UGANDA’S CAPTIAL CITY KAMPALA 5 DOS & DONTS!!

Uganda acountry found in Africa,east Africa, it’s landlocked country and it’s portrayed as the pearl of Africa “due to its Nature and Tour destinations and Kampala is it’s capital city

Am Ariel view of kampala city posted by destination Uganda

THE DON’TS

1.Carrying and using dollars

Picture of a dollar posted by REUTERS

Whereby in kampala is where people are alerted on the fake dollars since no one knows how to differentiate between the original dollar so its kept away from use and people are not willing to accept them in their store.


2.Join a riot or In the lane of the riot just ingore or reach safer places just in case of the riots spotted . because of the known cases were the protestants are treated and if your a foreign journalists coming to kampala to catch scenes of protestants just be careful when you engage in them because the security Can take you as one of them.

3.Leave the hotel premises,

where by when it’s your first time in Uganda and the city is kampala where by if your given guidelines to not leave your hotel premises the reason behind can be the responsible personel is willing and able to take care of you in the hotel premises and when u tend to go out just inform the personel.

4.self shopping in markets and streets,

view of The street of kampala posted by dreamstime.com

Currently in kampala is where street selling and buying is burned and you just have to access the legal markets or malls where by in some mall which tend to be engaged with alot of people and puzzles to find the exit once you enter and also markets where by a new person in kampala you might be manipulated to pay extra because of your color and age

5.Charity on the streets and to certain people seen by there color, age, type of car they are driving on streets this happens when your in the jam of kampala and this time is used by the street kids and other people where by they approach your car and the knock and other start wiping off dust from your mirrors,just dnt panic just keep the windows locked and the doors where the seater either back or front might possess your things and they can be snatched away in admist and it’s to not to fully give them as they might alert others and flock your car and this is overwhelming.

THE DO’S

1.Use of Tour guides and translators

Picture of tourists in kampala with aguide posted by AA safaris and tours

Where by to people who are not found of the local language or English as used in kampala it’s better to have a guide or atranslator who will interpret and translate the words of some of the interests parts you want to explore.

2.Police and security guards for help. Where by in kampala you can find the police over the streets, at stations, road sides and also security guards of companies who are there to offer some guidance in the city may be in need of the plot of the company or hotel etc just reach them.

3.Online services and delivery service where by with these are quite good in away they look at the orders in regards to your color or age aslong as you hit the ordering of the product you want and gets delivered either you pay before or after delivered this helps in the easing the work on getting somethingz you want with like shopping it’s jumia, uber and others.

4.Visa payments

where by use Visa cards to shops or apps which are allowed to cut the extra costs on your card but it’s good to use Visa since in kampala most people have visa machine s and agents are all over the city which this creates an easy way on not carrying cash if you don’t know how to give out change and also you can access you bank account if its abling Visa and mastercard.

Conclusion

Vaccinations

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ThIs is a general thing you should lookup for as the health bodies have urged the public for vaccinations so while I’m kampala you can encounter vaccined and unvaccinated so better carry too your mask and card to avoid answering questions to weather your vaccinated and different vaccines on the market and different immunities of genes, either get vaccinated in your home country and also campaigns of vaccination are in Uganda in any city.

Your Travel Guidelines to Visiting Kenya 2022

Kenyans are world-renowned for their hospitality, vibrant cultures, and safari adventures in the country’s wilderness. One of the best times to visit Kenya is from July to September, during the country’s dry season, which also coincides with the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra. The rainy seasons are also good times to travel, as there are fewer visitors and you can admire the striking emerald vegetation. As you plan your trip to this beautiful country here are a few things you need to know.

WHAT TO DO

Step 1: Book your safari tour, because everything else revolves around that. From planning the duration of your stay, how much you need to budget for activities and the people who would ideally be traveling with you. It is always good knowing the places you want to visit before hand and know the best time to visit.

Step 2: Plan for your transportation means. Kenya is quite developed as compared to other African countries therefore there are many options for moving around the country, be it via train, road, water or air. Do your research and figure out what is most convenient and most budget friendly.

Step 3: Applying for your visa for Kenya. Depending on the counrty you are coming from, It is always a good idea to apply ahead of your trip because the processing time varies. Be it that you are planning a short or long term stay, you would know which visa you would need with proper research and due diligence.

Step 4: Getting your mandatory vaccinations. A traveler’s Kenya vaccine requirements may differ depending on which areas they will be visiting. Some of the routine vaccinations needed would be Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR), Tetanus, Diphtheria & Pertussis (TDAP), Chickenpox, Pneumonia but there could be more required if you are traveling to specific locations in the country.

WHAT NOT TO DO

  1. Never refuse hospitality.In most African homes it is regarded as disrespectful to not accept food or a gift given. It is better to acept and not use it rather than not to refuse it.
  2. Do not buy items derived from endangered species. Ivory from elephant tusks, horn of a rhino or even animak hides are not sold openly but could easily land you in jail when found in possession of them. Unfortunately illegal animal hunting is a threat to Kenyan tourism and these are some of the rules put to protect it.
  3. Do not ask people’s tribe.It may be fascinating to you but could easily be misconstrued by locals as a way of defining individuals. A lot of young people would rather identify as Kenyans and only that but it’s not to say some will be happy to share the information with you.
  4. Don’t take people’s picture without their consent or next to official gvernment locations.
  5. Watch what you wear.Kenya although is slightly forward in thinking it is still equally a conservative country. Be cautious of the attire you choose to wear and stay clear of very revealing clothes because people would stare you down or be tempted to start coaxing you along the streets.
  6. Do not explore the city on your own. Your safety should be your number 1 concern,therefore travel with a friend,a guide or translator who would act as your spokesperson to help you familiarise with the area as.
  7. Do not carry valuables around or leave them around in your hotel rooms. Again your safety and security should always be your number 1 priority. Find a local bank or buy a local line such as Safaricom or Airtel that would give you access to services to MPESA and AirtelMoney. Find a safe for your belongings and people you can trust.
5 Best Places to Find Local Foods on Mauritius Island

1. Ah Kong Boulette

The ‘Boulette’ which usually comes in a bowl of 5 is simply dumplings customized in the Mauritian manner to add up to the island’s tradition. Situated in the vicinity of Black River at Petite Riviere on the western side of Mauritius is Ah Kong Boulette, known for its variety of pieces of dough. Ah Kong stands out amongst the numerous food outlets and is known for the distribution of its speciality to several restaurants.

2. Chez YOUNGO mo ti baz manzer

In the district of Flacq; the eastern part of Mauritius is found YOUNGO mo ti baz manzer, the best place for ‘mine bouilles’. This famous Mauritian boiled noodle brings ultimate joy to one’s taste buds and the finest of this dish is found at Montagne Blanche. YOUNGO brings to life a perfect ‘mine bouille’ from chassive poulet (chicken) to salmi cerf (deer salmi).

3. Al-Barakat & Bros

Mauritius Island is synonymous with ‘Dhal puri’ which is the typical Mauritian street food found on every corner of the roads around the island. The dholl puri is a soft tortilla made with yellow split peas filled with curries and chilli. Although this food has an Indian origin, it has grown immense fame in Mauritian society and is now a symbol of the island. On the central plateau; the middle point of Mauritius is found in Curepipe where Al-Barakat & Bros is situated. During the cold winter of this town, the inhabitants usually wrap themselves in the warmth of this food outlet’s popular dholl puri considered the best one in the area.

4. Pakistan Hotel

Along the busy streets of Port-Louis, the capital of Mauritius is located the famous Pakistan Hotel which is the third most reviewed restaurant in this town. This food outlet provides a variety of oily snacks: Gato Piment; Piment Farci; Chanapuri; Catless; Pudding among many others. Those snacks are mainly accompanied by Pakistan Hotel’s well-known Mauritian tea.
This spot is 100% Mauritian and is a must for anybody who
needs a break from roaming the crowded roads of the huge
town.

5. Bus Snack

The Bus Snack is the food treasure of Baie du cap; the southern part of Mauritius. This food outlet stands out because of the owner’s unique creativity in converting an old bus into the perfect seated eating house. The best thing about its location is the coastal area, the sugarcane and the sandy beaches. As for the servings, one can get any local homemade food at affordable prices.

Best Restaurants In Lavington,Nairobi,Kenya : #1 Cheka Japanese Izakaya

If you are in Nairobi then this quaint restaurant in Lavington, Nairobi is a must visit. This is the only Japanese owned Japanese restaurant in Nairobi. They offer a wide selection of aunthentic Japanese cuisines ranging from Salmon Sushi Rolls, homemade Cheka noodles, Fried Sardine, Fresh Tuna, Fresh Oysters and most importantly their imported Japanese sake that makes this place all the more special.

Chekafe Restaurant in Lavington

Its guests are blessed with the option of either outdoor or indoor sitting that are equally quite comfortable. For a chill and calming afternoon be sure to visit the venue. Directions to Chekafe

Moreso, within the same environs is Cheche Bookshop, an Independent Pan African Feminist bookshop, cafe and community event space.The word cheche is Swahili for spark It provides a safe space forward thinkers and creatives to come express themselves. Having opened in 2020, just before the Covid pandemic started, they have been host to regular art, music and film events that bring together veterans and newcomers to the creative space to one venue.

If you are looking to try out new cuisines while enjoying great food and a good book, then this is the place to go.

CULINARY TOURISM OF UGANDA🇺🇬 “THE ROLEX”
Preparing Arolex for the customer

ARolex Originating in Busoga region, Eastern part of Uganda, The Rolex was considered to be ‘poor man’s food turned out to be the mostly ordered food In day by all sorts of people. After it’s launch in 2015 it went on viral online platforms in Africa and other parts.

Arolex served

THE MAGIC OF THE ROLEX

Its only the People of Busoga region who are the best to prepare the even the locals seem to spot out the makers of Rolex to basoga’s only by hearing on his ascent and language to be Lusoga and mostly every stall in Kampala even though it’s owner is a musoga and the worker is from other tribe ,the owner has to label the stall or kiosk qoutes like “Musoga” or “from Busoga” in order to keep the norm .

The Founders of the Rolex where the chapati makers from Busoga a certain region in Uganda where by they are known for the recipe which circulated amongst the chapati makers of other tribes (sellesmen)


What came up with aRolex
As from the east of Uganda which west of Kenya, north of Tanzania south of Sudan and west of congo in aregion called BUSOGA , in which arosed miss Uganda 2015 since it was it’s cultural norm to make it known to other countries as the role of the selected miss uganda to attract or to make Uganda known in other parts so she’s started with a Rolex festival where by since then it started as an annual, became monthly and daily event one can create and which attracts many also it’s done online from every restaurants.

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A Rolex kiosk which is typically comprised of a flat, black, rounded griddle, is a viable option for many Ugandans to make money. The griddle sits above a charcoal stove—called a sigiri. Often times, the omelet may have vegetables like cabbage, carrot, onion, or tomato mixed into the egg. And finally, there’s the chapati, which mustn’t be cooked too thoroughly so that it remains soft enough to be rolled up without cracking. These Rolex stalls are popular amongst local areas for easy access, it might also be in the cafeteria of the hotel or lodge you will be staying.

Rolex kiosks in the down town of Kampala

AMAZING FACTS AROUND WHY THE ROLEX IS TOUR GEM IN UGANDA FOR ANY TOURIST

1.It Attracts Festivals which are carried out in KAMPALA and outside KAMPALA.

2.Calls for Startups Innovations & International organizations rising awareness of the Rolex from uganda

Elsie Attafuah the UNDP Resident Representative for Uganda in preparation of the rolex

3.Celebrities around the world coming to Uganda to taste the musoga Rolex recipes.

Actor Trevor Noah in the streets of Kampala on the rolex stale

4.Setting world Records

World record by the Previously the world record held the world’s biggest Chapati to be 3M in diameter, and weighed 149 kgs. Raymond Kahuma and his team worked for months on the preparation of the Guinness World record of the World’s biggest Rolex to make sure everything went smoothly on the day. Finally the Ugandan Rolex measured 2.32 meters in length and 0.66 meters at its thickest diameter.

Video of Raymond how he made biggest rolex
The mega Rolex which broke the record by Raymond

5.Stalls everywhere
For Tourists or travellers the moment you land in Uganda just right on the highway just know a Rolex stall is on your right or left side ofghe road any time day and night.

One of the Rolex stale at the festival in Kampala

CONCLUSION OF THE TRAVEL GUIDE

After this just hit the Book tab on the site to uganda.
Busoga means “Land of the Soga”
Person :Musoga
People :Basoga
Language :Lusoga

Busoga has these features which make them on the tourism map
1.Origin of a rolex
2.Longest river in tthe world Nile
3.Biggest bridge
4.Biggest forest called mabira
5.Ashes of mahatma Gandhi
6.Source of the Nile
Alots of tourists attractions staytuned on the blog for more

#Tourism #Vistuganda #TravelTube #CULINARY #Rolex

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Fascinating Reasons Why Buea Should Be Your Next Travel Destination.

Buea is a historic town that lies in the South West Région of Cameroon and the closest to the Eastern slopes of Mount Cameroon. This volanic mountain last erupted in 1999 and is well known for the annual mountain race and a suitable avenue for camping amidst being very cold. Buea is the capital of the South West Region of Cameroon. The town fondly called the town of legendary hospitality, is located in the Fako Division of Cameroon and inhabits about 350,000 people. It hosts students, youths, adults and aged people who come together for various reasons like education, leisure, shelter, and work purposes. One of the binding forces of these coalescent people is the language. The primary languages spoken are English, French, Pidgin and Mokpe specifically spoken by the indigenous Bakweri people who happen to be the chief custodians of the city.

The town is graced with beautiful restaurants, hotels, which act as pleasurable places for tourists. Buea has 2 alluring government hotels namely Parliamentarian Flat and Mountain hotel which have been beautifully architected. Other touristic arenas are; the Holy shrine, the reunification monument, the prime minister’s lodge, the grand stand and not forgetting the biggest and lone higher institution, University of Buea. This government higher institute opens its arms to over 250,000 students yearly from different regions of the country. The University of Buea employs over 50 fields of studies and has separate campuses for students in tech aswell as medical practitioners though still located in Buea. There are other private higher institutions found in this town which empower people intellectually. It is worth mentioning that there are a good number of primary, secondary and high schools which are both private and government owned.

The aforementioned beautiful sceneries will have no value if people from neighboring and distant towns don’t come for visits, tourism and pleasure. Given that the town is relatively small, traveling is easy and straight forward. At the gateways of Buea, is found the mile 17 motor park which is the final bus stop for everyone leaving Buea and coming to Buea. The park has a series of bus agencies where individuals pay bus tickets to a specific direction. We are made to understand that, some people may have pressing issues and reasons why traveling is important and cannot wait for these buses to get full before leaving so they have to resort to using clandestine drivers who are also located at the park but charge a little over the normal fare.

At the park, tickets are paid for both long distances of about 6-8 hours as well as very short distances to the nearest town of about 30 minutes. Once a bus ticket is paid, the individual goes into the vehicle to reserve a seat. Unlike the clandestine vehicles, individuals only pay their money to the driver upon arrival at the destination.

Sheda savage describes the traveling experience as one that expands the mind and fills the gap. Though plagued with the anglophone crisis, Buea is still able to give a mix of these feelings hence, travelling to Buea, the town of legendary hospitality gives a very therapeutic and rejuvenating experience.

5 Places To Visit in Nairobi, Kenya

Nairobi, derived from the Maasai phrase ‘Enkare Nyrobi’ to mean a place of cool water, is the Capital City of Kenya and one of the many cities one must visit while traveling in Kenya. Nairobi is East Africa’s hub that offers exciting activities and fun places to visit. The following sites will give you insight into Kenya and its beauty.

  1. Nairobi National Park

Nairobi National Park is considered the World’s Wildlife Capital because Nairobi is the only city in the entire world to have a national park in its environs. It’s also sometimes referred to as Kifaru Ark (Rhinoceros Sanctuary) because it is home to some of the few black rhinos left. You also get to see the Big 5 (lion, elephant, lion, leopard, and rhino) within the park. The charges for non-residents are USD 50 per person for adults and 25 USD for children and kshs. 500 for citizen.

Nairobi National Park

2. Nairobi National Museum & Snake Park

This venue offers a one-stop shop for anyone willing to learn about Kenya’s rich cultural heritage. It is a great way to spend 2 hours of your day in Nairobi. It is located at Museum Hill which is approximately a 10-minute drive from the Nairobi city center accessible both by private and public means. Admission to the venue is free but there are charges for entering the museum and the snake park that are charged separately.

3. KICC

For a 360 Bird’s view of Nairobi find your way to the KICC rooftop. The management allows access to the rooftop from 9:00 am till 8.00 pm on weekdays, and till 6.00 pm on weekends. Citizens pay Ksh 150, whilst Residents pay Ksh 200, and Foreigners pay Ksh 400. You can stay there and enjoy the view, take photos and videos as you would need to. It is located within City Square, therefore very easy to find your way to.

Kenya International Conference Centre (KICC)

4. Carnivore Restaurant

This is an open-air restaurant located within the Langata suburbs where you get to have an all-you-can-eat buffet. Lunch or dinner at Carnivore Restaurant goes for US$ 40 per person..The menu is not for the faint-hearted but rather those looking to indulge in finger-licking “Nyama Choma’. You also get to enjoy riveting entertainment from Safari Cats dancers and acrobats.

5. Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage 

This is a rescue & rehab center for orphaned elephants, open to the public for viewing mud baths & feedings. Protecting keystone species ensures a plethora of other animals and ecosystems continue to survive and, more importantly, thrive. The most fascinating thing about visiting this place is that you can also get to adopt an elephant. The minimum donation for entry is Ksh 1,500 / US$15 per person 12 years and above, and Ksh 500 / US$5 for those under 12 years of age. This is collected upon entry, in Cash, or via Mpesa, on the day of your visit.

Be it wildlife, trying out new food or meeting new people. There is so much to be explored. Karibu Kenya.

“Pearl” of Tartu (Estonia) for introverts and nature lovers🌱

Tartu is the second-largest city in Estonia, famous for its University, ranked among 3 % of the best academic units in the world, and therefore sometimes considered the “intellectual capital city”.

Tartu Main Square during Christmas
Source: Nikolay Roll

Tartu is a safe, cosy and calm city which, from first sight, looks like a big student campus, but it is way more than that. It has many museums, including the Estonian National Museum, worth visiting for its extensive collection of Estonian ethnography and folk art, a lot of small, stylish and vibing cafes, beautiful parks and impressive architecture. 

We promise you to tell more about all of it in our future posts, but today our primary focus is University Botanical Garden.

It is the oldest botanical garden in Baltics, owning more than 10 000 plant species, occupied with nice walking roads, comfy benches, alcove to play chess or other games/have a talk/hide from the weather.
It is definitely one of the places that are better once seen than 10 times read about.
So, we offering you a collection of spring pics from the Garden as a little spoiler to warm up your desire to visit.

Enjoy! 💚

The combination of the incredible beauty of the plants, large shady areas with a pleasant coolness but access to the sun, birdsong and quiet spaces make this place a natural paradise for introverts.

7 Unusual facts about Sweden

Today we would like to introduce you to the home of Karlsson and ABBA.
Sweden, with its functional, mature, and stylish solutions in everything from the architectural layout and the way of life to its passers-by( oh, those extremely thought-provoking faces😂), is
ideally in line with IKEA’s vision: “better everyday life for the many people.”
And we guarantee that every visiting tourist’s life does get better😊 for the duration of the trip to the country.


Nevertheless, even being super-good, some things may seem relatively non-standard for foreigners.

🔹Multi-level underground stations.

Each direction doesn’t have its own side on the platform but its own floor. Distracted and unsure of navigation, people can successfully get lost running around this transport “layer cake.”


🔹Stylish pensioners.

You don’t see so many well-dressed and extremely stylish men and women of age even on fashion shows.

Note: The image is illustrative. Source: pinterest.com


🔹Unstoppable traffic.

The concept of ‘traffic light’ is very vague in the local streets. They won’t give you the road. “You want to live, know how to run a good red light.” So, be cautious and note that there are several separate roads for bicycles and cars.


🔹The unusual “portioning” of products.

For example, the cheese counter consists of packs of two types: 100g ( a one-time eat option) or a kilo. You choose.


🔹Focus on vegetarians.

You can see banners with veg menus in the middle of every fast food restaurant. At McDonald’s, you don’t have to scour the burger offerings for carrot or apple wedges. At least 3 options of meat alternative-based food are offered: a tofu-cottage/fish/double cheeseburger, all with no dairy sauce. By the way, did you know that the famous “Oatly” is a Swedish company? As we said, Swedish people know how to make a meat and dairy-free diet tasty?


🔹 Dog culture.


If you don’t have a dog and live in Stockholm, there’s obviously something wrong with you. At least that’s the impression one gets. From stylish pensioners to brutal businessmen – all are running by with leashes in their hands.


Hejdå✋ (Swedish: “goodbye”)

Lake Como Italy
The beauty of Lake Como

For everyone who plan to visit Italy and Lake Como not on the list, i think you need to revise all the plan. Just to make sure you wont missed the beauty of Lake Como. 

Lake como is a city in Italy, northern Italy, 25 miles (40 km) north of Milan. So, we decided to take 1 day trip to Lake Como when we were at Milan at that time. 

The journey takes between 36 minutes and 1 hour. Bought our TRENITALIA Train ticket from the machine at Milan Central Station and don’t worry there are lots of trains heading to Lake Como.

The ticket price is 5 – 15€ for one way and children under 6 are free. Make sure you arrive at the gate 10 mins before departure, because we were but you don’t need to buy a new ticket (as long as the destination remains the same). 

We already booked a hotel for a 1 night stay and we decided to choose a nice hotel. So our choice goes to Hilton Lake Como :).

When we arrived at Como Lago station, we already checked the route and planned to walk to the hotel from the train station. 

Como Lago station

This is the main road of Lake Como and it was so beautiful and so peaceful.  PS : the road and the public transport are stroller friendly. So, if you plan to visit Lake Como with kids, then its a YES!

Lake Como in Italy

Before heading to the city we managed to check the swimming pool first, and I hope we are on the same page, because for me the view so beautiful, almost burst the tears.

Hilton Lake Como, Swimming Pool

Then, after lunch time we went out and explored the city center. We bought a bus ticket from the parking machine nearby. We don’t have any specific plan but we are looking for Mcd ( LOL) because our toddler refuse to eat at the hotel. So went to the city centre and Como’s Old Town.

Explore Como’s Old Town

The next day, after breakfast and spend time at swimming pool, we manage to walking around the city before heading back to Milan. And I decided, this is the city that i wish to visit again someday.

So, we walked from our hotel and visit Villa Olmo but did not go inside, we just enjoying the breathtaking view from the garden. Villa Olmo was acquired in 1924 by the municipality of Como and today is open to the public only during exhibitions, while the lakeside gardens are freely accessible during the daytime.

So we walk through the the lake, my heart keep beating so fast and suddenly 1 day not enough to stay here. I need 7 days stay at Como. Hope to see you again Como :).

Lake Como, Italy.