AFRIKASGEMS TOUR & MARKETING
Managing Travel, Tourism & Hospitality with a Cultural flair !!
HERITAGE TOURISM AT ITS BEST
LOCAL TOUR PARTNERS to AMISTAD'S ATLANTIC FREEDOM TOUR, 2007
(NEW HAVEN, USA June 21, 2007-FREETOWN, Sierra Leone DECEMBER 9,2007)
This is a thorough pictorial guide and overview, providing you with the essentials on TRAVELING TO SIERRA LEONE and WESTERN AFRICA. We promote INDGENOUS, RESPONSILBE & SUSTAINABLE TOURISM. You are guaranteed the most updated information on:
AIRLINE CONTRACTS -- ASTRAEUS, BRITISH MIDLAND, SN BRUSSELS, ROYAL AIR MAROC, SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS, DELTA AIRLINES, CAPE VERDE/GIA and more..
HOTELS, HERITAGE TOURISM, GROUND LOGISTICS, and all you need to enhance your travel experience.
OTHER SPECIALTY TOURS promoted by Afrikasgems Tour/Mt. Lion Excursions include BANANA ISLAND DISCOVERY, Additional Heritage tours to BUNCE ISLAND SLAVE FORTRESS,
Information contained here is updated on a daily basis thus making this a most reliable resource intended to provide a first hand insight into West Africa and what we feel is its GEM, SIERRA LEONE.
You will appreciate our quest for a 'NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO' which has proven to be beneficial in each phase of our operation. Additional information available on Sierra Leone via the FACTBOOK.
OTHER SERVICES
*'FAREDEAL' our unique AIRFARE search system *Flight reconfirmations
*Senior Travel Assist
*Incentive & Group Travel
*RELIGIOUS & MISSION GROUP TRAVEL
*MEET & ASSIST PROGRAM,
*Ferry Schedules
*Helicopter schedules (advance ticketing) *Hovercraft schedule (advance ticketing)
*Intra-Africa Air schedules/info
*Internet services (including wireless)
*Meet & Greet Service ( Banjul, Dakar, Freetown)
*Visa and Passport processing & expadited service
*Travel Insurance
*Vehicle Rental(daily, weekly and airport service)
*MOBILE PHONES 110/220 ACCESORIES by EPORTWORLD
*Arts & craft study and excursions
*Botanical and Specialty tours
LINKUP now or speak to one of our dedicated representatives. CONSIDER Sierra Leone!! THE GEM OF WEST AFRICA.
Members of the TEAM affiliates and members of: I.A.T.A (Intl. Airlines Travel Agent Network), ATA (African Travel Association), ARC (Airline Reporting Corporation), Category 3 Tourism Handling Agent, Sierra Leone.
Travel & Tourism Directory
AFRIKASGEMS@earthlink.net or gems1@mail.com
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Packages you can LEAVE with !!
USA Tel: 301-322-2762/301-562-4959 Fax:301-560-5287/301-562-4958
U.K. FAX: 0207-990-7774/ Sierra Leone(232)22 230478 or 076254577/076813187/033488310/ Gambia(220)9919006 Senegal(221)775366191
USA-8730 Georgia Avenue, Suite.B110 Silver Spring, MD 20910
Sierra Leone-No8 Beoku Lane, Congo cross Freetown
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SERVICES (updated Nov. 2007)Afrikasgems Tour provides other key services that make the process easier before leaving North America, during transit and at your final destination.
Get information on AIRPORTS, TRANSIT HOTELS, FERRY SERVICES, UTaIR HELICOPTER SERVICES, FERRY, MOBILE PHONES and MANY MORE services.
Now you have the ability to book in advance and get answers promptly while saving yourself time and money. |
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FLIGHTS/GETTING THERE (Sept 9, 2007)At last, flight information at your disposal to use in your trip planning process. Read carefully as there are many options and competitive fares via LONDON, DAKAR and BRUSSELS. Use this tool to get informtation on Astraeus, DELTA AIRLINES, BRITISH MIDLAND, SN Brussels, South African Airways,Slok International, ROYAL AIR MAROC, and more. Evaluate the pros and cons of the information we provide and visit the individual websites before making a choice.
AFRIKASGEMS has identified carriers offering INSTANT PURCHASE fares, EARLY BOOKING specials, STUDENT FARES and more. Check out your options !!
A THOROUGH ASSESSMENT OF THE LOW,SHOULDER & HIGH SEASONS IS VERY IMPORTANT WHEN PLANNING YOUR TRIP. |
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RESPONSIBLE TOURISM AND PHILANTHROPY (updated Sep 1, 2007)As a member of the Tourism Community in West Africa and with the Founder, staff and advisors having a combined 75 year tenure in the Travel, Tourism and Hospitality industry we are obligated to practice a responsible form of Tourism. Members of our staff continue to contributed time and money to various grass roots tourism and non-profit programs in Sierra Leone.
'HERITAGE AMBASSADORS' is an ongoing program that encourages local artisans, grassroots tourism efforts & prospective tour guides. The program was conceived alongside ongoing efforts by Afrikasgems Tour/Mt. Lion Excursions, The Sierra Leone Monument & Relics Commission and the Ministry of Tourism. Through this program we are empowering the youth, local fishermen and students interested in Tourism related programs to discover and respect their country and its NATURAL BEAUTY. In return these individuals will have a chance to work as guides and hopefully continue in the Heritage Tourism trade--Success is measured in self-sufficiency and we thus home to see encouraging signs.
Afrikasgems Tour and its preferred partners are dedicated to:
* THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF CUSTOMER SERVICE
* Promoting packages that offer the visitor a fair assessment of SL by providing alternatives.
* Supporting the National Tourist Board in it's efforts and initiatives
* Working with local communities and provide expertise whenever possible, to help develop lasting tourism infrastructures
* Preservation of what we believe are the KEY GEMS, the natural beauty, vegetation, flora, culture, weather and the PEOPLE.
* Employment of local staff
1. Banana Island descendants and The West African Methodist Church, Banana Circuit (WAMC)- This will be our fourth year of organizing discovery missions to Banana Island. Our goal is to research the history of the Island, located some 30km off the coast of Freetown and a bastion of our rich history and flora. Part of our proceeds will help in the preservation of the Island's history and continue to assist with preservation efforts being undertaken by WAMU (part of the oldest Methodist organization) comprises of the Zion church on Dublin and Jehovah in Ricketts. We hope to bring attention to these two treasures (even in their deteriorating state) and possibly help in their renovation.
You may visit the highlights of our BANANA ISLAND TOURS
2. ASPIR Association of Sports for the improvement of Refugee/Returnees
ASPIR was founded in 1998 in Gueckedou, Guinea through the initiative, organizational and financial support of F Noel Sagna in the mission of assisting traumatized refugees in the various camps.
In reaction to the lack of community unity within the camps and increased gender violence, human rights abuses and delinquent activities.
3. Number 2 River Development Association - This beach community embarked on a self-help program after the civil strife in Sierra Leone, providing clean water, electricity and some housing at a time when little help was being provided by the government.
Afrikasgems Tour and partners have assisted the Association in providing income generating features to their beautiful village. They have created a safe, clean and relaxing environment with beach shelters, villas, a new restaurant and several excursions.
4. Nenneh's Children Relief - Founded in 1996 The Nenneh's Children Relief Fund was established in New York by Ms. Remi Saunders (a school teacher) to support the efforts of Nenneh's Preparatory School. NCRF is a non-profit organization to which the owner of Afrikasgems Tour & Marketing has personally contributed precious time since its infancy. |
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HOTELS in FREETOWN MAINLAND (Update Jul 9, 2007)Hotel Accommodations in and around the city of Freetown, suburbs, peninsula and Lungi International Airport area.
NOW THE BEST ACCOMMODATIONS AND BOOKING GUIDE ON SIERRA LEONE RIGHT AT YOUR FINGERTIPS. SPECIAL PACKAGE RATES AVAILABLE TO AFRIKASGEMS (AGEMS) CLIENTS!!
* AFRIKASGEMS REPRESENTATIVE VISITS are MADE TO ALL FACILITIES;
* ADDITIONS & UPDATES MADE INSTANTLY;
* CLIENT FEEDBACK ALWAYS AVAILABLE;
* SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL AND PACKAGE RATES;
AFRIKASGEMS works directly with all properties including:
HOTEL BARMOI, FRANCO'S LODGE, CAPE SIERRA HOTEL, HOTEL KIMBIMA, HOTEL CABENDA, BINTUMANI HOTEL, COUNTRY LODGE, SIERRA INTERNATIONAL, HILL VALLEY HOTEL
GEM ratings are based primarily on the opinion of Afrikasgems staff, client feedback and information from the National Tourist Board of Sierra Leone.
LINKUP now or speak to one of our dedicated representatives.
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GUEST HOUSES (Sep, 2007)An array of first class guest homes and flats have cropped up in and around the vicinity of the Greater Freetown area.
Rest assured that that guest homes featured here have been screened by the staff of Afrikasgems Tour. In many cases you are being provided with the most current data from staff & guests |
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ATTRACTIONS (Apr, 2007)| Guma Valley & Kongo Dam, York Village Caverns, National Railway Collection of Sierra Leone, Sierra Leone National Museum, Tacugama Chimpanzee sanctuary, Banana Island, Bunce Island World Heritage site, BEACHES....and more !! |
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TOURS (October 17, 2006)Experience these safe and secure Tours within the Freetown area. The Mountain Horizons Tour will provide you with an excellent view of various city landmarks while giving you a panoramic view of the hillside and some hidden treasures. You get a chance to visit Fourah Bay College, Tacugama Chimpanze reserve, St Charles church, Konga dam and more. Come prepared and be comfortable.
The Banana Island Excursion takes us on a 25minute ride along the peninsula beaches to one of our three launching points off Kent, Hamilton or the Aqua Club for a boat trip to this majestic island first inhabited in the early 1700's. This is a full day tour, see below.
The BUNCE ISLAND EXCURSION promises to be a journey into history. The Fortress at Bunce Island played a major part in the Trans-Atlantic slave trade dating from the 1670's when the British based Royal African Company established a trading post on the northern tip of this small island. Bunce Island became the final holding point before thousands of Africans crossed into bondage.
Please feel free to experience the past few excursions on our *video presentations*. |
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ARTS, CRAFT & CULTURE (updated Oct 20, 2006)*
Enjoy an array of arts and craft from local (Sierra Leonean) artisans. All items shown on this page were acquired in Sierra Leone and many of the craftsmen and craftswomen are presently practicing their craft. A small purchase during your visit would go a long way toward encouraging their efforts. |
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Flora (Updated, 01sep 06)Flora and vegetation
Get a taste(literally) of fruit and plant life that you would otherwise not see outside a supermarket. Sierra Leone is blessed with rich flora!! |
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Scenes of Sierra Leone Afrikasgems invites you to view some scenes of Freetown, Sierra Leone and it's surrounding area.
Afrikasgems offers you the ability to 'know before you go' by providing comprehensive information on transportation, car rental, hotel accomodations, restaurant and recommendations on tours.
Afrika_gems@mail.com
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