Best Picnic Places in Nairobi

Last weekend, I found myself busy looking for a picnic spot for a Father's day family lunch. I must say that the search wasn't a walk in the park as there are very few pointers and needless to say, my search did not yield much in time for Father's day but good thing is, this article was borne out of that search. If you every find yourself in a similar situation, I hope this article will come in handy. Enjoy!

1. Paradise Lost

Paradise lost is another expansive picnic gem in Nairobi. It is located away from the city, along Kiambu road and it has numerous attractions including caves, waterfalls, boat riding, camel riding and horse riding. There is also a nature trail that leads you away from the boats and towards the caves and falls. The falls fall from up high so the impact is loud, with a cool breeze gently blowing over the area. There are huge rocks all around where you take photos with the falls and scenery in the background

The Ultimate Holiday Packing Guide

Packing packing packing! Most travelers are guilty of over packing especially when packing for a vacation. Below is a check list that will make packing for your next holiday easy-blitzy. Enjoy!

AIRPORTS IN AFRICA

We are delighted to bring to you a list of international airports in Africa complete with their official abbreviations. In subsequent articles on this blog, we shall provide a complete list of all airports in the world but for today, we'll start with those found in Africa...oh yes, we love Africa like that :). We hope you enjoy the read and most importantly, that you 'll find this info useful for your future air travel bookings.

Why Kenya is the Ultimate Destination for Luxury Safaris

Kenya has taken an absolute battering recently and we feel so sorry for the guys out there, just trying to make ends meet. Terrorists are very active everywhere in the world and the terrorist threat in Kenya has recently dropped to almost nil. Kenya has so much to offer the luxury safari enthusiast and it looks like it’s back on the up this year, giving people life changing experiences in locations which are more beautiful than one can possibly imagine. In no particular order here are the top ten reasons to add a luxury Kenya safari back into the mix this year.

1. Variety of Habitats

Kenya is world famous for having the largest variety of habitats and landscapes in Africa - here you go from one area to the next and feel as if you have travelled through several different countries, experiencing desert, thick bush, lush savannah, rivers and lakes. This is why twin centre luxury safaris in Kenya are so popular, you really feel invigorated with each new area you see.

Top Travel essentials

Have you ever found yourself wishing that you brought something while you are on a trip? Whether you’re an expert traveler or a newbie, you want to make sure that everything goes smoothly, which sometimes result to overpacking or underpacking and more expenses paid. Read through the list below to see the most essential items to bring on your next trip.

Top five off the beaten track luxury safari experiences

Africa is a  one of the most exciting destinations for safaris and adventures.  Luxury safaris are leading the way when it comes to luxury travel and this is all thanks to a new breed of luxury safari, which not only has to have the best food, guides and comforts, but also has to take guests into new unknown parts of Africa. Africa is still as wild as ever, all that’s happened is that we’re all getting more intrepid, following in the footsteps of the first great explorers. Here are our top five off the beaten track luxury safari experiences THAT YOU MUST TRY OUT:

top 10 best African safaris

When talking about the best safari destinations in the world, its impossible to not talk about African Safaris. They are exciting, adventurous and most of all, they will not break the bank. Some may require more than a little travelling to reach, but we believe this is what makes them so special. Here are ten of the world’s best and finest luxury safaris:

Top 5 tips for booking and enjoying a bargain vacation package

1)      Find an amazing package offer: To find the best possible deal, talk to your preferred Travel agent – Nimble Travels :) - to give you a wide array of price, time and destination offers. If you are not set on traveling to a specific place, this is a great way to find a package that suits your specific budget. 

Why visiting Africa should be top on your bucketlist

If you were not born in Africa and have never visited this beautiful continent (oh yes Africa is not a country people :), below are some amazing facts that should -hopefully- convince you to put it top on your bucketlist....

Things to do Before you Travel

Airfare, airport transfer and travel insurance may be the holy trinity of travel preparation, but nailing down these aspects of your vacation is only the beginning of the trip planning process. If you want to achieve a smooth, headache-free trip, taking care of essential tasks like researching activities at your destination, managing your finances and getting your home in order is vital. Below are essential things to do before your travel.

Best Travel Tips of all Time

• Obtain as much information as possible about your destination.
• Take out sufficient travel insurance to cover hospital treatment, medical evacuation and even death. Pre-existing conditions and the risk associated with your destination or the activities you plan to partake in can influence the travel insurance cover you need.
• Double-check whether you require a visa or permit for the country or countries you are visiting or transiting.

Over 40 Countries That Kenyans Can Travel to Without a Visa

Did you know...If you are a Kenyan citizen or a holder of a Kenyan passport, you can visit upto 43 countries (yea...that's right!) without a visa.  Do see the full list below and go on and explore...Imagine. Travel.Discover. Talk to us for the cheapest air fare deals info@nimbletravels.co.ke.
1. Antigua & Barbuda
2. Bahama

3. Botswana
4. British Virgin Islands
5.  Burundi
6.  Barbados
7.  Cayman Islands

8.   Comoros (Required but can be obtained on arrival)
9.   Costa Rica (If you have a valid Permanent Resident Card or Visa to US, Canada, UK)
10.  Dominica
11.  Dominican Republic (Buy a $10 Tourist Card on arrival)
12.  Ethiopia (365 Days allowed Visa Free)
13.  Fiji (120 Days)

How to get the cheapest air fares

A penny saved is a penny earned :). That's why we are always looking for the best airfare deals for our clients. Below are a few proven tips on how you can ensure that you get the lowest air fares possible when booking your flight.
               #1. Be flexible with your travel date.
               #2. Book at least two weeks ahead, preferably three.
               #3. Stay over Saturday night to get a better rate.
               #4. Fly mid-week if you can.
               #5. Always check the round-trip price even if you're flying one-way.
               #6. Book multi-city trips using the special search
               #7. Avoid busy holiday dates

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Factors for choosing a Travel Agent

The following are the five top reasons why leisure travelers choose a travel agent. 

                #1 Ability to provide the best options and prices. 

               #2 Saving money. 

               #3 Product knowledge. 

               #4 Ability to answer questions about my safety/security. 

               #5 Saving time.

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