The importance of digital technologies in tourism, providing opportunities for innovation and preparing the sector for the future of work, is at the centre of World Tourism Day 2018, to be celebrated in Budapest, Hungary (27 September 2018). World Tourism Day is a unique opportunity to raise awareness on tourism’s actual and potential contribution to…
U.S. first lady Melania Trump will visit four countries in Africa next month, on her first major solo international trip. Mrs. Trump, the wife of U.S. President Donald Trump, will make stops in Ghana, Malawi, Kenya and Egypt during the first week in October, according to a White House statement released Wednesday. “October 1 will…
This stunning giraffe has not been photoshopped, she’s real! Omo, the 15-month-old beauty whose skin looks as if it was bleached, is suffering from leucism. It’s a condition that results in a partial loss of pigmentation. She was spotted in Serengetiin Tanzania by Dr Derek Lee, founder and scientist at the Wild Nature Institute. “Omo…
More than 200 people have died in a ferry capsize in Tanzania, as rescuers continue the rush to find survivors. At least 42 people drowned after the ferry sank in Lake Victoria, but government officials fear the final death toll could be more than 200, a senior official claimed. Read more here
Lions Paw Camp has been upgraded in the last few months and now has Carbon monoxide detectors, new flight sheets (rooftops), a new interior design, gees heaters, solar power instead of the generator power and a new menu. We offer now vegan, vegetarian, kosher gluten-free and a la carte menu. The Lions Paw Camp is…
The APTA Forum wrapped up in Denver Saturday night and it was one of our most successful Forums ever. Speakers from all aspects of the travel industry came together to educate, inform, promote and network all that Africa has to offer. APTA Forum is the nation’s premier gathering of the African travel industry with 100…
Elewana AfroChic Diani has begun season two of this year’s turtle hatchery project, which was started in order to help protect turtles and their natural habitats, thereby conserving the rapidly declining population of these magnificent creatures as well as the maintaining the balance of the ocean’s ecosystem. At the end of July, 138 eggs were…
Shamwari Private Game Reserve, in South Africa’s Eastern Cape Province, has completed phase one of a $25m upgrade. CEO of Shamwari, Joe Cloete, says the investment both enhances the luxury experience of guests and ensures that Shamwari can continue attracting revenue to fund its conservation work. “We want Shamwari to be one of the world’s premier…
DAILY FLIGHTS added to MAFIA Island for the Whale Shark Season 2018/2019 01 October 2018 to 31 March 2019 This year do not miss the chance of watching these beautiful giants. Swimming with the biggest fish in the sea is an awesome experience that is easily accessible from Mafia Island, Tanzania. Here, the season to swim with them is the longest…
CroisiEurope’s Southern Africa Safari Cruise, Travel to the Ends of the Earth, was awarded with Travel Weekly’s Silver Magellan Award for Best Expedition Itinerary. The Safari Cruise program takes guests from the starting City in Johannesburg, North to the Cascade Lodge on Impalila Island along the banks of the Zambezi River. After three days at the lodge,…
Uganda’s national government has announced that a number of agencies in the country have been dissolved and will be incorporated into their relevant ministries. The Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) and Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) are among the 71 agencies to be disbanded. The announcement was made following a Cabinet meeting that took place on Monday,…
Qatar Airways will launch flights from Doha to Kenya’s coastal city of Mombasa on December 9. The flight will operate four times a week and is Qatar’s second Kenyan destination, with the airline currently flying to Nairobi. Akbar Al Baker, Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive, said: “Qatar Airways sees Kenya as an important market for…
Make sure you are at the APTA National Forum in Denver this week so you can hear Peter Lindstrom speak about the Changing Dynamics of Community Based Tourism in East Africa. You don’t want to miss his presentation “Talking with the Elders … and Now the Youngers.” Peter Lindstrom, Kenya born of Danish parents, grew…
Elewana Arusha Coffee Lodge is hidden amongst one of Tanzania’s oldest and largest coffee plantations, the Burka Coffee Estate, established in 1899 by German settlers and purchased much later by a group of Swiss investors in 1929. The Estate manages 342 HA of Arabica coffee, with which they have adopted an active and profound corporate…
Serendib Hotels and Resorts, responsible for running several large hotels and conference centres around Malawi have launched a unique lakeside dining experience on their new ‘floating restaurant’ docked at Blue Waters by Serendib. The Namalenje Lake Cruise is a self-powered boat which allows you to experience the beauty and magic of Lake Malawi whilst enjoying…
Lucinda Kerschensteiner, MBA, is the Founder of Uhambo USA, a nonprofit that is dedicated to supporting children with disabilities in Africa through its partner organization, the Uhambo Foundation of South Africa. Lucinda felt compelled to support the work of Uhambo after conducting project work in southern Africa for her graduate program, being inspired by the…
This Luxury Camp is strategically located within the northern (Kogatende) area of the famous Serengeti National Park in Tanzania and is set amidst the most prime areas of the Serengeti following the path of the great migration, sparsely inhabited by large Acacia as well as Tortilis Tree’s and is home to several species of wildlife…
Takulandirani Malawi International Tourism Expo (MITE) will be held 25-27 April 2019 at the Bingu Wa Mutharika International Convention Center. This is the place to sample Malawi’s unique tourism products all under one roof while you meet and mingle with international buyers, media, local and regional exhibitors and other industry players who showcase the various tourism products and services…
Emily Davenport has spent nearly two decades devoted to providing care to both pets and wildlife. She spent eight years working as a veterinary technician for a community animal hospital and over six years, Emily worked in several capacities with wildlife such as birds of prey and currently serves as President of the Board of…
The perfect venue and setting for this year end is The Cape Milner Hotel situated at the foot of Table Mountain. With a spectacular 3 course menu from R280 per person at the 2 on Milner restaurant, 57 luxurious rooms, conference venues, sparkling swimming pool, in-house gym, the acclaimed Glass Lounge and more, your attendees…
No Year End Celebration can be more spectacular than one spent under the moon and stars. A mere two and a half hours’ drive from Johannesburg, awaits Mabula Game Lodge: The perfect destination to unwind after a year of hard work. The surrounding beauty of the African bushveld and the presence of the Big Five…
We are ecstatic to be shortlisted for the PURE Awards 2018 in the Conservation and Sustainability Category! Entries are projects or initiatives that highlight a global issue and the efforts undertaken to preserve our natural resources, going above and beyond to protect our legacy – for the good of not only the tourism industry, but…
On August 29, Ethiopian Airlines launched the first of two weekly freighter flights between the Ethiopian capital of Addis Ababa and Miami, creating the first-ever cargo-only route between the African continent and Miami International Airport. The scheduled flights will operate on a route that includes intermediate stops in Spain, Colombia and Belgium on inbound and outbound services. All flights will utilize B777-200LRF freighter aircraft. “We proudly welcome…
Itravelafrica returns to San Diego on 19 September 2018 for another of its insightful presentations. The event at Phil’s BBQ at 3750 Sports Arena Blvd, San Diego commences at 17:30 for registration. Itravelafrica, Africa’s largest DMC by footprint operates thru the length and breadth of the continent offering all 54 countries, territories and islands in its…
Jabulani guests are now able to fly in directly to our lodge, on an exclusive private air charter service. The new 1.5KM tarred runway built on in the Kapama Private Game Reserve, now allows for direct access for the first time.
We are delighted to notify you that we have completed the latest BARS audit and have received our BARS GOLD certification for the coming year, 2018-2019, kudos to our entire team for making this possible! You can view the certificate by clicking here Our commitment to safety and efficiency is echoed at every level of…
Tapiwa, a born and bred Malawian and has been Malawian Style’s leading lady for the last 4 years. Having extensively travelled round Malawi & Zambia she is an expert in the African market of the travel community and can easily answer any queries you have for this area. Tapiwa is a passionate Malawi advocate having…
Saruni lodges & camps Kenya is proud to launch a brand new, streamlined & centralised website – four previous property sites rolled into one hot destination – www.saruni.com. Restructured for easy navigation, the new website allows visitors to see our Saruni Samburu & Saruni Rhino and our Saruni Mara & Saruni Wild properties all under…
Close your eyes and imagine a wild and untouched nirvana, a landscape that has been carved from the meanderings of one of the oldest rivers in the world. Imagine spending your days here, observing the vivid contrast between a sense of wildness and peace. African Bush Camps is excited to announce the opening of our…
The newest edition of the annual APTA Corporate Directory will debut at the upcoming APTA Forum in Denver but you can get a sneak peek right now on the APTA website! Click here to see it
On 28th October 2018, Kenya’s national carrier, Kenya Airways (KQ) will begin a whole new flight; an inaugural flight that has been in the making for over a decade now. It is on this date that Kenya Airways will commence direct non-stop flights between Nairobi and New York. This will be a major historic milestone…
Ethiopian Airlines, the largest Aviation Group in Africa and SKYTRAX certified Four Star Global Airline, is pleased to announce that it has finalized agreements with the Government of Chad for the launch of Chad national carrier. Ethiopian has 49 percent stake in the joint venture while the Government of Chad retains 51 percent. The new Chad national…
Elephant’s Eye, Hwange is becoming even more family friendly! In addition to kids staying for free (when sharing a chalet with 2 adults) we have included some exciting kid-friendly activities.Besides learning about the circle of life and experiencing the wonders of the African Bush on game drives and kid-friendly nature walks, we keep the young…
Great news for agents; in addition to using Jenman Safaris’ agent portal www.jenman.travel to build their own itineraries & quotations, agents are now able to book accommodation live and directly via the portal. This means no more waiting for confirmation of availability and instant confirmation to guests – any time of the day or night.…
This year Elewana AfroChic donated to Diani Turtle Watch, to aid to the conservation and protection of these beautiful creatures. It is a huge importance to the world to protect turtles and their natural habitats in order to maintain the balance of the ocean’s vast ecosystem, including maintaining the productivity of coral reefs, which in…
We, the Group Chief Executive Office of the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC), Mr. Mateyo C. Kaluba, and the Group Chief Executive Officer of Ethiopian Airlines (ET), Mr. Tewolde Gebremariam, held a signing ceremony on August 19, 2018 in Lusaka to mark their agreement as Shareholders of Zambia Airways. As strategic equity partners on the national…
We still have a few rooms on our group rate at The Oxford and The Maven available to Forum attendees. If needed, please contact events@apta.biz for rooms right away. Bookings must be made via APTA for reduced rates. More info on APTA National Forum – https://apta.biz/forum
Algeria and Mauritania on Sunday opened a first ever border crossing between the two countries, Algerian media reported. Algeria’s Interior Minister Noureddine Bedoui and his Mauritanian counterpart Ahmedou Ould Abdallah inaugurated the post near the Algerian town of Tindouf, telling journalists that it would boost security and trade. The national news agency APS said the…
The One&Only Nyungwe House resort, on the edge of the Nyungwe rainforest in the mountainous landscape of Rwanda’s southwest, will start welcoming guests on October 1, and is the first new property in the One&Only Nature Resorts’ portfolio. “It is an absolute privilege and an honour to confirm the opening of One&Only Nyungwe House, the…
Dave Johnson is a Zookeeper from Denver, Colorado. He has been working with the pachyderm collection there since 1998, but his career actually encompasses so much more. Dave has written three conservation books for kids, all focusing on the protection and passion it takes to save other species from extinction. He leads people on treks…
We are delighted to share with you the breaking news that Sera Community Conservancy in northern Kenya has welcomed a newborn rhino this past weekend. ‘Naitamany’ who was translocated to Sera from Lewa Wildlife Conservancy in 2015 gave birth soon after in 2016 to female calf ‘Ntangaswa’. This is her second birth and reports are…
The return of Malawi’s wildlife to protected parks and reserves is just one of myriad reasons discerning travelers are flocking to this landlocked country in southeast Africa. Though renowned worldwide for its friendly and welcoming culture, Malawi once seldom made the list as a coveted safari destination due to decades of poaching and deforestation. But thanks…
After more than a century behind bars, the beasts on boxes of animal crackers are roaming free. Mondelez International, the parent company of Nabisco, has redesigned the packaging of its Barnum’s Animals crackers after relenting to pressure from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals. PETA, which has been protesting the use of animals in…
2018 has been a year of celebration in Uganda’s conservation fraternity as the country continues to welcome wildlife births! Earlier in the year, Adventure Consults must have shared the exciting news of the first baby giraffe in Lake Mburo National Park, in the past few months, we have recorded a number mountain gorilla babies and…
Elephant’s Eye, Hwange has added horseback safaris to its list of activities offered at the lodge. Replace the hum of the safari vehicle with the clip-clop of hooves and occasional soft neighs of a horse. Guests observe game from a completely different vantage point and feel like they’re part of the action, as the antelope…
We are thrilled to have Tristan Cowley as one of the speakers at the APTA National Forum in Denver on September 14th & 15th! Tristan is also the founder of the Conservation Travel Foundation, which in the last 5 years has invested in excess of USD 400,000 into conservation and rural development projects, and also co-founded the…
Lions, lions, and more lions have dominated Liwonde National Park’s management time of late. Today they can proudly report to all their supporters that another milestone has been reached. Just this morning they released the second lion pride consisting of three females, and two males into the greater park. Two of these animals have been…
The Only One, a luxury yacht charter based in Cape Town, Western Cape, has introduced Around Robben Island Trips. Beverley Dean, a representative from The Only One, told Tourism Update that the new offering was introduced because of Robben Island no longer allowing them to do private yacht tours to the island itself. “We thought we had…
Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest Airline Group, is happy to announce that it has registered record success in the just ended 2017/18 fiscal year. In line with its 15 year strategic roadmap, Vision 2025, the airline registered historical success in financial, commercial, operational and customer service areas. During the 2017/18 fiscal year: Ethiopian introduced additional +14…
There has been a buzz about what is increasingly becoming known as the most exciting new product range from Jenman African Safaris. Jenman Select’s magnificent new tours and destinations showcase only the best and most inspiring. All properties have that special something and have been hand-selected for their unique charm and sophistication. Obviously, our exclusive…