Saudi Arabia, Kenya to boost cooperation in tourism sector
Plans are also afoot to open a full-fledged office of Kenya’s tourism department in Saudi Arabia, which will be entrusted with the task to generate awareness about Kenyan tourism products and to increase Riyadh-Nairobi tourism traffic,” said Kenyan Minister of Tourism Najib M. Balala, here Tuesday evening.
He met Prince Sultan bin Salman, chief of the Saudi Commission for Tourism and Antiquities (SCTA) and Fahd A. Balghunaim, Minister of Agriculture during his stay. Mohamud Ali Saleh, Kenyan ambassador, was also present during the meetings.
Balala, who held wide-ranging talks with top officials during his stay in Riyadh, said that the two sides were keen to share experiences in this sector. The Kenyan minister was speaking to Arab News in a special interview at Riyadh’s Al-Faisaliah Hotel.
The Kenyan minister pointed out that he had discussed with the head of SCTA Prince Sultan safari tourism and upgrading Saudi skills in the tourism sector. He said he would share with the SCTA the legal framework that governs the tourism sector of Kenya.
Referring to the broad areas of cooperation in tourism sector, he said, "Prince Sultan had done a great job especially in terms of promoting community-based tourism in the Kingdom …… Kenya can also learn from Saudi experience."
Also, Kenya has a lot to offer to the Saudi market in terms of training of personnel working in tourism sector, exchange of technical expertise and tourism programs, the Kenyan minister said.
The Kenyan government recently passed a tourism bill that harmonizes all existing laws of the tourism sector. To this end, he noted that the tourism sector of Kenya has been growing progressively. The country recorded the highest number of tourists’ arrivals ever at more than one million tourists in 2010. This was a 15 percent increase over 2009, said the minister, adding that this figure excludes travelers that entered the country by land, which could add up to another approximately 700,000 tourists.
Saudi Arabia, Kenya to boost cooperation in tourism sector - Arab News
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Friday, 15 July 2011
Wednesday, 29 June 2011
Fort Jesus, Mombasa has now been recognised as a UNESCO World heritage centre.
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Fort Jesus joins other world famous sites in Kenya already recgnized as Unesco world Heritage centres.
This include,
Kenya Lake system in the great rift valley (lakes Bogoria, Lake Elementaita and Lake Nakuru)
Lake Turkana National Parks
Mount Kenya National Park /natural forest
Paradise island of Lamu Old town
Sacred Mijikenda Kaya Forests
Fort Jesus of Mombasa
http://www.fortjesus.com/blog/mombasa/fort-jesus-mombasa-unesco-world-heritage-centre
Fort Jesus joins other world famous sites in Kenya already recgnized as Unesco world Heritage centres.
This include,
Kenya Lake system in the great rift valley (lakes Bogoria, Lake Elementaita and Lake Nakuru)
Lake Turkana National Parks
Mount Kenya National Park /natural forest
Paradise island of Lamu Old town
Sacred Mijikenda Kaya Forests
Fort Jesus of Mombasa
http://www.fortjesus.com/blog/mombasa/fort-jesus-mombasa-unesco-world-heritage-centre
Wednesday, 1 June 2011
Enjoy a Dhow Trip
Things to Do in Kenya
As you visit Kenya, there a few experiences you should not leave without. Kenya has been known worldwide for its glamorous culture and rich heritage, most of which place Kenya as one of the top tourist destinations in the world. Here are the top five recommendations of travelers and locals alike for tourists like you to make the most out of your experience:
1. Enjoy a Dhow Trip
Dhows were traditionally used by Arab traders who roamed from one port to another. Centuries after their first use, dhows are still readily and widely used in Kenya both as livelihood necessities and tourist attractions. Should you choose to avail of a dhow trip, you have the option of having a bigger dhow which is usually run by motors, or a smaller dhow which utilizes the wind for navigation. Whichever you opt for, the experience would definitely be exhilarating.
2. Take a Balloon Trip
A balloon trip over Kenya can be very memorable, most especially if you are in the company of the people you love. The trip would take you over acres of land, wherein you would be able to spot a variety of animals as you enjoy a better perspective of Kenya. It will often commence at early dawn, last for several hours, and end with a delicious breakfast served with a bottle of champagne.
3. Experience a Safari
If you are an animal lover or simply someone who appreciates the sight of animals, then an African Safari is the best experience for you. Once in a safari, you will be taken to various sights on your chosen reservation area. From such place, you will be able to witness how animals usually spend their days. In a safari, you might be able to see cheetahs, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and even hippos in action.
4. Visit a Traditional Village
A visit to a Traditionaltribal village would definitely let you experience the diverse kenyan culture at its finest. A visit such as this facilitates an interaction with the local people, and if you are lucky, they might even teach you some of the techniques of their crafts.
5. Head Out to the Beach
A visit to Kenya would not be complete if you fail to appreciate its clear and serene waters. Every visitor in Kenya must enjoy taking a dip into the Kenyan beach after a day’s worth of exploring the Kenyan land and air. After all, Kenya does boast of having one of the world’s most beautiful beaches.
As you visit Kenya, there a few experiences you should not leave without. Kenya has been known worldwide for its glamorous culture and rich heritage, most of which place Kenya as one of the top tourist destinations in the world. Here are the top five recommendations of travelers and locals alike for tourists like you to make the most out of your experience:
1. Enjoy a Dhow Trip
Dhows were traditionally used by Arab traders who roamed from one port to another. Centuries after their first use, dhows are still readily and widely used in Kenya both as livelihood necessities and tourist attractions. Should you choose to avail of a dhow trip, you have the option of having a bigger dhow which is usually run by motors, or a smaller dhow which utilizes the wind for navigation. Whichever you opt for, the experience would definitely be exhilarating.
2. Take a Balloon Trip
A balloon trip over Kenya can be very memorable, most especially if you are in the company of the people you love. The trip would take you over acres of land, wherein you would be able to spot a variety of animals as you enjoy a better perspective of Kenya. It will often commence at early dawn, last for several hours, and end with a delicious breakfast served with a bottle of champagne.
3. Experience a Safari
If you are an animal lover or simply someone who appreciates the sight of animals, then an African Safari is the best experience for you. Once in a safari, you will be taken to various sights on your chosen reservation area. From such place, you will be able to witness how animals usually spend their days. In a safari, you might be able to see cheetahs, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and even hippos in action.
4. Visit a Traditional Village
A visit to a Traditionaltribal village would definitely let you experience the diverse kenyan culture at its finest. A visit such as this facilitates an interaction with the local people, and if you are lucky, they might even teach you some of the techniques of their crafts.
5. Head Out to the Beach
A visit to Kenya would not be complete if you fail to appreciate its clear and serene waters. Every visitor in Kenya must enjoy taking a dip into the Kenyan beach after a day’s worth of exploring the Kenyan land and air. After all, Kenya does boast of having one of the world’s most beautiful beaches.
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