The Outbound Tour Operators Association of India (OTOAI) held a Press Conference on September 22, 2023 at The Hyatt Regency New Delhi to share details regarding its upcoming Convention in Nairobi, Kenya from November 24 – 27, 2023. This is the first time ever that a tourism convention in taking place in Kenya, which is an exciting destination.
Riaz Munshi, President, OTOAI said, “This is a much-awaited Convention as it is taking place after a gap of three years and that too in a destination like Kenya, which is still undiscovered by many in India. Sarova Hotels & Resorts, a leading hotel group headquartered in Kenya is our official hotel partner for the convention. One Above, with its multiple offices across India and abroad, are going to be our ground handlers in Kenya during the Convention. I am confident that this is going to be a great Convention and I invite you all to come and be a part of it.”
Shravan Bhalla, Vice President OTOAI and Convention Chairman shared, “Our supporting airline partner for the event is Air India from Delhi and Kenya Airways from Mumbai. We will open the registration for the Convention on September 27 and are expecting 200 delegates to be part of our annual convention. Those travelling to Kenya will have to get a mandatory Yellow Fever Vaccination 15 days prior to travel, Yellow Fever Vaccination certificate can be avail from any approved local government center. Another mandatory requirement to travel to Kenya is to obtain Polio Drops Vaccination/Vaccination Certificate from a local physician. We are thankful to our partners – Sarova Hotels and One Above, who have joined forces with us to make the event a success.”
Ms. Mita Vohra, Director, Sarova Hotels & Resorts Kenya was present on the occasion and expressed excitement on receiving such a huge delegation of tour operators from India soon. Mr. Irshad Ali and Mr. Vishal Somaiya, Directors, One Above also participated in the Press Meet and showed great faith in Kenya as a destination and a perfect venue for the OTOAI Convention. During the Press Conference, an MoU was also signed between Ms. Mita Vohra and Mr. Shravan Bhalla to seal the contract for the upcoming OTOAI Convention in Kenya.
The Association has worked out an attractive package for the OTOAI delegates who would be attending the Convention. The cost for Active Members Ex Mumbai starts from INR 79,999 +GST; the cost for Active Members Ex Delhi starts from INR 82,999 +GST. There are also attractive Pre and Post FAM Trips covering regions of Nakuru, Mara and Shaba in addition to the experience in Nairobi on first come first basis. A non-refundable Registration Fee of INR 4999/- +GST will also be charged.
Meanwhile, details on Convention theme, Business Sessions, Speakers etc. along with a detailed program will be shared in a few days by the Association.
