One of the limitations of traveling to Africa is the slow pace with which its travel industry has in embracing the use of technology. Many would be travelers today are more comfortable on making a payment by use of a credit card for the following reasons
1. At the top of the list is the fact that i can pay for it now look for the money and 30 days later refund the credit card company.
2. It is less cumbersome as traditional methods of payment require one to go the bank and transfer the money while a credit card payment can be done from my home or desk-top
3.It is thus much easier and faster to finalize the transaction.
4. I can then say it cost less in terms of time and money as opposed to traditional ways since you do not have to queue at the bank, burn fuel to get there and then make phone call follow-ups.
5. Credit card payment is today a much safer way of transacting since a third party 'the merchant’s involved. It is for this reason that a number of African organizations are quickly taking up this idea of enabling credit card processing on their website and acquire a competitive edge against those who have not yet done the same.
A few websites in Kenya, Egypt and South Africa such as www.intokenya.com are already offering holiday makers an easier way of booking their accommodation and saving time spent calling hotels and agents to get bookings.
Stone House Hotel
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Monday, May 30, 2011
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
Airport Tips- Traveling to Kenya
Air transport is the most commonly used mode of travel all around the globe when going for long distances. It's a safer and an efficient way to move around various tourist destinations.
For more comfort and less inconveniences here are a few tips on Air travel:
*Before traveling, determine the baggage your airline allows per person so as to reduce your travel costs.
*Prepare a checklist of items to carry and tick them as you pack your bag and then lastly put your name tags on each bag.
*Pack only the items allowed by airport authorities to avoid any confrontations at the security screening rooms.
*Incase you are carrying medical prescriptions, use medical records with your name to support them to the screening authorities.
*Confirm and plan to arrive early at the airport for checking in, this varies from one airline to the other.
*Never carry sharp or metallic objects on your hand bags instead try packing them on a separate luggage
*Have your valid identity and travel documents at hand when going for check in or boarding the plane
*Always carry your own luggage around the airport or in the plane, Don’t help strangers carry their own. You never know what’s inside!
*Be prepared for any form of check up when going through an airport security check.
*Be attentive to the crew members and know where safety exits and oxygen masks are, also ensure that your seat belts are working before take off.
*Follow instructions and respect each others rights in the plane at all times. this brings satisfaction and enjoyment on your trip.
*Be courteous and consult the air crew incase of a problem.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
For more comfort and less inconveniences here are a few tips on Air travel:
*Before traveling, determine the baggage your airline allows per person so as to reduce your travel costs.
*Prepare a checklist of items to carry and tick them as you pack your bag and then lastly put your name tags on each bag.
*Pack only the items allowed by airport authorities to avoid any confrontations at the security screening rooms.
*Incase you are carrying medical prescriptions, use medical records with your name to support them to the screening authorities.
*Confirm and plan to arrive early at the airport for checking in, this varies from one airline to the other.
*Never carry sharp or metallic objects on your hand bags instead try packing them on a separate luggage
*Have your valid identity and travel documents at hand when going for check in or boarding the plane
*Always carry your own luggage around the airport or in the plane, Don’t help strangers carry their own. You never know what’s inside!
*Be prepared for any form of check up when going through an airport security check.
*Be attentive to the crew members and know where safety exits and oxygen masks are, also ensure that your seat belts are working before take off.
*Follow instructions and respect each others rights in the plane at all times. this brings satisfaction and enjoyment on your trip.
*Be courteous and consult the air crew incase of a problem.
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
Tips to Help you Cut Cost While on an African Safari
The holiday season is beckoning and now there are lots of vacation packages up for grabs from beach holidays, wildlife adventures, eco-tours just name a few of them. Although those offering the packages sometimes help one to identify a package that best fits their budget it is important that you the traveler also take some action in order to cut on your costs.
1. The first thing you require is information. Most important yet little appreciated facts is that is actually costs less to book holidays and travel through a registered tried and tested operator since they get highly discounted rates from hotels than what a traveler would pay when booking direct. This is because the supply the hotels with huge numbers of guests.
2. Secondly it is to ensure that your tour operator can handle your logistics and structure a trip that will give you’re the experience you want. It is less cumbersome to use a tour operator.
3. Plan early this cannot be overemphasized. Hotels and many travel resources usually give discounts when you book early or during the low season. You will also be able to pay for your package in installments. I usually take a yearly holiday and I can thus save for it on a regular basis.
4. Take advantage of low season rates are drastically reduced the places are less crowded and one can enjoy most of the facilities and good service during such times. During peak season resources are usually constrained and waiters overstretched that the service that are otherwise superior become standard.
5. Finally small is fine. A holiday need not be a grand trip to a five star hotel or lodge but even a camping adventure for 5 days or less is still a holiday. It gives one the much-needed break for you and your family.
Royal Reserve Beach Hotel
1. The first thing you require is information. Most important yet little appreciated facts is that is actually costs less to book holidays and travel through a registered tried and tested operator since they get highly discounted rates from hotels than what a traveler would pay when booking direct. This is because the supply the hotels with huge numbers of guests.
2. Secondly it is to ensure that your tour operator can handle your logistics and structure a trip that will give you’re the experience you want. It is less cumbersome to use a tour operator.
3. Plan early this cannot be overemphasized. Hotels and many travel resources usually give discounts when you book early or during the low season. You will also be able to pay for your package in installments. I usually take a yearly holiday and I can thus save for it on a regular basis.
4. Take advantage of low season rates are drastically reduced the places are less crowded and one can enjoy most of the facilities and good service during such times. During peak season resources are usually constrained and waiters overstretched that the service that are otherwise superior become standard.
5. Finally small is fine. A holiday need not be a grand trip to a five star hotel or lodge but even a camping adventure for 5 days or less is still a holiday. It gives one the much-needed break for you and your family.
Royal Reserve Beach Hotel
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Finding Hotels in Kenya
Everyone loves to travel to different cities and countries, to visit new places, explore the world and all its beauty. To make your travel more cozy you must plan your next vacation in advance. Booking a Hotel where you will fully enjoy the high quality leisure time is a necessity and should be done well.
One of the most attractive tourist country is Kenya. All hotels in Kenya offer an excellent service, as well as tools for active sports. The country has many hotels, however, you better to book hotel rooms in advance, so as to rest lived in this magical country myriad. If you are going to rest in Kenya, you will need to stock up enough cash, as some hotels do not accept credit cards.
All Hotels in Kenya have their level of service, which depends on the category and each category in turn meets certain requirements. 5-star hotels should have a reception (served around the clock), having several rooms, as well as room for lunch. All rooms are soundproof, furniture and equipment meet the highest standards. At least 10% of rooms must be apartments. Service and rooms available 24 hours a day. Also available is a porter. In one room rates they have one person staff. The 4-star hotel reception service operates only during the day, furniture is cheaper than 5-star hotels. In the rooms there are telephone, TV and radio. In two rooms they have one person staff, and the food is offered 16 hours a day. In the 3-star hotel only half of the rooms have toilets and showers. 1 person staff accounted for 6 rooms. 2-star Hotels offer only the basic service, and bathroom.
Mombasa is one of the most attractive destination for a vacation is Kenya. In terms of hotels in mombasa is one of the leading places in the world, but the cost of rooms in hotels is much higher. The level of hotel services in vary with the costs.
Kilili Baharini Resort and Spa
One of the most attractive tourist country is Kenya. All hotels in Kenya offer an excellent service, as well as tools for active sports. The country has many hotels, however, you better to book hotel rooms in advance, so as to rest lived in this magical country myriad. If you are going to rest in Kenya, you will need to stock up enough cash, as some hotels do not accept credit cards.
All Hotels in Kenya have their level of service, which depends on the category and each category in turn meets certain requirements. 5-star hotels should have a reception (served around the clock), having several rooms, as well as room for lunch. All rooms are soundproof, furniture and equipment meet the highest standards. At least 10% of rooms must be apartments. Service and rooms available 24 hours a day. Also available is a porter. In one room rates they have one person staff. The 4-star hotel reception service operates only during the day, furniture is cheaper than 5-star hotels. In the rooms there are telephone, TV and radio. In two rooms they have one person staff, and the food is offered 16 hours a day. In the 3-star hotel only half of the rooms have toilets and showers. 1 person staff accounted for 6 rooms. 2-star Hotels offer only the basic service, and bathroom.
Mombasa is one of the most attractive destination for a vacation is Kenya. In terms of hotels in mombasa is one of the leading places in the world, but the cost of rooms in hotels is much higher. The level of hotel services in vary with the costs.
Kilili Baharini Resort and Spa
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