KUNZEH:

God bless you for this

God bless you too.

Mstravelindiva:


No offense taken friend, I jumped on OP thread and didn’t want to assume. You quoted another poster in your original reply, so I wasn’t sure.

Happy to share, and yep, no special camera for me, I just use my iPhone. I hope this was helpful!

Take care and be well.

... smiles.

Oh!, I did?, (bout the quote)... I am still in my kindergarten level in this platform - Niairaland.

Thought the quote ws directed to you... Lol

Yea, your respond was very helpful.

Thanks and have a blissful Sunday.

Gerrard59:


The first bold: Demand and supply. Hotels/motels/guesthouses in Nigeria are patronised mostly for sexual escapades, unlike other places where tourists dominate as major patronisers. Economics of scale would greatly benefit the industry. Relative to the GDP size, tourists don't travel to the country unlike South Africa or even Namibia (see attached picture). So, the demand is low compared to the population size and economic output (GDP), so the industry has to depend on sugar daddies' patronage for survival.

Second bold: Not just power (high diesel prices have further contributed to the cost of providing power for their facilities) but punitive taxes and provision of security which their counterparts in other countries don't spend on or spend too much like those at home. Also, due to the dysfunctional system in Nigeria, hospitality outfits are trying to replicate some semblance of developed serenity for guests, something they can only get/experience in such establishments. Most Nigerians only get to experience 24-hour electricity when they lodge in hotels. This is not applicable in other countries.

I'm sorry, your explanations aren't completely valid.

The first makes sense. But basic economics stipulate that if demand is low and supply is high, as is the case with hotels in Nigeria, cost should be low. If the average rate is lowered, there will be a significant uptick in local demand.

To be fair, the massive devaluation in the past few years shrunk the average $ rate of run-off-the-mill hotels in Nigeria. I recall, when the rate was N100-150/$, a decent room in a standard hotel cost about $100/night. Still, at current depressed rates, how many days can minimum wage get you in a budget hotel/guest house? And how does that compare to "bedsitter" rent?

If the rate was lower, I can assure you that folks will stay in hotels more when they travel. Rather than put up with hosts, they'll prefer to spend a middling percentage of their wages for convenience, comfort, and privacy. The pool of customers will be far more diverse than h*rny folks. I put it to you that the size of their main clientele will increase as well. Take a look at the restaurant industry. There's a service tier for every price range in most locations, with the exception of the top 3 cities. And, more importantly, it stacks up quite fairly to doing the cooking yourself at the budget echelon.

The heap of reasons in your second paragraph are not convincing. I agree that power is a major challenge. The others--taxes, provision of security, and serenity--are non-issues. Certainly not significant enough to warrant the high gulf in prices between what is obtainable in Nigeria and elsewhere.

I've never stayed in a budget hotel room in Nigeria, but I know they're nothing to write home about and the going rate will take a chunk out of the minimum wage (which isn't enforced or applied nationally/liberally). I also know that hotel workers are poorly remunerated. The managers make out like bandits, but that's capitalism in a third-world country.

I have no issue with the international chains and the luxe bracket. I mean, your dollar goes further in NA and Asia. However, I'm particularly irked by the budget to premium segments.

-Lord

Ess:


Wow, you are just like me although I live in Nigeria and travel for vacations. I always make sure I go to Las vegas when im in the US. Usually my route is Abuja > Los angeles > Las Vegas and then to other states and then leave via NY or Dulles.

I would suggest you try Cosmopolitan and get a wrap around room since you can afford Wynn/Encore, you will definately enjoy Cosmo too.
Im addicted to Las Vegas and wish that our economy wasn't this damaged that travelling now is becoming an extreme luxury.

I love the bar scene especially at the Chandelier bar (I think it has 4 levels and is completely draped in crystals) at the Cosmopolitan. I was there last in 2019, and had a drink called the “Verbena”. It comes with a flower that you chew first then it makes your tongue tingle as you sip your drink, INCREDIBLE!

I visit that entire complex often during my visits and have stayed at the Aria, Bellagio and Vdara. These are all fabulous hotels, and as you know, Vegas has lots of great hotels! Have you found the secret door to the hidden pizza parlor at the Cosmopolitan? It’s a hidden entrance and they sell New York style pizza by the slice. So delish, reasonably priced and a great stop after a great night of partying and at the Marquee or one of their bars.

I’ll be visiting Abuja this fall and can’t wait to document my entire trip! I’m so excited to vacation in Nigeria again! It’ll be my second time visiting (first visit was in Lagos), and I’m so looking forward to sharing with the world that Nigeria shouldn’t be overlooked as a travel destination! All of my social media platforms will be on fire with photos and videos, and as we like to affectionately say here in the states “prepare to be sick of me” because I’ll be posting heavily during this trip, lol!

Mstravelindiva:


I love the bar scene especially at the Chandelier bar (I think it has 4 levels and is completely draped in crystals) at the Cosmopolitan. I was there last in 2019, and had a drink called the “Verbena”. It comes with a flower that you chew first then it makes your tongue tingle as you sip your drink, INCREDIBLE!

I visit that entire complex often during my visits and have stayed at the Aria, Bellagio and Vdara. These are all fabulous hotels, and as you know, Vegas has lots of great hotels! Have you found the secret door to the hidden pizza parlor at the Cosmopolitan? It’s a hidden entrance and they sell New York style pizza by the slice. So delish, reasonably priced and a great stop after a great night of partying and at the Marquee or one of their bars.

I’ll be visiting Abuja this fall and can’t wait to document my entire trip! I’m so excited to vacation in Nigeria again! It’ll be my second time visiting (first visit was in Lagos), and I’m so looking forward to sharing with the world that Nigeria shouldn’t be overlooked as a travel destination! All of my social media platforms will be on fire with photos and videos, and as we like to affectionately say here in the states “prepare to be sick of me” because I’ll be posting heavily during this trip, lol!

Cool! You've seen it all. Though you can never see it all in Vegas as they say...
I never stayed in Cosmo but have heard soo much about it, will plan on staying ther next after my Wynn/Encore stay.
I loved Aria's mattress...sooo comfy!
Stayed at MGM, Strat and Bally's.

Vegas is obviously my happy place, nothing beats it for me. I always find interesting places and things to do, eventhough I do not gamble.

Do holla when you visit Abuja, stay safe!

Mstravelindiva:


Same here, I live in Arizona (desert and dry heat). I’ll take dry heat over humidity anytime. I visit Vegas at least twice a year, it’s such a fun city. I stay on the strip (Wynn or Encore) and it never gets old. I feel like a kid in a candy store when I see all the lights, glitz and glam of the city at night. I remember clubbing one night until 6a at Drais, watching the sun come up, followed by breakfast, and finally getting to bed at 8a. It was the best hangover and girls night out EVER! And what’s best is that me and my girls did again the next day, lol. Ahhhh, Vegas….the city that never sleeps!

So glad the OP started this thread!

Are we related because the Wynn is a Vegas hotel that has never let me down. I tried discounted rooms at some of the fancier hotels and the was mostly pleased but no other hotel can beat the Wynn’s consistency. We know what to expect before even checking in.
Mstravelindiva please continue posting your travels on YouTube because half of my office has started following you.

I must hustle till i comot this country by all means

last weekend...

1stGenAmerican:


Are we related because the Wynn is a Vegas hotel that has never let me down. I tried discounted rooms at some of the fancier hotels and the was mostly pleased but no other hotel can beat the Wynn’s consistency. We know what to expect before even checking in.
Mstravelindiva please continue posting your travels on YouTube because half of my office has started following you.

Oh wow, that you so much friend! I appreciate the support. I’m working on a few videos for YouTube now, so stay tuned! Let me know if there is any special topic you’d like to see a video on.

And I totally agree with you on the Wynn, it’s the only place I stay because they are so consistent with their quality and service.

I’ve lodged at the 5* Palazzo, Aria, Bellagio, Vdara and even a few 4* such as MGM, Planet Hollywood and Treasure Island in the past (which we’re nice), but none compare to the Wynn/Encore. Wynn/Encore has been my only hotel for the past 8 years.

Happy travels friend!

Mstravelindiva:


Same here, I live in Arizona (desert and dry heat). I’ll take dry heat over humidity anytime. I visit Vegas at least twice a year, it’s such a fun city. I stay on the strip (Wynn or Encore) and it never gets old. I feel like a kid in a candy store when I see all the lights, glitz and glam of the city at night. I remember clubbing one night until 6a at Drais, watching the sun come up, followed by breakfast, and finally getting to bed at 8a. It was the best hangover and girls night out EVER! And what’s best is that me and my girls did again the next day, lol. Ahhhh, Vegas….the city that never sleeps!

So glad the OP started this thread!

Do you still live in Arizona?

Skyfornia:
I like to see more of African countries.. especially the rural and native part. We are tired of seeing oyibo land. Stop hyping or promoting them.

You sef fly go there go take pictures and videos .. what’s stopping you?

thatthickgurl:



Do you still live in Arizona?

Yep!