Kenya Airways (KQ) has taken a significant step in its fleet expansion strategy with the arrival of a Boeing 737-800 on February 16, 2025. Acquired from Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE), the aircraft marks a crucial milestone in the airline’s ongoing efforts to modernize its fleet, improve operational efficiency, and enhance regional and international connectivity.

According to the Kenya

The Kenya Association of Travel Agents (KATA) and Kenya Airways have confirmed that operations at all major airports in Kenya were severely disrupted on Wednesday morning, September 11, due to a surprise strike by aviation workers.

“Our inquiries to major airlines operating from Jomo Kenyatta (NBO) and other airports show that flights have been grounded due to unavailability of essential

As Kenya's peak tourism season begins, violent unrest and aviation disruptions have engulfed the country, raising concerns in the local tourism industry.

Proposed tax hikes have sent young protesters into protests streets of Kenya during a peaceful demonstration that turned violent. The proposed tax hike was withdrawn by the government, but protests continue over dissatisfaction with the

CityBlue Hotels partners with National Museums of Kenya (NMK) to promote tourism and culture in Kenya.

The alliance will include sponsorships, co-branding and co-marketing. CityBlue Hotels is an African hotel chain operating in Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, South Sudan, Tanzania and Ghana, with partnership agreements with more than 20 hotels in South Africa and Mozambique.

NMK - a

Virgin Limited Edition has announced the addition of luxury safari camp Finch Hattons in Kenya to its portfolio of properties.

The camp, located in Tsavo National Park, will become the brand's fifth facility in Africa after the opening of Mahali Mzuri in Kenya, the Ulusaba private game reserve, the Mont Rochelle Hotel and Vineyard in South Africa and the Kasbah Tamadot in Morocco.

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Last month, JW Marriott opened its second hotel in Kenya - JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi in the Westlands commercial district. Another hotel is the JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge.

Westlands, Nairobi's entertainment capital, is just 3 km from the city's central business district and 20 km from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

The 35-story hotel has 315 rooms, five restaurants, a

To complement growing demand for travel to Kenya, Kenya Airways has added two additional flights to its New York route from June 15 to June 28 September, covering the peak summer season.

While the move increases the number of weekly flights to New York to nine, the new flights on Thursdays and Saturdays provide South African travelers with particularly good connections to and from New

In Kenya strict new rules are being introduced for establishments such as bars, pubs, nightclubs, hotels and other alcohol establishments. These measures are aimed at reducing alcohol abuse.

The opening hours of establishments selling alcohol are strictly regulated: from 17.00 to 23.00 on weekdays and from 14.00 to 23.00 on weekends.

As travelers seek more unique and immersive experiences, they are prioritizing off-grid adventures, cultural exchange and digital detoxification while sharing authentic connections.

These new priorities have emphasized that experiences matter more than just souvenirs, says traveldailynews.com.

Sustainable Travel

Sustainability is changing the way people travel and spurring

Kenya has waived application fees for a new electronic travel authorization (eTA) for travelers from seven countries, including the key market of the South Africa.

The eTA agreement came into force at the beginning of 2024, ostensibly as part of President William Ruto's promise to provide visa-free entry to travelers from all countries of the world. The eTA has been met with mixed reactions

In December, Kenya President William Ruto unveiled a new visa system, saying travelers from around the world would no longer need a visa to enter the country . His idea behind the need to abolish visas was to transform Kenya into a hub for tourism and non-profit activities.

Ruto added that anyone from any corner of the globe would no longer have to bear the burden Applying for a visa to

Kenya-based Safarilink and Yellow Wings Air Services, both of which offer flights to safari destinations in East Africa, are partnering with US electric aviation company Surf Air Mobility in a bid to bring electric aircraft travel to the region.

Both companies are committed to achieving a more environmentally friendly way of flying and protecting wildlife in the region, reports simpleflying.com.

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Visitors from all over the world will soon no longer need a visa to visit Kenya. This initiative will come into force in January 2024. In a major move to boost tourism and foster global connectivity, Kenyan President William Ruto announced on December 12 that visitors from around the world will no longer need a visa to enter the country from January.

The groundbreaking move is part of the