! Every driver executes their work with flair, as they navigate each stage of the performance- joining the chorus of vehicles and expertly circling the human traffic. Your journey, whether by private car, trotro, taxi, Uber, train or even on foot will leave you wanting an encore!
- 5) Ghanaians never seem to say “No!” They always try to be helpful and positive, with a real ‘Can do’ attitude, which often extends to the “I can do” version. This is great! Very reassuring and comforting, and totally cool, as you can then always count on at least one person to help you with EVERYTHING! Transferable skills win the day in Ghana every time, leaving ‘No’ as just another unnecessary barrier to a life long friendship.
- FOR MORE COOL FACTS ABOUT GHANA- WATCH THIS SHORT VIDEO!
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