Building deep bonds, reigniting relationships, creating fun memories and much more is the purpose of getaway trips for most families, while for some persons it’s just a time to relax and get away from the everyday hectic activities.
During such breaks, away from the hustling and bustling of cities, there’s opportunity for parents to spend valuable time with each other and most especially with their kids. Children, particularly the ones still in their early teens, have room to explore and learn from such trips, by gaining more experience from their new environment and also by interacting with people from different backgrounds.
Usually, because of the cost that may be hefty, most people don’t bother going on such trips, and most families end up waiting a whole year to go to the village – as it’s customary during the Christmas. But not all getaways cost an arm and a leg.
Whether you’re looking for a serene atmosphere for vacationing or planning a break for the weekend or just looking for a place to clear your head for a few hours. There are lots of fun and exciting places to visit that wouldn’t shake your account. Check them out:
Millennium Park
It’s the largest public park in Abuja, commissioned in 2004 by Her Royal Highness, Queen Elizabeth II of England, and one of the best tourist destinations in Abuja covering a land area of about 32 hectares.
The park has a lovely walkway with fountains and night lights plus a narrow river running through its center. A region of the park is dedicated to scientific knowledge of natural environment while another section consists of untouched nature and greenhouses for tropical birds and butterflies with a flair of Italian garden layout as it was designed by an Italian architect
Manfredi Nicoletti.
Millennium Park is a decent spot for picnics and gives visitors the chance to enjoy the freshness of nature. A visit to the park during weekends is the perfect time to relax and evening walks are especially thrilling to savor the beauty of the lights of the park.
Nike Art Gallery
Located in Lekki Lagos, it’s a fantastic place for art and craft lovers or for people that have an eye for beautiful pieces in general. One can find interesting paintings, crafts, accessories, precious stones, wooden crafts etc. at reasonable prices. Asides that the amazing creativity could blow a person’s mind because once you get through the entrance a display of beautiful art installations such as beadworks, drumming, singing, carvings, dancing and much more would wow you. The gallery is an exceptional place to visit with family, friends or just as an individual.
Port Harcourt Tourist Beach
Looking for a place to get away from all the chaotic hassle of city life? Then the Port Harcourt Tourist Beach is the perfect spot for you, and what’s more, it’s very affordable. The brains behind the invention of this beach made it a serene atmosphere for visitors with a scenic stretch of sandy landscape and delightful waves. It’s a wonderful spot for vacations and picnics as visitors can have fun walks through the hiking trails while also enjoying the live performances of cultural entertainers who add to the fun and excitement.
Lekki Conservation Center
The Lekki conservation center can be found in Eti Osa Local Government Area of Lagos, on Lekki Peninsula. The conservation is a beautiful environment for nature lovers as it’s full of adventures. It’s a super awesome place that has a rich blend of tropical plants and animals coupled with a canopy walk that’s exhilarating which also serves as a perfect view of the Lekki Peninsula. It’s a nice place to rejuvenate after a hectic week, and a walk through the conservatory could offer one some peace of mind. The center comprises of natural habitats and serves as a reserve for wildlife as well.
Obudu Mountain Resort
Another exciting getaway destination that offers the best fun memories without having to spend excessively is definitely the Obudu Mountain Resort (formerly called Obudu Cattle Ranch) located at Cross-river State. The resort features a water park with water slide, a swimming pool, night time bonfires, and horseback riding. Going to the mountain with the cable car ride (which is said to be the longest ride in Africa) from the base to the top of the hill is a thrilling experience as it gives visitors a scenic view bypassing the extremely winding road to the top. It’s the perfect place for families to bond with excellent entertainment, and a fantastic place to enjoy nature while hiking through forests and mountains as you watch birds too.
Tinapa Business Resort
Tinapa Resort is a Business and Leisure resort located in Cross River State near the Calabar free trade zone. Equipped with top-notch facilities the resort serves as a wonderful vacation spot with lots of attractions, such as; an open exhibition area for trade exhibitions and other events, a children’s arcade, water parks – pools for adults and children, water games plus water slides, a movie production studio popularly called
Studio Tinapa or
Nollywood and much more.
Ikogosi Warm Spring Resort
Ikogosi warm springs resort is situated in a small quiet town endowed with rich, local customs in the western part of Ekiti State. The Ikogosi warm spring is said to be a one-of-a-kind tourist destination with its distinctive attraction – the meeting point of the warm and cold springs is a fascinating sight for visitors plus the mythical story surrounding the spring. It is said that the warm and cold water were the two wives of a man. The warm water was the difficult wife while the cold spring was the peace-loving and calm wife. To give tourists a memorable long lasting experience a resort is situated around the spring which features well-furnished and spacious rooms, recreational facilities, including an airport, pick up service.
