Saturday 30 January 2016

Top Attractions in Kenya

The republic of Kenya is a beautiful country with striking features and classic landscapes. The country’s capital Nairobi is famous for its parks, other parts of Kenya also have rich wildlife safaris, large desert areas, forests, open plains and alpine snows.  Kenya embodies a great deal of Eastern Africa’s natural resources featuring beautiful coral reefs, freshwater lakes and the several tribal cultures. Tourists can enjoy activities like trekking the Mount Kenya, snorkelling on the Indian Ocean Coast and ballooning over the Masai Mara.
1.       Mount Kenya:

Mount Kenya after which Kenya was named is the highest mountain in the country and the second highest in Africa after Kilimanjaro. Its peaks are tipped with snow and it slopes covered in green vegetation. This beautiful sight is about 17,057 ft high and is known to be difficult to climb, its lower peaks can be easily accessed.
2.       Malindi:

Malindi offers a beautiful coastal ambiance with its extensive coral reefs and beautiful beaches. Tourists can go snorkelling, surfing, deep sea fishing and enjoy an array of water sports. It is home to a protected park called the Malindi National Park, a domestic airport and a major highway between Mombasa and Lamu.
3.       Tsavo National Park:

Tsavo is one of the largest national parks in the world. It was divided into Tsavo West and Tsavo East due to its size, the park has a spectacular scenic view of tropical savannah and continuous volcanic landscape. The park is the perfect destination for tourists seeking to explore wildlife.
4.       Masai Mara National Reserve:

The game reserve is one the major tourist attractions in Kenya and the most popular park in the country. The park is visited by thousands of people yearly who come to watch the annual migration of millions of zebra and wildebeest from the Serengeti in Tanzania. This happens between July and October.
5.       Lamu Island:


The island is a part of the Lamu Archipelago, it is the oldest existing town in Kenya. The island is attractive to tourist as is it a natural unspoiled destination, Lamu Town has retained its primitive form over the years, people move around either by walking or by boat, donkeys are used to move goods. There are no roads on the island, only footpaths and alleyway exist.

Friday 22 January 2016

Top Rated Attractions in the United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates has experienced full-fledged development, it is well known for its skyscrapers and exotic beaches. It is one of the world’s most famous holiday destinations ideal for a romantic getaway, family vacation or a destination wedding. Tourists visit here to see iconic skyline scrapers like the Burj Khalifa in Dubai and Burj Mohammed bin Rashid in Abu Dhabi.
With the United Arab Emirate being branded as an all-round luxury destination you can take a tour of the desert safari, go jet skiing at the beach or treat yourself to a shopping spree at the exotic malls. The emirate has a rich culture, delve into the past as you take a tour of the old forts, and explore the many attractions before the dominance of the many glitzy high rises.
1.       Al-Bidyah Mosque:
The Al-Bidyah Mosque is the oldest mosque in the United Arab Emirates, it is an important historical site which lies in the Emirate of Fujairah. Its entire surrounding is an archaeological site from where metal and pottery artefacts were excavated. The mosque is modest in size, it still stands in its original form.
2.       Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque:
The mammoth sized modern mosque is breathtakingly beautiful. Its blend of ancient craftsmanship with contemporary design is an architectural wonder, it is lavishly laid with gold, mosaic works, marble and glass work. A blend of the old with the new create a spectacular sight at night.
3.       Burj Khalifa:
Burj Khalifa is one of United Arab Emirates most iconic buildings with its building towering over several others, it is the world’s tallest building and the tallest free standing structure in the world. Its observation deck stand as the world’s highest view and its elevator is the is the longest travel distance in the world. The view of Dubai from the observation deck is the highlight for tourists.
4.       Desert Excursion:
Enjoy a desert trip in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Fujairah. There are a myriad of activities that you indulge in at the desert, from a dune buggy journey, a four wheel drive trip to hiking, sand boarding and camel treks. A romantic Bedouin styled dinner can also be set up in the desert.

5.       Beaches:
The united Arab Emirate offers various beaches for everyone ranging from the city beaches in Abu Dhabi and Dubai to the enclaves of luxury beaches around Ajman and the beaches of the Emirate of Fujairah. Many high end hotels offer beach services to non-guests at a charge. You can enjoy various water sports like jet skiing, snorkelling and diving at many resorts.

Monday 18 January 2016

Top 5 attractions in the United States

The United State of America is the most powerful country in the world. With the largest population in North America and the third largest in the world, it boasts of 50 states and is regarded as the most ethnically diverse country in the world as a result of the large immigration from several countries. The country boasts of a spectacular amount of tourist destinations ranging from ultra-modern skyscrapers to nature’s wonders like the Yellowstone and Alaska to the exciting beaches of Miami or Hawaii. Here is a list of a few of United States most spectacular attractions.
1.       Grand Canyon:

The Grand Canyon is one of the most visited attractions in the United States, with about five million annual visits. It is located in the northern Arizona, it was carved out millions of years ago by the Colorado River. Its landscape is breathtaking and its size is overwhelmingly spectacular.
2.       Yellowstone:
               
The Yellowstone National Park which covers about 3,500 sq miles is the world’s first national park to be set aside for the preservation of a large number of hot springs, geysers and other thermal areas, the park is home to half of the all the world’s geothermal features, it was set aside to protect the rich wildlife and preserve the rich natural gift in the area. Yellowstone is set on a large hotspot with an eruption of hot molten rock and light. Wildlife like grizzly bears, elk, wolves, black bears and elks can also be found on the park.
3.       The White House:
               
The White House is located in Washington D.C and serves as the office and official residence of the president of the United States. It was built by President John Adams between 1792 and 1800. A tour of the White House is available through an extensive arrangement made by a member of congress or a country’s US ambassador. It is advisable to request for a tour of the White House up to six months ahead of time.
4.       Niagara Fall:
               
Niagara Falls is located between the state of New York and the province of Ontario. The Niagara Falls is one of the world’s most spectacular natural wonder. It is made up three different falls namely the American Falls, the Horseshoe Falls and the Bridal Veil Falls. The Horseshoe Falls is located on the Canadian side while the others are on the New York side. It attracts over 10 million tourists from various parts of the world annually.
5.       Las Vegas Strip:


Las Vegas is an ideal destination for tourists who crave maximum excitement, it is the world’s gambling mecca. Several casinos lies around the streets in Las Vegas but the strip which is a stretch of Las Vegas Boulevard is lined with many casinos and resort hotels. Some of the largest hotels in the world can be found on the strip, the view at night is simply breathtaking.

Monday 11 January 2016

Throwback thursday: The evolution of the Power Suit

What we choose to wear puts a mark on our identity, it shifts how we feel about ourselves and how people see us. This is the truth as regards the Power Suit, it reinforces my belief that power can be articulated through clothing. The male inspired Couture has a history that can be traced back to the fashion icon Coco Chanel.1-Coco-Chanelvintage-chanel-1
She liberated women from wearing restrictive corsets by introducing tailored women suits in the 1920s. I believe Coco Chanel gave women the freedom to laugh, eat and have fun in comfortable outfits, she brought the revolution into fashion.
Hollywood icons like Marlene Dietrich, Katherine Hepburn and Melanie Griffith made this look even more popular.

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Marlene Dietrich

The true transformation of the frail female image to an assertion of dominance was introduced by the 80’s. It was the decade of power dressing, various designers like Giorgio Armani, Anne Klein, Nina Ricci and Ralph Lauren embraced this trend.

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Gia Carangi in Giorgio Armani’s 80s power suit.
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Ralph Lauren’s 80s power suit.

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The Power suit became the new gold standard for the elite and the women in power. From politicians and diplomats to women in the entertainment and fashion industry the revolution began.

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Margeret Thatcher

Here are a few style inspirations on how the mordern day woman has chosen to style this power outfit.

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Hillary Clinton decked in a blue coloured power suit.
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Michelle Obama in a grey tweed suit by Micheal Kors.
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Victoria Beckham is an acclaimed power dresser.
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Beyonce Knowles spotted in bright yellow power suit.
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Tiwa Savage in a nude frenzy as she steps out in this well tailor power outfit.
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Jessica Alba
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Toke Makinwa in blue Wana Sambo custom made power suit.

Red Carpet ready in “Power Suits”

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Solange Knowles in hot pink Power Suit.
Kim Kardashian dons plunging Givenchy outfit on way to Carine Roitfeld party **USA ONLY**
The reality star Kim Kardashian wore this Givenchy suit to the end of Fashion Week soiree.
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Rita Ora

Power suits start with the fit, ensure you get a well tailored piece. It creates a self confidence that comes with attitude, you just exude confidence and doors open.
The Power Suit regardless of the situation allows us act and feel like A BOSS!!