10 PLACES TO CHILL THIS HOLIDAY SEASON WITH YOUR LOVED ONES

10 PLACES TO CHILL THIS HOLIDAY SEASON WITH YOUR LOVED ONES

By Adedeji Adeniyi

Finding the place to hang out with your loved ones, and express to them all the love they deserve amidst beautiful celebrations this holiday season can be a difficult task. However, in a bid to help solve this challenge, I have taken out the time to come up with a list of my top 10 places where you and your loved ones can relax and have some great fun.

These places are secured locations with good ambiance, great vibes, and more importantly very cost-effective. Here’s a list of some of the top places to hangout out with your loved ones this holiday season;

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10. Agodi Gardens and Leisure Park

This is unquestionably one of the most fantastic spots to spend the holiday with your loved ones. Agodi Gardens and Leisure Park is located at Secretariat Rd, Mokola Hill, in the city of Ibadan which is the capital of Oyo State.

You should definitely think about spending time with your friends and family at Agodi Gardens and Leisure Park this season because it has a sizable park created to appreciate nature, a lake where you can go boating, a swimming pool, a restaurant, and a small zoo.

9. Landmark Beach

The Landmark Leisure Beach, located at Plot 3 & 4 Water Corporation Road - VI is Lagos’ first in-city premier private beachfront. The beach features a boardwalk along the Atlantic coastline, spanning the distance of the Landmark Village, home to Hardrock Café, Shiro Restaurant, the renowned Landmark Event Centre and

the upcoming Retail Boulevard. It combines a myriad of leisure and recreational activities that cater to adults and children.

This is not your regular everyday beach, it is quiet, classy, and calm. It offers you and your loved ones an amazing view, water sport activities, boat ride, and kayaking to mention a few.

8. The Palms

The Palms is an exotic shopping center that’s created to make you relax, have fun and be excited. It’s situated at No. 1 BIS Way Lekki in Lagos State. It is essentially a great spot to hang out because it has a movie theater where you can watch any movie of your choice with your significant other in a comfortable and peaceful setting.

Additionally, there is an ice cream stand where you may grab a cup of unique ice cream to share with your loved ones. While you’re there, you can go shopping as well. You won’t have to worry about your

money because everything in The Palms is reasonably priced. If you are looking to have a nice, private, and fun-filled time with your friends, family, or lovers, then The Palms is the place to be.

7. Tarkwa Bay

Although only accessible by boat ride, this island is great for a getaway from the city. Tarkwa bay is also very popular among water sports lovers. This is somewhere you can easily enjoy a chill day. This is one of the natural crescent beaches in Africa and the cleanest in West Africa, located on Onisiwo Island, Lagos -Nigeria.

6. Lekki Conservation Centre

LCC provides you with a glimpse into how animals are in their native habitats because it was built primarily for the conservation and preservation of particular animals and flora. This natural refuge is a wonderful spot to explore nature away from the hustle and bustle of Lagos, and you can take advantage of the

longest canopy walk in Africa. You get a breathtaking view of the animals from the treetops via this canopy path.

5. Taruwa

You should consider spending the holiday with loved ones at Taruwa if they are passionate about the arts and culture. Taruwa is intended for lovers to spend quality time together while becoming poetically acquainted with the culture. Taruwa offers a wide variety of dances and performing arts, such as plays, that are purely based on our traditional beliefs. Taruwa is located at Bogobiri House in Ikoyi, Lagos.

4. Sky Bar Rooftop Lounge

Do you want a romantic, calm, and very private setting to spend time with your family and friends this holiday season? Sky Bar Rooftop Lounge is the place for you. Located in a setting where you can get the entire view of Abuja, this place is sure to knock you and your lover off your feet.

With a fine selection of African and Oriental dishes, good music that calms the soul, and a very romantic and gorgeous ambiance, Sky Bar Rooftop Lounge is definitely a place to consider for hanging out with your lover this Christmas. Sky Bar lounge is at 46 Kwame Nkrumah Cres, Asokoro, Abuja.

3. Omu Resort

Are you trying to escape the stress of the city? The ideal location for relaxation is here. Despite being quite a way from the bustle of Lagos, you can reserve a lodge and stay for a few days here.

A zoo, amusement rides, and even quad bikes are available at Omu Resort for additional excitement. You’ll have a blast at Omu resort whether you decide to travel alone or with pals

2. Fela Shrine

Located in Ikeja, the heart of Lagos. The New Africa shrine

was renamed the Fela shrine to honor legendary afrobeat icon Fela Anikulapo Kuti. This center hosts a variety of events including performances by Femi Kuti and his band. You can indulge in a host of local delicacies like Jollof rice, Ayamase and ofada, peppered snails, and lots more.

1. Nike Art Gallery

For those who like art, this gallery is the ideal location. Located in Lekki, Lagos, this five-story structure holds a coffee shop, a textile museum, and other works of art from various painters. The ideal location to discover more about African arts and crafts is here.