Lake Turkana Festival - This May!

I am usually not a very big fan of festivals because it means loads of people in one place at once!It is almost like carnivals, people in costumes, loud music...you get the picture. However, when i first heard of the Lake Turkana Festival i must admit i was fascinated, because naturally you do not expect to hear of something like that! Not that it's strange but, if you are Kenyan and especially if you rescide in Nairobi you would know that we have never had of Turkana night at the Carnivore! Yet here is a full planned festival! And what's more...it not the first time it's being held in Kenya but the 6th!

About the Festival:

The Lake Turkana Festival will take place for the 6^th consecutive year in Loyangalani town; on the shores of the awe-inspiring Jade Sea this May 2013 from 22nd -28th. It is here where the 10 ethnic groups of the Lake Turkana region; El Molo, Rendille, Samburu, Turkana, Dassanach, Ghabra, Borana, Konso, Wata and Burji demonstrate through song and dance their unique differences and traditions. In this remote and forgotten region; we are also made aware of the challenges faced by these minority tribes which include drought, environmental challenges, poor infrastructure and wrangling amongst each other. Thus whilst we awe at their impressive dress and ornaments and study their artifacts and way of life in the dramatic landscape that makes up the north of Kenya; the underlying goal remains and continues to be the promotion of peace and furthermore the appreciation of these fascinating tribes.


Uniglobe Let's Go Travel have a special package to attend the festival and included in the package are tours to Samburu Game Park.

Top ways not to irritate your fellow passengers when flying

The other day I was reading one of my all-time favourite travel blog – A luxury travel blog, and I came across this article that I just had to share with you. I am certain that in one occasion, you must have experienced at least one of the irritants, if not all.
 
1. Rules are rules
Watch and listen to the safety announcements, regardless of whether you’re a frequent flyer. Take note of any instructions and don’t think that rules apply to everyone except you. Switch off your phone if you’re supposed to, don’t get up if the seat belt light is still lit… and so on and so forth. The rules exist for your own safety as well as the safety of others.

2. Your seat
If there’s one thing that’s sure to annoy your fellow passengers, it’s got to be suddenly reclining your seat into the face of the person behind you, no doubt spilling the said person’s drink that was delicately balanced on the seat’s precarious make-shift table. If you feel the urge to recline it a little, do so slowly and be sympathetic to whoever is sitting behind you.

3. Their seat
Don’t pull on the seat of the person in front of you when get up – push off from your own seat.

4. Your / their arm-rest
Nobody wants to feel cramped by whoever they’re sitting next to. If you’re wider than you are tall, book two seats. Better still, do some exercise and go on a diet. But if you’re of normal build, remember not to hog the arm-rests. Those occupying middle seats ought really to get use of at least one.

5. Incessant talking
It might just be that your neighbour was looking forward to reading a book or maybe a rest on his/her flight. Don’t talk incessantly and bear in mind that if they’re engaging in conversation, it might just be that they’re being polite.

6. Babies and children
If you have them, try to keep them under control. Don’t let them incessantly kick the seat in front of them. Come prepared with things that will entertain them for the duration. If your child ‘kicks off’, at least make an effort to calm the disturbance – there’s nothing more annoying than an unruly child and parents who seemingly don’t care.
If you don’t have them, understand that sometimes babies (in particular) and children have their moments. They could be suffering from a change in air pressure or just having a bad day. Remember, you were their age once.

7. Don’t get drunk
For your own personal health and comfort, you should be looking to keep well hydrated during a flight. Alcohol is dehydrating and its effects are magnified at high altitude. If you’re going to have alcohol, then do so in moderation.

Climbing Mount Longonot

Hello lovers! I'm back.......!! How i have missed being on this space...but as you may know i recently got a baby girl thus why i had taken the long break from blogging, seriously you just never have the time to do anything! This however does not mean i forgot to adventure and have fun.!

My office workmates put a trip to climb Mt. Longonot and decided that it would be a great challenge for all of us as a team. It was a bit of a risk for me considering this was barely under 3 months after having a baby!

The journey to Longonot from Nairobi is approximately one and a half hours, then another two hours climbing the mountain and another 3 hours circumnavigating the crater, plus another two hours coming down!

All set for the hike...

Here we go....

The group had to slow down so that i can catch my breath and drink some water and energy booster...

The peak of Mt. Longonot ....

Views from the top...

Safari Requires:

• Good pair of walking boots (broken-in)

•   A Hat

• Walking stick. An adjustable sprung loaded stick is best

• Camera, sun cream, plus your sweater that will be removed during the climb

• All of this hike is over rough ground and has all the hazards of hiking up steep inclines

• Don't under estimate dehydration. Drink water at the end of each section, and as required.

• Rucksack. Large enough to carry 2 x ½ litter of water plus few sandwiches to eat at the top

• The ranger's advice on all matters including your rate of progress should always be listened to.

Good News!!! ....It's a baby girl!

Hallo Hallo!!

I know that hello sounds very corny....haha but i will just jump right in as to why this is the strangest post i have put up (lie) in a while..truth is i have GREAT news to share with you. The reason why i have been away from my blog, have not responded to your comments and emails is because God helped us through my delivery and blessed us with a beautiful, precious little baby girl on 16th October 2012!

This is my first born, so i have alot to learn!!! I will therefore be away for a short while, but will resume my posts very soon.

Thank you all for your support.
xoxo

Keeping Fit While Traveling - For the Business Traveller

Following a feature article I read on CNN’S BusinessTraveller segment, for most people keeping fit involves an established exercise routine built around a regular weekly schedule. But what if your job involved large amounts of travel? 

In my line of duty, all I see is travel, travel and more travel! This means that typically thinking about exercise is close to never, even though we have countless times heard of how lack of exercise not only impairs your waistline, but can also reduce energy and concentration level, in turn reducing your work productivity.

Below, I gathered some of the tips proposed which I feel will ultimately help all those business travellers out there….   

        

1) Don’t treat business travel as a "holiday" from your health regime

Just because you are away on a business trip, this does not mean you should not do your normal twenty minutes morning jog or your daily yoga stretches! You could jog around your hotel etc.  This way you would still be working and keeping fit!

2) Prepare and do research

Before you travel, investigate the best locations for your preferred form of exercise. If you're into cycling, see if there's a local bike hire company nearby; if you're a jogger, plan the most scenic route to get the most of your new environment. Basically it is advisable you plan your health workout as part of your schedule. 

3) Bring portable fitness equipment

Things such as a simple skipping rope can make a big difference and will not require you going extra lengths, in that you could carry it in your travel bag and use it while in you hotel room. 

4) Don't overindulge at business dinners

I believe this tip is the hardest! Just because you are on a business trip that does not give you the pass to overindulge in the tasty deserts! Keep your health first and remember the consequence of what you are eating. 

5) Take advantage of hotel fitness services

In this day and era, most hotels are fitted with some sort of health fitness centres or gyms. They usually have great programs that can benefit the hotel resident (you).