My first Meal in Tanzania, Africa

After some 22 hours of travel + transit, finally managed to arrive at Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania. Attempting to get out of the plane was quite a challenge. There was a mad rush of passengers wanting to get out ASAP (didn't know why then !!). On reaching the custom clearance area, it became clear why the rush. Everyone was grabbing forms to fill in Arrival Cards and Application for Visa. There was only one person receiving the forms and he was the most popular man on the ground. The whole process took almost 45 min. Next was to recover our bags. Everyone was standing by the conveyor belt waiting for their bags to appear. The anxious look on the many faces (including mine !!) showed the remote possibility that our bags were lost since all had to transit at Dubai. When the bags finally showed up, it as a further 40-50 min.

My airport pick-up also did not take place. Either he gave up waiting for me or the message did not get through. Walked a couple of rounds before being approached by the local taxi drivers offering a ride to the Hotel. (Another round of anxiety !!)
On reaching the hotel, The Kilimanjaro Kempinski, there was a general feeling of relief that I've finally arrived. Tired, hungry and sleepy (not necessary in that order !!). Took a quick shower and headed to the restaurant to catch a quick bite. To my surprise, the 2 available restaurants were closed. They only open at 1900 hrs (that's midnight in Singapore). Eyelids were already supported by match sticks so headed back to the room and ordered room service. The "fish & chips" seem the most inviting and had it with a glass of freshly squeezed orange. Was told that the fillet was from a "parrot fish" but it didn't registered much in the brain dead mind. Quick meal and faced the ceiling not too long after that. So much for my first African experience !!!