The Immigration Department has availed details about the new passport including the procedure of getting one and the new features of the ePassport. Going forward, Kenyans will have to apply for the new ePassport on the eCitizen platform. Thereafter, they will be required to visit an immigration office of their choice either in Nairobi, Mombasa […]
One day, I came across this Instagram feed of a Kenyan girl, probably in her late 20’s, and it was the most beautiful things I had seen on the platform. It was pictures of her with breathtaking sceneries in the background. I wouldn’t say I was envious because travelling isn’t my favourite thing. I mean, […]
95%. That’s the percentage of Kenyans who use PSV’s every day according to sokodirectory.com, and I am proudly (okay maybe not so proudly) numbered among them. Recently I was chilling in a matatu waiting for it to fill up. Open window check. Proper leg room check. The mat fills up, the driver pulls out, turns […]
From August 1, the SGR train schedule will change. The public notice was given by the Kenya Railways and they set it to start a few days from today. According to the notice by Kenya Railways, they are revising the train schedule for the Mombasa to Nairobi Madaraka express passenger service. The revision is aimed […]
Travelling with a big family can be its own version of hell if not handled well. Coming from a big family myself, I know that even something as simple as getting ready to get to church takes hours of preparation ( and we rarely get there on time). So what should you do when you […]
One of the greatest favours you can do for yourself every once in a while is go on a road trip. It is thought to be therapeutic. Depending on your budget and time constraints you can take a road trip for a couple of hours, days or even months. Any amount of time is great […]
Sunday is often the day most people use to go to church, spend time with their family and friends. You just want to relax and gather your strength before you start your work week on Monday. One great activity you can get into one day or even make a Sunday tradition is going for brunch. […]
You’ve probably had the phrase, ‘our hotel is five stars rated’ thrown around by hotels in their marketing campaigns, but have you ever wondered what it actually means? The Kenya Tourism Regulatory Authority has recently released a new hotels ranking based on the star classifications, however, before we get to that we need to understand […]
Travelling has got to be one of the most exhilarating experiences there is. The possibility of seeing and learning new things is such a thrill. However, sometimes things do not always go as planned. The number of things that can go wrong ranging from your travelling plans to emergencies that happen while on the trip. […]
Every time we visit the wild, we come back with beautiful memories and amazing stories to tell. However, a few of us have come back with different tales. They have been lucky to be alive to tell them. If necessary precaution is not taken in the wild, one may come home injured or worse, in […]
Islands can be the perfect romantic getaways for couples wanting to share unforgettable memories or singles wanting to experience life differently. Every island offers a unique experience. Kenya is blessed to have several islands, each with different cultures and sites. Lamu and the nearby archipelago Lamu is an Island famous for its astounding history, diverse […]
Rusinga Island has been one of the most overlooked destinations in Kenya. Many people only came to hear about it recently and it’s now attracting both local and international tourists. The Island is situated on the eastern side of Lake Victoria, while on the western side lies its sister, Mfangano Island. It is the ancestral […]
Are you a foodie who wants to take it a notch higher and brag about it on social media? Or do you want to challenge your palate? People try new diets for different reasons. Today, we might not be able to understand how and why some of these foods have made it to a plate. […]
Kenya Airways this week launched direct flights to Mauritius. The agreement between Kenya Airways and Air Mauritius will take effect from June 2018. Kenya Airways will then operate flights to Mauritius on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday. The Monday and Thursday flights are set to depart at 11.45 am while the Wednesday and Saturday flights […]
Kenya Airways has recently passed a huge milestone by launching a daily flight to and from New York. This is an exceptional feat as it is the first airline to offer a nonstop flight between East Africa and America. This cements its position as one of the leading African carriers. myjoyonline.com actually explains even further […]