Kenya sees surge in Asia-Pacific tourists as AirAsia X launches new Nairobi-Kuala Lumpur route.

Kenya expects a boost in tourists from the Asia-Pacific region following AirAsia X's inaugural flight from Kuala Lumpur to Nairobi, which brought 377 travelers from countries including China, Japan, and Singapore. The new route aims to diversify tourist sources and protect against economic and geopolitical risks. AirAsia X will operate four weekly flights between Nairobi and Kuala Lumpur, potentially increasing Kenya's tourist numbers to five million by 2027.

November 16, 2024
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