by David Dean | Jun 5, 2019 | Before Traveling, Kenya, Kenya Adventure
Packing was novel for us as we are used to only taking hand baggage. All of a sudden, our package included 2 x 23kg hold bags each, on top of our cabin baggage. I don’t think I have 46kg of clothing. The good news is that I can put all my cheaper electrical goods...
by David Dean | Jun 3, 2019 | Before Traveling, Kenya, Kenya Adventure
It’s 31st May, just over 3 weeks before we depart, and our Tickets have arrived, we are now getting excited. The pack consists of: A Magical Kenia canvas bag A nice bag and useful as you can’t use plastic bags in Kenya. A Somak Holidays wallet Useful to keep our...
by David Dean | Jun 2, 2019 | Before Traveling, Kenya, Kenya Adventure
Travel Insurance Make sure you have good Travel Insurance. Read the policy to make sure it covers the activities you are undertaking in the countries you are visiting. Declare any conditions you are taking medicine for or are under a consultant for. Consider an Annual...
by David Dean | Jun 1, 2019 | Before Traveling, Kenya Adventure
Mobile Phone The cost of using your UK mobile in Kenya is prohibitive. This isn’t a problem as you can pick up a cheap PAYG Kenya SIM at your arrival airport and use it in your existing phone. Before you travel you need to make sure your mobile phone is unlocked. Here...
by David Dean | Apr 27, 2019 | Before Traveling, Kenya Adventure
Money in Kenya Spending money in Kenya Generally speaking the best way to spend in Kenya is by using the right credit card. The right credit cards give you consumer protection, great exchange rates, no fees and some even give you cash back. One of the most expensive...
by David Dean | Apr 8, 2019 | Before Traveling, Kenya Adventure
To visit Kenya from the UK you need a Visa. You can get your visa once you land in Kenya (although they keep saying they are removing this option) however it is probably easier to apply electronically in advance. I have read lots of different views as to which way is...
