{"id":15115,"date":"2017-02-27T10:15:35","date_gmt":"2017-02-27T14:15:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/nickgrinlinton.com\/blog\/?p=15115"},"modified":"2017-02-27T10:56:08","modified_gmt":"2017-02-27T14:56:08","slug":"recommendations-visiting-iten","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/nickgrinlinton.com\/blog\/recommendations-visiting-iten\/","title":{"rendered":"Recommendations for Visiting Iten"},"content":{"rendered":"

Here are recommendations for visiting Iten. Although I had a great experience regardless, bringing these items as well as taking advice from the locals made me feel at home.<\/p>\n

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  1. Arrange to have your Kenya visa ahead of time. I obtained my visa in New York, but an easier option is securing one online: http:\/\/evisa.go.ke\/evisa.html<\/a>.<\/li>\n
  2. It might not hurt to see a travel specialist regarding vaccinations. Personally, I didn’t receive the yellow fever vaccine before\u00a0visiting Iten. The altitude is high enough and Iten is quite clean. Do not worry\u00a0about contracting any diseases. However, I do recommend scheduling\u00a0an appointment with a health professional.<\/li>\n
  3. Drink from bottled water. My guide told me to not drink the water unless I was Kenyan. Tap water works for\u00a0bathing and brushing teeth, but play it safe with hydrating. Some athletes actually became ill during my stay. I would also recommend bringing an electric kettle travel set.<\/li>\n
  4. Bring an international plug adaptor to charge your electronics.<\/li>\n
  5. Be prepared to wait awhile to go places or do little things. The lifestyle in Kenya is very relaxed compared to other parts of the world. I never experienced delays when meeting with other Kenyan athletes. However, keep in mind this common saying: \u201cYou say meet at 1. They come at 1:59. It\u2019s still 1.\u201d<\/li>\n
  6. Carry the local currency to make purchases (Kenyan Shillings). Use an ATM Machine at the airport or in town to procure the currency. For American currency, the\u00a0ATM machines will provide a better rate of exchange.<\/li>\n
  7. Ask permission to take photos of the athletes. Some\u00a0world-class runners guard their privacy and homes.<\/li>\n
  8. Bring your own sunscreen. It’s really hard to find in Kenya.<\/li>\n
  9. Carry a cheap phone and purchase a Kenya sim card to make calls.\u00a0Obtaining a sim is easiest at the airport.<\/li>\n
  10. Bring the right gear, including the right shoes. I\u2019d recommend trainers or trail shoes for good grip on the running paths in Iten. Also, donate your gear at the end of your stay. The athletes will really appreciate it.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Previous posts about my trip to Kenya:<\/h6>\n

    My Last Day: Revisiting Nairobi<\/a><\/p>\n

    My Last Full Day in Iten: Meeting Abel Kirui<\/a><\/p>\n

    Life Lessons from Kenyan Culture<\/a><\/p>\n

    Kenyan Style Running<\/a><\/p>\n

    Singore Forest & Visiting Helah Kiprop<\/a><\/p>\n

    Speedwork at Kamariny & Thursday Fartlek<\/a><\/p>\n

    Eldoret, Kenya: Shoe4Africa and Imani Workshop<\/a><\/p>\n

    Lessons Learned Exploring Kenya<\/a><\/p>\n

    St. Patrick\u2019s High School: Athletics Kenya Cross Country Series<\/a><\/p>\n

    Iten, Kenya: Home of the Champions<\/a><\/p>\n

    Nairobi, Kenya: The Arrival<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

    Here are recommendations for visiting Iten. Although I had a great experience regardless, bringing these items as well as taking advice from the locals made me feel at home. Arrange to have your Kenya visa ahead of time. I obtained my visa in New York, but an easier option is securing one online: http:\/\/evisa.go.ke\/evisa.html. It […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[288,272],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nRecommendations for Visiting Iten - Nick Grinlinton's Musings<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Recommendations for what to bring and what to look out for when visiting Iten, Kenya. 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