Nigeria Bets on Domestic Tourism + Hidden Gems of Ondo State

About this episode

This episode explores Nigeria's domestic tourism strategy and highlights the hidden gems of Ondo State.

Travel isn't always about crossing oceans—it's about discovering the treasures right at home. In this episode of Ije: The World of Travel , host Tony Doe unpacks Nigeria's new domestic tourism strategy launched at the Akwaaba African Travel Market, why it matters for Africa's economy, and the cultural wealth it unlocks. Then, journey with us to Ondo State, where hills, beaches, festivals, and heritage prove that sometimes the best-kept wonders are closer than you think.

People in this episode

Host: Tony Doe

Topics covered

• domestic tourism
• Nigeria
• Ondo State
• cultural wealth
• travel strategy

Keywords

• Akwaaba African Travel Market
• economic impact
• local tourism
• heritage
• festivals

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Ije: The World of Travel

Places: Nigeria, Ondo State, Africa

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