The Travel Lemming Podcast6 Marras 2025

I Took a Luxury Safari in Kenya Using Points (Podcast #32)

-Review of the JW Marriott Masai Mara - https://travellemming.com/perspectives/jw-marriott-masai-mara-safari-review/

If you've ever dreamed of going on a luxury safari in Kenya's Masai Mara, this episode is for you. Nate booked an all-inclusive safari experience through JW Marriott Masai Mara… and he did it entirely with Marriott Bonvoy points.

In this full review, Nate shares what to expect on game drives, what animals he saw, how this experience is different from budget options, what to expect at the lodge, how to book entirely using credit card points, & so much more.

Whether you're planning a honeymoon or just want to experience the Masai Mara in style, it's the trip of a lifetime.

Have a question about JW Marriott Masai Mara? Drop it in the comments 👇

📰 Articles from Travel Lemming.com

-Review of the JW Marriott Masai Mara - https://travellemming.com/perspectives/jw-marriott-masai-mara-safari-review/

#MasaiMara #JWMarriottMasaiMara #KenyaSafari

Timestamps:

00:00:00 – Introduction

00:01:37 – Safari Overview

00:05:09 – Booking with Marriott Points

00:10:00 – Arriving at the JW Marriott Masai Mara

00:13:27 – Game Drive Setup

00:18:34 – Wildlife Encounters

00:23:22 – Canon Camera Studio & Photo Perks

00:29:00 – Expert Guides

00:31:53 – Wildlife at the Resort & Safety Measures

00:37:00 – Best Time to Visit & Weather Tips

00:39:00 – Safety on Safari Drives

00:43:14 – Food, Drinks & Amenities at the JW Marriott

00:52:46 – Ethical Safaris & Conservation Efforts

01:02:17 – Total Trip Cost Without Points

01:03:36 – The New Ritz-Carlton Safari Camp

01:08:05 – Outro & Final Thoughts

Tämä jakso on lisätty Podme-palveluun avoimen RSS-syötteen kautta eikä se ole Podmen omaa tuotantoa. Siksi jakso saattaa sisältää mainontaa.

Jaksot(44)

Venice - What to Know Before Your Trip (Pod #44)

👉 Watch Taylor's 19-part Venice series on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLb1sWKComFtjNSJP1c1eHkuD1jxRPJpzr&si=uKjGX6mE7PMxOY-3 Taylor stayed in 12 Venice hotels over 16 nights. In this...

6 Elo 43min

Spain for First-Timers (How to Plan the Perfect Trip) (Pod #43)

👉 Plan your trip to Spain with TravelLemming.com: https://travellemming.com/spain/ Planning a first-time visit to Spain? Don't leave it to chance. In this episode, Catherine, Meera, and Sky chat abo...

16 Heinä 1h 4min

Vancouver Island - What to Know Before Your Trip (Pod #42)

👉 Where to stay in Victoria, Vancouver Island: https://travellemming.com/where-to-stay-in-victoria/ 👉 23 things to do on Vancouver Island: https://travellemming.com/vancouver-island-things-to-do/ ...

4 Kesä 25min

Traveling with Kids 101 (Podcast #41)

What planning trips teaches kids 👉 https://travellemming.com/perspectives/i-let-my-kid-wander-freely-around-the-airport-here-are-my-reasons-why/ Nervous about traveling with your kids for the first...

14 Touko 39min

North Carolina Travel Guide for First Timers (Podcast #40)

In this episode, Lea Rose & Betty chat about all things North Carolina! Lea Rose was born & raised in North Carolina, and she shares essential things to know about the state + what you should know bef...

23 Huhti 29min

Day of the Dead in Mexico City (How to Plan for the Festival) (Pod #39)

Don't wait until the last minute to plan your trip to Mexico City for Dia de los Muertos. In this episode, Betty & Cat discuss exactly what you need to do in order to prepare for the holiday. They cha...

12 Maalis 33min

Peru - How to Plan the Perfect Trip (Podcast #38)

Imagine going to Machu Picchu and your view is 100% blocked by fog! This happened to Nate on his recent Peru trip, but thankfully he made a decision the night before that saved his whole visit. In th...

26 Helmi 36min

Vancouver - What to Know Before Your Trip (Pod #37)

Don't plan your trip to Vancouver, British Columbia without watching this podcast episode. Cat is a Vancouver local, and Betty interviews her on everything a first-timer needs to know before they go. ...

29 Tammi 34min