Where Business Takes You

The Gulf's premier business hub

Dubai is the most popular international corporate travel destination for East African businesses. Direct flights from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on Kenya Airways and Emirates make it highly accessible. Dubai hosts major trade exhibitions including GITEX, Arab Health, and the Dubai Airshow — all of which attract significant East African delegations. Lujain Travels manages individual executive trips, team travel, and full MICE delegations to Dubai, including hotel blocks at DIFC, Downtown Dubai, and Dubai Marina.

• Direct flights from JKIA on Kenya Airways & Emirates
• UAE Visit Visa processing for Kenyan passport holders
• MICE & conference venues: DWTC, ADNEC, Expo City
• Five-star hotel inventory at negotiated corporate rates

Europe's financial capital

London remains a cornerstone destination for East African corporate travellers — particularly for financial services, legal, NGO, and government sectors. Kenya Airways operates direct flights from Nairobi to London Heathrow. UK Business Visa processing is one of the most frequently requested services from our Kenyan corporate clients, and our team handles the full application process including documentation, appointment booking, and submission. We source accommodation in the City, Canary Wharf, Mayfair, and Kensington depending on the purpose of travel.

• Direct Kenya Airways flights Nairobi–London Heathrow
• UK Business Visa processing for Kenyan passport holders
• City of London & Canary Wharf hotel sourcing
• NGO, finance & government sector expertise

East Africa's business capital

Nairobi is both our home city and one of Africa's most important business destinations. As the regional headquarters for the UN, numerous multinational corporations, and a thriving technology and financial services ecosystem, Nairobi attracts significant inbound corporate travel from across Africa and internationally. Lujain Travels manages inbound corporate travel to Nairobi — including hotel sourcing in Upper Hill, Westlands, and the CBD, airport transfers from JKIA and Wilson Airport, and ground transportation for visiting delegations and conference groups.

• Hotel sourcing: Upper Hill, Westlands, CBD & Karen
• JKIA & Wilson Airport meet-and-greet transfers
• MICE venues: KICC, Radisson Blu, Tribe Hotel
• UN, NGO & multinational sector expertise

The bridge between continents

Istanbul has become an increasingly important destination for East African corporate travellers, driven by Turkish Airlines' extensive network and competitive fares from Nairobi. Istanbul New Airport (IST) is one of the world's busiest hubs, making it an ideal transit point for onward travel to Europe, Central Asia, and North America. As a MICE destination, Istanbul offers world-class conference facilities at the Istanbul Congress Centre and a growing number of international-standard business hotels. Turkish Airlines' Star Alliance membership provides seamless connections for multi-city itineraries.

• Turkish Airlines direct flights from Nairobi
• Istanbul New Airport — major global transit hub
• MICE venues: Istanbul Congress Centre, Hilton Bomonti
• Competitive hotel rates vs. Western European cities

Africa's economic powerhouse

Johannesburg is the most important intra-African corporate travel destination for East African businesses. Multiple daily flights connect Nairobi to OR Tambo International Airport via Kenya Airways, South African Airways, and Ethiopian Airlines. The Sandton business district — home to the JSE, major banks, and multinational headquarters — is the primary destination for corporate travellers. Lujain Travels manages individual executive travel, team trips, and MICE delegations to Johannesburg, including hotel blocks in Sandton and Rosebank.

• Multiple daily flights Nairobi–Johannesburg
• Sandton & Rosebank business district hotel sourcing
• JSE, banking & mining sector travel expertise
• South Africa visa coordination for EAC passport holders

Europe's logistics gateway

Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is one of the world's best-connected aviation hubs, making it an ideal gateway for onward European travel. KLM operates direct flights from Nairobi to Amsterdam, and Schiphol's connectivity means Amsterdam is frequently used as a transit hub for East African travellers heading to Germany, France, Switzerland, and Scandinavia. The city itself is a centre for trade, technology, and international organisations — particularly relevant for East African businesses in the agricultural, logistics, and development sectors.

• KLM direct flights Nairobi–Amsterdam Schiphol
• Schiphol hub for onward European connections
• Schengen Business Visa processing
• Tech, trade & development sector expertise