Operators suspend Kenya hols

Tour operators will be suspending holidays to Kenya for two days following violent unrest in the country following disputed presidential elections.

The Federation of Tour Operators (FTO) said its members will halt all departures to Kenya up to and including January 5th 2008 "due to current political unrest". The tour operators are acting on advice from the Foreign Office on the situation.

"Customers due to fly over the coming days should contact their travel agent or tour operator," the FTO explained.

"Alternative holidays for these customers will be offered where available or refunds of moneys paid. Customers currently in Kenya are being advised of the Foreign Office advice to travellers and are expected to return home on their planned departure dates.

"The situation is being reviewed daily and any changes to departures planned after January 5th will be made over the coming days and customers notified in advance."

The Association of British Travel Agents (Abta) also said its members would be "generally following these policies".

"Customers due to fly over the coming days are being asked to contact their travel agent or tour operator," the organisation said.