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    Africa,  Kenya,  Safari,  Travel Tips,  Visa

    Do I need a Kenya Visa?

    Do you need a Kenya visa for your upcoming trip? Whether you’re going on a safari or to Giraffe Manor, it’s important to research in advance of your trip whether or not you’re required to obtain a visa. Do I need a Kenya Visa? On January 2, 2024 the government of Kenya implemented an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) system in Kenya. As of January 5, 2024, all travelers to Kenya (with limited exceptions) will be required to apply for and pay for an eTA. Kenya Entry Requirements To visit Kenya, your passport must be valid for at least six months from your date of entry and you must have at…

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    Driving on the Left: Tips and Tricks for Surviving Your First Time!

    I’ve been driving for 30 years (pauses in old person) and all of those years I’ve driven on the right side of the road. So as we planned our trip to Ireland, I was understandably nervous about driving on the left side of the road. Now that I’ve successfully navigated that nine-day trip, I’m sharing some of my best tips for driving on the left side of the road.  Talk to Yourself The biggest thing that helped me was telling myself (either aloud or in my head) “Left, left, left”. Repeatedly reminding yourself to stay left keeps you in the present moment and prevents you from slipping into old habits.…

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    The Safer Travel Packing List

    It’s a packing list with a twist! These are my favorite items that will help you travel safely, which can be particularly helpful for solo and female travelers. Hairbrush Travel Safe Nothing beats a multitasker, especially when it comes to packing light for travel and this hairbrush travel safe is always at the top of my packing list! Just ensure that you’re packing this in your carryon bag if you’re got valuables stashed in it! Hotel Door Lock This hotel door lock comes with me on every trip! It’s slim and portable and I don’t always feel the need to use it depending on where I’m staying, but when I…

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    Central America,  Overwater Bungalows,  Panama,  Travel Tips,  Visa

    Do I need a Panama Visa?

    Do you need a Panama visa for your upcoming trip? Read on to find out how to prepare for your upcoming trip to Panama. Do I need a Panama Visa? US citizens visiting Panama for tourism do not require a Panama visa for stays up to 90 days. Panama Entry Requirements To visit Panama, your passport must be valid for three months beyond the date of your arrival in Panama and you must have at least one full blank page in your passport. No Panama visa is required for tourist stays up to 90 days. How to Get to Panama Tocumen International Airport (PTY) is the main international airport in…

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    Europe,  Ireland,  Travel Tips,  Visa

    Do I need an Ireland Visa?

    Do you need an Ireland visa for your upcoming trip? Read on to find out how to prepare for your upcoming trip to Ireland. Do I need an Ireland Visa? US citizens visiting Ireland for tourism do not require an Ireland visa for stays up to 90 days. Ireland Entry Requirements To visit Ireland, your passport must be valid for the duration of your stay and you must have at least one full blank page in your passport. No Ireland visa is required for tourist stays up to 90 days but you must have proof of sufficient funds for your stay in Ireland and a return or onward airline ticket.…