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Top Safari Photography Tips for Capturing Unforgettable Wildlife Moments + Gear Info
Safari Photography can be a fun and rewarding experience, and having the right gear and knowing a few key tips can help ensure an outcome that you’ll be pleased with! As a professional photographer with more than 20 years of experience, I’m sharing my top safari photography tips along with what camera gear I used on my East Africa Tanzania safari photography trip. Preparing for Your Safari Photography Adventure Preparing for a safari photography adventure requires careful planning and attention to detail. To ensure a successful and enjoyable experience, it’s essential to plan your safari location, choose the right camera gear, and develop your photography skills. Plan Your Safari Location…
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What It’s Like to Visit Giraffe Manor Solo
Giraffe Manor in Kenya is a dream destination for many travelers and it promises an adventure that’s both unique and memorable. Nestled in the outskirts of Nairobi, this boutique hotel is famous for its resident Rothschild giraffes that freely roam the grounds and frequently poke their heads through the windows in search of a snack. Here’s a glimpse into what it’s like to visit Giraffe Manor solo. Getting to Giraffe Manor Pre-arrange your transfer with Giraffe Manor (it’s included with your stay) to make getting to the Manor a breeze. Your driver will pick you up at your hotel or be waiting for you at the airport with a friendly…
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What it’s Actually Like to Stay at Giraffe Manor
What is Giraffe Manor? Giraffe Manor is a luxury boutique hotel run by the Safari Collection that is located in Nairobi, Kenya. Modeled after a Scottish hunting lodge, the property was built in the 1930s and has been home to roaming Rothschild giraffes since the 1970s. The manor was purchased in 2009 and has become an Instagram-worthy bucket list hotel known for the ability to have wild giraffes share your breakfast table. The manor is located on 140 acres of forest in Nairobi’s Langata suburb. How to get Giraffe Manor Fly to Kenya and arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). If you’re arriving from within Africa, you may fly…
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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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About
Welcome to Mostly Solo Travel! I’m Lori, the Chief Travel Officer of Mostly Solo Travel. I’m a middle-aged New Jersey-born gal, currently based in Orlando, Florida who does a ton of (mostly) solo travel! My background is in editorial travel photography and writing and I’ve been to more than 30 countries. I’m obsessed with tropical locales and my favorite city is Tokyo. Have camera, will travel! I’m a Disney adult, Lord of the Rings fan, certified crazy cat lady, and sushi addict! I hope this blog inspires your wanderlust and provides valuable information for those of you who love to (or want to) travel solo! Feel free to follow me…
