Do's and Don'ts
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- Dress comfortably for the long flight. A light sleeping pill is recommended.
- Please be conscious of your wallet, money, passport and jewelry. It is wise to leave fine jewelry at home and perhaps purchase an inexpensive watch for the trip. Keep valuables in a safe place at all times. A money belt or passport pouch worn under your clothing is recommended. Make a habit of putting your personal items in a safe place and closing your luggage while out of your hotel room. Some hotels provide a safe at the desk or possibly in your room.
- Please be thoughtful in how you view the poverty you will see. If you watch closely, you will see many happy, joyful people living in the most meager circumstances. Remember, these people do not have to live by our standards to be happy. Also remember to watch your comments about the poverty or conditions around others.
- You will be speaking some of the time through an interpreter. Their English skills should be good, but their accents and our accents will probably be different. Speak slowly, distinctly, and in short segments. Don't ramble and don't use excessive words. Think and find a way to express yourself in a few words rather than many. Speak to the person you're talking to, not to the interpreter.
- Do not hang out of the van while driving. This could be dangerous.
- Picture taking. Be sensitive to others when taking pictures. Some Kenyan's believe that you are stealing their spirits. Ask before you take. DO NOT take picture of Government officials, government buildings, etc.. It is against the law and you can get in trouble for it.
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