Travelling « S. S. David

Recently, I went to Nigeria for a much-needed break, and I am not really an adventurer; I am a reluctant traveller. I find excuses not to travel, and one of the major reasons is that I have lived in a sterile, clean environment for years. Mainly because of several health issues I’ve had in the past. I pick up infections easily, so I am very careful where I sleep. Last year summer, my family and I went to Scotland, and we had a blast, and I was keen to replicate that experience.

However, the trip to Nigeria was a solo one, and the luxury and opulence of the hotel I stayed in blew me away. I stayed in Abuja, at the No. 1 Hotel Abuja. Abuja is the federal capital of Nigeria. The address is Plot 499-500, Gaborone Street, Wuse Zone 2, FCT, Abuja, Nigeria. You can phone these lines at +234 903 504 4444, +234 905 880 0700 or email info@no1hotel.com.ng if you want to book directly.

The staff were professional, well-trained and courteous. The room I stayed in was the Royal Luxury Suite. The hotel was draped in luxury. From the bed to the curtains and the furnishings, it is indeed a luxurious boutique hotel. Also, I’m not too fond of hot weather. My room was 16 degrees, and I loved it!

If you’re ever in Nigeria, and need a cool, luxurious place to stay, don’t hesitate to visit No. 1 Hotel Abuja. There’s also a shuttle service from the airport to the hotel, just ask before you book and it would be taken care of. The front desk is open 24 hours, and you can book directly on their website, booking.com etc. Below are some of the images culled from their website.

This was the Royal Luxury Suite with a king-size bed, 65-inch TV, and air conditioning with separate dining and sitting areas.

The staff are lovely and nice, I took this picture myself! 🙂

A view of the reception area.

I enjoyed my three-day stay at No 1 Hotel Abuja and would definitely be staying there next time I’m in Nigeria. Travelling isn’t so bad, and I think I’ll be doing this more often now. My stay in the Royal Luxury Suite, with its luxurious amenities and attention to detail, was a comforting and enjoyable experience I won’t forget in a hurry.

Anyone got any interesting places they have visited? Or hotels they stayed in that’s memorable, please share in the comment.

Much love, always! 🙂

West Sands Beach, St Andrews, Scotland

I’ve been away for a while, taking a break to Scotland with my family and we had a marvellous time. The beautiful landscape of rolling hills, canopy trees, and luscious vegetation took my breath away. Scottish people are renowned for their welcoming and friendly nature. Strangers will see you in the street and smile and wave. You don’t get that reaction in ‘high octane’ London. I’ve spent most of my adult life in London, and I consider myself a Londoner first and British second. I love the city, but Scotland is now a huge contender – the fresh air, those stunning natural views, and I’m seriously considering moving up north.

There is a place called LadyBank in Fife, Scotland where we spent amazing days in a rented apartment. The only mistake we made was not booking longer. It’s important to rest and rewind before going back to the fray. And I hope anyone reading this will find the time to relax and rest. Below are some pictures I took.