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Koija Starbeds
Culture, Kenya, Luxe on a Budget, Places to Stay

Koija Starbeds: A Magical Escape off the Beaten Track

29 October 2020

Few things can compare to spending a weekend in the Laikipia Bush. Maybe it is the vast landscapes, the starry skies, or the sights and sounds of nature and occasionally, a hyena laughing in the distance. I spent two nights at Koija Starbeds, and the […]

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Nairobi Gallery
Nairobi, Budget Travel, Culture

The Nairobi Gallery: A beautiful journey through art

27 August 2019

The Nairobi Gallery houses cultural art collected by the late Vice President, Joseph Murumbi. Together with his wife Sheila Murumbi, they collected African textiles, jewelry, stamps and rare ancient books all over Africa and parts of Asia.

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Kenya, Culture

Eyes on Magical Kisumu

22 March 2017

Hey guys! Last week I was in Kisumu and I had the most amazing time. I love when a place takes me by surprise and Kisumu did just that. Do enjoy this photo diary in the meantime before I do a rundown of everything. The […]

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Tanzania, Africa, Chows, Culture

A Taste of Beautiful Mwanza

28 June 2016

Mwanza…Mwanza… Why a taste you ask? Well despite spending two weeks in Mwanza, I didn’t get to explore the city much as I hoped to and also because all I did was eat ha! There is always a next time, right? Getting to Mwanza I […]

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Culture, Inspiration, Kenya, Places to Stay

Visiting Turkana: Underrated Paradise

25 January 2016

Photography by Mwenda Gitonga. First things first Temperature: hot…really hot …you might want pack light clothing else roasting is real people! Do take anti-malaria drugs before travelling. Mosquito repellent or bug spray will help too. Few places can boast of being as vast and diverse […]

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Culture, Kenya

Turkana: Wild Beauty

18 January 2016

Kenya’s best kept secret!

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About Me

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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Game drives are always a plan. No two parks are th Game drives are always a plan. No two parks are the same, every park has unique aspects to it. My favourite so far has been Amboseli and I’m really looking forward to revisiting. This is a great time to go on a game drive and contrary to what many think, KWS rates are affordable. 
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For those living in the zoned area, you can visit Nairobi National Park (& the Safari Walk and Animal Orphanage), Amboseli National Park and Lake Nakuru National Park.
What does a donkey do when you tell him a joke? He What does a donkey do when you tell him a joke?
He-ha’s 🥁 

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The weekend is finally here! Any plans? . . . If y The weekend is finally here! Any plans?
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If you’re in Nairobi and have no plans I gotchu😎 Click the link in my bio for some ideas 😏
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Enjoy your weekend 🌞
Looking back at how far this community has come (a Looking back at how far this community has come (also it was quite windy😅). I’m so grateful for you. 
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Social media can be a fake and toxic place and I’m so glad to have made connections with authentic dope humans here. I’m always so happy to interact with you🌞
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Thanks for being here and for supporting your girl 🥂
Progress over perfection🌞 . . . Learning and un Progress over perfection🌞
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Learning and unlearning to do things rather than wait until every single detail or circumstance is perfect. Perfection breeds procrastination which ultimately hinders your progression. 
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This is your sign to start whatever it is you’ve been putting off 👌🏾Just do it!
This is the perfect time to explore the gems aroun This is the perfect time to explore the gems around us. Hiking/trekking is one of the best ways to do so seeing as there are so many trails within the zoned area.
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Hiking is an amazing activity with so many benefits but I know that hiking can be daunting, especially for beginners and for people who don’t enjoy it(like me😭). I put together an amazing guide to ease your experience. 
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Link in bio🌞
Missing the trails, kinda, sort of 😅 . . . Hiki Missing the trails, kinda, sort of 😅
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Hiking is not my jam but I enjoy being in the outdoors. It’s the views and fresh air for me😍
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Breathe 🧘🏾‍♀️ . . . Also talking about Breathe 🧘🏾‍♀️
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Also talking about food on my stories, you should check them out🌞
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Still yapping about Ngurunit because it’s a must Still yapping about Ngurunit because it’s a must visit☺️ No, seriously, it’s a stunner😍
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