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Don't have plans for Labor Day weekend? [Tripsavvy Travel Today]( On Our Radar [How to Have the Absolute Best Labor Day Vacation, According to Experts]( Because travel has been especially difficult recently. [Royal Caribbean to Install SpaceX's Starlink Internet Onboard Its Entire Fleet]( Get ready to surf on the high seas at the highest speeds. [7 TripSavvy Editors Create Their Dream Hotel]( In-room libraries, heated floors, and luxe linens are features we'd like to see. Destination of the Day Kigali, Rwanda Established as the capital after [Rwanda]( gained independence from Belgium in 1962, [Kigali]( is located roughly at the country’s geographical center, making it a natural gateway for visitors and an excellent base for exploring [Rwanda’s best attractions](. If you have time, plan to spend at least a few days in the city itself rather than simply passing through. Learn about the Rwandan Genocide by visiting one of [Kigali’s many museums and memorials]( that exist to commemorate its victims, wander around Niyo Art Gallery to see the best of Kigali’s flourishing contemporary art scene, and partake in the city's [impressive restaurant scene](. When you're ready to explore more of the country, popular sites—including [Volcanoes National Park]( and the genocide memorials of Ntarama and Nyamata—are [within reach](. Vacation Like a Pro In Kigali, taxis and moto-taxis (motorcycles) abound. The latter is the cheaper option. Many visitors choose to hire a vehicle and driver for their time in Rwanda, especially if they plan on doing a significant amount of traveling. [Jessica Macdonald]( Contributing Writer Your Packing List If your trip is during the long dry season (June to mid-September), pack layers—including thin, long-sleeved shirts and [pants]( protection against the sun and biting insects. The short rainy season lasts from October to November in most parts of Rwanda and generally sees less precipitation than the long rainy season. Layers will also be your friend this season. Bring long-sleeved shirts and pants that can dry quickly in between rain showers. Warm sweaters and [coats]( will get you through chilly evenings. Sturdy [hiking boots]( and malaria medication are essential all year round. Trending in Travel [Here Are the National Park Fee-Free Days for 2022]( [The Best US Cities for a Quickie Vacay]( [Is an All-Inclusive Resort the Right Choice for You?]( Get Inspired The Namib Desert is one of the oldest deserts in the world, and at its heart lies the Sossusvlei dune sea. Here, ocher dunes rise in spectacular star-shaped peaks, outlined against the azure sky. Staying at Sesriem Camp (located within the park gates) affords you early access to the dunes—a major benefit for anyone wanting to climb to the top of iconic peak [Dune 45]( in time for sunrise. Got Any Tips? Have a travel tip or feedback on how we can improve? Send us a note at feedback@tripsavvy.com and you may just see it in a future newsletter! [Tripsavvy]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [Linkedin]( [Unsubscribe]( This email was sent to {EMAIL} | Was this email forwarded to you? [Subscribe here]( ©2022 — All rights reserved. [Privacy Policy]( | [Terms of Service]( A DOTDASH MEREDITH BRAND 28 Liberty Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10005