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A perfect time to visit Kenya

We almost didn’t make it to Kenya. Until the very last minute it looked like it might be just too hard. I booked the flights last winter (when BA were practically giving them away) on the basis that surely, come October, the pandemic would be all but over. So much for that. In September Kenya was still on the “red list” – and, even if it hadn’t been, everyone was obliged to quarantine on arrival. When those obstacles disappeared, new ones arrived. BA cancelled our outgoing flight, but didn’t get around to telling us (I only found out when I rang to check seating arrangements). And then there was the admin.

Travel in the age of Covid-19

Oh god, the admin. You’ll need to apply for visas online. The forms are long and boring and ask you to do things such as list your e-visa numbers for your last visit. There is no guidance as

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