There’s little chance that you’d want to leave the sandy Mombasa beaches to go shopping, but should you need to, there are plenty of options available:
Nakumatt Nyali: This hypermarket has everything under one roof, from fresh produce to furniture, and is conveniently located within walking distance from Nyali Beach Hotel and Voyager Beach Resort.The centre that houses it also contains a bookstore, pharmacy, internet café, ATM machines, butchery, restaurants, a Kenya Airways booking office and a Safaricom (local cell-phone service provider) retail shop, amongst other shops.
Nakumatt Cinemax: This well-stocked supermarket …

If you don’t want the hassle of driving, and you want a cheaper option than flying, the train is your best bet to get from Nairobi to Mombasa.
Kenya Railways operates a train service that leaves from both Nairobi and Mombasa every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.
A first class return ticket (recommended) with two beds per compartment costs Kshs. 6,750 (less than USD 100) and includes bedding, dinner and breakfast.
If there are more of you, you can opt for a second class cabin with 4 beds for Kshs. 4,980 (approximately USD 68)
Although …

AirKenya Express has started flying daily Monday – Sunday from Nairobi to Mombasa via Diani, on the South Coast.
This now gives travellers direct access to the South Coast and avoids delays if taking the traditional route from Moi International Airport to the South Coast via the Likoni Ferry service.
Current airfares posted on AirKenya’s website for a one trip ranges between US$100 to US$125 (as at August 4th)
For current information and bookings visit AirKenya’s website.

Commanding a lovely view of Mombasa’s Old Town, the elegant and luxurious full service apartments in the Tamarind Mombasa Village are a good alternative to beach resorts. Built into coral ramparts, guests fall in love with its beautiful African coastal architecture with its soft archways, classical turrets, white walls, private, gorgeous gardens and impeccable hospitality.
A collection of 45 apartments offering one, two or three bedrooms, it is a choice location for the business visitor, those wanting proximity to Mombasa or the traveler looking for a long term stay.
Decorated with authentic …

Mombasa has many local eateries to try out. If you can find a place that serves traditional coastal dishes, try the barazi (pigeon peas in coconut) served with mahamri (donut-like pastry) usually served for breakfast or the Mkate Sinia (Rice bread) Vitumbua (rice flour and coconut cream pastry buns) with a nice cup of chai (tea)….in true Swahili style!
Mubin’s – this open air restaurant is popular with the locals and although they serve everything from chicken tikka (barbequed taandori chicken) to naan (Indian flatbread), it is best known for its …

Mombasa is on the same timezone as the rest of Kenya.
Kenya’s (Mombasa) timezone  is UTC/GMT +3 hours
Calculating Time Difference between the US and Mombasa:
If you’re in US/Pacific, Mombasa is 10 hours ahead
If you’re in US/Central, Mombasa is 8 hours ahead
If you’re in US/Eastern, Mombasa is 7 hours ahead
Calculating Time Difference between UK and Mombasa:
If you’re in London, England, Mombasa is 3 hours ahead
Calculating Time Difference between Canada and Mombasa:
If you’re in Canada/Pacific, Mombasa is 10 hours ahead
If you’re in Canada/Mountain, Mombasa is 9 hours ahead
If you’re in Canada/Central, Mombasa is 8 hours ahead
If you’re in …

This is a video produced by the Kenya Tourism Board…what a place to visit!