Haggling is a sport in Kenya. It is an art form best performed with massive gestures and a cheeky smile. But either way, part of the street market experience is haggling over prices. Even the smallest item needs arguing over. But in reality it is all in good spirit and the Nairobi markets are highly … [Read more…]
Ok. Jostens fish palace might not be competing that hard for the prettiest place in Kenya award. But. LOL. It does deserve a photo … as it turns out Jostens fish palace is in fact a plastic shed … that sells … hmmm …. cheap jewelry. Ok ok, sorry. Jostens fish palace (that we met … [Read more…]
Sitting at Ole Polos restaurant near Ngong Hills with an astounding view over the valleys. Suddenly a small bird comes jumping into a nearby pink bush. It just sits there looking at us with curiosity. It is the little things. Kenya has such wondrous details round every corner. The ole polo restaurant is a very … [Read more…]
Monkeys are plentiful in Kenya. You can meet them in the wild across the country. But if you want a truly cure experience with monkeys try going to the orphanage attached to the Nairobi National Park. The park rangers rescue orphaned monkeys found in the national park and bring them to the orphanage, where they … [Read more…]
Kenya is one of the most photogenic countries in the world. Just driving down the road right outside Mombassa. Suddenly a wonderful riverbed with fishermen busy at work unfolds. Its a simple little piece of everyday life in Kenya but aesthetically it is unrivaled. Related PostsBeautiful Kenya – Maasai Market Square53Right at the heart of … [Read more…]
If you live in Kenya or are simply visiting on holidays does not matter. You should always take every available opportunity to go on African safari trips. There is simply nothing more beautiful or exciting than an early morning drive in the Kenyan nature scouting for wildlife. The special blessing of Kenyan safari drives is … [Read more…]
The Kenyan sun can sometimes leave you craving a quiet place in the shade. A cosy place to have an icecold beer, relax and recharge the batteries before venturing back out into the buzz. There are many such gems round Kenya and Nairobi especially. Shaded outdoor bars in comfortable settings catering to those simply wanting … [Read more…]
Plenty of monkeys live in and around the Nairobi National Park. You will see them hunting, playing and relaxing everywhere. Busy with their happy lives they do not tend to bother humans and expect the same in return. Here is a baboon relaxing in a tree above a cafe near the National Park Follow our … [Read more…]