Planning is crucial for a smooth, enjoyable travel experience. It allows travelers to maximize their time, budget, and safety. By researching destinations, accommodations, and activities in advance, one can ensure they make the most of their journey, avoiding unnecessary hassles and disappointments.
What’s more, it provides an opportunity to create a well-balanced itinerary that aligns with personal interests and preferences. Ultimately, effective trip planning sets the stage for memorable experiences, fosters confidence, and enhances overall satisfaction with the travel adventure.
Kenya is a renowned coffee-producing country. The Kenya AA coffee has consistently ranked as one of the best in the world regarding quality and rich flavor. Like the Kenyan purple tea, this variety is grown at elevations above 6,600 feet above sea level. At higher altitudes, coffee plants grow slower allowing the beans enough time…
Kenya is the largest tea-growing country in Africa and currently ranked third after China and India in tea exports worldwide. Naturally grown and processed with no additives, Kenyan tea has a distinctive flavor, making it a highly sought-after commodity among tea lovers. In addition to the traditional black and green tea, Kenya also produces purple…
Giving cut flowers as a gift is one of the special ways of expressing love, affection, and care to your loved ones. Aside from their bright colors and aromatic scent, fresh flower blossoms give a quick feeling of relaxation. Looking at it, you can feel solace, especially on a stressful day. Reunions and other special…
WiFi isn’t essential for a safari but you might need the service for planning your itinerary, learning, entertainment, or sharing your experiences with friends and family back home. To upload photos and videos or catch up with your favorite show on Netflix, having good internet access is crucial. Most safari lodges in Kenya have reliable…
Nicole Mitchell Murphy, a celebrated Hollywood star has made her first visit to Kenya, a trip that she says has surpassed her expectations. Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and other government officials celebrated her arrival with a vibrant and colorful reception. Upon her arrival, the atmosphere turned electric, with the enchanting rhythms of Maasai dancers…
From January 2024, Kenya became a Visa-free country for all travelers across the world. This followed a presidential directive issued on 12th December 2023. Instead, the Kenyan Government has developed a semi-automated system (eTA) that determines the eligibility of travelers to the country. The Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) application costs $30 for all applicants including…
Taking a unique Kenyan product back home after a safari will keep memories of the fantastic moments you had in the savanna of Africa alive. Souvenirs or gifts can also give your family or friends a state of adventure. I have sampled a few of the items you can buy. 1. Maasai beads The Maasai…
The shilling is Kenya’s official currency, which is abbreviated as Ksh. The legal tender is available in coins of 1 shilling, 5 shillings, 10 shillings, and 20 shillings, and in notes of 50 shillings, 100 shillings, 200 shillings, 500 shillings, and 1000 shillings respectively. When visiting Kenya, it’s recommended that you convert your foreign currency…
Kenya is one of the countries in East Africa with state-of-the-art safari vehicles, designed for both comfort and excellent wildlife sighting. This article highlights different types of safari vehicles that tour operators in Kenya use to ferry tourists to various destinations in the country. We will look at Toyota Jeep-like land cruisers both closed and…
The thought of bringing a baby’s car seat on the plane can be daunting especially if it’s your first time traveling with your little ones. We all know it is comfortable and safer for the baby during long flights and unexpected emergencies like violent midair turbulence. With most airlines, parents have the option of holding…