Skal Now – October - December 2024 Edition

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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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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

From left - KTB Board chairman Mr. Francis Gichaba, skal Nairobi President Liz Tapawa, CS tourism and wildlife Mrs. Rebecca Miano. CEO KTB - Ms.June Chepkemei, Skal National President Maureen Ogolla

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

Rose
Pierra Mukami Sponsorship
Doreen Katsima Secretariat
Solomon Mugwe Hon Treasurer
Daniella Cellini Events
Umberto Daniel Vice president

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