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Anselm Kitengela Hot Glass
Adventure, Kenya

Everything you need to know about visiting Kitengela Hot Glass in 2022

20 April 2022

Did you know that Kitengela Hot Glass is one of the few places in the world that make glass items from recycled glass? Me neither. A friend suggested that I visit and that is exactly what I did. Watch what went down here. Here are […]

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Kenya, Places to Stay

Staying at the Charming WindyMills Cottage

14 February 2022

Imagine this: You are staying at a cute off-grid cottage, where you get to wake up to breathtaking views of the Ngong Hills. The best part is, that could be you! Seated at the foot of the mighty Ngong Hills is WindyMills Cottage, a quaint […]

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Nairobi National Park
Adventure, Budget Travel, Kenya, Nairobi

The Ultimate Guide to the Nairobi National Park

28 January 2022

For a person born, raised and living in Nairobi, (and one who enjoys safaris for that matter) I have only been to the Nairobi National Park once, as a kid. There is no particular reason why I do not frequent the Park, perhaps it is […]

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Things to do in Naivasha
Kenya

15 Interesting Things to do in Naivasha

27 October 2021

Naivasha is most often the first choice for a weekend getaway because of its ideal location. With a variety of activities available, Naivasha caters to every type of traveller be it solo, luxury, budget, family, adventure, outdoor, vacation, or a group of friends looking to […]

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Staying at Eseriani the Resort
Kenya, Luxe on a Budget, Places to Stay

Staying at Eseriani the Resort

29 September 2021

Hello Friends! I recently visited Naivasha and had the best stay. Hotels can often come across as big, boxy and cold buildings that whilst comfortable, seem drab and serve as a reminder that that is not home. That is not the case with Eseriani the […]

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Things to do in Mombasa
Kenya

13 Best Things to do in Sunny Mombasa

15 September 2021

It’s been a while since I last visited Mombasa, for context, it was before Mombasa was a county. My earliest vacation memories were in Mombasa and it’s a city that has a special place in my heart. It’s a place I love going back to. […]

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Staying at Voyager Beach Resort
Group Trip, Kenya, Luxe on a Budget, Places to Stay

Staying at the Voyager Beach Resort Mombasa

11 August 2021

Hello friends! I hope you are doing well. If you follow me on Instagram then you know that I recently went on holiday to Mombasa. If you do not, follow me here, to keep up with my adventures. It had been a while since I […]

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Exploring Turkana County
Group Trip, Kenya, Places to Stay

Exploring the Spectacular Turkana Land

6 July 2021

Back in May, I got the chance to escape the chilly Nairobi for a much-needed girls trip back to one of my favourite places in the country, Turkana County. The trip was impromptu but those are the best kind in my opinion and of course, […]

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Road trip essentials
Adventure, Group Trip, Hacks

Road trip Essentials: Everything you Need for the Perfect Road trip

18 June 2021

Nothing can compare to a good road trip, being outdoors, singing along to your favourite songs, and having the freedom to get to your destination at your own pace. Now more than ever, road trips are more ideal. You can travel in a group and […]

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Ngurunit - Nairobi
Adventure, Kenya

A Northern Kenya Adventure: Part 4 – Ngurunit to Nairobi

6 April 2021

In the last post, we travelled from North Horr to Ngurunit. This is the last post of this series, covering the journey from Ngurunit to Nairobi as well as some important tips to help you plan your trip. If this is the first post you are […]

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Ivy Miricho

Ivy Miricho

I am Ivy Miricho, author of the travel blog, Of Chows and Dhows. I created this space with an aim to inform and inspire you to explore more of the world and most importantly, move you to push past your comfort zone.

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Never seen a canopy bridge I didn’t like😅 ⠀ Never seen a canopy bridge I didn’t like😅
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Best part about this scary bridge at Kitengela Glass is that it swings with every single step and with the tiniest blow of the wind😍 Watch what went down on the latest vlog (link in bio)
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Would you walk on it?
Recently visited Kitengela Hot glass and was blown Recently visited Kitengela Hot glass and was blown away 😅 by the artistry, creativity and explosion of colours all around. Safe to say I loved it!

Everything you need to know about the place is up on my latest blog post.

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Today is International Women’s Day but like most Today is International Women’s Day but like most Kenyan women, I’m in no celebratory mood. Yesterday was just another reminder that as women we’re never really at ease. We’re constantly living in fear in a society crafted against us. 
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At the same time, I choose to celebrate women today. Happy international women’s day to all women! Here’s to you sis🥂, keep being you and here’s to us breaking biases👏🏾
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Who do you celebrate today? Tag them in the comments below👇🏾
Best of both worlds😍 A Safari in the city is a Best of both worlds😍

A Safari in the city is always a good idea. Nairobi National Park has 4 of the big 5 with the exception of elephants. So you get to see Black rhinos, buffaloes, lions and if you’re lucky, the elusive leopards😍

All you need to know about visiting Nairobi National Park is up on the latest post on the blog. Link in bio🌞
Super excited to be nominated as a finalist in the Super excited to be nominated as a finalist in the Afrobloggers Awards 2021 under the travel category.
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The main aim of OCD has always been to provide you with valuable information to make travel easier and to push you past your comfort zone. Getting recognition for my work is the cherry on top.
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So please vote for me ( my blog is listed as the first in the travel category), the link is in my bio😊️
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Or just dm me for the direct link🌞
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I’m so grateful to have you here🥂
Happy new month! Here’s to crushing it this Nove Happy new month!
Here’s to crushing it this November 🥂
There’s more to Naivasha beyond Mt Longonot, Hel There’s more to Naivasha beyond Mt Longonot, Hell’s Gate and Lake Naivasha. (SAVE this post for future travels)
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New blog post all about fun things you can do in the lakeside town.
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This is me reminding you to book your transport/ac This is me reminding you to book your transport/accommodation option if you’re looking to travel over Christmas 🌞
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and this tiny waterfall 😍
I look unbothered but I was terrified at the thoug I look unbothered but I was terrified at the thought of a snake coming out of nowhere and biting me🥲
We really break our hearts by creating the most random scenarios in our heads😭😭
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