Author: Meroka Nyachieo

Ho ho ho! The festivities are here, and the spirit of sharing and caring is in the air. It’s time to bond with family and friends while reminiscing about the year and giving thanks. For many, it is a time for merry-making. One of the best ways to enjoy the holidays is taking the family on vacation, and Kenya has plenty of family-friendly hotels.  With diverse landscapes and vibrant cultures, Kenya offers something for everyone. From hotels along the pristine coastline to those in the national parks and cities, each hotel offers something for everyone. In this blog, Destinations Kenya has compiled a list of top hotels to visit during the Christmas period in Kenya, ranging in different pricing and from various towns. Let’s have a look. Emayian Luxury Camp- Haven in the Wild If you want to spend Christmas in the wild, Emayian Luxury Camp beckons as the ultimate Christmas haven. It offers an unrivaled holiday experience for families, with kid-friendly safaris and educational programs amidst the wild.  Emayian’s festive bush dinners and cultural immersions give a unique touch to holiday celebrations.  The lodge's picturesque setting amplifies the magic—a backdrop of sprawling savannahs and diverse wildlife. It's where Christmas becomes a thrilling journey, creating cherished memories amidst the untamed beauty of Maasai Mara. It blends adventure, cultural richness, and the wonders of nature into a truly magical experience for the whole family. The Sands at Chale Island- Coastal Paradise Are you dreaming of the beach this Christmas? Along the sandy beaches of Diani lies the tropical coastal paradise, The Sands of Chale Island. This luxurious beachfront resort paints a perfect Christmas escape with its powdery sands and crystal-clear waters, family-relished water sports, and themed dinners. The festive spirit comes alive with live entertainment and vibrant celebrations against the backdrop

Welcome to the evergreen, eye-catching, and lung-cleansing Kapsimotwa Gardens. The over 6-decade-old spot is nestled in the lush and serene Nandi Hills, where it sits amidst various hills, giving visitors scenic views that’ll relax any viewer and the camera. The gardens host a variety of indigenous trees, herbs, and flowers that provide greenery and beauty.  So, what can you do at Kapsimotwa Gardens? Things to Do While at Kapsimotwa Garden Kapsimotwa Gardens and its environs provide visitors with various activities and things to see. Camping Camping at Kapsimotwa Gardens offers an enchanting retreat into nature's embrace away from the hustle and bustle of town life. Amidst lush landscapes, find serene campsites perfect for stargazing and storytelling around crackling fires.  Engage in educational sessions, learning about local conservation efforts. Embrace tranquility, bond with family or friends, and create lasting memories in this serene haven where camping becomes an immersive experience in natural beauty and relaxation. You can carry your camping gear or rent one from the Gardens. Picnicking Are you looking to create bonds and have a wholesome time with your loved one? Kapsimotwa Gardens offers you a perfect setup for a picnic in the countryside. The garden offers green fields shaded by numerous trees. You can throw down a shawl and relax while enjoying the clean air with a background of chirping birds and beautiful flowers. The management of gardens allows visitors to carry food or cook it on the premises, meaning you have the meal you want. If you want to avoid the work, you can also have a meal from the onsite restaurant. Hiking Kapsimotwa Gardens is surrounded by vast tea plantations perfect for hiking in Nandi. You’ll explore various trees like bamboo, the Nandi flame, Nandi Gold, and coco palms and enjoy the majestic view of the

Kenya has a rich cultural, social, and economic history. Over the years, the government and various organisations have tried to immortalise this history. One of the most common paths they took was erecting monuments. Historical monuments in Kenya serve as a way to remember and appreciate past events and great individuals. Each monument has a story behind it and will take you back into the past. If you are eager to know and visit the monuments in Kenya, this blog is for you. We’ll look at the Top 7 famous monuments in Nairobi, detailing where they are found and what they mean. Let’s get started! Naked Boy of Justice Naked Boy of Justice goes by various names and has a fascinating history. It was created in honour of a colonial-era lawyer, Alexander George Hamilton, who died in 1937. It was commissioned by the wife, and it stands outside the Kenya Supreme Court, portraying the naked, slipper, and fearless nature of justice. The monument in Nairobi was initially called the Hamilton Fountain and is also called Otieno, a male name from the Fishing community of Luos. The first monument got lost at sea, and another was stolen. Tom Mboya Zero to very few Nairobians can claim not to know the Tom Mboya statue along Moi Avenue. It is one of the most known landmarks in the city, with many people using it as a point of meeting or reference. The monument, unveiled in 2011, is the statue of former Kenyan Minister Tom Mboya. He was murdered under unclear circumstances in 1969, and the statue stands around 20 metres from where he was shot. Mau Mau Monument The fight for independence from the British colonisers is central to Kenya’s history. This was a time of turmoil where the indigenous Kenyans faced a