Abuja Travel Guide

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      prawn salad..... divine textures
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Gurara Water Falls
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1 hour drive from Abuja are the Gurara Water Falls. During the rainy season its a spectacular place to visit, during the dry season, you can also enjoy a swim.
From the parking area there is a steep descent towards the river. local boys are more then happy to carry your picnic stuff down and back to the car when you are through.
there is a small fee to pay at the entrance.

Written Nov 20, 2006

Address: On the main road from Abuja to Minna

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Hotels  

Transcorp Hilton Abuja

 1 Review and 147 Opinions  The Hilton is the best place to stay in Abuja. Keeps the quality for years. good fittness club,... 

PR Asokoro

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Hotels  

The Beacon Suites: Finally! A great alternative in Abuja

The Beacon Suites: Finally! A great alternative in Abuja, Abuja

 connieshea Says:  I'm an American who travels to abuja frequently. I had always stayed in the Hilton, but it was booked. The Beacon Suites is a 21 room boutique hotel that lives up to high international traveller standards. The hotel is new and the service is outstanding. The rooftop bar and... 

Sheraton Abuja: One of few choices

Sheraton Abuja: One of few choices, Abuja

 PeterKwiatkowski Says:  Gym is a bit outdated and food is accaptable. It is Africa after all. View is nice and unique to location. Overall an enjoyable stay. 

Restaurants  

Vanilla Restaurant Abuja: Escape the Abuja Heat Here!

Vanilla Restaurant Abuja: Escape the Abuja Heat Here!, Abuja

 Nuella Says:  Abuja is normally always hot! when I walked into the restaurant first thing that hit me was the cool temperature, such a welcome relief. It has a restaurant with diverse offerings from burgers to jamaican jerk chicken to local nigerian food. Also a cocktail bar with... 

Spice Foods Restaurant & Tandoor: Delicious and Inexpensive Indian Food!

Spice Foods Restaurant & Tandoor: Delicious and Inexpensive Indian Food!, Abuja

 tutuq8 Says:  Delicious Indian food, reasonable prices, friendly service. All vegetarian dishes are great!Channa Saag N1,100Kadahi Vegetables N1050Makhni Dal N900Vegetable Samosa (2) N450Lots more to choose from!Meat dishes, nothing over N1600Lunch buffet Sunday to Friday N2000 

Chez Victor: A French restaurant

Chez Victor: A French restaurant, Abuja

 Legolas5 Says:  Chez Victor is located in a quiet location in Maitama - Abuja.Victor - the chef is is there, to take your reservations, cook, and hover arround.Its a good place for dinner, but Victor also serves lunch menues. We had lobsters, filet of Grouper, and a stake.No complaints. 

Wakkis: East Indian at its best

Wakkis: East Indian at its best, Abuja

 PeterKwiatkowski Says:  A very nice atmosphere and friendly service. The buffet style servin gives apportunity to sample many nique dishes. Loved it. The prawns and fish were amazing. 

Nightlife  

Elephant Bar: Great Little Spot
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The Elephant Bar is located in the Sheraton Hotel Abuja. This is a great little spot! It opens around 7 PM I think, but doesn't get busy until around 10PM. There is no cover charge for hotel guests, and no cover at all during the week. Weekends is 500 Naira ($4 US), I think.

The weekends bring incredible live music from local bands. These bands were jammin' the weekend I stayed there. From JUJU to R&B they covered a wide variety of styles and kept the energy level very high.

As I was only here for a few doays before heading to Lagos, I can't compare this spot to any others in Abuja. I didn't have a chance to venture out. I can say that I think you'll enjoy it here if you're in town.

Since this is the Sheraton, drinks and food are overpriced. Know you're Naira conversions well to assess if your purchase is worth it. There are no hassles here. So if you want to just grab a beverage and enjoy the music or dance--you'll be fine here.

Didn't get a chance to go to the Sheraton Club. I've heard good things about it too.

One serious drawback, at least in my opinion, is that this is a bar almost exclusively catering to Expatriate men. Although that happens to characterize my status, there is something to be said for a local Nigerian club atmosphere. You will not get that vibe here, but not a bad environment all the same.

Written Sep 2, 2006

Address: In Sheraton Abuja Hotel

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Shopping  

Road side: Local Art

Road side: Local Art, Abuja

 PeterKwiatkowski Says:   Quite a thing to watch a man make his living right on the side of the road. A lot of pride goes into ones carvings. Bartering is the key. 

Local markets: Never stops

Local markets: Never stops, Abuja

 PeterKwiatkowski Says:  The local markets have anything and everything your heart may desire. From crafts to clothing, everything can be found. African carvings are in quite a demand, a labour of love with skill to match. Barter, barter and barter. Sellers are eager to sell but not to drop price.... 

Local Customs  

Yellow Fever
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traffic wardens in Nigeria are calld yellow fever - see the colour of their uniform.
they are harmless but might be "hungry" towards month ending, weekends and holidays

Written Oct 21, 2006

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