UP AND AWAY

Get yourself up and away with balloon rides. A balloon ride allows you to see half of what would otherwise take you hours to see in a short span of time.

The balloon can carry up to 8 passengers and if the wind allows you get to ascend to as high as 4,000 meters. This allows you to see spectacular views that you would otherwise not see on a regular ride.

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HOW LUYANZI TOURS HONEYMOON REGISTRY WORKS

1.          Sign up with us on our web page clearly indicating that you would like to set up a honeymoon registry
2.           Add items from our list of travel services
3.           We shall help you let your friends and family know about your registry, use our tools, photo album, email announcement and announcement cards
4.        Purchases are made from your specific honeymoon registry. Guests have the convenience to choose and buy the gift for you via a convenient mode of payment for them to give you "part" of your honeymoon. They can call, mail, or fax in their order too. Instead of a toaster oven, glasses or electric kettle which you already have, they can give you a romantic dinner on the beach. 
5.      Collect your gifts and schedule according to the way you have set up your registry account. The gifts normally collected as booked vouchers for your holiday. You are on your way to the honeymoon of your dreams!      

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WHY CHOOSE LUYANZI TOURS HONEYMOON REGISTRY?

We realize you have choices when looking for a registry and want to protect the best interest of your friends and family. This is why we are the only trusted honeymoon registry that will help you achieve the honeymoon of your dreams

Make this easy and fun for your family and friends - We have nice people here providing customer service to assist you & your guests through our telephone number and our email address.

Go First Class for your honeymoon - We are the #1 honeymoon registry site for a reason. You'll be proud to show your guests this stunning site and quickly see why over 5,000 Kenyan couples have chosen our gift registry.

Get started now - We do not charge a set up fee.

Get your gifts on your schedule not ours - Collect your gifts as many times as you'd like with no extra fees.

Free tools - We can set you up with a blog if you would like to post pictures and tell your friends about your honeymoon, email wizard, photo album to share and print photos with your guests and a Facebook and Twitter uploader.

We have manners - We give you an online "Thank You" tracker so you don't forget to write thank you cards to anyone.

We want to tell everyone - We provide downloadable announcement cards to help you spread the word about your honeymoon registry.

Spam Free Zone - We will keep both your information and that of your guests private so neither party will be bombarded with advertising emails.

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YOU’RE ROAD TRIP CHECKLIST

Planning can go a long way in making you reach your destination safely

Preparation

Vehicle check up

Go to a professional mechanic or car dealer. Never take short cuts when rectifying car problems. Ask your mechanic to change the brake fluid, working conditions of the lights ad top up on the engine oil, power steering and transmission fluids not to forget the windshield washer. Remember to check the wheels and alignment.

Rescue Service

It is important to become a member of a car rescue service. Their services will come a long way in getting you in tow between one town and the next rather than leave you stranded.

Fill up: Ensure your fuel gauge is working and make sure you fill up your tank before you leave 

Essentials

Spare tyre: Have your spare tyre checked thoroughly during your garage visit

Reflective triangles: It’s recommended that every vehicle must have a reflective triangle. These should be placed at least 50m away from your stationary car- at the front and at the back to alert on coming vehicles to slow down.

Fire extinguisher: This is very important to have one especially in the event you happen to get an engine fire or someone else happens to have a fire accident on the road you may end up being their life saver.

Tool kit: In this kit should have a complete set for tyre change in the event you get a flat tyre, your tool kit should also include jumper cables, a tow rope and spare light bulbs

First aid kit: Have a fully stocked first aid kit with anti diarrhea, fever tablets, pain killers and bandages 

Extras

Maps and GPS: If you are going to a new destination, a map will come in handy and will be a very important companion during your trip. Find the most current and relevant maps at your local bookshops.

For those who are not technically challenged, there are a couple of global positioning devices that will aid you in finding your way. 

Spades and Shovels: These come in handy if your car gets stuck in mud or in sand.

Keep extra engine oil in the boot

Have a torch in hand, it helps you to see whats wrong with your car and can be used to warn other drivers or attract attention if in trouble

Water: keeps you hydrated and help the radiator cool down when it overheats.

Blankets to keep you warm if you are travelling to a cold area or during the cold season. Blankets also help when you want to check under your car

Never leave home without your mobile phone

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NAIROBI’S PICNIC SPOTS

August 7^th Memorial Park

Located at the former American Embassy, the park exists for both historical and educational reasons. The visitors’ center has information about the deadly bomb blast that happened on August 7^th 1998. This is a beautiful setting for small groups that want to meet; in addition it also offers conference facilities

      Opening Hours: 8.30 am- 6pm

      Entrance fees: Ksh.20 Educational tours Ksh. 200

      Location: Haile Selassie Avenue

City Park

City Park is located in the Parklands area of Nairobi and is home to the Sykes Monkeys. The friends of City Park have worked hard to restore it. There is a small cemetery at the corner of the park where two famous Kenyans have been buried: Pio Gama Pinto a journalist and politician and Kenya’s second vice president Joseph Murumbi and his wife are buried here.

Opening times: 6am-6pm

Fees: Entrance free

Location: Parklands opposite Aga Khan Primary School, Limuru 

Nairobi Arboretum

Established in 1907 the place is a peaceful haven away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The area has grown to include a diverse range of trees, indigenous exotic plants and birds. The trees provide much needed shade that is perfect for picnics. You have an opportunity to learn more about the trees here every last Monday and 2^nd Saturday of the month. Nature Kenya also arranges for bird watching.

Opening times: 6am-6pm daily

Arboretum offices: 8.30am-4.30pm, Saturdays 9.30am- 1pm, Sundays closed

Fees: Entrance free

Corporate event hire: Ksh. 50,000

Wedding Hire: Ksh. 30,000

Location: State House Road

Central Park

The central park is easily identifiable by the Nyayo Monument. The park attracts those who want to relax and unwind

Opening times: 6am- 6pm

Fees: entrance free

Location: Uhuru Highway

Ngong Hills

The Ngong Hills have a beautiful view overlooking the great Rift Valley. The hills have 4 main suits that sand out the horizon like knuckles. This is a great place for picnics and training for mountain climbing. You have the opportunity get a guided walk by KWS at the entrance for Ksh 1500 for 4 hours

Opening hours: 8.30am-6pm

Fees: Entrance free

Location: Ngong      

Nairobi National Park

This gives Nairobi the distinctiveness of being the only Metropolitan City in the world with a National Park. You have the chance to see 4 of the big five here. Located 15 minutes from the city center, the park is the place to unwind over sundowners. There are a number of areas where one can relax and unwind within the park.  The Impala point 5km from the entrance has a gazebo that overlooks the park and has fantastic views of the sunset.

The Kingfisher is also another fantastic location within the park with grilling facilities for barbecues, other spots include; The Ivory Burning site and Baboon cliff. One needs to be careful at the Baboon cliff as Baboons come in large numbers and tend to snatch food from people.

There is the option of the Nairobi Safari Walk, get a chance to learn about the animal species and plants that live here. One can then settle down and have a meal at the restaurant or have a picnic.

Opening times: Park 8am-6.30pm daily and restaurant 8.30am-5.30pm

Fees: National Park Adults Ksh.200, children Ksh.100

Location: Langata Road

Jeevanjee Gardens

A bazaar used to be located at the current Jevanjee Gardens. The bazaar burnt down and one of Nairobi’s first business men AM Jevanjee donated the place. A major landmark a statue of Queen Victoria was unveiled here in 1906. This area is famous for those who want to air their religious, political and social views.

Opening Hours: 6am-6pm daily

Fees: Entrance free

Location: Moi Avenue

Giraffe Center

This is a place to enjoy a kiss from the resident Giraffes in addition a 1km nature trail. There are 178 bird species and clearly labeled trees line up the trail.  You have the option of having a meal at the tea house or have a picnic halfway along the trail.

Opening hours: 9.30am-5.30pm

Fees: Residents Ksh. 100 children ksh. 20 non residents Ksh. 700 children: Ksh.250

Location: Langata

Uhuru Park

This is the highlight of most family weekend outings. It crowns itself with a manmade lake where people can have boat rides. Young visitors enjoy the open space in the park and it is centrally located within the city.

Opening hours: 6am-6pm daily

Entrance: Free

Location: Uhuru Highway

Uhuru Gardens

These gardens are a memorial to Kenya’s struggle for independence. There is plenty of space for families and picnickers. Informal football games are popular here, in addition camel rides and face paintings for children are also on offer. Visitors can have picnics, barbecues. There is a snack shop at the entrance although most people prefer to come with their own food.

Opening hours: 9am- 8pm daily

Fees: Cars Ksh.100 pedestrians free

Location: Langata Road 

KASUBI TOMBS

The tombs have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001. It is a 10minutes drive from Kampala and a perfect location to take a day trip to. A walk towards the tombs takes an hour. The entrance fees include a guide.

Female visitors at the tombs are required to carry a lesso/Khanga for covering up if you are wearing trousers or shorts. This shows a sign of respect, in addition hats should also be taken off at the entrance to the main structure.

The guides normally ask for voluntary donation while inside the tomb, so visitors need to carry extra cash. Artifacts, souvenirs and literature on the Buganda Kingdom are sold at the entrance.

Entry fees:

Ugandan citizens- Ush 1000

East African residents- Ush 5000

Getting here

If you are driving, the tombs are located on the Kasumbi Hill which is 5km from the Kampala City centre along the Kampala Hoima Road. Taxis are available from the taxi park in down town Kampala a ride costs Ush. 1000 or hire a boda boda for a negotiable fee of Ush. 3000
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GETAWAY TO DAKAR

There are good wave catching beaches to be found in Dakar. The Senegalese coast has become a popular destination for international visitors. Ever thought of taking a romantic holiday here? You may want to consider doing so. Saly is a little resort town an hour from the capital city Dakar. Saly offers many swim friendly sandy white beaches.

There is a lot to do including deep sea fishing which is a popular activity among holiday goers. If this is not your thing you may opt to rent a jet ski or a kayak for on the water entertainment.

Another interesting escape is Saint Louis which is about 4hours drive from Dakar.

The best times to visit Senegal is December to February which has pleasant temperatures avoid the hot and rainy seasons from June to October. The national language is French and Wolof a local dialect. Knowing at least basic French is important in finding your way around, ordering food and buying souvenirs. Carry anti malarial medication before and during your visit.  Buy only bottled water from restaurants.