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Category: Travel Story

Travel story: Babu and Bibi in Kenya

Five people, including a child and a baby, stand outdoors in front of a scenic landscape with a lake, green grass, and mountains under a clear blue sky. They appear to be enjoying a sunny day.

Since the birth of our grandchildren, I find myself moved more often and more easily. People and events affect me more and more, making my vision blur and my voice falter. When Jasper and Lieve invited us to join them on a trip to Kenya, it was no different. Bibi and Babu are going to Africa!

Travel Story – Reinier & Quirine

A smiling woman and man stand in front of a green SUV with arms raised, looking happy. The woman wears a hat, brown jacket, and white shorts; the man wears a cap, light t-shirt, and shorts. Trees are in the background.

In September 2019, we embarked on a remarkable 2.5-week journey through Tanzania. The preparations with Charlie’s Travels went smoothly—we were looking for an adventurous and varied trip that combined both relaxation and action, with plenty of safaris. Additionally, we didn’t want to organise too much ourselves. In short, it was a trip fully tailored to our wishes and needs.

Family Eijsvoogel: Adventure in Uganda

Three women stand close together outdoors, smiling at the camera. They are wearing sunglasses, and one woman wears a black hat. Mountains and a lake appear in the background under a cloudy sky.

This is my third trip with Charlie’s Travels. After a lustrum trip and a motor safari, this time it’s a family vacation. As a Kenya resident, I know East Africa well, but Charlie has always managed to surprise me with unique places. Now I’m curious to see if he can do it again in Uganda, this time with my family!

On honeymoon to Kenya: unforgettable

A man with a backpack feeds a giraffe from a wooden platform at an outdoor wildlife enclosure, surrounded by trees and a fire extinguisher mounted on a post nearby.

Our honeymoon had to be adventurous, breathtaking, and unforgettable. Earlier this year, Nadine was recommended to check out Charlie’s Travels by a colleague. After our first Skype meeting with Charlie & Hendrik, we were immediately sold on the idea of going to Kenya. To this day, we have no regrets. Want to know why this trip was AMAZING in one word? Read on below!

Kenya: forty years later

Vier zebra's staan en grazen in hoog gras op een savanne, met een skyline van een stad en wolkenkrabbers zichtbaar op de achtergrond onder een blauwe hemel.

Despite the many countries we have visited before, we had our doubts about the security situation in Kenya. We are a couple of 65/66 yrs. Just retired. Not ready yet to make ‘dull standard trips’. But how to go about it? We had quite a few wishes.

Forty years ago, we lived in Kenya and enjoyed the country and its people. Now, after forty years, we are going back. A whole new experience. From stories told by friends and on the internet, we got the impression that the country had changed more than we thought, especially in terms of security. But… then we came into contact with Charlie’s Travels through the internet. Let’s give them a call!

Friends’ trip to Africa: Diani

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The guys from JC Oboema had an unforgettable friends’ trip through Africa with Charlie’s Travels! Their adventurous journey through Kenya is documented on our blog, divided into five exciting chapters: Nairobi, Safari, Mount Kasigau, Golf, and Diani Beach. Each chapter features a breathtaking video, created by Bas Govaarts. Discover part five of this extraordinary adventure now!

Kenya: far away or still close by?

Groep wandelaars bereikt een bergtop met panoramisch uitzicht in Mount Elgon

On November 11, 2020, I left for Kenya to work remotely for four weeks. Before I left, I interviewed my colleague Wencke, Commercial Director at Great Place To Work. I asked her why she allowed me to go, what her concerns were, and what she hoped it would result in. Now, back in the Netherlands, we’re speaking again.

Mili works remotely in Kenya

A woman sits on a tree trunk by the beach in Kenya, using a laptop. Wearing a sleeveless dress, she appears focused on her work. The ocean and sky are visible in the background, framed by tree branches—a perfect scene for travelling in Africa.

The fact that you have to work during the day makes you use your free time more effectively and enjoy every moment. Don’t overthink it, just book your trip. You won’t regret it!

Last-minute remote working in Kenya

Four people work on laptops at wooden tables under a thatched roof, surrounded by lush African greenery. As they enjoy food bowls and drinks, their setup perfectly blends remote work with the spirit of travelling in Kenya.

Sjoerd (Project Lead at SKYNRG) tries to make a nice long trip of 3 to 4 weeks every year, but due to COVID-19, this initially seemed impossible. This remote working trip with CT was the perfect opportunity to make it happen anyway. Curious about how he experienced the trip?