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05/08/2024

ACCOR OPENS NEW NAIROBI HOTEL TARGETING DIPLOMATS / TOURISTS

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Hospitality group Accor has opened its 105-room Gem Forest Hotel along Nairobi’s Limuru Road, marking the ninth property it manages in Kenya’s competitive market.

The property, built at a cost of $30 million (Sh3.9 billion), is targeting clients from the diplomatic community who mostly live and reside in the neighboring estates of Gigiri, Runda, Muthaiga, Rosslyn and Nyari.

"We expect diplomats to be among our biggest clients, Gigiri is home to many embassies, so they are a primary focus,” said Jigar Patel, the owner of the hotel.

“At the same time, our property is stunning, catering to business travelers, diplomats, and tourists alike."
The location of the hotel is expected to help it attract United Nations and non-governmental organizations delegates as well as consultants, contractors, diplomats, leisure visitors and the local community.

Luxurious experience

Gem Forest Hotel is close to Nairobi’s city centre, the Village Market shopping and recreation complex, and the UN agencies including the United Nations Environment Programme (Unep).
The hotel is a boutique, design-oriented establishment, promising a unique and luxurious experience for its guests.

Its 10-storey structure offers a view of the Karura Forest. The property seeks to assure its guests of their safety through investment in security.

“We have invested significantly in security, the entire ground floor features bulletproof glass,” Mr Patel said.
Guests at the hotel can indulge in an Indian-inspired dining experience at the Kahani Restaurant, which offers modern Indian dishes, a buffet breakfast, and a curated selection of international and local cuisine.

The hotel also boasts a swimming pool, a gym, and conference spaces with a combined capacity to seat up to 80 guests.
Travel industry

Gem Forest Hotel is the ninth property to be managed by Accor in Kenya. The hospitality group’s other establishments in the country are Movenpick Hotel & Residences Nairobi, Fairmont The Norfolk, ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands, Mercure Nairobi Upper Hill, Pullman Nairobi Upper Hill, Fairmont Mara Safari Club, Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club and Novotel Nairobi Westlands.

Investments in hotels has continued to grow at a time when the global travel industry has recovered from the fallout of the Covid-19 pandemic, with hospitality brands competing for a share of the domestic and foreign client base.

The JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi, with 315 rooms and 51 serviced apartments, opened in March in a move that expanded the city’s bed capacity.

Among the new hotels that opened in Kenya recently is the 100-room Dusit Princess Residences Westlands, the 128-room Pan Pacific Serviced Suites Nairobi and the 20-room JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge.

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13/07/2024

Nashipai keeps watch over her little punks, Masai Mara, Kenya, Sept 2023
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11/07/2024

GREAT MIGRATION KICKS-OFF WITH STRONG VISITOR NUMBERS

This year the Great Migration in the Masai Mara is expected to exceed pre-pandemic numbers with Kenya’s media reporting that early occupancy bookings have reached 95% of total capacity.

The migration peak season, from July to September, sees millions of wildebeests cross from Tanzania's Serengeti National Park to Kenya's Masai Mara. This natural spectacle draws thousands of international and local tourists, eager to witness the world’s eighth wonder.

The dramatic river crossings, where crocodiles prey on the wildebeests, are a key highlight.

A survey by Kenyan newspaper, The Standard, highlighted that investors are hopeful of “reaping big” from the phenomenon after devastating floods that wreaked havoc on some camps and lodges along rivers.

Masai Mara Chief Warden, Stephen Minis, agreed with this optimistic outlook, noting that the reserve’s management expects over 100 000 tourists this year.

He said there were increased bookings from the US, Europe and Asia this year. Minis reiterated that, despite ongoing protests in the cities, tourists in the Masai Mara are safe.

“We take the safety of our visitors very seriously and we have rolled out additional safety measures to ensure this over the peak period,” said Minis.

GREAT MIGARTION HIGHLIGHTS

The Great Migration is unique to the Serengeti and the Masai Mara and savannah’s grasses become home to more than 1.5 million zebra, wildebeest and antelopes trekking from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara, in search of greener pastures and water.

From mid-July the herds enter the Masai Mara and embark on their fateful Mara River crossing. Crocodiles and hippos living on the banks of the Mara River are only two of the dangers the wildebeest and zebra encounter upon crossing the river.

Furthermore, a stream of migrating prey offers the big cats a seemingly endless buffet of meal options. Lions, leopards and cheetahs grow stronger during this time of year and are able to provide their cubs with a strong source of food.

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09/07/2024

MALAYSIAN CARRIER STARTS KENYA ROUTE

AirAsiaX (AAX), a Malaysian low-cost carrier, is to launch flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi on November 15.

The route will serve as an essential link to connect Asia and Africa and should encourage trade, tourism and business relations between the regions.

AAX will offer passengers on the route seamless connections to 130 destinations across southeast, northern and central Asia.

"For more than two decades, the airline has effectively bridged the gap between Asia, Australia and beyond to Malaysia, and now we can look forward to receiving more travelers from Kenya to explore our beautiful destinations in Malaysia such as Kuching, Kota Kinabalu, Penang, Langkawi and others,” said Malaysia's Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Tiong King Sing.

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Note: Kenya nationals & most African countries do not need a visa to visit Malaysia for a stay of up to 30 days.

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25/06/2024

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19/06/2024

Nashipai and her little punks. Masai Mara, Kenya
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12/06/2024

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15/05/2024

HOTEL GROUP MAKES EAST AFRICAN DEBUT

Pullman Hotels & Resorts, an Accor brand, will make its debut in East Africa in June with the opening of Pullman Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill.

The 162-room hotel will target both the business and leisure markets, featuring state-of-the-art meeting and events spaces, along with a fitness centre, a heated outdoor pool and a brasserie restaurant.

"We're excited about the opening of Pullman Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill, catering for the needs of the hyper-connected business and leisure traveller. With a focus on immersive art design, food and beverage, fitness, and smart interaction, we're poised to offer dynamic services and experiences,” said Pullman Hotels & Resorts Director of Sales and Marketing, Susan Waringa.

The hotel is located in the Kenyan capital’s financial district, a 15-minute drive from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

“We eagerly anticipate the opportunities ahead and are committed to collaborating with stakeholders in the hotel industry to enhance Kenya's tourism sector,” said Waringa.

The introduction of the Pullman brand adds to Accor’s other offerings in Kenya, which include three Fairmont properties, the Mercure Nairobi Upper Hill, Mövenpick Hotel & Residences, Gem Forest Hotel & Spa and ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands.

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03/05/2024

TOURITS RESCUED FROM MASAI MARA FLOODS

Severe flooding has forced the emergency evacuation of least 90 tourists from several camps in the iconic Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya, after a major river and several tributaries broke their banks on Tuesday.

The Talek River, which runs through the centre of the reserve and several adjoining conservancies, broke its banks following weeks of heavy rainfall, submerging camps and leaving tourists and staff stranded.

At least 188 people, mostly in central Kenya, have died as a result of flash floods and landslides since the start of Kenya’s long rainy season, running from March to May.

Patrick Ole Ntutu, Governor of Narok County – where the Masai Mara is located – said in a statement on Wednesday that government had mobilised aerial resources for the evacuation of “dozens of tourists”.

“We have deployed two helicopters to evacuate people from affected areas upon receiving the distress calls. It is essential for individuals and communities to relocate to safer areas where needed and ensure access to emergency supplies,” said Ntutu.

Aiding the government’s emergency response, the Kenyan Red Cross said in an X post on Wednesday that it had rescued 90 people from the affected camps via boat, vehicle and aircraft.

A social media post issued by the Masai Mara National Reserve on Thursday highlighted a list of 11 camps that had been closed as a result of the flooding:

• Fig Tree Camp
• Julia’s River Camp
• Pride Inn Mara Camp and Cottages
• Mara Leisure Camp
• Ilkeliani Camp
• Tipilikwani Mara Camp
• ⁠Talek Bush Camp
• Elewana Sand River Mara River
• Sala’s Camp
• ⁠JW Marriott Maasai Mara Lodge
• Mara Acacia Camp
• Mara Simba Lodge
• Ol Sheki Camp
• Riverside Camp
• Crocodile Camp
• Mara Eden Camp
• Ishara
• Mara Bushtops
• Kandoni

Weather forecasts for the reserve show that rainfall will ease in the coming week, with approximately 40mm expected between Friday, May 3 and Saturday, May 10.

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