Beauty beyond measure is what nature and if you have never explored the treasures that East Africa has to offer to you with the new 90 day free visa that can take you through all member countries, here are a few of our favorites that we have rounded up right from the depth of the …
Kenya’s tourism industry is increasingly driving exports and providing foreign exchange, earning the country tourism expenditures of about 1.2 billion US Dollars in 2017. This represented a 20% increase from approximately 989 million US Dollars in 2016, according to a hospitality report by Jumia Travel. This improving sector performance is being facilitated by various factors, …
Kenya is participating in the Bride and Groom Expo 2018 in Uganda which begins today, Friday 22nd to Sunday 24th June 2018 at the UMA Exhibition Hall. Kenya is seeking to achieve top of mind awareness of her tourism offering and experiences among Ugandans. The event not only aims to enhance Kenya’s brand visibility among …
Jumia Travel, the leading online travel agency in Africa, will hold the second edition of the Africa Travel Awards on January 25th 2018. For this 2018 edition, the ceremony will be held simultaneously in 8 countries: Algeria, Cameroon, Ivory Coast, Ghana, Nigeria, Uganda, Senegal and Tanzania. Kenya will celebrate its Awards on February 1, 2018. …
Last minute planning Traveling is meant to be fun and even though it’s for business, it should not be hectic. Last minute planning for a trip can be very stressful and ruin your entire travel and therefore that is something to avoid in the New Year. Ensure the hotel is booked in advance and all …
2018 is finally here! The long awaited New Year has arrived and with it comes a new sense of hope. The slate has been wiped clean and it’s time for new experiences. Everyone uses this time to make New Year resolutions, things they would like to accomplish and work on through the year. Goals are …
After hearing several remarkable reviews from people that have been to Naguru Skyz hotel, one has no option but to drive towards Ntinda; seeking to see Kampala’s newest treasure. Located right at the top of Naguru Hill, you know as soon as you get to the top that you have arrived. As you drive into …
Ready to build on the travel trends taking center stage at the turn of the year? Take a keen look on the new zeal for experience versus destination, the core meaning of enjoying the journey as much as the destination. Now partnering more than 30,000 hotels across Africa, travel experts from Jumia Travel offer some …
We have been blessed to witness an era where technology can allow us to do so many things with just one click. Today you can send and receive important documents through email or Whatsapp from miles away, you can book a hotel from the comfort of your living room on Jumia Travel for example, grab …
Traced in Murchison Falls National Park, Chobe Safari Lodge is irrefutably the jewel in Uganda’s pinnacle of tourism. The incomparable views, coupled with the sounds of the River Nile’s magnificent rapids, sets the scene for an adventure that will sway even the most astute of travelers.Murchison Falls, otherwise known as Kabalega Falls, is one of …
We are switching up things a little. Everyone enjoys the value of eating different types of food and just on the whole loves and enjoys eating. Today however, we look at how organic foods could be a Naturalistas best friend as they embark on their natural hair journey. In a fun chat with Co-Founder of …
One problem people usually face is finding nice, relaxed places to go to because Kampala is filled with so many.There is literally a restaurant and hotel at the next turn! Here is a guide of top eight spots with a scenic view of Kampala that will leave you falling more in love with Uganda and …
Tourism is a big subject with so many layers that we could discuss and very often it goes hand in hand with travel. To be able to see and tour as many new places as possible and explore the world, one must be ready to travel. Whichever way you decide to get there, whether by …
In light of the International World Tourism Day celebrated on 27th September 2017, Jumia Travel has launched a Destinations Campaign across several countries in Africa including Uganda. The aim is to highlight several amazing destinations in the country where people should visit, as well as providing insights for international tourists. It will showcase sights and …
Traveling is fun and is an experience most people should invest in. Whether it’s around Uganda or abroad, discovering new cultures, food and people can be quite eye opening. One of the most important things that people don’t really think about when traveling however, is what to wear on the trip. With the long Eid …
One of the most fascinating things about Uganda is its various cuisines across the country from the different regions. North, South, East to Western Uganda. Each region is characterized by a different type of food. Today we focus on easy to make snacks that you are likely to crave on a random weekend while at …
Music is a powerful force. Music and Sports are the two activities that can get people from near, far, rich, poor, young, old, women, men and children together. It is such a beautiful creation of God, it inspires many to do great things while lifting spirits, entertaining and sometimes educating all at once. The NyegeNyege …
Between the 4th and 6th of August Jumia Travel Uganda had quite the eventful weekend at the Hotels and Restaurants Expo at Hotel Africana. The Uganda Hotels & Restaurants Expo is a national-wide celebration of Ugandan Beverage Companies (Food & Drinks Manufacturers), Hotels, Restaurants, Cafes, Resorts, Tour Companies, Hospitality Service Providers & Amenity Suppliers, Culinary …
Is travel your everyday dose? Then, you must know that some jobs have a restricting nature that would restrain you from actively living that vacation dream life. Yet, there are others that will allow you to explore the world while working unrestricted by the office walls eight hours a day. Jumia Travel highlights 5 jobs …
First off, before we dive deep into how hospitality is a key anchor in the restaurant and hotel business, we should ask ourselves what the true meaning of Hospitality is. Google describes it is as “the friendly and generous reception and entertainment of guests, visitors, or strangers”. According to several reports, Uganda has been declared …
