British Museum (Great Russell Street, London) – this famed museum exhibits include the works of man from prehistoric to modern times from around the world (such as the Parthenon sculptures, the Rosetta Stone, Ancient Egyptian mummies, as well as Viking and ancient Colombian artifacts, Japanese art, and other renowned exhibits). Admission: free (visitors are free […]
Fortress Hohensalzburg (Salzburg, Austria) – Fortress Hohensalzburg is a real eye-catcher, high above the Baroque towers of the city. Ths castle remains a visible landmark to this day, and is an unmistakable feature of Salzburg’s world famous skyline. From afar, the mighty walls begin to reveal the history visitors experience first hand. Admission: €16.30 […]
Watamu Marine National Park – located 90 miles north of Mombasa (along the Kenya’s north coast), this park is part of a complex of marine and tidal habitats with rich and diverse bird life, fish, turtles and dugongs. With a species list almost as big as the Great Barrier Reef, Watamu National Park is home […]
Tsavo National Park – located in the country’s Coast province (between Nairobi and Mombasa, Tsavo is actually made up of two separate parks: Tsavo East National Park and Tsavo West National Park. Tsavo East’s features: generally flat terrain, with dry plains across which the Galana River flows. Other features include the Yatta Plateau and Lugard […]
The Village Market (Limuri Road, Gigiri district, Nairobi) – in existence since 1995, this shopping center (located in the upscale surburb of Gigiri) has over 150 retailers. This complex, which resembles an open air African market (including backdrops like waterfalls, rivers, plants and gardens), is better-known for the upscale food shopping that’s provided here (in […]
Sarit Centre (Lower Kabete Road, Westlands) – this is reputed to be Nairobi’s first shopping mall (opening in 1983). It’s currently a six-level shopping center with 70 mostly local & regional stores (along with a Woolworth’s), a Fox Cineplex, and other amenities.
Galleria Mall (Langata Road, Nairobi) – this shopping center has various local and regional retailers, along with a food court (including a KFC eatery), services (such as banks and cell phone providers), and children’s play areas. Like other malls, this one holds a variety of promotional events & concerts as well.
City Mall Nyali (near Guptas Complex, Nyali, Malindi Road, Mombasa) – once known as The Nyali Mall, this is Mombasa’s first modern shopping center. Over 62 retailers are located here (including some international ones like Woolworth’s, Converse, and Levi’s), along with various mall amenities (food courts, entertainment, etc.).
Capital Centre (Mombasa Road, Nairobi) – this is one of Nairobi’s major shopping malls. Over 60 retailers are found here (mostly local & regional stores). Services offered at the shopping mall include a mega-Uchumi supermarket, pharmacy, forex bureau, jewellery, perfumes, cosmetics, household appliances, home decor, computer hardware, optical centre, beauty salon, cinemas, casino, pubs, courier […]
The Exchange Bar (Sarova Stanley Hotel, Kenyatta Avenue & Kimathi Street, Nairobi) – located within one of Nairobi’s prominent hotels, The Exchange Bar retains the feel of a traditional English Gentleman’s club with its décor, while exuding a casual elegance and warm atmosphere that provides a lively meeting place for people from all walks of […]