Author Archives: Mary
What Happened to Meru Mulika Lodge?
Part two of Meru National Park’s demise, then revival as an exquisite tourist destination. I’ll never forget Meru Mulika Lodge – not for the usual reasons like five-star accommodations or gourmet meals or eco-friendly, but for the multitude of mishaps … Continue reading
Meru National Park’s Demise, then Revival as an Exquisite Tourist Destination
The generators had just turned off. Rhythmic sounds of the African night tried to lull me to sleep. I thought how blessed I was. Not everyone gets to travel to Kenya’s Meru National Park where George and Joy Adamson once lived and … Continue reading
Marsabit National Park in Northern Kenya will be on the mend thanks to the French
Now that the French Development Agency has resurrected Kenya’s Meru National Park they are taking on another ambitious project – Marsabit National Park. The mid-1960s book and subsequent movie “Born Free” about Elsa the lioness rescued by George and Joy … Continue reading
London Heathrow’s Yotel is Your Answer for Lengthy Layovers
What the heck is a Yotel? I found out when the price of my cheap ticket to Kenya came with a ten hour layover in London. I had my layover planned – I would shove my carryon luggage in secure … Continue reading
A Kenya Safari’s Five Unexpected Treasures
Five treasures to ponder that can enhance any safari experience, depending on your itinerary. 1. The perfect rest stop. In this case the ideal choo – Swahili for toilet. Horrific tales are told of holes in the ground, commodes sitting … Continue reading
