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EAST AFRICAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS.EAST AFRICAN COUNTRIES ARE TANZANIA,KENYA,UGANDA,RWANDA AND BURUNDI.

International Airports in these countries are Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) Nairobi, Entebbe, Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO),Kigali.

The flight ticket fare differs between Airports. Example flight from USA,Canada Or Europe to JKIA is much cheaper than fare in JRO.

Reasons are high landing fee in JRO, high fuel prices, lack of modern communication facilities and general management plans related to investor.

Airlines landing at Jommo Kenyatta International Airport, JKIA offers cheap flight tickets, because JKIA offers competitive attractive incentives to Airlines like low landing fees,cheap jet fuels, modern communications and other attributes.

There are benefits to Kenya Government economically,like more publicity of Kenya Tourist destinations, More airlines land at JKIA, Kenyan people can afford to travel abroad to market and export agriculture products or tourism and at large you find Kenya Government earn more through tourism.

Many airlines land at JKIA, Nairobi and there are competitive airlines tickets, as a result many tourists look for cheap tickets.

It is obvious that many Tourists wishing to visit Tanzania, must first pass to Kenya. hence kenya earn also on VISA fees. Look, at Namanga Border there are several Bus Shuttles which travels between Nairobi to Arusha for transfering the tourists.

Due to weakness of Kilimanjaro Airport,JRO and Kenyan Government take advantage and have planned to build Taveta International Airport near Holili Border to Tanzania. This means all Tourists who wish to visit Northern Tanzania Game parks like Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Mount kilimanjaro and Kenya tsavo park would prefer to Land at taveta international airport. From taveta international Airport to Moshi is about 50 kms only to Moshi town or 120 kms to Arusha. This is easier for Tourists than 400kms from Nairobi to Arusha.

So Kenyan Government will get more tourism potential and economic growth. More badly to Tanzania is Kilimanjaro International Airport, JRO to colapse.

Advise to Tanzania Government: Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Transport to Dialogue with KADCO - Kilimanjaro Airports Development Company and establish incentive Bonus to attract more international airlines. Make reduce landing fees, Fuel tax to be reduced and hence lower Jet fuel. Improve Airline control facilities, train man power and do marketing of the Airport.

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When planning to visit Tanzania for vacation holidays, you must fly to Tanzania.

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When flying to Tanzania, then your destination airport for landing is either Kilimanjaro JRO for northern circuit, dar es salaam for southern circuit or zanzibar for beach holidays. Sometimes tourists lands to Nairobi Airport in kenya and connect to Arusha Tanzania by Bus Shuttles as they get much cheaper flights.

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Comparing kilimanjaro climbing prices, wildlife safari tours and evaluating quality services. Travel Consultancy in Tanzania will help you, know better all companies in Tanzania.

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Accommodation in Tanzania.

Accommodation in Tanzania varies from Hostels, Campsites, Hotels and Safari Lodges. There are cheap hotels, cheap lodges which meets most budget travelers. There are several levels or standards of Tourist lodges, hostels,hotels and camp grounds.

Budget of tourist matters, how ever quality of accommodation, security of tourists and comfort are important. Most tourist attractions have tourist facilities like Hotels, Hotels and lodges.

In Rombo District there are several tourist hotels like Bellaview Lodge, in Marangu there are babylon lodge, Nakara Hotels, Capricon Hotels e.t.c All these tourist hotels are located at base of mount Kilimanjaro. they are used as a base of arranging climbing kilimanjaro, natural attractions like waterfalls and volcanic lakes like Challa.

also in Moshi town, there are many tourist hotels. This is large tourist hotels and with 2 to 5* levels.Moshi is largest base for kilimanjaro climbing, wildlife safaris centre, and tourists can book climbing kilimanjaro or tanzania safaris. Climbing mount kilimanjaro is in all routes like machame, rongai,lemosho,umbwe and marangu. African safaris to northern park safaris are serengeti,ngorongoro e.t.c

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An Incurable Bug

Last May over lunch in a busy Atlanta diner, the couple next to us made a startling confession. It'd been eight years since Rev. Brown and his wife had vacationed more than a long weekend. "The economy's in a slump, and we're really busy at the church," he sighed. In our country of chronic workaholics, the Browns certainly weren't alone. "One day...."

Can't remember the last time you enjoyed a real vacation? When did you sneak away for more than a couple days, without even calling into work or checking your emails? Maybe you've seen the figures. A recent study by Expedia.com found that almost 33% of Americans routinely forfeit part of their hard-earned vacation time. As a matter of fact, the U.S. has the highest lost vacation rate of any industrialized western nation.

Some of our fellow citizens are forgoing vacations altogether. Sobering too is proof that European medieval peasants took off more time than today's average working American! Sadly, the U.S.A. has not joined the list of countries mandating vacation time for the nation's work force. We need to fess up. America's national vacation deprivation syndrome is out of control. Our top mission in the new year? To encourage our overworked compatriots to catch a serious case of the travel bug.

No more excuses. Go away in 2011! A vacation is actually good for your health. Eye-popping travel deals abound and are yours to snag. Do it! Mark your calendar right away. Remind yourself you really deserve an escape. From now on, make your vacation a priority every year. While you're at it, plan to stay away at least one week. Really unplug. You'll come home a changed, rejuvenated person.

On his first getaway since 2003, Jack the attorney did. As we cycled along Dutch tulip fields at their glorious peak, he stopped to savor the rainbow of colors. Then he choked up. That afternoon he vowed never to lose vacation days again. When Jack returned to his practice, he emailed us that he had never felt more focused and productive in his life.

Still not convinced? A vacation is the sure cure for burnout; it's therapy for your heart, mind, and soul. There's plenty of scientific proof. Just ask Mel Borins M.D., author of Go Away Just for the Health of It. He says the lack of regular vacations is likely a contributing factor to America's rate of heart disease. Listen to Dr. Susan Biali, a physician who cites studies showing frequent vacationers often live longer than those who don't break away from life's routine. People who took "multiple vacations, up to five a year, had a 32% lower death rate from all causes," says Dr. Biali.

Back to the Browns and our chance meeting at the diner. Jotting down the name and phone number of the Swiss cousins she'd never met, the pastor's wife made us promise to call her relatives next time we were in Switzerland. We not only phoned family Knecht, but were invited to stay with them for three days. As we picnicked in a flower-studded alpine meadow, we raised our glasses to toast the Browns. We felt sure a Swiss dream holiday was soon in the works for them.

After returning to Atlanta, we made plans to meet the pastor and his wife in July. "We've gotten our passports and are ready to make our first trip across the big pond," gushed Mrs. Brown. "We're so excited, and we can't wait to hear all about Switzerland!" On July 11th we headed to the diner early to set up our laptop slide show. "Where's Mrs. Brown today?" Wendy asked, seeing that Rev. Brown was alone. There was a long pause. Then tears trickled down his flushed face. "My dear wife passed away in her sleep two weeks ago," he sobbed.

It was a wake up call that hit hard. There are way "too many places, yet too little time." The benefits of vacationing seem even more precious the older we become. Travel is by far the world's best medicine and greatest education. Each stamp in a passport symbolizes keen insights and new friends on the planet we share. Jump back into life revitalized and grateful. Give yourself the ultimate gift: put your vacations on life's front burner. Catch the travel bug!

~Ann Lombardi & Wendy Swartzell

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Ocho Rios Jamaica Bed and Breakfast Wins 2nd Place Best New Hotel International Award

The Blue House Luxury Bed and Breakfast in Ocho Rios Swoops Second Place Spot For Best New Hotel Worldwide Plus Best Of Jamaica Award and Best Of Ocho Rios

In the tradition of the Golden Globes and the Academy Awards, the International Restaurant and Hotel Awards™ (IRHA) is the world’s most comprehensive and prestigious awards program recognizing the best value, moderate and luxury travel establishments that go above and beyond industry standards. IRHA celebrates the world’s finest hotels and restaurants committed to the highest standards of quality service and promotes the global appreciation of travel, dining and cultural exploration.

To aid the selection process, IRHA conducts research annually in each category field by searching the web, magazines, travel guides and ratings directories, speaking with experts, attending industry expos and events, and coordinating travel and dining excursions. IRHA’s Jury reviewed submissions from 50 countries around the world from bed & breakfasts, top restaurants, chains, six-star luxury hotels, boutique hotels and independent restaurants and hotels in April & May 2008. Top chains and hotel groups that participated include The Ritz-Carlton, Marriott International, Accor Hotels, The Peninsula Hotels, Hilton Hotels, Kor Hotel Group, Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts, Starwood Hotels and a host of others.

The Blue House Luxury Bed and Breakfast Villa http://www.thebluehousejamaica.com/ in Ocho Rios, Tripadvisor’s #1 Jamaica B&B Inn, received the second place award for The Best New Hotel Of The Year in the Moderate Priced Category from the jury of representatives from the Food Network, Travel Channel, UKTV, BBC Food, CBS Radio, Zagat Survey, Cool Restaurants, Cool Hotels, Citysearch, Fodor's Travel Guides, Hungry?, City Guides and more.

IRHA announced the Best of City and Best of Country recipients on June 18th. The Blue House Ocho Rios Jamaica was awarded both Best Of Ocho Rios and Best Of Jamaica Titles.

The Grand Award Nominees for the coveted titles of International Restaurant of the Year & International Hotel of the Year (value, moderate and luxury titles) will be announced in July, 2008. The Grand Award recipients and the 2008 IRHA Award Honorees will receive the coveted IRHA statue presented at the 2008 IRHA Gala Ceremony on November 25th, 2008 at the home of the Golden Globes, the Beverly Hilton, in Beverly Hills, California. The star-studded gala ceremony will be hosted by Mark DeCarlo of the Travel Channel and will include a Special Spotlight on New Orleans along with Grand Award presentations.

Info for this post was taken directly from the IRHA website.

Travel tips, Tourist information, tanzania safaris,Tanzanite jewels

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 (A) Travel, vacation holidays to Tanzania.

The most stunning tourist attractions in Tanzania are those natural resources available in Tanzania which are unique and found only in Tanzania.

1. Mount Kilimanjaro National Park: The highest mountain in Africa 5895m/19340ft, with its peak covered with snow throughout the year. It is a volcanic mountain and easier mountain for normal people (without technical expert) can climb successful. There are six routes named Marangu, Rongai, Machame, Shira, Umbwe, Londrosi/Lemosho. You can climb through one of the routes to the Summit.
2. Serengeti National Park, with the Great Wildebeest Migration, Kopjes (where cats hide there), Great Rivers like Grumeti (where crocodiles survive), and large plain.
3. Ngorongoro Conservation Area (Ngorongoro Crater). – NCA: NCA is often called ‘African Eden’ and the ‘Eight Wonder of the Natural World’, Man and Biosphere Reserve.
4.  Zanzibar spice Island (Unguja and Pemba).
5.  Selous Game Reserve.

There are more details on selected Most Top Tourist destinations, go on reading.

B) Adventure Activities to be done in Tanzania.

• Safaris, wildlife safaris. This is a tour to National parks and Game reserves to view wild animals, plants and geographical features like Rivers, Lakes and so on.
• Climbing, trekking, and mountaineering. Mountains Kilimanjaro, Meru and Oldonyo Lengai
• Walking Safaris, birdwatching and ecotourism. Nature lovers would like also to go deep to come close to nature.
• Night game drives safaris, canoeing safaris. This is another optional safari in Tanzania.
• Beach holidays. Tour to areas with beach for swimming,snorkeling, scuba diving, dolphin tour, fishing and water sports. Zanzibar island, Mafia island, Dare salaam and Pangani Tanga coasts. Also Lake Victoria coast.
• Cultural Tourism: to learn their custom and tradition and interfere with local people. Example Maasai in Ngorongoro Crater and Chagga near Mount Kilimanjaro.

(C) Helpful travel Tips and information about Tanzania.

Exclusive, new dimension helpful info-travel tips for tourists moving to Tanzania.

Currently many people from abroad/overseas are seeking information about Tanzania.

These people are Tourists/Travelers, Investors, Business people, Researchers, Students, and other group of people.

Luckily, there is National Website which is; http://www.tanzania.go.tz/

How to get in to Tanzania; Several major Airlines get into Tanzania;KLM, Condor Airlines,Swiss International and Ethiopian Airways get into lands at Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA/JRO) and Dar es salaam International Airport (DIA) daily.British Airways, Qatar Airways, Egypt Air,Emirates Air,  and Swiss Airlines lands at DIA at least twice a week. Most Airlines starts have connections to USA, Canada, Europe and Asia. Flight tickets varies depending on holiday season and also Airline.

Other Airlines are South African Airlines (SAA), Emirates, YEMENAIR,Oman Air, Qatar Airways, and Kenya Airways.We have domestic flights network covering all tourists’ destinations in East Africa.Air Tanzania, Precision Air, Zan Air, Coastal Aviation, Regional Air and other small charters.

TANZANITE: Have you heard of Tanzanite Gemstone/jewel? Undoubtfuly you have heard. Tanzanite is a famous and most beautiful blue gemstone found in one place and only in Tanzania. Tanzanite jewel is found sold many places in most countries in the World. When a Traveler get chance to visit Tanzania is high time you have a good luck to purchase Tanzanite in relatively low prices. Just consult your Tour Operator to help you find registered Gemstone Dealers or Jewel Agents.

Immigration: VISA application and requirements.



 An onward ticket and sufficient funds are required when entering Tanzania. Visas required by all visitors except citizens of the Commonwealth, Scandinavian countries and the Republic of Ireland.VISA can be obtained at Tanzanian Embassy Abroad near you, Online VISA application or at point of entrance at International Airports of Dar es salaam, Kilimanjaro or Zanzibar. The visa fee depends on the type of passport held. A visitor’s pass is required for all travelers. This can be obtained free from any Tanzanian diplomatic mission or point of entry. It is advisable to get one before you leave home.

When to Visit - Tanzania High Season/Peak Season or Low Season.





June to December and Jan to March are season in which many tourists, travelers, adventurers, nature enthusiasts,mountaineers visit Tanzania in large numbers. This is the period in which Tourists take vacation holidays from their job so that they can visit Tanzania. This are best months to visit Tanzania because weather is conducive and is a season where many wild animals can be seen easily.



Climate and Weather of Tanzania.

Tanzania has a Tropical climate. The central plateau is dry and arid with hot days and cool nights, while the north-west highlands are cool and temperate. June to August is the cooler season. There is no winter here. Temperatures in northern Tanzania range between 60 – 70 degree Fahrenheit during the day and 40 -50 degree Fahrenheit at night from May to October. From November to March, the day –time temperatures varies from70-90 degree Fahrenheit and from 60 – 75 degree Fahrenheit at night.The ‘long rains’ are from March to May and the ‘short rains’ are between October and December. The hottest months are between October and February. On the coast, it rains in November and December. From March to May, Coastal areas are hot and humid although sea breezes cool the area pleasantly between June and September.Safari



Dressing What clothes to wear or take





 While on Wildlife safaris or wildlife lodges and country hotels, the emphasis is on comfort and informality. For ladies light, easy to wash, drip –dry blouses, skirts dresses, light khaki trousers and bush jackets go well. For evenings, light dresses or trouser suits are suitable. For men, drip –dry casual shirts, short khaki trousers and bush jackets are ideal. Evening attire in towns can consist of light suits or long sleeved shirt and tie.Bright colours should be avoided while viewing wildlife. Visitors to Ngorongoro are advised to carry a pullover as it can be chilly after sunset. A bush hat or a scarf for protection against the sun and dust is a must. It is very useful to carry a pair of sunglasses, insect repellent, suntan lotion and a flashlight.

LANGUAGE: 



 Usually language might be barrier for Intercontinental travel. How ever several well recognised languages International languages are spoken. Many tourist destinations, hotels, lodges have guides and staff who speaks English, French, Spanish, Italian, German and more. In Tanzania many Tour companies have driver guides who speaks multilanguages from German, Italian,Spanish,French and more.

Photographing; 

Photographic safaris, Tanzania is best country for photographic safari, with best pictures for wild animals, scenery and mount kilimajaro

 It is advisable to ask a permission before photographic any event relating to certain tribes like Maasai, Hadzables, Datoga. These tribes are very conservative and have maintained their original traditional customs. They still do primitive pastoralism, wild fruits gathering and wearing local made materials covering part or half of body.

Some Government Institutions and Organizations don’t allow any photographic action to them or near to them. These are Military Camps and Bank of Tanzania just for security purpose.When on the road and hear traffic hail don’t continue driving or walking, if you have the car park aside or if walking step aside. This is the signal that the top Government Leader is passing like President, Vice President and Prime Minister.

Mountain Climbing-Kilimanjaro, Meru and Africa safari packages- Price fluctuations;Park fees entrance to National Parks and Ngorongoro Crater fees has increased but still there is only slight change of price for Travel Packages. I hope most of you is aware of this price changes.

CHECK TANZANIA NATIONAL PARKS WEBSITE;http://www.tanzaniaparks.com/



and Ngorongoro conservation area (Ngorongoro Crater) http://www.ngorongorocrater.org/

Health: A yellow fever vaccination certificate is essential if arriving from yellow fever infected areas. Anti-malaria tablets are recommended.

Take prescribed drugs a few days prior to arrival, during your stay, and for a short period after returning. Boil or sterilize drinking water and milk. Cook or peel vegetables. Private health insurance is recommended.Currency; There is no restriction on the importation of foreign currency. Foreign currency can be changed at the bureau de change which offer better rate than the banks. Insurance; you are strongly advised to have your own insurance cover to cover baggage, personal accident and medical expenses.

Tipping; Tipping is not obligatory. Tipping is at the discretion of the visitor and the following should only be used a guideline.

PORTERAGE: US $ 1.00 per bag.

DINING ROOM STAFF: US $ 1.00 per person.

Driver Guide; US $ 15.00 per day.

Mountain climb Guide; US $ 15.00 per day.

For outstanding personal service, you may decide to give a higher tip.

Helpful travel tips on safety and security

Tanzanians are generally very friendly people. We would like you enjoy your stay in this country therefore

1. Don’t change money in the streets even if you are given a good rate as you might be cheated. Go to bureau change. Some Tourist Hotels operates Bureau De Change.
2. Don’t go to too cheaper Tour Operator the services might be too disappointing or vehicles used can broke in the middle of safari, or poor accommodation or any mishap pens like any cheating. Just try to compare prices, and choose, accept the standard prices.
3. Always ride in registered taxis
4. Don’t take fastest buses.
5. Never walk unaccompanied at night in poorly –lit streets or along deserted streets.
6. When shopping in streets bazaars, always bargain. However some prices e.g in restaurants are fixed and you might be mistaken for miser if you start bargaining.
7. Always choose a guest house or lodge that has a working telephone.

I hope above information will give you hint on how to ask specific questions:

I will be glad to suggest about 5 or more Local Tour Operator. These are Legal Licensed Tour Operator. Then you can write email to them and get different packages and prices for Comparison.

These Tour Operators are member of Tanzania Association of Tour Operators and Recognised by Tanzania Tourist Board.

How ever you can also get travel costs like Transport (4WD) jeep safari car hire cost, National park and other entries fees, accommodation on various park/game lodges, and any others.

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Please continue reading the blog for other information like details of specific Tourism destinations and welcome to post your comments and emailing me.

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Gemstones, Tanzanite Jewels bargain prices in Arusha - Tanzania

AAA+ Gems of East Africa based in Arusha Tanzania selling high quality: Tanzanite, Green Garnet, Alexandrites,saphire, WHOLESALE AND RETAIL, Rough and cut gemstones.

CULTURAL HERITAGE – ARUSHA.

It is one stop shopping centre for gifts,culture,crafts and tanzanite for tourists,travelers who visit Tanzania for vacation holiday activity like wildlife safaris,Kilimanjaro climbing or education, research,volunteer trips.

In addition, the Cultural Heritage Center on Dodoma Road offers jewelry and gemstones as well as local crafts. Being located strategically in northern circuit safaris route, it is easily accessible.

TANZANITE ONE – EXPERIENCE SHOP:

tanzanite mine visitor centre, mererani mining site tour,tanzanite museum and Shanga all situated in Tanzania, where visitors have the opportunity to learn about the history, mystery and rarity of this wonderful and unique gemstone.

Purchase tanzanite directly from the source!

Freelance safari guide, Tour leader, Travel Consultancy will show you around Arusha.

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Expatriates moving to Tanzania can find and rent nice Houses in Arusha.

Houses for rent in all areas like NJiro, Sakina, Moshono,Mwanama, Masai Camp, Sekei, Ilboru, Burka.

Rent a House with furniture or without furniture and all budgets Houses for rent Tanzania.

Also you can buy a Nice House for your new Home. Houses for Sale are available in Njiro and Sakina Arusha.

Buy House in Arusha most prime areas and with all facilities. Complete Houses for sale ready to move in are available.

Real estates, properties and Broker will help you find your favorite House.

Real estates properties like Houses, Land plots are available, contact Broker.

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