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Visit Sierra Leone and Banana Island Community sign lease to refurbish abandoned Guest House
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We are thrilled to announce that Visit Sierra Leone (VSL) Limited has signed a long-term lease with the Banana Island community to refurbish and rejuvenate the iconic Banana Island Guest House. Nestled amidst the serene beauty of Banana Island, our commitment to preserving and enhancing this beloved retreat is at the heart of our mission. […]
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The Budapest-Bamako Rally 2024 is gearing up for not one, but two exciting events this year where travellers and thrill-seekers will have the opportunity to embark on the ultimate road journey from Hungary’s historic city, starting on January 26 and February 16, and heading to the breathtaking scenes of Sierra Leone on February 12 and […]
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The Attiéké Chronicles – Three places to buy this delicious dish in Freetown
In the spirit of exploration (strictly for research purposes, of course), we set out to explore three restaurants renowned for their take on this delectable dish. Let’s dive into our findings.
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FRESH SALONE: Sierra Leone’s agricultural gem
Located in Kobbaya, Kaffu Bollum Chiefdom, in the Port Loko district, the business has been in operation for about a decade and is looking forward to exporting their produce to the international market.
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From Conservation and Preservation and Eco-Tourism to Renewable Energy Initiatives, investing green can support sustainable tourism development. To commemorate today and in line with the theme we are highlighting five female led companies in the green investment and renewable energy space.
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Embarking on an Enriching Gambian Adventure
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On the 26th of June, just days after fulfilling our democratic duties, VSL embarked on its second outbound tour, taking a group of 12 to explore the wonders of The Gambia. While some in the group were visiting the destination for the first time, for all of us, this was a chance to truly embrace […]
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From Culinary Passion to Enchanting Hospitality: The Kona Experience Unveiled
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Welcome to The Kona, where a profound love for outstanding food and the determination to transcend ordinary customer service have converged to create an extraordinary dining haven. Join us as we delve into the captivating tale behind The Kona’s inception, driven by a passionate quest to redefine taste and hospitality. Through this blog post, you’ll […]
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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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Travelling to Sierra Leone FAQ
Sierra Leone was recently featured on Time Magazine annual’s list of World’s Greatest Places of 2023, therefore these are answers to some frequently asked questions. Below are some important information as you make way to this beautiful country. 1. Visa You will need a visa to travel to Sierra Leone. Passengers with an ECOWAS passport […]
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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 […]