The Great Fall: Historical Cotton Tree

One of the most important landmarks of Sierra Leone and its history fell last night, the 24th May 2023.  This was caused by a heavy downpour of rain and storm. This landmark is known as The Cotton Tree, which is believed to be over 500 years old. This tree oversaw the honking traffic inching around […]

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April Round Up – A busy month with VSL: Cruising, Citizenship, Hiking, Running and Exploring

1. Swan Hellenic Cruise Ship (SH Vega Cruise Ship) The 21st of April, we welcomed the SH Vega Cruise Ship, a 5 star elegant Scandi-design boutique ship which had over 100 cruisers, and we handled 40 Cruisers in total. We were responsible for their tour around Freetown as they visited Tacugama Chimpanzee Sanctuary, Old Fourah [...]
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Sherbro Alliance Partners & Government Commit Further to Develop Sherbro Island

Freetown, Sierra Leone, 27th March 2023 by Portland Communications - The Government of Sierra Leone and Sherbro Alliance Partners (SAP) progress the Sherbro Island City project following the signing of the Investment Framework Agreement (IFA) and a visit to the island and further consultations with stakeholders. The common vision for Sherbro Island City is to [...]
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Official Launch of the Agro-Tourism Project with VSL TRAVEL, Handicap International (HI) and NETHIPS

On the 28th of February, VSL travel in partnership with Handicap International and NETHIPS officially launched the agro-tourism project, which was signed and sealed on the 10th of February 2023. This launch was held at the NETHIPS FARM located at Yaewa Village via Matindi Town, which is 5km from Waterloo Highway. In attendance were MAFFS […]

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VSL signs Contract with Handicap International to support vulnerable communities through agro-tourism

VSL TRAVEL’s CEO Abimbola Carrol has signed a contract with the non-governmental organisation Handicap International – Humanity & Inclusion (HI), to support the creation and marketing of an agro-tourism product in partnership with the Network of HIV Positives in Sierra Leone (NETHIPS). The project will run for two years and will include setting up the […]

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9 Events to check out in Sierra Leone this December

December in Sierra Leone is always the highlight of the year, overloaded with fun events and activities. This December is no exception and the list of December 2022 events in Sierra Leone only keeps increasing. Find out all that you are looking for from our curated list of December 2022 events in Sierra Leone and […]

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Budapest-Bamako 2022 crosses the finish line in Freetown

Freetown was the final destination for the Budapest-Bamako Rally (the World’s largest humanitarian rally) again this year. Great news for destination Sierra Leone. This year’s event took approximately 19 days journeying through Hungary, Austria, Slovenia, Italy, France, Spain, Morocco, West Sahara, Mauritania, Senegal, Mali, Guinea and into Sierra Leone via Gbalamuya and Madina Oula entry […]

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7 Festivals you should definitely check out this December

Take part in colorful festivals and lively traditions, explore bustling markets, and sample the local cuisines. There are numerous festivals happening this December, but these are some of the best lined up for you. Try not to miss them! 1. Food Fest Get ready to have a taste of Sierra Leone once again at the […]

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Sierra Leone’s Tourism Minister extends invitation to RwandAir to add Sierra Leone to their list of Routes

This years Inter-Tourism Expo Ghana is Supported by World Bank – Sierra Leone Economic Diversification Project. The Minister made this open request to RwandAir, when she was called to present a Mock Cheque to the Organizers of the Inter-Tourism Expo 2022. She saw the need and time to presents Sierra Leone’s RwandAir Routes. Having taking […]

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5 Things to Know Before Traveling to Sierra Leone today

Here are 5 things to know when travelling to Sierra Leone today. 1. Health & Vaccinations YELLOW FEVER: Yellow fever vaccine is mandatory and you will be asked for your vaccination card on arrival.  COVID 19: All inbound and outbound passengers to register on the travel portal https://travel.gov.sl before traveling into or out of Sierra […]

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