Jambojet has increased its flight frequency to various coastal destinations ahead of the festive December season.
In an effort to position herself for the festive season, the airline chief executive says the increase and frequency will address the high demand for domestic tourists travelling to Kenya. With key destinations being Mombasa, Malindi and Ukunda.
‘’We have increased our frequencies to Mombasa from 38 to 49 flights, which translates to 7 frequencies daily, an additional 1,092 seats weekly, while daily flights to Ukunda will see an increase of frequency from 10 to 14 flights weekly translating to 642 additional seats even as Malindi move from 9 to 14 flights weekly creating 780 additional seats.’’ Jambojet CEO, Willem Hondius said.
Adding that Most Kenyans are now taking the opportunity to tour major attractions in the country.
‘’After a long, busy and mostly cold year in the city, the sunny and soothing white beaches in Kenya’s coast are a favourite destination,’’ he said.
He further said that they have to tailor operations to offer more flexibility and meet the travel needs of our customers.
This follows yet another increase after they had recently increased flight frequency between Nairobi and Kisumu from 20 to 24 per week.
Coming in the wake of calls from the Stakeholders who attended the African Union ministerial subcommittee of tourism, who said that transport and infrastructure were key in ensuring that the growth of the Tourism sector.
Kenya’s local tourism has been on the rise with the growth of the middle income class with more disposable income.
