Kenya Tourist Board Embarks on its 2012 U.S. Roadshow: Oct 16-18 2012

The Kenya Tourist Board is pleased to announce the launch of its annual travel agent roadshow taking place throughout the U.S. this October. The roadshow will provide agents with an opportunity to learn more about Kenya, how to promote and sell the destination to their clients, as well as showcase Kenya's varied offerings. This year's show will feature Kenyan suppliers ranging from camps and lodges to safari operators and international airlines.

The three-city roadshow will take place October 16 – 18 in Chicago, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C. Travel agents are encouraged to register for the below events taking place from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at each location.

• October 16, 2012: Chicago, IL, at the Omni Downtown Chicago
• October 17, 2012: Philadelphia, PA, at the Sofitel Philadelphia
• October 18, 2012: Washington D.C., at the Willard Intercontinental

The interactive road show events will also give travel agents the opportunity to speak with Kenyan suppliers, product experts, and representatives. Attendees at each event will be entered in a drawing to win a trip to Kenya.

For more information on the Kenya Tourist Board's U.S. roadshow, please email Kenya@myriadmarketing.com.

About the Kenya Tourist Board:
The Kenya Tourist Board (KTB) is an organization representing Kenya’s public and private tourism sectors. The KTB is charged with the responsibility of marketing and promoting Kenya as a preferred tourist destination internationally, while encouraging development of Kenya’s domestic tourist market. The KTB fosters quality service and sustained excellence of tourist facilities and amenities. In addition, the KTB works with national and regional authorities to ensure protection of the environment and wildlife, and also works closely with various relevant organizations to promote quality of service and excellence. The Board members are representatives of Kenya’s various tourism organizations, including Kenya’s Ministry of Tourism, Kenya Association of Tour Operators, Kenya Association of Travel Agents, Kenya Association of Hotel Keepers and Caterers, Mombasa and Coast Tourist Association, Kenya Wildlife Service and Kenya Airways. The KTB is headquartered in Nairobi and has U.S. offices in Los Angeles and New York. For more information, visit www.MagicalKenya.com.