Kisumu Governor Anyang Nyong'o's son Junior and his wife Wanja Wohoro have sparked renewed attention on Lamu Island's tourism sector through their recent honeymoon stay, which they promoted on social media.
The couple shared images of their accommodation at a high-end Lamu hotel, emphasizing the need for domestic tourism recovery. Wanja, a musician, posted messages encouraging locals to visit, citing the region's cultural and natural attractions.
"Sun was eaten, food was basked in. #lamutamu. Never been to Lamu before! Wah... To find joy in the middle of such a ridiculous and disappointing and scary year has been just amazing." "Karibu tho, here be music, music-making, sun, paint, decolonising enterprises, and the occasional #sadboi musings. Also gig coming up soon... #VisitLamu #LocalTourism they need Kenyans right now."
Hotel pricing for the couple's stay ranged between Sh8,000 to Sh28,000 per person per night, according to reports. While specific accommodations were not named, the post highlighted Lamu's appeal as a tourist destination.
The couple's social media activity coincided with broader efforts to revive Kenya's tourism industry, which faced significant challenges during the pandemic.
