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Most Canadians have a tendency to take their vacations during the summer. That’s because there are more opportunities to visit certain places in the world. Aside from South America, Australia, and maybe India and Indonesia, most vacation destinations happen to be in the northern hemisphere, at least for Canadians. If you have never thought about Mombasa, Kenya as a vacation destination, it’s time you did.
This is a tropical destination that’s considered a paradise for many. It is also a highly affordable vacation as Mombasa hotels are reasonably priced, as are …
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When you’re heading to Mombasa, Kenya for a vacation or even a business trip, you may be traveling with a lot of electronics. Today, it seems people can’t even leave their home without a cell phone attached to their ear or with their face buried in it.
When you’re heading to a tropical destination for a business seminar or conference, you’re being treated well by your company. This is a great opportunity to not only improve in your professional career but also to enjoy some quality time relaxing near the beach, …
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When you’re traveling to Mombasa, Kenya for vacation with small children, it can sometimes feel overwhelming. After all, you want to enjoy this trip, too.
As a family, this is a trip you’re going to be talking about for many years to come. You certainly want to take plenty of pictures, grab some video of the children playing, and have some time to yourself. However, when you have small children, from infants and toddlers to nine, 10, 11, and even 12-year-olds, you have to keep your eye on them a lot …
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Traveling with teenagers can be a challenge, to say the least. If you’re planning a vacation in Mombasa, Kenya and you will be traveling with your teenage son, daughter, or many teenagers, you may feel as though you’ll need a vacation from this vacation.
It doesn’t have to be that way. You can have just as much fun as they do, and even more, when you follow some simple strategies.
Strategy #1: Avoid the temptation of letting them stick their noses in their phone the whole time.
Teenagers today have a tendency to …
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Maybe you didn’t really get the proper honeymoon when you first got married. Maybe you did and it’s been several years since you two exchanged vows. In the time since you got married you could have added a child or two, or even more. In the years since, it’s been very difficult for you two to have quality time together. Maybe you got in the habit of stealing moments when your children finally went to bed at night or when family members were willing to take them for an evening.
If …
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When you travel to a foreign country like Kenya, you have probably heard advisements about the water. It’s a good idea not to drink the tap water in these countries. It has nothing to do with cleanliness or sanitation. It has to do with the bacteria that is found in the water itself.
A person who grew up and spent all of their time in Kenya would also be advised not to drink the tap water from your neighborhood. That doesn’t mean you’re tap water is dirty. It simply means there …
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No one wants to experience poor service, especially when they’re on vacation. If you have chosen a quality hotel in Mombasa, the chances of having issues significantly decreases. There are many different hotels in and throughout Mombasa, some of them offering considerably lower rates than those close to the ocean.
If you feel as though you have been given poor service at your hotel in Mombasa, here are five steps to take.
Step #1: Don’t threaten.
It is certainly tempting to get angry and belligerent, but don’t threaten to have somebody fired, to …
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If you’re not used to going to tropical destinations for your vacation, choosing Mombasa is a great decision. As long as you choose the right Mombasa Hotel, your stay is going to be absolutely amazing.
When you’re getting ready to head out to the airport for your flight that will eventually take you to this tropical paradise, you may be scratching your head trying to figure out whether or not you have everything you need to maximize your enjoyment.
You are certainly going to need every day necessities like a toothbrush, toothpaste, …
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Traveling anywhere in the world requires a passport. Europeans can now travel from country to country within the European Union without having to rely on a passport, but everywhere else will need a passport. When you are traveling to Mombasa, Kenya, you will certainly need a passport to enter and exit the country.
From time to time people can lose their papers, have their wallet or identification stolen, and that can be extremely stressful, especially when you’re in a foreign country. How do you get back to your own country?
If you …
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Getting ready to head off for your vacation in Mombasa, Kenya can be an exciting time. You’re trying to figure out exactly what to pack without over packing. You know you need sunscreen, bathing suits, and comfortable walking shoes, but you could inadvertently pack some items that may need to be tossed when you head through the security checkpoint at the airport.
There are also some items that are not necessary to bring along on this particular vacation. Here are three items you should consider leaving at home.
1. Unnecessary medications.
If you …