Archive for January, 2010
How To Climb Mount Kenya With Relative Ease
Being the second highest mountain in Africa Mt Kenya stands tall at a whooping 5199m above sea level with the peak Situated 16km south of the equator. This mountain which gives the country its name has deep religious and freedom struggle significance. It is within the Mt Kenya National Park and is among the most beautiful landscapes in the entire Africa. With three outstanding peaks i.e. the Batian the Nelion and the Lenana providing the perfect backdrop for a fun and adventurous Kenyan mountain vacation. Visitors can go camping in the vast wilderness surrounding Mt Kenya stay in historic hotels not unlike the dwellings of the area’s early settlers or stay in a modern state of the art resorts and Lodges Like The Ark Nyeri Treetops and the Mountain Lodge.
The Batian and Nelion are the lowest of the three peaks but Surprisingly can only be reached by skilled mountain climbers. Lenana although the highest peak can be reached by the normal trekking group though reaching the top could be more challenging than you ever thought of but with a good guide reaching the peak can become a reality. The glaciers surrounding the mountain the mist and the snow covering the top of the mountain yields numerous number of streams down to the base of the mountain. For those who plan to climb the mountain leisurely you may need four to seven days. Its advisable to carry a tour guide and a porter both of which can be arranged by the Shelter car hire tours Personnel in Nairobi.
There are a variety of trailed routes to the top of mt Kenya. Visitors wishing to Climbing Mount Kenya can use one of these routes each of which has its own features and characteristics. Each route will exhibit different topography flora and fauna. These routes are the Sirimon route the Picnic Naro Moro route the Burguret route the Timau route and the Chogoria route which meet at Minto’s hut at 4300m above sea level and overlooking Lake Michaelson. Each entry point to Climbing Mount Kenya is Conveniently dotted with a variety of resorts and camping sites.
It would be important to note that Climbing Mount Kenya can be done with relative ease. Within a Short while you will have risen wore meters above sea level than is medically advisable. The Sudden Loss of Oxygen could be disastrous for the less skilled trekkers who could result to headaches and vomiting and could eventually lead to death if not monitored. Many have died climbing Mount Kenya. My Advise is Take it with ease. Do it for four to seven days but you have to strike a balance between your health and the cold temperatures which have a habit of hitting 10 degrees celcius the rain and the cold winds.
The weather is very harsh in the Mount Kenya region especially during the period from March to August. I would definitely not advise you to climbing Mount Kenya during these periods. But if you do carry a good sleeping bag very warm clothing good quality boots headgear and gloves. Make sure all your clothing is waterproof since this region rains every other day and sometimes heavily.
A Mt Kenya mountain vacation is a great idea for a group or as a romantic getaway. Its also a great idea for anyone looking to escape the stressful fast pace of city life. The beautiful scenery and fascinating wildlife attractions will please anyone.
About the writer: James G. Kamweru is a tour operator and has been organizing and reporting on Vacation Travel and Tours for years. For More Information Visit his site at Mount Kenya
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Hotels In Hawaii Solution Provider For Pets Owner
If you are planning to go on vacation with your family and worried about the special member of your family that how can you go without him then here is the solution of the problem.
Hawaii is the best place for spending your time and enjoys your best period there. Hotels in Hawaii is famous for its hospitality one of the special reasons is that staff in hotel not only treat people in a good manner but also they treat their pets in good manner too.
For years visitors who wanted to bring their pets to Hawaii faced fourmonth quarantine for the animals and they had to pay for it. But the rules changed in 2003 making it easier to avoid quarantine as long as other requirements are met to ensure that the animals are free of rabies.
As a result pets arrival to the islands have increased and now its near about 30 percent in three years.
The services of hotels in Hawaii are geared to dogowners are great for visitors from out of state but they also benefit locals who want to vacation with their dogs in Hawaii or who want to take their pets back and forth to the mainland.
“It’s always been a hassle when we want a nice weekend away and need to find a doggiesitter” said Wilson a government worker “He’s like our child and we always want to bring him.”
Nearly 9000 dogs and cats arrived in hotels in Hawaii last fiscal year up from about 7650 in 2005 and just over 6800 in 2004 according to the state Department of Agriculture. Already more than 5600 have come to the islands in the first seven months of this fiscal year while just 311 went through the 120day quarantine.
Hotels in Hawaii are also famous because of its festivals. There are 2 things which are very popular in Hawaii i.e. its hotels in Hawaii and festivals in Hawaii. The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival is Hawaii’s oldest festival held over a twoweek period. The festival is held in KailuaKona during early November. The Kona Coffee Cultural Festival is recognized as the oldest and most successful product festival in Hawaii and is the only coffee festival in the United States. This 10day festival is filled with more than 30 community events honor the multiethnic heritage of Kona coffee pioneers and their gourmet brews.
The hotels in Hawaii offer great family dining at Chilies and the best of both worlds; the Waikiki beach atmosphere a block away and the city ambience. From getting country dance lessons to hanging out at the poolside bar this place spells vacation getaway. Grab a margarita and make your way outdoors to a vibrant poolside lounge where you can meet other guests and bask in the Hawaiian sun. Well fitted with pharmacy and photo amenities with plenty of dining options you wont have to scout around Waikiki for a place to dine or run errands. But if you do head out youre on a great metro street host to a whole range of bustling beachlife restaurants and pubs. For staying in cook up some eats in your very own kitchen and relax taking in the full views of your centrally located room.
About the writer: Pallavi is an executive of Wensil i technologies.
Hong Kong Budget Accommodation: Nice And Cheap Places To Stay
1 Dragon Hostel
Located in the heart of bustling Mongkok a stone’s throw away from the MTR Station Ladies market Langham place and other shopping food and entertainment centers this popular guesthouse is a favorite among backpackers and lowbudget travelers.
Amenities include: aircon rooms TV free local phone free internet access clean linen amp; towels storage place assistance with travel arrangements and China visas laundry and dry cleaning tea amp; coffee making facilities and 24 hour reception desk.
The rate for a doubleroom with ensuite shower is around HK 250 380 per room per night depends on season.
There are also dorm beds available at a family room of four beds with shower: The rate is around HK 100 115 per person per night.
2 The Salisbury YMCA
With its million dollars location at the tip of Tsim sha Tsui next to the legendary Peninsula and its excellent variety of facilities and amenities The Salisbury YMCA possibly provides the best valueformoney accommodation you can find in Hong Kong.
There are seven clean and comfortable dormitory rooms at the Salisbury each with only four beds and although the price they ask for is far higher than what you’ll pay in an ordinary guesthouse it still gives very good ‘bang for the buck’
Facilities include a great indoors swimming pool Jacuzzi and Sauna Well equipped gym Squash courts sport facilities and more…
HK 240 per bed per night 10 service charge
3 Star Guest House
Located on busy Cameron Road right in the heart of hectic Tsim sha Tsui the good old Star Guest House provides a decent alternative to Chunking Mansion and its congested guesthouses…
Owned and managed by Charlie Chan a friendly “Mr. fix it all” the guesthouse provides clean and comfortable rooms with air condition ensuite toilet/bath TV free internet connection in the larger rooms phone and clean bed linen and towels.
Prices: From HK 300 per room per night shared bathroom to HK 500 per room per night large room with ensuite bath
4 Hong Kong Sealand Guest House
This popular guest house provides a fairly good alternative to Chunking and Mirador at a fair price.
Rooms are reasonably decked out and clean with free internetwireless connection TV phone ensuite bathroom aircondition and clean towels and bed linen… Shampoo tooth brush amp; hair dryer are also available in the room.
In terms of location the guesthouse enjoys an ideal position near the corner of Nathan Road and Cameron in Tsim sha Tsui… right in the heart of everything.
Double room with shared bathroom goes for around HK 320 per room per night while an ensuite double bedroom goes for something like HK 350 400
5 Alisan Guest House
This popular twenty years old guest house provides clean and comfortable rooms at a reasonable price right in the middle of trendy Causeway Bay.
The airconditioned rooms are all clean and tidy with ensuite toilet/shower TV free internet connection phone free calls within Hong Kong clean bed linen and towels and shared refrigerator microwave and kettle… Otherwise the staff are nice and speak reasonable English which is another good thing.
Location wise Alisan is right in the middle of things: A minute’s walk from World Trade Centre Causeway Bay’s MTR station and the leading shopping malls…
Prices are quite sensible for this class of guesthouse: HK 400450 per double room per night.
And here is one last tip before signing off on this article :
Many hostels and guesthouses around Tsim sha Tsui are touted quite vigorously. Touts who work for these places will tell you whatever you want to hear and willtryto convince you they actuallywork for the same hostel you are looking for…
Remember: areputable establishment doesn’tneed to be touted… so think twice before you follow these fellows and make sure the name and the address of the place they take you to are identical to the ones of the place you initially planned to go to including floor number and so on…
There’s absolutely no reason for you to be disappointed !
About the writer:nbsp;nbsp;For more information about Hong Kong including hotel details some great day trip ideas a comprehensive Restaurant Nightlife Guide shopping tips and suggested citywalks: visit Metropolasia Hong Kong’s online travel guide where all the information you need is compiled in one easytouse website.Roni Shwartz is a certified travel consultant and an expert on Hong Kong and Macau. He writes for Metropolasia