Travel Tips
International Travel
January 13, 2020.
Visa requirements vary depending upon your nationality and the country of destination. Some countries are visa-free meaning that you can visit without acquiring a visa. Other countries provide visas at the airport. In such cases, you need to know the cost of the Visa and which currency is accepted as payment. Lastly, some countries require that you get a visa in advance. Make sure that you do a bit of research in advance to make sure that you're not stuck in an uncomfortable situation.
Use Local Currency
January 3, 2020
If you use a credit or debit card while traveling, the option to use your "home" currency will be offered. Choose the local currency instead. The reason is that you will be charged an invisible fee when using a cash machine abroad if you choose your home currency.
Packing Tip-Travel Prepared
January 5, 2020
Occasionally items get damaged or stolen during transit. Make sure to pack all valuables and electronics in your carry-on or a backpack for safekeeping. It is also a good idea to pack a set of clothes and toiletries in your carry-on luggage. In the event that your luggage doesn't reach your destination on time, you can still freshen up while you wait for it.
Kenya Travel Tips
December 30, 2021
Interested in traveling to Kenya? Does the thought of visiting seem both exciting and overwhelming? There's so much to see, do and know that you don't know where or how to begin. We have compiled a list of tips for New Travelers to Kenya that will help you get moving in the right direction.
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Always Negotiate: Negotiating is like an art form in Kenya. Most shopkeepers and drivers expect to haggle over the amount offered to customers.​
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Phone Service: There are 2 major phone service providers in Kenya. If you have an unlocked cellphone that uses a sim card, you can get service through Safaricom or Airtel. The service is prepaid. So, there isn't a long term commitment.
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Best Times to Visit: The rainy seasons in Kenya are from March to early June then again from late October to early December. So, the best times to visit are from June to October and from January to February.
