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Spring 2017 set to explore Ghana
Hello from Ghana! The MV World Odyssey arrived in Tema at 0700 on Saturday, March 31. Tema, located in Southeast Ghana, is not far from Ghana’s capital of Accra. Accra is Ghana’s most populous city, attracting visitors interested in the arts, crafts, and history.
There is no shortage of amazing experiences Spring 2017 during their three days in Ghana. Voyagers can participate in a walking tour of historical sites led by local guides, learn firsthand about the economic and social life of Ghanaian fisherman, participate in a naming ceremony in Torgome Village, relax with a friendly game of soccer, and participate in multiple Homestay and Impact programs. For a full list of all the in-country programs Spring 2017 is participating in, click here.
The forecast is hot, with temperatures in the lower 90s fahrenheit. On-ship time is 1800 on Monday, April 3 and the ship will depart at 2000 for the seven-day trek to the final port of the Spring 2017 voyage: Casablanca, Morocco.
“Ghana is the port that I’m most excited to visit for many reasons. Ghana’s history is so important to me and my ancestors. I feel the only way I can truly learn about my history is to actually be here and to learn about the people and the culture.” – Deja Marie Marsh, Delaware State University
“I am going to the Cape Coast to see the slave castles. It is such a great opportunity to be able to visit this UNESCO World Heritage site and I’m really grateful that Semester at Sea has enabled me to see all these places this semester.” – Kendal Kelber, University of Tampa
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