(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…
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#BordeauxWineTour: What to do in Bordeaux? Let the wines guide you
This October, in an exciting new venture, Capital Lifestyle together with Maniago Executive Travel Designers will be offering an exclusive trip to this evocation of the soul of wine, and discover the main Bordeaux Appellations: Medoc, Margaux, Pauillac,…
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…
#Travel: 3 Things to do in Maboneng – The heart of Johannesburg
Maboneng is a destination on the eastern side of Johannesburg’s business district and is the epicenter of inner-city renaissance. Born from passion, Maboneng offers unique retail stores, entertainment venues, offices and restaurants mixed with residential and industrial…
#Watch: Pro kiteboarders explore Watamu, Kenya for the first time!
North Kiteboarding International team riders Craig Cunnigham and Colleen Carroll were exploring the world class kiteboarding location, Watamu, Kenya back in February for the first time; and now, we finally get to see what they…
#Travel: Hacks for the well-groomed travelling man
Most men have a similar pre-flight routine: 1. Throw some clothes at a suitcase – check; 2. If you’re really metrosexual, give your shoes a quick polish – umm OK; 3. Run for the airport…
Italy’s tourist jewel feels strain of fame
Hiking the coastal path that links the medieval fishing villages of Italy’s Cinque Terre on its northwest coast is a stop-start affair these days. Nestled between azure expanses of sea and dry-stone terraced mountains that…
68 Countries Kenyans can travel to visa-free or obtain visa on arrival
The Henley & Partners Visa Restrictions Index is a global ranking of countries according to the travel freedom that their citizens enjoy, and in 2016, ranked the Kenyan passport 70th in the world according to…
#Travel: 4 Secrets to easy holiday packing
By Bernice Gathoni for MumsVillage I had the honour of interviewing a well known retired purser. She gave us a few tips on how to pack efficiently without forgetting anything or having to sit on…
#Travel: Eco Warrior Awards 2016 nominees unveiled
Ecotourism Kenya has released the long list of nominees who will be contesting for the Eco Warrior Awards in 2016. The Award ceremony is held annually to recognize exceptional achievers in ecotourism best practices in…