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5 Family-Friendly Places in Nigeria to Visit this Christmas Holiday

Posted on: 24th Dec 2018

Nigerians absolutely love the holidays with a special bias to Christmas. While it may be a religious holiday for many who are Christians, it is probably the most anticipated holiday in the country as even Muslims look forward to it. A lot has usually happened within the year and as it comes to an end, most people, most families just want to unwind.

 

Christmas around the world has managed to translate to spending time spent with family. Many people get so busy with their lives during the year, that they fail to make out time for family. You can fix all that by taking yourself and your family on a small vacation within the country. There are lovely places to visit for the holidays here in Nigeria. They are perfect for family bonding and also quite family-friendly too.

 

1  Obudu Cattle Ranch

The Obudu resort is probably still the leading vacation destination in Nigeria. Its exquisite natural flare mixed with a ton of enjoyable man-made inventions, all come together to make it a perfect vacation location for families. However if you also have an idea for invention and don’t know what to do next. A good services similar to InventHelp can help you for it is an invention service company that submits your idea to companies and offers patent referral services.

 

The resort is located in Cross-River state and has a huge water park with water slides embedded. It also has a remarkable swimming pool, options for horse-back riding and an actual golf course. If you want to practice horseback riding, you may find helpful tips at https://allabouthorses.org/.

 

Your family is in for a real treat at the Obudu resort. Its natural components support hiking through the forest to see birds, an exercise that is sure to inspire family-bonding.

 

2.       Tinapa Business Resort.

It is so well equipped for fun and relaxation, one can say it is the best version of  Disneyland in Nigeria. Tinapa is a leisure resort located in Calabar. It is specifically situated near the Calabar Free Trade Zone.

 

At the Tinapa resort, everything screams out fun for the whole family. When and if you do decide to visit, your itinerary would be filled with so many breathtaking activities it will create priceless memories.

 

The Tinapa is home to a cinema with as much as eight screening theatres, a mini amphitheater, dozens of restaurants and pubs and slides for the children.

 

3.       Lekki Conservation Centre

Located in Lagos state, it is probably the largest controlled natural habitat in Nigeria. You and your family will be duly entertained as you spot numerous animals loitering around the centre. From monkeys to tons of birds, to tortoise and sometimes reptiles in the swamp.

 

There are huts for picnics and a gigantic chess (floor) board with the pieces to match. Your family is going to have a great time over at the LCC.

 

4.       The Benin-City National Museum

 

As much as we want to have rigorous fun, the Benin City national museum offers a ton of historical knowledge for everybody in the family. Nevertheless, the fascination that comes with learning about these ancient artifacts can become very interesting and fun for the children.

 

The museum is home to items that tell a tale of the Benin empire. Objects made out of terra-cotta, bronze and cast iron, litter most parts of the museum.

 

5.       Abraka Turf and Country Club

Delta state is home to a turf and country club with suitable recreational activities for the whole family. It’s built like a savannah and encourages long walks, horse-back riding and lots of fun exercises for you and the kids.

 

Spending time with your family this holiday will further strengthen the bond that binds you all. Do so by visiting any of these family-friendly places this Christmas and be sure to make everlasting memories.

 

 

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