They may have video game arcade but I doubt bowling. It seems to me bowling is American thing because many countries don't even know about bowling. They of course have rolling skates because I have seen a video with Vick Mansa the American rapper and saw horse riding and rolling skates in the background. All in all life don't seem bad in Ghana. With all year round nice weather the beach will be my go to. Nice video.
I think westernizing Ghana too much will take the fun out of being in Ghana if that makes sense Americanizing something because that’s what America is all about but me personally when I go to go to Haiti, I enjoy nature and just seeing the people and seeing things. yes it’s good to come across ice cream, yummy right and You know certain things that we do have here in America because westernizing is gonna take the fun out of our kids, safety with kids usually see as fun like playing on the streets and being safe and everything else
We used to go to movies in the eighties by Japanese and Chinese films and sometimes Indian films in Odeon, Orion, Ahenfie, Princess etc. so it was Ghanaian thing back the days.
Yes, I'm not sure of today but the movies was really a Ghanaian thing back when I was growing up in the '70s and '80s. There was a huge movie theatre in Accra Central. Then there was REX Cinema, Regal Cinema in Osu, La Scala Cinema in Teshie which was always packed with long lines. We watched the Chinese and Indian movies there; and every now and then, a good Ghanaian movie like "Love Brewed In the African Pot", and "African Timber"
Ghanaians used to go to the movies a lot. In Accra, we had Opera, Orion, Oxford, Palladium, Globe, Plaza, etc., etc. Before the advent of smartphones and some difficult economic periods, there were movie theaters almost everywhere in Accra and all the other cities.
When I was growing up in Ghana in the 70s, there were cinema halls all over Ghana, even 12pm slots, we used to call; 'Twel' There were, to name a few: Orion, Rex, Revoli, Palladium . Kumasi, had also it's fair share of them. My siblings and I watched; The Spy Who loved Me, Bruce Lee film, ( African American Films) Walking Tall, , Cooley High School, Car Wash, Saturday Night Fever, Grease, Thunderball Rollerball, JAWS, so many Indian films, it was a treat, we ate pop corns while watching the films. The Rawlings Revolution, and regime which lasted 20yrs, and video rentals later killed off all these places. I am glad Silverbird is running. The prices are expensive, because, they have to buy these films from abroad.
Playing basketball. We would go to the basketball court. We purchased and built a new goal and basketball court for the community. We visited the beach as well and going to the mall was fun too. Also the children loved the soccer field and playing soccer.
Hi there! I just stumbled on your channel! I like that you said there aren’t as many local parks (free) here in Ghana like in the states… so true so you definitely have to get creative. Although we have tried out the Legon botanical gardens and our kids had a great time there. Felt similar to go to a park in the states, but you do have to pay, and they have a few more things than what you would find at a local park in the states. We’ve also enjoyed DNR recreation center! Are your kids loving Ghana? Is there anything they miss about the states? Enjoy your stay and enjoy all the amazing food and people! ♥️♥️♥️
All the many movie theaters back in the days were patronized by Ghanaians. There was 12:00 noon movies at Opera movie theater at Opera square. Almost every neighborhood had a movie theater. 6:30 pm on Saturdays and Sundays were family movie nights. Oh how we enjoyed them. Ghanaians do patronize the movie theaters currently at the malls. But people are watching local low budget UA-cam movies, skits, and comedies for free on their phonies now so no need to go pay for expensive foreign movies that they cannot afford and need transportation to trek to the mall to watch. Normal kids just play ampe, oware, chaskele, or pick up soccer at the government elementary/JHS dusty school parks near their neighborhood. They also use empty milk cans to build toy cars to play with as well as race with old car tyres. They do get creative because they can’t afford to pay for other forms of entertainment.
In Africa kids in the community play amongst them selves... the only large play grounds are football parks located in government schools in every district..
Great vid from you both again , Beach is defo a favourite thing another is a swimming pool for a few hours or if you are near marvels the crazy golf and food is worth the trip
I love all the activities you mentioned 😆 the beach being my FAV☀️🏝🌊 a good book , snacks and drinks, you can be out there for hours. That’s a lovely T- shirt Tony.
It seems Ghana needs Urban or community planners especially females. Women would recognized that the children need parks etc.and plan to accommodate them.
Hello Tony and Ayo. Good video, my go to place is Bono beach. Also I am sure I pass a bowling alley once on our way to Tema Gish market. Have to ask my husband the name place. My daughter love the Silverbird theater too. She enjoy just walking the mall of course she is 17🥴😂😂
I wonder whether the local schools have suggestions for activities parents could do with their children. Good luck! My head wraps fall often when I do the wrapping. When my daughter does it for me, there are no issues. I am determined to learn a style on which I could have success. Then I could build upon that one success. By the way, I was admiring your head wrap while watching the video. I have not seen that particular style. In fact, I was staring to see if I could do it.
It’s sad that so much changed in Accra over the years because as a kid in Ghana during the 1970s there were tons of movie theaters (cinemas) for every income group. That way all segments of society could enjoy the movie theatre experience. The one our family went to was called Orion Cinema.
I sometimes watch native Ethiopian UA-cam channels. Americans who have moved there and are Youtubing are under strong judgemental, watchful eyes of the natives.😬 Like, expats use careful wording to not offend with their truths/experiences.
I want to know if I come to Ghana I want to spend my money by black owned businesses. Do you have suggestions and we would love to experience you guys!
So to clarify when we look for African vacations it can be quite daunting. A lot of things that come through are always run by white companies. I need to cut through that so I can get through the bull@@#t. My money is important to me.
I love going to Legon Botanical Gardens.
I just want say I love you guys
Everywhere is a miniature park.
Sound like a business opportunity creating something for children to do. What about rolling skating, bowling and video game arcade.
They may have video game arcade but I doubt bowling. It seems to me bowling is American thing because many countries don't even know about bowling. They of course have rolling skates because I have seen a video with Vick Mansa the American rapper and saw horse riding and rolling skates in the background. All in all life don't seem bad in Ghana. With all year round nice weather the beach will be my go to. Nice video.
@MaggieE - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.
Now Ghana has the bliss family entertainment which has a trampoline park and bowling and I think rock climbing 🧗♀️
I think westernizing Ghana too much will take the fun out of being in Ghana if that makes sense Americanizing something because that’s what America is all about but me personally when I go to go to Haiti, I enjoy nature and just seeing the people and seeing things. yes it’s good to come across ice cream, yummy right and You know certain things that we do have here in America because westernizing is gonna take the fun out of our kids, safety with kids usually see as fun like playing on the streets and being safe and everything else
We used to go to movies in the eighties by Japanese and Chinese films and sometimes Indian films in Odeon, Orion, Ahenfie, Princess etc. so it was Ghanaian thing back the days.
Yes, Odeon!
Yes, I'm not sure of today but the movies was really a Ghanaian thing back when I was growing up in the '70s and '80s. There was a huge movie theatre in Accra Central. Then there was REX Cinema, Regal Cinema in Osu, La Scala Cinema in Teshie which was always packed with long lines. We watched the Chinese and Indian movies there; and every now and then, a good Ghanaian movie like "Love Brewed In the African Pot", and "African Timber"
I watched "Lady Chatterley's Lover" at REX Cinema in Accra back in, I think, the '80s. Gosh that makes me old!!
I watched 'Love Brewed In African Pot' in Orion
@Akwasi Owusu Ansah - That explains the love for the Indian films and thanks for the comment 😊!
Ghanaians used to go to the movies a lot. In Accra, we had Opera, Orion, Oxford, Palladium, Globe, Plaza, etc., etc. Before the advent of smartphones and some difficult economic periods, there were movie theaters almost everywhere in Accra and all the other cities.
You can Also learn how to surf in Ghana
When I was growing up in Ghana in the 70s, there were cinema halls all over Ghana, even 12pm slots, we used to call; 'Twel' There were, to name a few: Orion, Rex, Revoli, Palladium . Kumasi, had also it's fair share of them. My siblings and I watched; The Spy Who loved Me, Bruce Lee film, ( African American Films) Walking Tall, , Cooley High School, Car Wash, Saturday Night Fever, Grease, Thunderball Rollerball, JAWS, so many Indian films, it was a treat, we ate pop corns while watching the films. The Rawlings Revolution, and regime which lasted 20yrs, and video rentals later killed off all these places. I am glad Silverbird is running. The prices are expensive, because, they have to buy these films from abroad.
I remember those days,my joint was Roxy at Adabraka. I still remember
@@ephecarrey5177 Yes Roxy, thanks for reminding me
@Asantewaa - We have to agree that the prices are too high for an average family to go and enjoy and thanks for the comment 😊!
@@ExpatLifeGhana It was so cheap back then, now everything is a luxury, so it's become expensive, what a shame
Be happy. Kids grow up VERY fast. Enjoy them while you still have them. Still enchanted.
So true!
Those are the three things I love doing in the states so that’s awesome
Sankofa T-Shirt is awesome
Thanks for that comment @Akwasi Owusu Ansah, appreciate it 😉!
Playing basketball. We would go to the basketball court. We purchased and built a new goal and basketball court for the community. We visited the beach as well and going to the mall was fun too. Also the children loved the soccer field and playing soccer.
@Ya-Ya Anderson - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.
@@ExpatLifeGhana thank you. We also enjoyed fishing
I heard there was places in ghana to horseback ride on the beach. Have the boys been 🐎 back riding yet? Thanks for sharing some Family fun. Take care.
Hi there! I just stumbled on your channel! I like that you said there aren’t as many local parks (free) here in Ghana like in the states… so true so you definitely have to get creative. Although we have tried out the Legon botanical gardens and our kids had a great time there. Felt similar to go to a park in the states, but you do have to pay, and they have a few more things than what you would find at a local park in the states. We’ve also enjoyed DNR recreation center! Are your kids loving Ghana? Is there anything they miss about the states? Enjoy your stay and enjoy all the amazing food and people! ♥️♥️♥️
All the many movie theaters back in the days were patronized by Ghanaians. There was 12:00 noon movies at Opera movie theater at Opera square. Almost every neighborhood had a movie theater. 6:30 pm on Saturdays and Sundays were family movie nights. Oh how we enjoyed them.
Ghanaians do patronize the movie theaters currently at the malls. But people are watching local low budget UA-cam movies, skits, and comedies for free on their phonies now so no need to go pay for expensive foreign movies that they cannot afford and need transportation to trek to the mall to watch.
Normal kids just play ampe, oware, chaskele, or pick up soccer at the government elementary/JHS dusty school parks near their neighborhood. They also use empty milk cans to build toy cars to play with as well as race with old car tyres. They do get creative because they can’t afford to pay for other forms of entertainment.
Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!
Hey! You both looking so gorgeous. I can see the love and happiness in your hearts from your faces. Enjoy your stay!!!!
@Francis Anokye - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.
You guys are really enjoying in Ghana I m jealous just kidding.
In Africa kids in the community play amongst them selves... the only large play grounds are football parks located in government schools in every district..
Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊
@@ExpatLifeGhana u r doing great so far
Great video short into the point this will help those with kids
I hope so!
There are quite a few water parks springing up at certain places so you may wanna check them out soon. Chaoo!
@Kwaku Biritwum Okrah - Yes we are hearing about them and thanks for the comment 😊!
Do you guys miss the cold weather in the states in comparison to Ghana's weather? I love every video on your channel, great works and God bless 🇬🇭.
Great vid from you both again , Beach is defo a favourite thing another is a swimming pool for a few hours or if you are near marvels the crazy golf and food is worth the trip
I smile all the way.
That's cool family.
💛💛💛💛💛👍
@Nufasa Salasi - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.
Nice video, the beach seems refreshing. It's always good to be in nature.
It really is!
Hi beautiful people, looking good as always, I love going to the beach ⛱😍 Dansoman beach and labadi Beach ⛱😎..especially on Saturdays.
Thanks for sharing!!
Hey Tony i think you guys should consider taking a trip to THE SAFARI VALLEY in the Aburi area. Y'all will love it.
Hi Tony I love your T- Shirt Sankofa
@Mohammed Anane - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.
Love the painting.
Thank you for your comment! ❤️️👍😊 We love supporting the local artist.
I love all the activities you mentioned 😆 the beach being my FAV☀️🏝🌊 a good book , snacks and drinks, you can be out there for hours. That’s a lovely T- shirt Tony.
So true!
It seems Ghana needs Urban or community planners especially females. Women would recognized that the children need parks etc.and plan to accommodate them.
Thanks for sharing guys xx
Thanks for watching!
Hello Tony and Ayo. Good video, my go to place is Bono beach. Also I am sure I pass a bowling alley once on our way to Tema Gish market. Have to ask my husband the name place. My daughter love the Silverbird theater too. She enjoy just walking the mall of course she is 17🥴😂😂
I wonder whether the local schools have suggestions for activities parents could do with their children. Good luck!
My head wraps fall often when I do the wrapping. When my daughter does it for me, there are no issues. I am determined to learn a style on which I could have success. Then I could build upon that one success.
By the way, I was admiring your head wrap while watching the video. I have not seen that particular style. In fact, I was staring to see if I could do it.
@Natasha Gold - Love that! Thanks for the comment ❤️️🇬🇭❤️️.
It’s sad that so much changed in Accra over the years because as a kid in Ghana during the 1970s there were tons of movie theaters (cinemas) for every income group. That way all segments of society could enjoy the movie theatre experience. The one our family went to was called Orion Cinema.
I am glad you added this. I remember as kids in 1970s we would go to Plaza in Mamprobi and watch the martial arts movies...😃
@Awula - That is what we have heard and thanks for the comment 😊!
Hahaha... this was fun.
Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!
Have you guys started learning the Twi language with the kids?
Hello Ayo and Tony, I really want to come to Ghana. Is the first week in December a good time to go there.
Be welcome lovely gueen, come to your motherland Ghana
Is expensive for the average Ghanaian to go to the theatre,we mostly pirate the movies its not legal but also not illegal
Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!
Nice vid
Thanks for that comment @Brent goff, appreciate it 😉!
you guys are funny 🤣🤣🤣
@Abby A. -We have our moments and thanks for the comment 😊!
How can i get one of your t-shirt ?
@Kwadwo Adomako - The t-shirt is a 'beyond the return" shirt here in Ghana and thanks for the comment 😊!
Time to open a putting golf or putting putting golf Humm
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@judith brewer - Great idea and thanks for the comment 😊!
I sometimes watch native Ethiopian UA-cam channels. Americans who have moved there and are Youtubing are under strong judgemental, watchful eyes of the natives.😬 Like, expats use careful wording to not offend with their truths/experiences.
@Myss Shannon - That is understandable and thanks for the comment 😊!
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Great comment - Thanks for adding to the conversation ❤️️💛💚!
Brother Tony you looks really good. You go to gym or something.
@AO KICKS -Appreciate it, it's just Ghana life and thanks for the comment 😊!
The reason why they don’t go to the movies is because they like to watche some local series on the TV..
I want to know if I come to Ghana I want to spend my money by black owned businesses. Do you have suggestions and we would love to experience you guys!
@Edward Butts -UH...seriously?? Thanks for the comment 😊!
@@ExpatLifeGhana very seriously you gave great information and I want to know how best to spend my dollars. Is this request unreasonable?
So to clarify when we look for African vacations it can be quite daunting. A lot of things that come through are always run by white companies. I need to cut through that so I can get through the bull@@#t. My money is important to me.
I hope Bill Gates isn’t in your neighborhood..