Kenya is the most sought-after safari destination in Africa. It is home to diverse species of flora and fauna and is known for its distinctive culture and rich heritage. When planning a safari trip to Kenya, it becomes easier to plan your itinerary if you know what animals you most want to see as different …
Kilimambogo Unlocked “Kilimambogo Unlocked”. That was the message on the wristband the lead guide gave us. It seemed like a memento meant to guilt-trip us into summiting the Ol Donyo Sabuk. But the thing about returning to the outdoors after a long break is that it makes you anxious. The night before a hike you …
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We can all travel, without much money, young and old, alone or with friends, overcoming various obstacles that may discourage us. A common and most basic block in all this is definitely the “job”. Travel, however, is also their own business for some propitious people. So imagine having the opportunity to explore the world, while …
Early in the song video of Walk by Foo Fighters, Dave Grohl is stuck in traffic on his way to band rehearsal. He becomes frustrated, picks his guitar, leaves the car, and decides to walk ignoring shouts from other motorists. Learning to walk again, I believe I’ve waited long enough, Where do I begin? Along …
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Starting a Travel Blog Travel stories bring a destination to life. They transport the reader or the listener there through the traveler’s experience. Besides newspapers, magazines, guidebooks and travel brochures, the internet is another great channel through which one can publish their stories. Every time you search the web for travel related information, thousands of …
Planning to spend some time as a digital nomad in Africa? We don’t blame you! From the mind-blowing wildlife at Kenya’s Maasai Mara National Reserve to Cape Town clustered charmingly around Table Mountain and the 12 Apostles, and Lalibela’s legendary rock-hewn churches, Africa sensationally stimulates all the senses. But before you go booking your flights …
Switzerland: Escape to its fairytale lakes Although Switzerland has no sea, the dozens of lakes scattered throughout the country create fairytale scenery. These lakes are either next to snow-capped mountains or picturesque towns and villages. Take a look at a map of Switzerland, and you will understand that, although without sea, this country has a …
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Cyprus: 10 reasons why you should visit it at least once in your life With an endless summer, great history, and fantastic food, Cyprus is a beautiful holiday destination all year round. So we have gathered the ten reasons why one should visit the wonderful island of Aphrodite at least once in their life and …
Chasing the Nachu Caves, Kikuyu When Media outlets paint a bad image of a place, the news only makes a traveler more curious. It amplifies an adventurer’s excuse for escaping the normal. This could be for an hour, a day, weeks, or even months! It happened to me – but only for half a day! …
Olympics Games (Tokyo 1964 and Mexico 1968) During the Tokyo Olympics of October 1964, Wilson Kiprugut Chumo finished third (800m) and won Kenya’s first Olympic medal. This achievement was historical, but it’s the 1968 Summer Olympics games in Mexico that will forever remain memorable to Kenyans and the World. The games in Mexico City took …
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Your Kenyan Backpacking Essentials: 5 items you shouldn’t travel without. Kenya is a truly breath-taking country, famous for its stunning landscapes, its dramatic coastline, endless Savannah plains, lake-lands and even mountainous highlands. It’s hardly surprising that millions of people flock to this East African country every single year. From the stunning coconut framed beach of …
Nairobi – Ongata Rongai – Ngong – Maai Mahiu – Suswa Call to Adventure In 2020 I had planned some very cool train rides. Some local, others further away to the south. I had the Shosholoza Meyl in South Africa, Benguela Railway in the Congo, and the TAZARA in mind. But COVID-19 happened! This Virus …
