Marion Hateka: Tourism Opportunities & Main Attractions

Tuesday, 28 January 2014

Tourism Opportunities & Main Attractions

Ghana is endowed with a wide range of natural, cultural and historical attractions, which offer a wide variety of tourism products. Above all, Ghanaians have a reputation for friendliness which is worth its weight in gold in attracting international tourism.

Natural Environment Heritage
Historic Heritage
Cultural Heritage
Community Ecotourism and Heritage Sites

Investment Opportunities
Ghana's tourism potential is vast. The platform has been put in place for increased tourism and investment in hotels and leisure resorts throughout the length and breadth of the country. Thanks to the tropical climate Ghana enjoys, it is an ideal year-round destination. There are various festivals throughout the year which celebrate the rich cultural traditions of various ethnic groups. The presence of renowned international hotel chains such as Hilton, Holiday Inn and Novotel in Ghana (among others) - with very high occupancy rates throughout the year - is a testimony to the giant strides Ghana has made as a tourism destination of choice.

Areas for Tourism Investment in Ghana
Attractions
Most of the attractions ( natural parks and reserves, beaches, animal sanctuaries, lakes, rivers, mountains and waterfalls) are in the natural environment and are as yet to be developed.
Other areas of potential include:

Cruise Boats of various types on the sea, lakes and rivers.
Light engine planes or helicopters for tourists to see major sites or parks
Construction of paid washrooms on highways, lorry parks and tourist sites.

Accommodation
Visitors facilities in Ghana are all concentrated in urban areas including Accra, Kumasi and Takoradi(the oil city). Substantial potential is available in the accommodation sector in other regional capitals and their districts, with good tourism opportunities.