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Hotel Kanaga, Mopti

venturetravel — Tue, 10 May 2011 14:47:34 +0000

With another fine location on the banks of the River Niger, the Hotel Kanaga in Mopti is one of the best hotels in Mali. Most of the 80 rooms are pleasantly decorated with local Malian handicrafts, offer good size bathrooms, air-conditioning and satellite TV. The hotel also has a swimming pool and restaurant, with the opportunity to dine outside if the weather is good. The Kanaga hotel is ideal both for travellers seeking maximum comfort and for the organisation of incentive trips, seminars and professional meetings.

80 air-conditioned, bungalow-type rooms set among flowers and ornamental gardens. Two restaurants: “Le Niger” and “La Pailote”, conference room, business centre, private club with African music, travel agency, art gallery and boutique.

The interior of Kanaga house can hold up to 75 for Buffet served Dinner or Cocktail Party Style.

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Grand Hotel, Bamako

venturetravel — Tue, 10 May 2011 11:13:06 +0000

One of the very first hotel built during the colonial era, Le Grand Hotel has always enjoyed hosting a variety of guests coming to Mali on business or on a cultural quest. They have always appreciated the comfort and location of this landmark hotel situated at the foot of the Presidential Palace of Koulouba and next to the historic railway station.

Le Grand Hotel is the ideal place to experience the beat of the city. This 4 stars property offers 77 oversized rooms and 4 suites. You will enjoy your stay within it’s contemporary surroundings and the personnel will ensure that every moment you spend with Grand Hotel will create cherished memories for a long time.

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Hotel Mande, Bamako

venturetravel — Mon, 09 May 2011 14:31:18 +0000

Located at the edge of the River Niger, in a warm and paradise. 15km from the airport and 3 minutes from the city centre. The Mande Hotel, is the space environment flagship of tourist Malian given it’s wonderful location.

The Mande Hotel also offers many outdoor activities, with it’s gardens, a swimming pool and walking on barges…Far from the congestion and pollution of the city centre, Mande Hotel would be very happy to have you as guests and wished a pleasant stay to it’s faithful customers.

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Hotel Salam, Bamako

venturetravel — Mon, 09 May 2011 13:58:43 +0000

Ideally situated on the left bank of the Niger river, adjacent to the Congress Centre, this 4 star hotel has a fine, international quality level of service. It’s position next to the newly built King Fahd bridge and on the principal axis to downtown places it at 20 minutes from the international airport of Bamako-Senou. You will notice the Touareg-influenced style in both the outside architecture and indoor decor. The hotel Salam also features the works of well respected Senegalese artist Secka. It’s 118 rooms, decorated with taste and elegance, are divided among the 5 stories (accessible via 2 elevators). The outdoor overflow pool and it’s garden also make the Hotel Salam the ideal place to relax and enjoy natures bounty.

The hotel Salam has 1 Presidential suite, 6 Junior suites and 111 double rooms with one or two beds. All the rooms are sound proof and air-conditioned of course. Luxuriously decorated, all our rooms are equipped with central air-conditioning with individual controls, a mini-bar, full cable T.V., direct line telephones, internet access, in-room safe and central lightning control.

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Mali

venturetravel — Mon, 09 May 2011 12:03:47 +0000

Mali is a landlocked nation in West Africa, located south-west of Algeria. At 1,240,000 square kilometres (479,000 sq mi), Mali is the world’s 24th largest country and is comparable in size to South Africa or Peru. Most of the country lies in the southern Sahara, which produces a hot, dust-laden harmattan haze common during dry seasons. The country extends south-west through the subtropical Sahel to the Sudanian savanna zone. Mali is mostly flat, rising to rolling northern plains covered by sand. The Adrar des Ifoghas lies in the north-east.

The country’s climate ranges from subtropical in the south to arid in the north. Most of the country receives negligible rainfall; droughts are frequent. Late June to early December is the rainy season. During this time, flooding of the Niger River is common. The nation has considerable natural resources, with gold, uranium, phosphates, kaolinite, salt and limestone being most widely exploited.

Admire the ‘Jewel of the Niger’, Djenné, with the world’s largest mud-brick building – the Grande Mosquée. This is one of the oldest trading towns along the Trans-Saharan caravan routes. About 5km (3 miles) away is Old Djenné, founded around 250BC, today it is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. See how Mopti is located at the confluence of the Bani and the Niger, built on three islands joined by dykes. There is another fine mosque here. The market in the town centre, Marché des Souvenirs, and the area surrounding the port are also worth visiting. Wonder at the ancient villages cut into the Cliffs of Bandiagara, people by the dogons, whose ancient beliefs have remained largely untouched by Islam. The spectacular villages have been listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.

Rapidly developing, particularly in the main cities, tourists can find high standards of accommodation and cuisine on offer. Intriguing and colourful markets, vast desertscapes and ancient tombs and relics are all waiting to be discovered. Once an overseas territory of France, Mali gained independence in 1960, and today it is one of the most politically and socially stable countries in Africa.

Explore the capital Bamako, a modern town and the educational and cultural centre of Mali. the main places of interest are the markets, the botanical gardens, the Musée National, the zoo and the craft centre at the Maison des Artisans. Go to Timbuktu, where the magnificent camel caravans arrive every year from the salt mines to distribute their produce.

Timbuktu was the centre of a lucrative trade in sat and gold, straddling the Trans-Saharan caravan routes, as well as being a great centre of Islamic learning. Many beautiful mosques (Djingerebur, Sankore and Sidi Yahaya for example) and tombs. some dating back to the 14th century, remain. Another ancient city to wander round is Gao, which had its heyday in the 15th century. The mosque of Kankan Moussa, the tombs of the Askia Dynasty, and two excellent markets can be found here. Investigate other interesting towns such as San and Ségou, one of the largest cities in Mali known for its pottery, market and mosque.

Trek the Bandiagara escarpment in the Dogon country, with Bandiagara, Bankass and Mopti being the main starting points for trekking trips. Guides are available and recommended.

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Hans Cottage Botel

venturetravel — Fri, 06 May 2011 13:48:31 +0000

Experience the serenity of cottage life. Hans Cottage welcomes you to a unique atmosphere that spells comfort and relaxation for any traveller. Hans Cottage boasts fantastic scenery and some unique features, unparalleled in the hotel industry.

The bar and restaurant, where visitors can relax and watch the crocodiles swimming in the lake and monkeys playing in the trees, sit on Lake Hanson a manmade lake. Visitors are always amazed to find themselves witness to some of Africas rarest and most beautiful species of bird, as well as the astounging array of ground and water-living animals. Boating and fishing trips are also available on the lake.

Other facilities at Hans Cottage include: Well appointed accommmodation with 45 rooms to suit all budgets including a two bedroom house with garage, suites, double and single rooms, budget rooms with shared facilities and camping, swimming pool, conference hall, gift shop, bar and restaurant which serves African and Continental dishes, car rental services and collection from the airport, or any part of Accra on request.

Hans Cottage also has a sister hotel in Accra which is ideal for the low budget traveller. The Hansonic Hotel is situated on Hansonic Road, in the Hansonic area of Accra. The hotel has 40 bedrooms, only a few of which have air-comditioning. The hotel serves breakfast, lunch and dinner.

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Chances Hotel

venturetravel — Fri, 06 May 2011 10:59:39 +0000

The accommodation is set back from the Accra to Ho road. Chances Hotel nestles at the foot of the Kabakaba Mountains at the edge of Ho. The Main block of the hotel contains 25 self contained extra-large rooms with twin beds, excellent for groups and conferences.

The rest of the accommodation comprises of sixteen comfortable and well designed chalets that are scattered around this peaceful and pleasant setting, enjoying magnificent views across the African plains, and a stunning view of Adaklu, Ghana’s very own Table Mountain. The chalets offer all the amenities which facilitate a spacious en-suite bathrooms, satellite TV, telephone and a fridge.

Facilities also include a fully licensed bar and restaurant, a world class internet cafe, secure off road parking, an arts and crafts shop, vehicle and driver hire and finally, up to date administration and business facilities encompassing a modern, fully furnished conference centre which can accommodate 120 delegates.

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Elmina Beach Resort

venturetravel — Thu, 05 May 2011 14:33:28 +0000

Elmina’s luxurious rooms, which includes a presidential suite and eight crown suites, provide a relaxing and refreshing stay. The extensive facilities in each room include: balconies, air conditioning, mini bar, colour TV with satellite and in house video channels, electronic safe, IDD telephone, fax and computer access points. Cribs and roll-away beds are also available. Rooms for the disabled, and Smoking/non smoking rooms are also available.

The Elmina Resort contains one restaurant (Homowo) and two bars, Damba and Ngwa (which is also a nightclub). Leisure facilities available for your use are as follows: two outdoor swimming pools, tennis court, squash court, table tennis, extensive gymnasium and a jogging track. Also available to the holiday-maker is a business centre with fax and photocopying facilities, airport shuttle on request, baby sitting service, laundry and valet service, and a doctor on 24 hour call. The Elmina Resort is also home to a gift and jewellery shop, offering a wide range of arts and crafts produced in the surrounging area ad three large, fully equiped conference and banqueting rooms, which can be set up as you require.

A short, refreshing walk brings you to the tranquil beauty of Brenu Beach, one of the finest in the area. The Elmina Resort is more than happy to drive you there, should you require.

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Coconut Grove Beach Resort

venturetravel — Thu, 05 May 2011 13:45:22 +0000

The Coconut Grove Resort is directly overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. This attractive, National Award Winning Resort has a spacious pool area that leads directly onto the sandy beach, a 9 hole golf course, 2 lawn tennis courts, and offers beach volleyball, soccer and horse riding. The gardens have been beautifully laid out to enhance the outstanding vistas beyond the hotel. The gardens themselves have pathways lined with a profusion of exotic plants and flowers.

The accommodation is arranged in single and double standard rooms, family units and suites. Rooms are equipped with TV with multi-channel satellite, hot and cold water, telephone and en-suite wash-rooms.

Breakfast, lunch, and evening meals are served both buffet and a la carte style in the beach-front Breezers Restaurant, whilst the Traders Grill Bar is available for poolside snacks during the day. If you desire the best seafood, including Lobster, squid, grouper and prawns (amongst others), this is the best place to be.

This hotel will appeal to those looking for rest and relaxation after a long day’s touring.

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Treasure Land Hotel

venturetravel — Thu, 05 May 2011 11:55:54 +0000

The Treasure Land Hotel is very standard with stylishly furnished bedrooms, restaurants, swimming pool, conference hall, summer hut, etc. Room amenities include: internet, air-conditioning, work desk, satellite TV, telephone, private bathroom or bath tub. Experienced chef and courteous waiters have an impressive menu of both continental and local dishes which will surely satisfy even the most selective of palates.

The Treasure Land Hotel is surrounded by green gardens, water fountains, exotic plants and is located conveniently near to several attractions and places of interest in the Ashanti Region. Treasure Land Hotel assists you with many special services including reservation of tickets for entertainment and sport events, understanding of group -and sightseeing tours, transportation to and from the local airport.

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