Kenya’s Minister of Tourism is promoting the counties business and tourism potential at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2009 currently under way in Dubai. Najib Bala, accompanied by a delegation from the Kenya Tourist Board (KTB) said their primary focus at ATM 2009 is to promote tourism, investment, and trade. Tourism is the counties second biggest foreign exchange earner, after agriculture. Bala said an interim tourist office will open in Dubai this Sunday to help enhance relations between the two countries.
Speaking to members of the press at the ATM 2009, Bala said the Kenyan government plans to increase the number of tourists from the UAE, and the number of flights between t he Middle East and Kenya have increased. He noted that Barack Obama’s presidency has focused attention on Kenya, and the number of tourists to Obama’s hometown, Ogelo, has experienced an unprecedented surge.
Also known as St Mary on the Strand, this church is among Vienna's oldest surviving buildings and is an example of Gothic-styled architecture. It is situated near the Danube Canal; a branch of the river Danube. It is associated with the Czech community. Location: Salvatorgasse 12, near the Donaukanal....
This lively and beautiful park is a great haven for those looking to relax on their visit to Oman. The park is carefully planned and features beautiful landscaping, with ponds, plenty of shade, and a modern village exhibit to entertain those walking throughout the premises. Kids will enjoy this destination, especially the Ferris wheel within the park’s grounds. At night, the park is filled with Om...
The historic Trinity Church is an anachronism in New York’s Financial District. The first Trinity Church opened in 1698, part of the Episcopalian denomination. The current building is the third incarnation, completed in 1846. It is a magnificent example of Gothic Revival architecture and the 86m spire made Trinity Church the tallest building in New York City until 1890. Today the grounds o...
Winter is the last thing that comes to mind on a sweltering 45 degree afternoon in Dubai. Unless of course you happen to be at Ski Dubai in the Mall of the Emirates, the first and largest indoor snow park in the world. This is another of Dubai's zany wonders. Enjoy five runs of varying difficulty, height, and gradient. The longest is over 400m with a 60m drop, and skis and ...