Accra Travel Forum

This will by my first time in Accra. There's seem good tips on VT, but much of it seems dated (circa 2004). Can anyone give advice about things to do/where to go - especially re. beaches, restaurants/bars , attractions? With about a aweek to spend, I hope to pick up at least some of the vibe and atmosphere of this city.

I have been contacted by a young lady requesting help from me she has given her address as a PO>Box no5048 Accra North a Miss Ocloo Livingstone would this be a correct address as normaly i would expect to see a street /road or something simalar or is this a scam I would be grateful for youre help, she says her Father is sick in hospital and she needs money to pay for his treatment ,she also claims to be a student nurse . and quates her age as 31 she gave a phone number of her uncle +233249971850 can somone help

Hi,

I'm going to Accra this summer for about 10 days in July. I am going on a tour (for the first 7 days) and I hope to spend a few days in a hotel. Does any one have any suggestions on hotels and things to do?

Thanks for you help

Looking for for somewhere to stay in Accra for 2-3 weeks in Mid October. Moderate price. Hopefully somewhere a bit north of Achimota Forest.

Also looking for things to do, club idea's, or any other suggestions. Have visited Accra a few times and have been to the Forts, Kakum, etc.

Thanks for your help!!

Will be visiting the city soon and would like to know if there are any good salsa dancing venues on the weekend. I know of the coconut groove hotel on wednesdays but nothing for friday, sat or sunday evenings! Surely there has to be more than one venue in Accra.

HELLO
I AM FROM INDIA VISITING ACCRA SOON!! ANY ONE WILL BE THERE IN ACCRA GHANA?
ANY HOPE TO HAVE A TALK OR MAIL ?

SIVAN

Hi - who can recommend a good hotel in central Accra?

Hello -

Would someone please provide some contact information for a good bookstore in Accra? I am mostly looking for a good book on Twi and and also some books on Asante and Ewe traditional spiritual practices.

PP

I have a lady friend who lives in Accra. She has a Greek (EU) passport
and originally intended to travel yesterday to live with me in England.
When she purchased ticket she was referred to customs who asked about
customs declaration money. She had to produce evidence that she has £1000 becore
she was allowed to travel. She only had £500 but also a letter of invitation
from me stating that I would be responsible for her accommodation, upkeep and
travel etc during her time with me. They still would not accept this as sufficient. I was surprised that they were so inflexible. Can you confirm to
me if this the law in Ghana (that a travelling passenger leaving Ghana has to
have a minimum of £1000 before being allowed to leave.
thank you
email address Normanpelling@aol.com

if anyone is interested in travel to Accra, Ghana this summer...hit me up! :)

Hi everyone, I am planning on spending my christmas holidays (Dec. 22 to Jan 2) in Ghana. If you've been there recently, or live there I would appreciate any tips on Hotels, Places to vist, transportation and any useful information

Ola

Hey is anyone travelling to accra this summer? If you are, email me at Xprincesscece23x@aol.com

I am thinking of visting Accra and I wanted to know how accessibile Accra is to people in wheelchairs.

I use a 300lb powerchair (non-foldable) and I'm looking for information on-
- Accessable transportation - general and vans in particular - local within Accra mainly + visiting nearby areas.
- How accessable are hotels, shopping, tourist places, night clubs/bars
- Attitudes in Ghann re disabled people (i.e Are they likely to help or hinder?)

i'll spend my 3rd last year's eve in Accra, Ghana....someone can give me some advice for this night? last year I spent the night in Labadi beach and in a club dancing ragga!!!!!.......help me!!!

I will be travelling to Ghana in November 2003. Any suggestions on best hotels (cheap!) restaurants, places to see? I am visiting a friend who lives there so will have a local familiar with all areas of the country, but most of my time will be in Accra or Takoradi.

Are there any other travellers who will be in Ghana for November or December?

For those who know Ghana, is Accra safe for a fair, blue-eyed, femalee, single travellor? Or for any woman not accustomed to the culture? Is there a way to get around inexxpensively, yet safely without having to depend on first class hotels, restaurants, and taxis.

Are the notices put out by the U.S and Candadian forriegn affairs people just a precuation, or is unexpected violence escalating. I understand that in the past Ghana has been safe, and that Ghanians are hospitable people, but are these new threats random rare acts, or should they be expected and will become the new norm?

Robberies do happen everywhere, and anywhere in the wold where tourists are, there will be more risk, but I am trying to judge what to expect for Accra. What is prudent?