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Kenya Reopening Borders for tourism

Good news for Kenya

Kenya has announced that they will reopen for international tourism on August 1st. The announcement made on July 6th also states that Kenya will lift all internal travel restrictions on the same day.

This move is part of Kenya’s plans to restart the economy especially the tourism industry after almost four months of lockdown restrictions.  International flights have been banned in Kenya since March 25th.  This phased reopening of international flights includes the lifting of a ban on movement in and out of the port city of Mombasa and north-eastern Mandera.

Restart the economy

President Kenyatta also announced the lifting of a ban on movement in and out of the capital Nairobi.  He explained that International air travel in and out of the territory of Kenya shall resume on August 1st.  The curfew from 9:00pm to 4:00am will remain in place for an additional 30 days, effective immediately.

Adding to the announcement Kenyatta said “we have reached a reasonable level of preparedness across the country to allow us to reopen,” and warned that the reopening was conditional. “Any trends that signal a worsening of the pandemic, we will have no choice but to return to the lockdown.”

Kenyatta also announced that places of worship will be allowed to reopen, but with a maximum of 100 people attending. He urged citizens to continue to implement social distancing, and exercise cautious optimism and avoid reckless abandon.

Safe Travel Stamp from the World Travel and Tourism Council

travel stamp from world travel and tourism counsel

On July 2nd, Kenya was awarded the Safe Travel Stamp from the World Travel and Tourism Council.  This means Kenya has been recognised as a country that has adopted global health and hygiene protocols for the tourism sectors to reopen.

‘…one of Africa’s most spectacular destinations…’

Kenya is one of Africa’s most spectacular destinations.  Kenya offers unspoiled wilderness and habitats.  In Kenya the wildlife, including rare and endangered species roam freely.  Kenya is an adventure with stretches of white sand beaches and dense forests.  Refreshing cool breezes drift across the Indian Ocean in Kenya.

A visit to Kenya is an African lifetime experience!

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Dubai is open for tourism – gets safe certification.

Dubai reopened for tourism on 7 July 2020

Dubai has announced that the city reopened for tourism on July 7th. Delightful Dubai with attractions such as the world’s tallest building the Burj Khalifa and the sail-shaped luxury Burj Al-Arab is the world’s busiest destination for international travel.

Confidence

Authorities say the beautiful beaches and shopping malls in Dubai are safe tourist attractions.  The city will continue to fight and control the coronavirus with confidence.  They realise it will take time for visitors to arrive and believe that sharing their confidence will welcome travellers.

‘…superb shopping malls and amazing architecture…’

In 2019 Dubai welcomed 16.7million international guests, up from 15.9million in 2018.  The city’s 741 hotels accommodated around 75% occupancy for the year, with visitors staying on average 3½ days. Tourists simply love the nightlife scene in Dubai’s, their many restaurants, superb shopping malls and amazing architecture.

Travel regulations

Everyone entering public places in Dubai will receive a temperature check from a staff member carrying a thermometer. They will notice continuous cleaning by means of fog disinfectants over rooms and wiping down of tables and chairs. Above fulfilling government regulations, Dubai has obtained outside certification for its cleaning routines.

There are strict travel regulations in place in Dubai.  In order to travel, tourists must take a COVID-19 test within 96 hours of their flight and be able to show a negative result to their airline. If this is not done, visitors will be tested on arrival and required to isolate while waiting for results which takes a few hours. Travellers must have health insurance covering COVID-19 or sign a declaration agreeing to cover the costs of treatment and isolation.

Dubai among first middle eastern destinations to restart tourism.

Tourism is key

Dubai is among the first Middle Eastern destinations to restart tourism. Issam Kazim, CEO of Dubai Corporation for Tourism is ready to welcome the many travellers who have been in lockdown in their homes for months. He said “We’re very excited about this because tourism is a key pillar for Dubai.  We have been making sure that the public and visitors’ health and safety is of utmost importance. We are confident, optimistic and we’ve made sure that during this time Dubai remains top of mind.”

‘…adrenaline-filled activities…’

Dubai Tourism has launched a campaign ‘Ready When You Are’ that highlights Dubai’s famous attractions and adrenaline-filled activities with an announcement that tourists are welcome once again.

Something for everyone!

The bustling city of Dubai has a mix of activities for every taste; beautiful beaches, mysterious deserts and heritage sites. Dubai offers a variety of sightseeing tours and thrilling fun filled explorations.

‘…beautiful beaches, mysterious deserts…’

Dubai credits its aggressive testing and sanitization campaign, from hotels and malls to airports, as playing a major role in its reopening. The city was recently awarded a Safe Travel Certification from the World Travel and Tourism Council.

Dubai has been awarded a safe travel certification

Read also: How are New Zealand emerging from the corona virus pandemic?

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