Tourism is no doubt a world leader in employment, global GDP, and socially; a great aid to cultural integration. With the number of international visitors having crossed the one billion mark, it’s imperative for every…
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Iceland plays the tourism card, for better for worse
An island of ice and lava battered by the Arctic winds, Iceland’s dramatic and pristine landscape is attracting a growing number of tourists, not all of whom are respectful of the fragile ecosystem. Along with…
The Shaza: The Truly Stunning Membership Only Club in Mombasa
There’s nothing more fulfilling than discovering beautiful, elegant, luxurious gems in your own country. Absolutely nothing! So you can imagine my excitement a few weeks back when I had the pleasure of visiting one of…
The Panari Resort: The Luxury Hideaway in Nyahururu
This is a fact: One of the most incredible things about living in Nairobi is that within 2.5 hours you can be at a lake, somewhere in the mountains, in the vast wilderness, at some…
5 Out of Town Mashujaa Day Break Destinations
(By Lilian Gaitho) Mashujaa Day, as the Swahili word connotes is a day set aside to celebrate Kenyan Heroes whose resilient fight and sacrifice led to the country’s independence from colonialists. The day, which was…
Debunked: 5 Myths About Travel and Tourism
(Lilian Gaitho) Tourists are obnoxious, high minded people who think they are better than the locals, right? Wrong. A lot of myths and fables are told about travelers; some right and some awfully wrong. Jumia…
6 Ways to Enjoy Culture Through Self Immersion
(By Lilian Gaitho) Culture, unlike other aspects of travel is not purely a spot, sight and site activity; rather it’s magic can only be experienced by allowing oneself to be part of the process. This…
Choosing the Best Tour Guide/Operator
A tour guide and tour operator can make or break your journey; they are at the core of your trip and making an excellent choice will be a good step in ensuring great reaping. Jumia…
6 Guides to Becoming a Green Traveler
There are several descriptions and terms to what green traveling is; but to break this down to its basic meaning, green traveling advocates for minimal disruption of the ecosystem, respect to cultural values at your…
The Mara Migration, and Other Kenyan Epics
By Lillian Gaitho From snow capped mountains, to sun-drenched beaches and picturesque valleys, Kenya’s attractions are definitely a world leader. Among its feted destinations include Diani – twice voted as the continent’s best beach, it’s…