Get ready to celebrate! We are excited to announce that Hamiltons Tented Camp in the Kruger National Park has been recogonised as a global leader in hospitality at the recent 2023 Haute Grandeur Excellence Awards and was honoured to win two awards at this prestigious event. Hamiltons Tented Camp won Excellence Awards in the…
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco) has registered Ethiopia’s Gedeo Cultural Landscape as an official World Heritage Site. The registration was announced on Sunday (September 17) at the 45th extended session of the World Heritage Committee currently under way in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in the presence of Ethiopian Minister of Tourism Nasise Chale.…
The Unesco World Heritage Committee – which is meeting in Riyadh until September 25 – has decided to remove the site of the Tombs of the Buganda Kings in Kasubi, Uganda, from the List of World Heritage in Danger. This follows the successful restoration work carried out by Uganda with Unesco’s support. In 2010, a…
What’s In A Name… David Livingstone was the first European to map Lake Malawi. He named it Lake Nyasa, probably unintentionally as Nyasa actually means ‘lake’ in the local Yao language, so he’d effectively christened it ‘Lake Lake’. Livingstone also referred to the lake as the Lake of Stars, inspired by the fishermen’s lanterns bobbing…
Growthpoint Properties is moving ahead with its final improvement to the Longkloof precinct in Cape Town – the development of the Canopy by Hilton Cape Town Longkloof Hotel. The project was originally planned for completion towards the end of 2021 but was put on hold as South Africa navigated a period of economic uncertainty. Hilton has…
Nyungwe National Park, in Rwanda’s Southern and Western Provinces, was officially designated as a natural World Heritage Site by Unesco’s World Heritage Committee on Tuesday (September 19). It is the first site in Rwanda to be featured on the Unesco World Heritage list. “The inscription of Nyungwe National Park serves as a vital step in…
As part of this strategic initiative, UTB and Auric Air have been engaging in discussions to facilitate direct international flights to Uganda’s premier tourism spots. This exciting development is poised to revolutionize the travel experience for international tourists and bolster Uganda’s tourism sector. The Uganda Tourism Board, entrusted with promoting the nation as a prime…
The latest edition of Africa Showcase, the largest Africa-focused travel trade show in North America, has just concluded with events taking place in Seattle, Denver, Ft Lauderdale and Boston over the past two weeks. 44 travel suppliers from all across the African continent criss-crossed the United States to meet with hundreds of buyers eager to…
Luxury ecolodge brand and management company Envi Lodges has marked a major development milestone by signing a management agreement for its first property in Africa. The new sustainable beachfront lodge in Paje on the Tanzanian island of Zanzibar will encompass 25 low-impact villas, some with private pools, all located between palm vegetation and the shores…
Boeing’s Commercial Market Outlook (CMO) for the years 2023–2042 has unveiled a fascinating aviation landscape in Africa. The report forecasts an extraordinary surge in intra-African passenger traffic, with expectations of quadrupling over the next two decades. This substantial growth, among the highest globally, will necessitate the addition of a remarkable 1,025 new aircraft to Africa’s…
Growthpoint Properties is moving ahead with its final improvement to the Longkloof precinct in Cape Town – the development of the Canopy by Hilton Cape Town Longkloof Hotel. The project was originally planned for completion towards the end of 2021 but was put on hold as South Africa navigated a period of economic uncertainty. Hilton has…
Kumbali Country Lodge, located only 10 minutes away from the centre of Malawi’s capital city of Lilongwe on a picturesque working farm, have some exciting news to share in their latest newsletter which we’ve summarised below. Sunday Summer Soiree On August 27, 2023, Kumbali”s Sunday Summer Soiree was a huge success! Collaborating with the Sunday…
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (Unesco) has registered Ethiopia’s Gedeo Cultural Landscape as an official World Heritage Site. The registration was announced on Sunday (September 17) at the 45th extended session of the World Heritage Committee currently under way in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in the presence of Ethiopian Minister of Tourism Nasise Chale.…
The Unesco World Heritage Committee – which is meeting in Riyadh until September 25 – has decided to remove the site of the Tombs of the Buganda Kings in Kasubi, Uganda, from the List of World Heritage in Danger. This follows the successful restoration work carried out by Uganda with Unesco’s support. In 2010, a…
The Hideaways team is thrilled to announce that Hideaways Camp Kuzuma has undergone some exciting changes, and our newly refurbished lodge is now ready to welcome guests. As we continually strive to deliver excellence to our guests, we’ve implemented some key updates to enhance their experiences with us. We take great pride in sharing that all our luxurious tents…
Legendary Expeditions would like to welcome the newest member of its team, Kimberly Bezuidenhout, who joins the company as the dedicated Sales Manager for North & Central America, and who will also be representing Chem Chem Safaris. Kim brings with her both extensive industry expertise and a profound passion for the African wilderness. Raised in…
Marking a significant achievement for cross-border conservation and community livelihoods, an additional 10 rhinos have been successfully transported from South Africa to Zinave National Park, Mozambique. The ambitious operation, the third following last year’s cross-border rhino translocations, is the result of a collaborative partnership between Mozambique’s National Administration for Conservation Areas (ANAC), Peace Parks Foundation,…
ENVI Lodges, the luxury ecolodge brand and management company, will make its Africa debut with the management of ENVI Paje, a beachfront ecolodge in Zanzibar, scheduled to open in December next year. The lodge will feature 25 low-impact villas, some with private pools, set among palm trees along the shores of a pristine beach. Its…
Luanda’s new international airport, Dr Antonió Agostinho Neto, completed the first phase of its certification process last week after the publication of aeronautical data and information in the world civil aviation circuit, according to the Angola Press Agency. The move follows a landing and take-off process for aircraft, Flight Check, carried out since August, with King…
Brussels Airlines has announced plans to resume flights to Nairobi in June 2024 and increase Kigali frequencies. The airline last serviced the Nairobi route in 2015. It also plans to increase the frequency of flights to Kigali, the capital of Rwanda, to daily. The Belgian airline continues to invest in its intercontinental network and fleet,…
Mozambique’s state-owned national airline Linhas Aéreas de Moçambique (LAM), appears to have emerged from its financial crisis and achieved solvency. It’s now on the road to stability according to Sérgio Matos, LAM’s restructuring project manager. South African aviation consultancy, Fly Modern Ark (FMA), was appointed by the Mozambique government to rescue and rejuvenate the airline. So…
Pullman Cape Town City Centre opened in September, Accor’s first property under the exclusive Pullman Hotels & Resorts brand in South Africa. Kasada, the leading independent real estate private equity platform dedicated to the hospitality industry in Africa, acquired the former Radisson Blu Hotel & Residence, which has now been rebranded to Pullman Cape Town City Centre.…
Construction of Madagascar’s longest bridge kicked off at the end of last month, providing a new link between some of the country’s emerging tourism regions in the south-west. Once completed, the 800-metre long Mangoky Bridge will connect the Atsimo-Adrefana region (home to the Zombitse-Vohibasia and Tsimanampetsotse National Parks and vast stretches of tropical coastline), to…
ARP’s new SIV programs and Tours are getting popular As many of you are aware, we launched some thrilling safaris and excursions recently. We are excited with the positive feedback and numerous enquiries from many partners and clients. We encourage you to review the itineraries and offer them to your clients. Newly added SIV programs…
TAASA Lodge, Located on the northern edge of the Serengeti in Tanzania, is an elegant safari lodge nestled in a private reserve far away from the crowds. PACKAGE DETAILS This offer includes: • A 3 night stay for two people sharing • All-inclusive basis (all meals and selected house beverages) • Unlimited safari experiences including full…
Central African Wilderness Safaris, owners of the iconic Mvuu Lodge & Camp in Liwonde National Park providing guests with some of the best safari experiences Malawi, are thrilled to announce an exciting partnership with Lessons in Conservation. Lessons in Conservation is an educational non-profit dedicated to raising awareness and promoting the preservation of biodiversity and natural ecosystems through engaging children of…
United Arab Emirates (UAE) airline, flydubai, is set to launch direct flights to Mombasa from January 17 next year. Flights will operate four times a week. Ghaith Al Ghaith, CEO of flydubai, highlighted the carrier’s commitment to opening underserved markets, emphasising the potential of African markets for future growth. Mombasa, Kenya’s second-largest city, offers ancient architecture…
Airlink withdrew from the Johannesburg-Entebbe route, effective Monday, August 28. The airline’s CEO and Managing Director, Rodger Foster, attributed the move to the commercial non-viability of the route due to thin traffic volumes. Airlink withdrew from the Johannesburg-Entebbe route. Foster said: “Prior to COVID, Airlink operated the Johannesburg-Entebbe route exclusively six times week with sustainable viability.…
Every year, as the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop in Central Africa, carmine bee-eaters start their migration journey across the continent by the thousands, ending up in the wilderness of Zambia at the end of August. The water levels drop along the river banks in Zambia during the dry winter months, revealing the perfect nesting…
Hotel 4:30 is set to soon open its doors in the bustling central business district (CBD) of Gaborone, Botswana, offering an upscale stay experience and boosting the country’s drive to grow its MICE sector. Featuring a total of 100 rooms, Hotel 4:30 offers diverse accommodation options. It includes thirty-five (35) Standard Rooms, each equipped with…
The highly anticipated annual Africa Showcase roadshow is set to return this September, offering an exceptional opportunity for travel industry professionals to connect with an extensive array of leading African suppliers. With an impressive lineup of African experiences and properties, the event promises a dynamic blend of networking, destination insights, and valuable business interactions. Hosted…
Lufthansa has entered into codeshare agreements with South African Airways and Airlink, expanding passenger travel options between Southern Africa and Europe. Passengers can book a single ticket and have their luggage carried to their final destination, saving costs and hassle. The partnership with Airlink adds new destinations in Southern Africa to Lufthansa’s network, providing greater…
As one of Africa’s leading tour operators, with our headquarters nestled in the heart of Cape Town, we are thrilled to announce an exciting expansion of our tours within the city of Cape Town itself! Whether you’re a wine connoisseur, a golf enthusiast, or seeking a Cape Town safari, we have the perfect experience waiting…