Located on the corner of Kimathi Street and Kenyatta Avenue, the new Stanley Hotel has been a central landmark of Nairobi Kenya since 1906. It was first opened to cater to the needs of Kenya’s fledgling railroad staff. Today it can accommodate more than 400. It is the most centrally located of all Nairobi Hotels […]

The Nairobi safari club is an all suite hotel managed by Pullman international with the promise of comfort and privacy for every guest. The hotel is a striking white circular tower rippling with vertical rows of bay windows and balconies. It is located on university Way across from the Nairobi University. The entry is elegant […]

The distinctive circular tower of the Nairobi Hilton Hotel is landmark in downtown Nairobi. It can accommodate more than 600 business travelers and tourists. Its ground floor covers a small city block, with a row of shops, offices and restaurants lining all sides. A massive Makonde wood sculpture seems to teem with life at the […]

1. Grand regency –Best hotel in Nairobi Kenya-5 star
This new and fancy 300 – room hotel combines executive sophistication with modern comfort. Located in Nairobi newest up market business area, this white wash and solar glass high –rise overlooks Uhuru Park.
The African Kenya hotel center is a soaring multi story atrium. A gleaming glass mosaic […]

Nairobi attractions and places to stay
Nairobi is the largest city in East Africa. It began as a shanty town depot of the East African Railroad in 1899. In a little over 90 years it has become one of the major cities of modern Africa and a headquarters of the United Nations. It is a vibrant […]

There is a sophisticated infrastructure of resort hotels ranging from the Kenya luxurious beach hotels to the more basic. Many hotels offer similar services, facilities and activities. The hotels range from the Kenya exotic beach hotels (high-thatch roofs, white washed arches, Lamu style furniture) to the more prosaic Mombasa kenya budget beach hotels (cement accommodation […]

Kiwayu Safari Village
Kiwayu is on the northern part of Kenya’s coastline near the Somali border and 120 kilometers from Lamu. There is an airstrip just minutes away. You can fly direct from Nairobi or from Lamu.
Kiwayu Safari Village is a favorite place on the Kenyan coast. It combines great natural beauty with exotic accommodations, marvelous […]

Kisimani House
Originally built in the early 18th century for the Caliph of Zanzibar, Kisimani has been carefully restored and extended. Exquisitely detailed vidaka (intricately carved plaster work) around the old harem section of the house serves as an exotic reminder of its history. A heavy carved Lamu door; a baraza, the traditional outdoor sitting area […]

By far the nicest accommodation option on Lamu Island is to stay in one of the privately owned Swahili style houses in Shela Village. You take over the entire house which could be three to four stories with open courtyards and roof terraces. You are looked after by local house staff and a cook.
The houses […]

Las Vegas is now one of the fastest growing cities in the US, with over six thousand people moving to the Las Vegas Valley each month. They come for the climate, the jobs, the low taxes, and the fun. And many of them invest in Las Vegas vacation homes which they turn into investment properties.
Las […]

Cape Town, with its many suburbs, also offers a wide variety of Cape Town bed and breakfast (B&B) accommodation. Cape Town is modern, trendy, old fashioned, cultured, exciting and fun all at the same time.
Cape Town bed and breakfasts (B&B’s)come in affordable, luxurious, breakfast included, emphasis on hospitality ranges. Finding bed and breakfasts (B&B) in […]

Nowadays traveling in an airplane is no big deal, thanks to the healthy competition between the aviation giants. Jet Airlines, Go Air, Air Deccan, Sahara Airlines, Indian Airlines are just to name a few but the list of the contenders goes on. The open air above is no less than an arena for them. But […]

If you’re planning a trip to Kiev, consider going the nontraditional route and rent a Kiev apartment instead of a hotel accommodation. There are a number of advantages to Kiev apartments, including privacy, roominess, and kitchen facilities. In addition, by staying in Kiev apartments you have the opportunity to meet more of the city’s citizens […]

Ritan Park Is A Beautiful Parklan, dating from 1530 and 2nd just east of the second Ring Road. There is nothting quite like a diplomat to raise the tone of a neighourhood and if they come by the square meter, as they do around Jianguomenwai, let’s just say its notch above the usual!
Jiangguomenwai is a […]

–>Romania is a country not so many people have ever heard about. For some fans of sport the word “Romania” gains a meaning only after hearing such names as Gica Hagi or Nadia Comaneci. Others have heard about it from Eurovision contests. However, Romania is a country which is worth being discovered. It is situated […]

Dalat is the first major city as you go north into the Central Highlands of Vietnam from Saigon. The French colonists realized the value of the mild climate when they founded the city in the late 1800s. The city’s architecture reflects this heritage in many villas still scene in the city. Fortunately the buildings were […]

Silves in Portugal is situated inland some 15 minutes from the Algarve coast, more or less in the centre of the Algarve. It was once the capital of the whole region, which was still being referred to as the “Kingdom of the Algarve” in the 19th century. The origin of Silves can be traced back […]

Try imagining a giant banana split bowl big enough to build a city inside. Imagine the bowl twisted into a crooked “S” shape. The next miracle is a city gets built along the winding and twisting bottom of the bowl and all up and down the sides. If you can imagine this, you have a […]

Setting foot on an unfamiliar place does not have to be stressful, especially if the destination of choice is the bewildering imperial city of Marrakech in Morocco. To travel in Marrakech is to journey through a place unlike any other. With so many amazing sights to see and hidden treasures to unearth, it is not […]

DAY 1
Arrive at Entebbe international airport in Uganda. We where welcomed by our Staff of Real-Africa-Adventures who transferred us to the IMPERIAL RESORT BEACH HOTEL. If you are a early arrival you will visit Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC) for information about Uganda’s unique flora and fauna. Have a feel of ex situ conservation and […]

WITH LUXURY APARTMENTS, several office towers the five-star China World Hotel and an extremely convenient and stylish shopping mall, the China World Trade Center caters to every possible need. The newly built SoHo residential opposite, the office area, Wahda Plaza , the RizCarlton Hotle east of China World is another example of the fast growing […]

The Carlton George Hotel is on West George Street and is in an excellent location to provide easy access to the shops, nightlife, pubs and numerous restaurants available in Glasgow. The Carlton George is located only a few steps away from Buchanan Street and all the shops and the Buchanan Galleries shopping Centre, which is […]

Hawaii scuba diving is one of the most popular attractions in Hawaii. There are a lot of places where you can go to do scuba diving because the Hawaiian chain is made up of more than 100 islands. The most visited islands are Maui, Kauai, Oahu and Hawaii.
If you want to go to some of […]

The Jurys Inn Hotel is located on Jamaica Street and overlooks the River Clyde across the Broomielaw. The hotel appears to be on the very edge of the main city centre but its location is ideal for access to the many shops, restaurants and the nightlife of Glasgow.
Shopping in Glasgow is second in the UK […]

How to make gringo enemies and lose gringo friends is a subject one really must tackle with all due diligence when contemplating a move to Mexico. Whether you are expatriating to Mexico as a retiree, student, worker, or just to hang out for while, you really need these tips. If you follow these suggestions, you […]

Everyone seems to want to travel to Brussels, Belgium. Currently there are over 1 million people living in Brussels the capital of Belgium it is also the country’s cultural and political center. The name actually mans “Marsh City” and the first people to take up residency settled there in the Sixth Century.
Today it is mainly […]

Getting the best rates and deals on your flights is not an easy task but requires considerable hard work and planning. Through the right planning you can make great savings all the time. Mentioned below are some of the ways in which great savings can be made on your flight tickets.
As always the planning should […]

For those planning to travel to Asia, you are in for a great visit. To ensure your trip is a memorable one, there are several things you will want to take care of prior to you leaving. Regardless of your destination in Asia, it is advised that you register with the US Embassy’s Consular. This […]

Virginia’s Northern Neck, the northernmost of three peninsulas extending into Chesapeake Bay, is located between two rivers. To the north runs the peaceful Potomac river, with the historic Rappahannock running along the southern border and spilling into the Chesapeake Bay. For people looking to get away from big city life, Virginia’s Northern Neck provides a […]

Survival Tips for your trip to the city of Guanajuato:
1.) Realize that though merchants want your tourist dollar, this city has been primarily a Mexican tourist site. There will not be vast hordes of workers in the tourist industry who will be able to speak English. Get that phrase book and begin practicing! Don’t be […]

So you’ve booked a self-catering holiday in Italy on a farm in Tuscany or by a beach in Liguria? Enjoy exploring the flavours of Italy with this basic guide to help you enjoy food shopping as part of your holiday experience.
Traditionally Italians shop every day for what they want to eat that day, as freshness […]

When you think of Virginia as a possible place to visit, likely a number of towns come to mind as possible destinations. Historical Williamsburg, sunny Virginia Beach, and perhaps the mountainous regions of Winchester and Abingdon attract outdoors enthusiasts. Yet, if you consider adding Richmond to your itinerary, you will treat yourself to a visit […]

We often spend a major chunk of money while traveling by air. And, we have to spend huge cash from our vacation budget. Though, traveling by air is considered to be an expensive affair but we can save money with the help of cheap air tickets.
Foresight, Planning and prudence are very much required in getting […]

The advent of the Internet has certainly brought a revolution in our personal and business life. Now, from the cosy comfort of our home we can shop for any of your products and that also at best prices. The Internet is also useful for the travellers which allow them to book their tickets for the […]

Vijayawada is known as the political as well as publishing capital of andhra Pradesh. Vijayawada is a vital rail and road link between North and the South and is now known as ‘the city that never sleeps’.
Vijayawada, also called as “Bezawada”, is 257-km from Hyderabad and is located on the banks of the Krishna River, […]

As a Private Hire Taxi driver based in the South of England, a lot of my business is made up of fares to and from London’s Heathrow Airport. I thought I’d share some tips for meeting and greeting, as Airports can seem so daunting to the occasional visitor! Many BA long-haul flights arrive at Terminal […]

As a Private Hire Taxi driver based in the South of England, a lot of my business is made up of fares to Heathrow. I thought I’d share some tips for meeting and greeting, as Airports can seem so daunting to the occasional visitor! Most non-BA long-haul flights arrive at Terminal 3, along with a […]

As a Private Hire Taxi driver based in the South of England, a lot of my business is made up of fares to and from London’s Heathrow Airport. I thought I’d share some tips for meeting and greeting, as Airports can seem so daunting to the occasional visitor! Most non-BA flights from Europe arrive at […]

As a Private Hire Taxi driver based in the South of England, a lot of my business is made up of fares to Heathrow. British domestic and many European flights come into Terminal 1 – definitely the easiest to negotiate in every respect: excellent drop-off zone, good parking adjacent to the terminal, and a ‘compact’ […]

If you love good food, great music, and sunny skies, you definitely must consideration making your vacation plans for one of the South’s most popular destinations - Music City, USA! The name on the map actually says Nashville, Tennessee, but this busy Southern capital is so closely associated with music it should be no surprise […]

Krung Thep is the Thai name for Bangkok. The Thais never call their beloved capital Bangkok. In fact, it is said that people living in some remote areas of Thailand may not have heard of Bangkok at all. Krung Thep, the capital of Thailand, is located on the east bank of the river Chao Phraya, […]

Heading from Mombassa to the south coast, travelers must take the Likoni ferry. This is usually a hot and colorful experience with little stalls lining the road as you wait for your ferry and a stream of pedestrian traffic in various garbs passing your window. There are bags of cashew nuts for sale, fresh coconuts […]

On the most popular tourist beaches, there are many hawkers trying to sell their wares. Informal displays of carving, jewelry and bright cotton kanga are set out along the sand: a small shack professes by its sign to be a “massage parlor”. And women want to braid your hair with beads. As you stroll the […]

The harsher beauty of most of Kenya’s interior is tampered by the soothing south-sea-island delights of Kenya’s coral coast. The lush, tropical bush of the coast is brilliant with many birds and fragrant and/or colorful blossoms of frangipani and hibiscus. The vivid colors of bougainvillea and stands of graceful palms frame long stretches of white […]

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Customs duty
Customs duty is levied on imported goods, and is usually calculated on the value of the goods.
Persons entering South Africa
People may enter South Africa at any appointed place of entry. All the goods in their possession must be declared to a Customs official at the port of entry. When dutiable goods are in […]

Even though there are lots of disputes on how to slake you thirst on hot days, for many years people in different countries with a single heart have been showing preference for beer. But one shouldn’t think that good beer is prepared in Germany and Czech Republic only – good sorts of this drink can […]

Sometimes planning a family vacation can give you a tremendous headache. With the ever increasing prices of gas and airline tickets; family vacations have started to lose their appeal because they are financially stressful. However, having a good times with your family doesn’t necessary need to break the bank. By using these useful tips that […]

There are several distinct areas of fantastic wine country in the world and you can visit any given one of them to fully experience every single bit of effort that goes into every bottle of wine that you drink! A good wine country tour will span the entire length and breadth of the wine country […]

When it comes to the state of Florida, there is really nothing more anyone can ask for when it comes to having fun. One great thing about Florida is that no matter where you are anywhere in the state, you are never more than an hour and a half a way from the ocean. Not […]

Just a short drive from the beautiful historic city of Winchester lies Martin Down. This nature reserve makes a lovely day’s outing and allows the visitor to glimpse at what the countryside in this part of Hampshire, England was once like.
Although one of the largest areas of chalk grassland in the country, Martin Down represents […]

When the wife and I moved to Guanajuato, Mexico, one of our hardest adjustments was trying to get our intestines in tune with Mexico’s eating schedule. We were surprised at how eating at the most bizarre times could be as upsetting to our little girlie-man gringo bellies as the Mexican food itself. We had to […]

Most tourists who come to Guanajuato want to stay in the center of town in one of the many fine hotels. This is not just understandable but desirable. The center, or El Centro, of most colonial Mexicans towns is where the action is. It is where there are sidewalk cafes, mariachi bands, impromptu street theater, […]

Traveling is a good way to de-stress, to bond with your spouse, family or friends. But of course traveling is always accompanied by a lot of expenses. Some people keep working and saving to be able to travel and cover all the expenses they need. When you travel, most of the expenses are allocated on […]

Concern for the environment is pretty widespread these days, and everyone wants to and willing to do their little bit to reduce the damage being done to the environment.
But don’t just limit your good work to while you’re at home, make sure that you follow through while on holiday too.
Here are just a few suggestions […]