Kenya has for many years attracted huge numbers of safari enthusiasts from all over the world. The East African country boasts about 60 national parks and reserves – which host over 4 million wild animals. These animal sanctuaries offer game adventure seekers countless opportunities to enjoy incredible game drives within spectacular landscapes.
The Maasai Mara National Park is easily the most famous safari park in Kenya. Situated some 260 km from Nairobi, the capital city, Maasai Mara is renowned as the center stage for the Great Wildebeest Migration – an annual event that sees more than 2 million wildebeests, Thompson’s gazelles and zebras moving into the Maasai Mara from Serengeti National Park in search of greener grasses. The great migration takes place from July to October and the reverse happens in November with the promise of foliage in the Serengeti. From the city of Nairobi, Maasai Mara is reached via a 5 hour road journey or a 45 minutes flight – with Wilson Airport operating scheduled flights to the park.
The Tsavo National Park, located some 300km from Nairobi, is also a popular Kenya safari destination. The park that is renowned for its huge population of lions ( ‘man-eaters of Tsavo’) is divided into two: the Tsavo East and the Tsavo West . Tsavo West borders the south Serengeti plains in Tanzania and is home a wide range of animals as altitude levels are conducive. Both nation parks are separated by the Mombasa-Nairobi highway and they form one of the …
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The Algarve, located on the southern edge of Portugal, is a wonderful vacation destination. There is everything from sandy beaches to hopping nightclubs to be found there. Understanding its place as a popular tourist destination, the Algarve has built up a strong foundation of activities that will appeal to all walks of life. There are several things you can expect from a visit to the Algarve, Portugal.
Enjoying a place on the southern section of Portugal, the Algarve plays host to dazzling, sunny beaches and a warm, relaxing climate. The beaches are the perfect locale on which to place the beach blanket and soak up the rays or dive into the Atlantic Ocean. Adding to the aesthetic beauty of the area are rocky cliffs that jut into the beaches, creating grottoes with some of the bluest water seen on the planet. Numerous historical fishing villages dot the coast and offer guided tours of the towns. They offer a glimpse of the history and tradition of the Algarve.
Nearly 20 golf courses lie in the Algarve, awaiting their next challenger. Many have blended the orange groves, waterfronts, and other natural features of the Algarve landscape with rigorous designs in order to test the skills of those who travel down the fairways. Oceanico Faldo is a course that Nick Faldo, winner of three Masters and three Open Championships, has designed and attached his name to. Be sure, however, to let your score become secondary to lush views, mighty cliffs, and sparkling water …
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Normally associated with its beach and vibrant night life, Brighton has a cultural face that is hard to ignore. Culture vultures will find more than enough to keep them occupied on a visit to one of Britain’s culture capitals.
The royal patronage of the Prince Regent helped establish Brighton’s reputation for stunning architecture. He was the inspiration for John Nash’s wonderfully eccentric design of the Royal Pavilion and a stroll down many of the city’s streets and terraces reveal Regency designs. Brunswick Town and Kemp Town are inspired by Bath and London and when the Prince reigned Brighton was a royal court second only to London. When Queen Victoria started her reign, the architecture in Brighton changed and Victorian churches sprang up along with formidable sea front hotels.
More than fifty festivals take place each year in Brighton, including May’s Brighton Festival which is the largest arts festival in England. For 44 years, Brighton has led the way with amazing line-ups and productions. 2010 saw Brian Eno at the helm as Guest Artistic Director and his 77 Million Paintings exhibition broke all previous attendance records. Also in May is the Brighton Festival Fringe with art, cabaret, music, comedy and film events. Artists’ work is showcased in The Great Escape and Artist’s Open Houses.
With far more museums than should be possible for its size, there is a collection in Brighton for everyone. Photography lovers are delighted by the North Laine Photography Gallery and nature lovers flock to The Booth Museum …
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