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Vaccines for Africa – What I Got Before My Trip
Today we’re talking about vaccines for Africa, specifically what I got for my trip to Kenya and Tanzania. I am not a medical professional and this is not medical advice, this is simply what I did for my trip. Before we start, if you’re looking to get into a debate about the efficacy of vaccines, please take it elsewhere. This is simply me sharing which vaccines I chose to get for my trip and how I obtained them and saved a little money doing so. When it comes to travel vaccines, my first stop for information is the CDC. I looked up the Tanzania vaccine guidelines and the Kenya vaccine…
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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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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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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.…
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3 Things to Know Before Going to Hawaii
From local lore to etiquette, here are 3 things to know before going to Hawaii. When planning a trip, it’s important to know more than just logistics and things you’re going to do while you’re away. Don’t Take the Rocks Lava rocks are unique and you might be tempted to take one home as a keepsake from your travels, but don’t! For starters, it’s illegal to remove lava rocks from Hawaii. But beyond that, it’s just plain bad luck! Taking lava rocks from the islands is said to bring bad luck to the thief, something known as Pele’s Curse. According to Hawaiian legend, Pele, the goddess of volcanoes and fire,…
