Tagged: kenya

New Website Helps You Plan Wildlife Spotting on African Safaris

Safari-goers who have their hearts set on glimpsing certain animals in Africa have a helpful new online resource. Tour operator Expert Africa has launched a data-rich website showing…

How to Pack for an African Safari

Unlike with most other forms of vacation, how well a safari goes will be deeply impacted by how intelligently you pack. Forget a raincoat or other necessary gear and you're usually…

Arthur Frommer: On an African Safari, Budget is Better

To a great many travelers, including myself, the African safari is one of the top travel experiences. There is something mystical, indeed mind-changing, about seeing the world…

Bringing Plastic Bags to Kenya Could Land You in Prison

While some world cities have been dabbling in the reduction of plastic bags by charging customers if they want one or switching to paper, Kenya has just instituted the harshest plastic…

Tourist in Kenya Killed by Elephant He Was Trying to Photograph

An Italian tourist in the coastal region of Kenya was killed by an elephant this week after the man got too close while trying to take a photograph.The 66-year-old tourist and his…

The World's Top Travel Destination, National Public Lands Day, and More: Today's Travel Briefing

Good morning! Here's the latest from the world's cities, savannas, and public lands.* THE WORLD'S MOST VISITED CITY (Reuters). Bangkok is the world's most popular travel destination…

Whether or Not to Book an African Safari Starting in Kenya is an Increasingly Difficult Decision to Make

Kenya, in East Africa, is regarded by many travellers, including myself, as Africa's best location for safari adventures at an affordable price.  Botswana's lodges may be more…

Photo Slideshow: Green New Zealand

Tucked far down in the southwestern Pacific Ocean, with sheep outnumbering people 10 to 1, New Zealand is one of the most pristine places on earth. But though this island country is…

Travel Troubleshooter: A Not-So-Magical Disney Vacation

Troy Pelias and his extended family have a disastrous Disney vacation, featuring everything from a broken-down monorail to confusing meal plans. But his complaints are being ignored.…

Pauline Frommer's Spend Less, See More Tips for Family Travel

If you want to get the most out of your dollar and your trip, Pauline Frommer's Travel Guides are for you. I put a fresh spin on budget travel, showing you how to experience the best…

Six Weekend Road Trip Pairs

Let's be honest now: Summer is the time when we all dream of embarking on long trips to faraway locales, taking an extended leave of absence to live that dream. While work and…