Takoradi, Ghana

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April 26th 2010

Published: June 11th 2010

We arrived about 8:00 this morning at another port on our visit to Africa, the twin city of Sekondi-Takoradi, capital of the Western Region of Ghana. It is Ghana’s fourth largest city and an industrial and commercial center. The chief industries are timber, cigarettes, shipbuilding and railroad repair. Takoradi is the largest city closest to the Equator and the Prime Meridian, making the city t... Read Full Entry

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High Wire Act

These two guys are stringing the new walk. One of them is not even wearing shoes.

Hi Bob!

Bob and his wife Deb were on the 2009 cruise and were in the suite next to us. He is a great photographer and donated his time to give lessons to guests that wanted help with their photos and cameras, both last year and this. This year they only did the final segment.

You Made It Andy

He has that exasperated look as he successfully finishes the walk.

Nice Job Dear!

Annette at the end of the trail. Way to go!

Tree Growing in a Tree

As we make our way back down the path there was a tree growing out of the dead tree.

Stay the Night

Annette saw this sign that promoted camping in the rainforest. a

You Survived the Walk!

Nice going dear! Now you have to give up your badge.

Housing

On our way back to the ship we passed a nicer area of housing with what looks like electricity.

And then...

We drive by this area with less than adequate housing.

Elmina Beach Resort

We made a refreshment stop at this beach side resort.

Surf Side

The resort is right on the beach.

Crashing Waves

Great waves!

Lips

These great lips were painted on the wall inside the resort.

Taxi Please

As few people own cars here, there are taxis that can drive those that can afford them. They are easily identified by the way the fenders are painted.