Mstari254: PLACES

"I love going out, I really do. And I miss being out there having fun and making some mistakes. But I have a family now, and kids to take care of"

So many people can relate to this statement.
Life been too hard on you and you wanna go have some fun, but you stuck because you don't know what to do with your little ones? You want to catch up with your girls, or boys, and its your turn baby sitting? You have no free friend or family to leave angels with? Or probably day cares and sleepovers for the kids is not your thing? Tag them with you, go have some fun. As family!

But where?

I took a travel around Tharaka Nithi County. And this question got so trivial for me after the discoveries I made. I mean, there are so many places one can have a family day out at and not feel guilty about having to set the bundles of joy aside. Drink from my discovery well. Explore these five places with me.

1. NITHI GERISH HOTEL

Located along the Embu Meru Highway, Just some kilometers past Chuka University, this hotel provides the family with a sense of being, belonging, comfort and freedom.

First things first. The food.

Ask me anything I want in the middle of my sleep and I will shout 'food'. I mean, thats what I study at school. Lol. I came here to get information on the place and while at it, I got a special encounter with the chef, and I ain't looking back. Here offers the sumptuous meals you want to eat on a getaway or a Sunday lunch. The cuisine oozes of exotic aromas, you won't have to ask the way to the dining room here. The ambience and the sweet smells just take your mind off the troubles for a minute.

Moving on.

The club hall.

Party lovers, where are you? You probably don't have to search anymore. Come dance and twist it to the beats from the in_house deejay gigs everyday!!! I mean, what else would you be looking for?

Aaaand, they host a live artist gig every Saturday. Are you really going to miss this and here the tales from people? Its happening this Saturday too. Get your soul to Gerish. It needs some beats!!

Children???

Come unto me and I shall show you where to beg mommie to take you next time. Nithi Gerish has all the things I would have given anything to see and play with while growing up. From swings, merry_go rounds, to slides and bouncing castles. And you know what, you can enjoy your favourite punch while at it. They have a Kid's World gig every Sunday,and a family fun day too. Why on earth would your after Church hours be boring and uneventful anymore? Take the ride!

Traveling and you stuck up on the way? Take the swing off the highway and grab an accommodation for yourself at Nithi Gerish. For just 1000 Kenya shillings for a single room and 1500 For a double room with exquisite ambience and free air. Could it get any better? Family fun got too intense and getting back home ain't an option? Just lodge where your party started. Damn! Life is just getting better nowadays, isn't it!?

Probably wondering, is that all?

Nop. They have a variety of all other services too. At affordable negotiable prices depending on what you aim at getting.

1. Outside catering

2. Conference halls- for up to 200 people

3. You hosting a party around? People to

talk to.

And you get to have a full photo session absolutely free when you check in!

M done explaining, let the pictures do the rest!

This place, super lovely. U don't want to miss it while you search for your ultimate family experience. I am definitely going back!!!

2. KILIMO TALII MERU SOUTH AGRICULTURAL LODGE

Chuka- Meru Highway, just before you get to Chogoria. This place is just out of this world. The long green lawns, quiet ambience, outside air, cozy feel under umbrella trees that make you want to sit outside all day. You haven't had a perfect getaway if you haven't spent a day or a weekend at Kilimo Talii lodge. You are looking for a quiet place to read your book while you enjoy a smoothie under the skies away from the hustle and noise in the towns, well, your troubles are done.

1.The lawns

You can lie and roll on them all day without a care in the world. A whole stretch of just green, well manicured lawns, with a touch of umbrella trees just incase your sun gets too much. Its cold, I know. But well covered up, your blankets can bite the walk permit for this place.

Perfect place for the kids to play their castles build up or fly their kites while you enjoy a good view and sip from the joy and comfort of watching your kids play their childhood away.

What more can you do with these lawns?

Photo shoots

Wedding receptions

Graduation parties

Outdoor cocktail parties

Do I really need to keep listing? Anything you want to do on a perfect outdoor platform, is doable here.

2. The conference hall and dining room

This one is something you haven't seen in a million years. The high thatch building that sums up as the face of this lodge, looks as pretty inside as it looks from the outside. What better place to hold your indoor parties, graduation parties, whatever. The art on the walls will make you fall in love with your heritage. African detail.

3. The cottages

Outside, you are getting into a traditional hut with the label "cottage" on its wall. But a different kind of experience is given to you on the inside. Modern. Detailed. Glamorous.The beds well spread and the rooms well cleaned, just waiting for your tired body to take a wanted rest. The washrooms make you want to jump in and take a shower in the middle of your day.

I was just taking walk past, I definitely must have an experience of spending a night or two in one of these cottages. Didn't I just love these pretty little cottages with everything you need for your comfort in a sleeping room including a full bouquet paid T.v access on a mounted LCD?

And then

Where did I leave this one?

The food!!!

Try the chicken, and wash it down with your choice of drink from the full stocked bar? It just makes you mellow. Specially made for you. Alacarte style. Fresh and Spicy, just as you may like.

You just have to order a meal, for you, or kids, or family course, relax on the lawns, and wait while its delivered to you "coming to America's king of Zermuda" style.

This place is a must do, if you are tired of the noise and hype in the towns and cities.

Feed your eyes to the scenery below.