• You find vacationing a chore because you've been to all the world's popular spots over and over and;
• You're looking for a fresh and exotic destination to inject some much-needed oomph into your next holiday.

Because it offers an excitingly diverse holiday experience, Kenya has, I think aptly, been described as "the jewel of East Africa."

Picture this ...

• Pristine game parks teeming with the "big five" (lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo) and other innumerable wildlife
• Hundreds of miles of dazzling white beaches fringed by elegant coconut palms
• Calm turquoise ocean waters swarming with a kaleidoscope of sealife
• Breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains (in the tropics!) and;
• An up-close encounter with the world-famous Maasai warriors (whose simple lifestyle, colorful dress and reverence for cattle provide an inimitable cultural experience) ...

All in one country!

Kenya offers you all the above (and more!) together with a unique name for your holiday; a SAFARI!

In this website, I offer you a lighthearted but comprehensive travel guide to the country I've called home for the last decade – the nitty-gritty of:

• Why Kenya is the best destination for those seeking unusual getaways or vacations in Africa (or both) and why a safari here promises to be the holiday of a lifetime

• The leading holiday destinations here such as the world renowned game parks (does "Maasai Mara" ring a bell?) and the powdery private beaches of Mombasa, Lamu and Malindi

• The "must-dos" at each of these destinations – game drives, game park guided walks and horse rides (which are obviously not for the faint-hearted!), picnicking in the wild, snorkeling, scuba diving, deep sea fishing and mountain climbing
• Accommodations – luxury and cheap hotels as well as beach cottages, villas and apartments
• What to bring. Hey, relax! As the weather here isn't very temperamental, a quilted down-filled jacket wont feature on your packing list
• Where to eat when you want to grab a quick bite or tuck into delicious sizzlers at restaurants which boast global rave reviews
• Where to buy souvenirs that will make your family and friends turn green with envy
• When to travel here and how to get to this tropical paradise - including where to find cheap flights
• How to get around and where to get the best deals on car rentals
• How to quickly grasp basic Kiswahili
• What sectors to explore if you are keen on investing in Africa

So, pour yourself a cup of coffee. Sit back. Relax. My name is Mon and I am taking you on a virtual Kenya Safari and will sprinkle in tips on how to make your vacation here extraordinary...