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Letter from Skal Nairobi President
Dear Skalleagues,
As we approach the end of a very successful tourism week, I reminisce on my recent invitation to the opening of the Gem Forest Hotel Nairobi MGallery Collection.
Nairobi is definitely heading in the right direction in terms of the level of investment being put into new openings. In the same month I was invited to see the newly opened Kwetu Curio by Hilton and it is by far Nairobi’s best kept secret. Trademark Enaki suites is next on my list.
All the above properties are lined up to host our up coming Skal events and we all look forward to the showcase and networking.
October 10th Kwetu Curio Brunch
December 11th Trademark suites Enaki
February 2025 - Gem Forest Hotel
As we look forward to the end of year, I urged our members to remember our commitment to St Paul’s children center book drive which is still on going. Donations can able channeled through the skal mpesa number as we hope to be able to buy books and open the library by December 2024.
In the spirit of the upcoming festive season, members are free to donate towards both St. Paul’s & Liberty children homes Christmas treat .
It’s been a great season for me and I wish you happiness, friendship, good health & long live Skal!
“serve with purpose“
LIZ TAPAWA
President Skål Nairobi 2023/24
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ISSUE O4: OCTOBER | NOVEMBER | DECEMBER | 2024
QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER
EDITORIAL TEAM:
Liz Tapawa
Skal President Richard Achar Creative Designer
Skalleagues Networking
Skal Nairobi Trophy Presentation
We presented the Perpetual Michael O’Flynn trophy to our Cabinet Secretary Tourism and Wildlife Mrs. Rebecca Miano.
Skål International Nairobi is set to return the trophy during the up coming Skål Congress 2024 Izmir Turkey
We appreciate the support of all the clubs that voted for us, Skål International, Kenya Tourism Board and all our members for their contribution towards all our CSR activities.
In picture:
Francis Gichaba The Chairman - Kenya Tourism Board
June Chepkemei CEO Kenya Tourism Board
Skal Kenya National President - Maureen Ogolla
CS Tourism and Wildlife - Rebecca Miano
President Skal Nairobi - Liz Tapawa
We acknowledge and appreciate KTB Board member and past Skal President Victor Shitakha for making this meeting possible.
This win is not only for Kenya but for Africa .
Skål
Kenya is always top of mind and Visiting skalleague Steven is living proof. He was graciously hosted by our members Patrick Oketch and Vice President Umberto Daniel as he toured the country and paid a courtesy call to KATO & KTB with the aim of promoting destination Kenya.
Karibu #MagicalKenya Skål International Nairobi Skål International Africa
CSR: A Skal Monaco Initiative
Skalleagues Bridgit and Constantine from Skal International Monaco were in Amboseli Kenya where they were handing over classrooms at Esiteti Primary School.
Skal Monaco has been supporting the school and this was one of the many occasions where Constantine and Bridgit have always participated and personally attended.
We are so grateful for their support & generosity all in the spirit of Skål.
Patrick Oketch & Julie Dabaly Scott were present to represent Skal International Nairobi at the event
Qatar Airways Travel Agents Award Event
Julie Dabaly Scott MD Bunson travel with Mr. Fadi Talat Zuraikat ~ Qatar Regional Manager - East Africa, Anisa Hamida Ebrahim our Travel Manager.
Bunson travel was Recognized as Top seller for Qatar airlines business Class Q suite.
Date: 29th November
Venue: Tamarind Brassiere karen
Time: 10:00am
Skal Kenya Coast at 52
Skal Kenya coast celebrated their 52 years anniversary at the tamarind Dhow Mombasa. The event coincided with the world tourism day celebrations.
In attendance
Past National President - Mehboob Harunani
Skal Nairobi President - Liz Tapawa
Skal Kenyan National president - Maureen Ogolla
Skal Kenya Coast President and host of the event Janet Chamia
Skal Kenya Coast Past president - Effie Fernandez
Skal Nairobi past president - Zippy Njiiri
Skal Kenya Coast past president - Richard Kinyua
Building Bridges for Peace: Skål International supports World Tourism Day 2024
#WorldTourismDay #BuildingBridges
Building Bridges for Peace: Skål International supports World Tourism Day 2024. As we approach the 27th of September, Skål International is proud to join the celebration of World Tourism Day 2024, themed ‘Tourism and Peace’.
Tourism is not only an economic driver but also a powerful tool for fostering peace and international cooperation. As highlighted by Annette Cardenas, President of Skål International: “At Skål International, we firmly believe in the power of tourism to build bridges and promote peace. We are committed to continuing our work together to create a future where tourism is a force for good, uniting people and strengthening our global communities.”
Skål International boasts nearly 12,500 professional members in more than 300 clubs across over 84 countries. This extensive presence underscores our global reach and influence in promoting responsible and peaceful tourism.
We invite all our members and the global community to join us in celebrating World Tourism Day 2024, and to work together to promote responsible and peaceful tourism that benefits everyone.
#TourismAndPeace #ResponsibleTourism
#EmpoweringDiversity #SkalNetwork
#SkalInternational #Skalleagues
UN Tourism | International Institute for Peace through Tourism (IIPT)
www.kenya.skal.org