Tour operators head to Europe in search of customers

Nairobi; Kenya: Local tour operators have left for Europe in search of more customers. The operators from Diani in Kwale County, and Watamu in Kilifi County, are meeting their colleagues who operate in Europe to persuade them to send more visitors to Kenya.

The trip to the European markets of Germany, France and other countries, comes at a time when the traditional Coast destination has been abandoned over security concerns. "At present, the tourism sector is at its lowest point, a situation witnessed after a long time. Many hotels have closed down or are thinking about closing due to lack of clients. We decided to take matters in our own hands to market the country to reclaim the lost confidence," said Hans Juergen Langer, the proprietor of Temple Point Resort, who is also steering the campaign.