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A Look at Three Kenya Safari Hotels

Travel Guide & Holiday Deals Posted by Jerry Wanga | Posted on 28-02-2010

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Tourist attractions in Kenya are innumerable owing to the country’s breathtakingly diverse landscapes,captivating cultures and its friendly people. Its easy to fall in love with the country and chances are that once you come to Kenya you are more likely to return again and again!

From white and powder-soft secluded beaches of mombasa, lamu and malindi to the national parks teeming with millions of wildlife (including the much sought-after “Big Cats” and “Big Five”) to lakes brimming with fish and birds as well as mountains, cities and museums, Kenya truly has it all.

Hotels in Kenya offer high quality service in accommodation and conference room facilities at very competitive rates. They are of international standards, and are reknowned for their quality. Some of these Kenya hotels are award winners for superior accommodation and eco-friendly practices.

One Such hotel is Nairobi Serena Hotel. As part of the serena group of hotels, Known for luxury resorts, safari lodges and hotels in some of the most exquisite and remote settings in Africa.

The Nairobi Serena hotel is a stylish hotel situated very close to the city centre. Its location provides the perfect escape from noisy streets of nairobi.

The hotels interior decor is a blend of Arab and African influences. The hotel is also a member of the Leading Hotels of the World so rest assures of excellent service.

The hotel also has an outdoor pool with a beautiful garden. It’s strongest point apart from its excellent service to us is its location being located just moments from the city’s business centre and most of nairobi’s attraction including its museum, art, shopping centers and entertainment centres the likes of night clubs and bars.

Safari Park Hotel

The safari Park hotel is another of Kenya’s hotels located in Nairobi. The hotel offers a warm welcome in an African setting. Set in nearly 64 acres of beautiful gardens, this hotel has a wide variety of activities and facilities to keep you entertained during your stay.

The hotel also have a small ostrich and pet farm, which guests are welcome to visit.

As night falls the hotel transforms itself from a place of landscaped calm into one of Nairobi’s most vibrant nightspots.

Yes, a Casino Paradise and the best one in town. When it comes to casino style, state-of-the-art gaming and space age slot machines, Paradise Corporationg of Korea are the undisputed market leaders. No surprises then that the Safari Park Hotel’s casino is as sleek and sophisticated as it gets, and that it offers the highest payout rate in Africa.

Abit further from the city and into what is known as elephant country, the famous amboseli national park and over looking Africa’s highest mountain, Mout Kilimanjaro is Ol Tukai Lodge.

From the lodge itself you can enjoy elephant viewing or star gaze in the African night.

You are on safari. The early morning game drives finish with a champagne breakfast on the summit of Observation Hill which has a 360-degree view over the plains. Be entertained by Kenya’s most famous tribesmen, the maasai who on alternate evenings entertain guests with traditional songs and dances.

This is one of Kenya’s safari lodges and from your room you can enjoy panoramic views of the landscape, looking onto the snow capped peak of the mighty Kilimanjaro in the distance.

When you are not busy tracking Africa’s big five enjoy a game of table tennis of just relax at the pool side. If you are a bird lovers, then this is the place for you because Amboseli is known for its bird species too. Over 150 species of birds.

For those on business Amboseli’s Ol Tukai Lodge makes an unusual and attractive conference venue.

Jerry Wanga is editor of http://www.naadytravel.com an online website on kenya hotels such as Nairobi Serena Hotel and Safari park hotel and also Kenya safari lodges like Ol Tukai Lodge in Amboseli. You can view more info on the website

Beach Baby, Beach Baby, Give Me Your Hand: What to Pack For a Trip to the Beach

Travel Guide & Holiday Deals Posted by Jack Chary | Posted on 28-02-2010

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The winter blues are common this time of year, and most people are planning a trip to beach to help cure their symptoms. The beach is a great place to get some sun, play in the sand, and just relax, and offers the perfect antidote to any dreary, winter feelings. But, as with any vacation, you should never go to the beach unprepared! Here are some tips on what you should plan on bringing to your next beach vacation.

1. Sunscreen. Skin cancer is on the rise, and as chic as a great tan looks, it isn’t always what’s best for everyone’s health. So, it’s important to play in safe and have plenty of sunscreen that is SPF 15 or higher and some lip balm with sunscreen in it to protect your skin from sunburns and help you to get your dose of Vitamin D the right way.

2. Hat. Another great way to protect your skin, especially your face is with a wide brimmed hat. Not only will you be able to see better, because of the shade it will provide, but it will help to keep those nasty wrinkles and sun damage at bay.

3. Sunglasses. Most people wouldn’t think of going to the beach on a sunny day without sunglasses, just because the sun reflecting off the sand is so blinding. But, even if it’s a little cloudy, you should still plan on bring them, because even when it’s sunny, you still need to protect your eyes from UV rays.

4. Bathing suit. If you are planning to take a dip, you may want to be sure you have this. A great bathing suit tip, especially for kids, is that right now a lot of department stores are selling bathing suits for children that contain UV protection. It may be able to invest in a swimsuit like this for your kids, because starting protection from sun damage early will benefit them greatly in the long run.

5. Large blanket and towels. As beautiful as the beach is, the sand usually contains little critters and sand burrs. By packing these you will have something to sit and lie on, as well as protect yourself from whatever may be hiding in the sand.

6. Bottled water and snacks. The sun is bound to cause dehydration, so its important to have several bottles of water on hand to keep yourself refreshed and hydrated. Snacks are also a great way to re-fuel and get back some of the energy the sun can drain from you. Be sure to pack items that don’t produce a lot of trash, and to take all your trash with you when you leave.

7. A swimsuit cover-up. A cover-up is not only another way to add some protection from the sun especially during the hottest part of the day, but it will provide some warmth, especially at the end of the day when the sun goes down.

8.Plenty of toys, a good book, etc. While the beach is a beautiful place to play and relax, you may want to plan on bringing enough toys for the kiddos to play with in the sand and water. You should be sure to bring enough to share, because the less fighting your kids do, the more relaxing the trip will be. The beach is also an ideal time to catch up on your reading, so be sure to bring that best selling novel you bought and have been dying to start reading.

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How to Survive the Chill: What to Pack For a Ski Trip

Travel Guide & Holiday Deals Posted by Jack Chary | Posted on 28-02-2010

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Wintertime is the best time to get out and hit the slopes. Whether you are a first timer or a seasoned ski veteran, skiing is perfect winter escape and a great alternative to lounging on the beach, especially for those vacationers who don’t enjoy lounging around at all, and want to get out there and do something! But before you rent your skis or purchase those lift tickets, here is an idea of what you should plan on packing to insure that you enjoy your ski vacation to the fullest!

1. Ski/Snowboard waterproof pants and jacket. Before you pack anything, you should be sure that you have these. Having a sufficient top layer will insure that you are not only warm, but it will help to keep your other clothes dry.

2. Long-underwear. This is an important part of any skier’s wardrobe, because they will not only keep you warm, but they will also give you the ability to wear less under your waterproof clothes. The less you wear, then the less you will sweat, and the warmer you will be.

3. Fleece. A great fleece pullover and/or fleece sweat pants are great for layering over your long-underwear and under your waterproof clothes. Fleece is lightweight and extremely warm.

4. Warm socks. The best way to keep your feet warm while skiing is to wear a pair of cotton socks with a pair of wool socks over them. Most of the time, when your feet get cold, it’s because they are sweating. By layering with a pair of cotton socks, they will help to wick away moisture and keep your feet warmer longer.

5. Waterproof gloves/mittens. This is an important part of your skiing wardrobe, because it will protect your hands. You want to make sure they are heavy duty and waterproof. If you want to make sure you are getting gloves that are meant for skiing, then you may want to wait until you get to the slopes and purchase some gloves from a local ski/sports shop. These types of shops will usually carry great gloves at a reasonable price.

6. Hat. Since most of your body heat is lost through your head, its important to invest in a great hat. It doesn’t necessarily have to be waterproof and a knit beanie should do the trick. But you want to make sure it pulls down enough to cover to ears to help give your ears the protection they need.

7. Scarf or face cover. These are important to help protect your neck and your face from the cold, especially on the ski lift.

8. Sunglasses or goggles. Eye protection should always be on your list, because they will increase your ability to see while you are skiing, and they will protect your eyes from the sun and the cold. If you choose to go with sunglasses, be sure to invest in a pair that fit closely to your face and wrap around the entire eye.

In addition to the things you would normally pack for a vacation, these items are extremely important to have on a ski trip. Unless you’re an avid skier or live close to the mountains, I wouldn’t worry about purchasing skies or boots, because you can usually rent them at the ski resort for a reasonable price and that will save you from having to lug them around or fit them into your car.

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Rock Out in Budapest

Travel Guide & Holiday Deals Posted by Gergely Garaami | Posted on 28-02-2010

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Music fans can rock out all the way from Budapest airport to city with a shuttle tour of the area’s hot and happening music hotspots. As both an airport shuttle driver and music fan I thought I’d share a few of my favourite places in the city. So buckle up your seatbelt and let’s get ready to rock and roll.

Frank Zappa was a huge fan of Budapest and the city was luckily enough to house one of his last ever concerts back in 1991. I remember the day like it was yesterday, although I was only a young university student at the time. He was playing a concert to commemorate the removal of Soviet troops from Hungary, and with the town mayor present it was certainly an historic occasion. What made it even more fantastic was that he joined some local gipsy bands on stage and started jamming with them. My friend, Czigany, plays accordion in one of these bands and nearly 20 years later she still talks about the day that she jammed with Zappa on stage.

As Frank Zappa commemorated such an important occasion in our city’s history we like to commemorate him in return, and what better way to do this than with the Zappa Cafe. I’ve taken many tourists here on my Budapest airport to city runs and whilst it may be popular, every rocker worth their weight in salt knows that it is the place to start an evening. I’d recommend sampling the hearty beef stew, but if you’re just here for the beer then make like the locals and try the plum palinska. But be warned it isn’t for the faint-hearted!

The underground hall in the Zappa Cafe has its own stage and usually has its own live music on a weeknight. Just recently we had a Hungarian band called the Magic Cats playing and these were a big hit with the locals. If there’s no music on at the Zappa Cafe then we’ll head over to Rocktogon, known for its acoustic sessions and chilled out atmosphere. When live bands are not playing, the atmosphere shifts and the DJ can often be found putting on loud punk music and heavy rock and roll which is guaranteed to have the crowd moshing until the early hours. If that all sounds a little too hardcore for you, then you can sway along to lighter rock at the disco sessions that take place regularly between 8pm and 11.30pm.

My shuttle rounds aren’t always from Budapest airport to city and I have been known to drive a bit further afield. The Raday is located slightly out of town but I’d definitely recommend it to anyone with a love of music. It’s more of a pub than a bustling nightclub, but it’s great place to enjoy a couple of beers whilst sticking a tune on the old juke box.

If my Budapest airport to city passengers ask, I won’t hesitate to recommend them some great Hungarian rock music. The punk band, CPG are a particular favourite of mine and were one of the first bands in Hungary to be arrested for rock-related subversion, spending two years in prison for political incitement. The prog rock band, Panta Rhei, and metal group, Fallenintoashes are also very good. But don’t take my word for it; book a trip to Hungary and you’ll be able to experience the fantastic scene for yourself.

Gergely Garami is a driver for Shuttle Direct on the Budapest airport to city route. They provide pre-booked shuttles to major destinations all over Europe. Wherever you travel, Shuttle Direct can make sure that you don’t miss your car on your holiday abroad.

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