URGENT
GHANA 2010 UPDATE
(ii).
Greetings ones and all just a quick update to inform you that everything concerning the trip to Ghana is on point, and those booked in are in for a journey!
But also to inform you that 3 seats have become available and we would love to fill them with people wanting to take this journey with us - so pass this information onto family & friends.
Everything remains as it was. The deposit money remains at £77.50 per person - due immediately and final payment due by September 9th 2010.
For further information please contact any of the following at anytime:
07950 245 078 - Jah Model
07960 714 807 - Empress Desta
We promise to keep you up to date with current information concerning our trip to Zion, but please dont hesitate to contact us via e-mail at
empirerebels@hotmail.comPlease pass this important information onto family and friends interested in taking this journey.
Blessed Love.Rastafari.
AFRICA I-STORIES
I first went to Ghana in 1996.
I traveled from Accra thru Kumasi, Kintampo, and Sunyani
to Tamale in the Northern Region in search of a village named Zion.
5 years later I named my son Zion.
My daughters and I lived in Ghana for over a year at One Africa Guest House
in the village of Itrea in Elmina, Bordering Cape Coast in the Central Region.
I also lived in Greater Accra Region.
The Beauty and Calm of this Spiritual Land had me overwhelmed.
Going through the Slave Dungeons and physically touching the walls sent the shivers down my spine.
But I must have been one of the strongest in order to return thru the door of no return.
I have travelled to Ghana more than 8 times since.
Ghanaians are very welcoming and hospitable, but do not take their kindness for granted.
I feel so at home when am in Ghana.
The fresh Coconut Water, Tilapia Fish,
Yam Chips, Pounded Yam and Groundnut Soup.
Of course Role Model’s Steam Cabbage and Fried Dumplings.
The Beautiful Beaches, sun shining and cool cool breeze.
Reggae Night on the La-Badi Beach.
Chill out in the day time at Akloma Village and full joy The Reggae Cultural Evenings.
Spend the day at Shining Beach playing Ballgames
and reasoning with the Brothers and Sisters.
Check out the Art Center for all your Cultural Hand Made Arts and Crafts.
Reggae day and night, at Hill Rise Jamaica Club with Jah Marcus & family.
AKWAABA AKWAABA AKWAABA
Just forward to the mother land with I n I for a true Cultural Experience.
No Hype, just 2 weeks of relaxation and re-tracing some of our I Story.
Nov. 30th to Dec 14th
Love Love and More Love.
Mama Ashaki
ii ones and all:
My name is Ricardo artist name Role model, and last year Dec, 09 I an I take the up liftment journey to Africa with Mama Ashaki and her son Zion. There I met some great friends, such as Jah Marcus known here in the UK for his outstanding work, producing music and sound system, alongside The Hill Rise club, which is now situated in Ghana. Koko Shanty, born Ghanaian was another Rasta who welcome I an I to the fullest & I an I being a brother from the far far land, they show I the up most respect and honor and give I an I inspiration to return home to the mother land. I was also told in many conversations that I an I must tell ones and all of the beauty of Africa. “Africa awaits its children”. There I take the opportunity to visited many places and saw a lot of things but the most outstanding one being the trip to the Cape Castle, in there were the dungeons, I was so shocked to see how our ANCESTORS suffered. Many never came out alive as they were beaten, rape and starved to death, this gave me a greater finding within myself to know even though they never made it they done it so we could, with a greater strength. But don’t let it scare you from making the journey, I done it and feel so much better knowing that I Ricardo Morris made the journey home to the mother land. Make it your own experience there is so much for you to learn. Me telling you is not going to free your burden, you have to do it to feel it. As we all mostly travel to the Caribbean and other countries for vacation mainly for the sunshine, beach and partying, but it’s all right there where we are going. And don’t think Africa is boring! NO WAY! Let I tell u something, its BEBBLE...! Hot sun, beaches, Live Reggae shows, clubs u name it, its happening!
GHANA 2010
THE REAL ROOTS TRIP
Greetings one and all! This is what we have been all waiting for, Mama Ashaki And Role Model Invites you to Ghana 2010 the Real Roots Trip. Nov 30 – Dec 14 2010
(other suggested dates available – check flight info page)
In this information pack will contain most answers to your questions by providing information on what is to be expected upon our arrival in Ghana i.e. our planned destinations, planned day trips and accommodation and by doing so this will be giving you a little insight to what Ghana and our beautiful mother land has to offer.
You will also find information about suggested flight dates with current prices found at a well established travel agency. All relevant information is on the travel information page, after a thorough search these were the best prices we found, but bear in mind the prices are all subject to change, especially the longer you leave booking, but our agent is fully aware of the planned trip and will be more than willing to try and accommodate you in the best way possible.
Our suggested accommodation is also provided, these will be the places that we will be staying at which are in beached areas and very close to all amenities and one and all is welcome to forward too! If these places are not up to the standard that you may have been expecting there are plenty surrounding places of higher and lower quality, and price.
Also u will be a part of our big event on the beach with artist from all over the world who also troding the journey. Will join by some of Ghana highest Reggae artist such as Samini, Black Rasta, Ras Fiki U, Kojo kambola and many more. These two weeks in Africa you’re going to love it! And remember Africa is not what they show us on TV. Africa is BEAUTIFUL!
Read on and we hope we will have enticed you into forwarding to mamma Africa with us, come and help discover yourself further on the Ghana 2010 the real roots trip.
IMPORTANT.....this trip is not a package deal. We book the reservation for your ticket/tickets and we point you in the right direction to purchase them. The only money we may require from you is a deposit to secure your accommodation.
FLIGHT INFORMATION
For those who aware or unaware we were planning to support our african businesses and fly with Ghana Airways but as you should all be aware of the company has gone bankrupt and no longer is. So we have tried to find alternative flights which are slightly higher in price but have availabilty for our perfered dates of travel which are as followes: British Airways 30th Nov - 15th Dec 2010, Adults £517, Children £453: Virgin Atlantic 28th Nov - 13th Dec 2010, Adults £507, Children £479 - The Virgin Atlantic prices are based on 30+ persons travelling. In our next meeting we will be discussing if the numbers of those who are serious about taking the journey, to decide whether these fares could apply to our group.
Destinations and planned places to see
In the following information are the places in which we wish to visit these places are not compulsory to your visit and you are a free person at all times. These trips won’t take place everyday there will be days when you can do and go where you wish. But these are just some of the places which offer a chance for you to see the real ‘roots’.
ACCRA: Accra is the capital and largest city of Ghana, a country in West Africa. It is the administrative, communications, and economic centre. Located on the southern coast, this is a pleasant city filled with diverse culture, music, casinos and beaches. Most foreign visitors, including our participants, arrive in Ghana at Kotoka Airport in Accra.
Sightseeing & Activities: Accra offers a wide range of entertainment and a large selection of African and international restaurants, bars, clubs and casinos. A few minutes’ drive from Accra is Labadi beach which usually has a variety of activity with dancers and performers.
Accra also has many forts, museums, colorful markets and colonial era shops. The fishing port of Jamestown, complete with a fort and whitewashed lighthouse is a nice day trip. Close by are the Aburi Botanical gardens which offer a fantastic range of indigenous and exotic trees, as well as many birds and butterflies.
KUMASI: Kumasi is the second largest city in Ghana, with over 1.5 million people. Located in the Ashanti Region, Kumasi takes about four hours to reach from Accra. Kumasi is on the regular tourist circuit along with Accra and Cape Coast. The Kumasi area is dominated by the Ashanti tribe, for whom the city holds a special place in their history: It was here that Okomfo Anokye received the Golden Stool, an embodiment of the soul of the Ashanti nation. The city is a mix of urban and a laidback atmosphere, especially on the outskirts of the city.
CAPE COAST: Cape Coast is located 165 kilometers west of Accra on the Gulf of Guinea. The drive from Accra to Cape Coast is about two hours, depending on traffic leaving Accra. Cape Coast is the capital of the Central Region and was the center of British Administration until 1877 when the capital was moved to Accra. Most of the oldest and best schools in Ghana are in Cape Coast.
Sightseeing & Activities: Most tourists in Ghana visit the Cape Coast Castle, a former slave castle and one of the country's best-organized historical museums. The castle was originally controlled by the Portuguese, Swedes, Danes, and Dutch, before the British took over. With each occupation, the castle was enlarged both in terms of slave exporting capacity and military defence. The museum is informative in a variety of ways regarding tribal culture and slavery. Although a daunting subject, it is well worth the visit regarding learning the history of slave culture in this region.
PHOTO GALLERY
Cape Castle & Canopy Walk in the Kakum National Park
Ampenyi beach – Cape Coast & I an I on Shinning Beach - Accra
Coco Beach – Accra & Labardi Beach - Accra
Jah Marcus, & his brother Decker at the new location of ‘Hill Rise’ Accra, Ghana
Accommodation
ACCRA
Upon our arrival in Ghana we get to Accra the countries capital city. Here we are planning to stay for our first week, and is where we plan to accommodate you at Jah Marcus beach house which is currently under renovation but fingers crossed it will be finished by time we reach there! But, we have seeked an alternative place to stay just in case. A place called Ghana villas situated just 10 minutes drive from the airport and 20-25 minutes to the beach. There are three properties available shown in the photos are below. Properties 1 & 2 are 3 bedroom homes, based on 6 people sharing, and costs around £14 per person per night and property 3 is a 4 bedroom house based on 8 people sharing, costing around £12 per person per night. A rough price guide to accommodation in these areas, are in the region of £45 - £75 per night depending on the standard of accommodation, so you will find that this is very reasonable and these homes have all the amenities we require – A/C, hot water and cooking facilities.
Here are some web-site links that we have been also looking at for alternative accommodation. These are also available in the areas are interested in staying at.
CAPE COAST
Our second week is planned for Cape Coast; here we have found a beautiful guest house overlooking the ocean, courtesy of Mama Ashaki and friends. Below you will find a little info on what rooms are available here. There is a large variety of rooms on offer to suit all; price ranges from £22-£43 per room per night based on at least two people sharing. All rooms have been named after Jamaican heroes and sheroes, this place offers the ultimate African experience with a hint of the Caribbean – lessons in African dancing and African drumming are all available at a small additional fee. Please admire the photos below and for more info do feel free to visit their web-site link.
· Please note that all prices in mentioned in this section are subject to change at any time.
ROOMS
Queen size bed, en suite bathroom
hot water, porch with garden view, fan
and air-conditioned, TV.
Twin beds, en-suite bathroom hot
water, porch with garden view,
air conditioning, TV.
Double bed, en-suite bathroom, hot water
porch facing back garden with, sea view,
fan cooled, TV
Twin beds, fan cooled, shared bathroom
facility, hot water, front garden view, TV
