Peace has returned to Kenya. This after Kenyan President, William Ruto, pulled the controversial Finance Bill 2024/2025 this evening (June 26) following widespread protests. The Bill, published earlier this month, sought to raise US$ 2.7 billion in additional taxes to reduce the budget deficit and state borrowing. This Bill impacted a number of business sectors in…
Desert and Delta Safaris has launched the Tsodilo Hills Sleep-Out Camp in Botswana, an exclusive overnight expedition from Nxamaseri Island Lodge, offering access to one of the world’s most undiscovered Unesco World Heritage Sites, Tsodilo Hills. The camp features eco-friendly pods inspired by traditional nomadic Bushman dwellings, providing an immersive experience in the region’s cultural…
Industry players have hailed Ethiopian Airlines’ new flight linking East Africa (Addis Ababa) to Maun, Botswana – location of prime tourism hotspot, the Okavango Delta – as a ‘game changer’ for tourism in the country. The airline has commenced three times weekly services to Maun, its second destination in Botswana. Gaborone was the first. Miriam Tichapondwa, Wilderness Botswana…
Uganda’s government has signed an MoU with the United Arab Emirates for the construction of an international airport to boost tourism to the underappreciated Kidepo Valley National Park in the northeast of the country. Signed on Thursday, June 20, the agreement comes after talks between the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) and Ugandan…
Air France will inaugurate a thrice-weekly route from Paris-Charles de Gaulle to Tanzania’s Kilimanjaro International Airport, as an extension of the Zanzibar flight, from November 18. The additional destination is among the first new additions to the airline’s 2024-2025 winter schedule, and forms part of its long-haul network diversification strategy. The route will operate on…
The Pacific Northwest Chapter (PNW) of APTA launched on June 18, 2024 with great success, with three suppliers from Kenya, and a local Kenyan caterer providing authentic Kenyan cuisine, and entertainment was a drumming troupe and dancers, which had the attendees up and dancing and playing instruments. The grand prize winner received an all-expenses-paid trip…
At Painteddog.tv, we’re proud to not only set new expectations in immersive real-life safari & wildlife experiences, but we are also the only company in the world bring you live broadcasts of groundbreaking conservation efforts. In doing so, we not only showcase the beauty of wildlife but also to highlight innovative approaches to preserving endangered…
On June 4th in NYC, the elegant Orangery at the Warren Street Hotel was the setting for a remarkable fundraising event hosted by Painteddog.tv. The mission? To secure funds for a large-scale rhino horn trimming initiative on a South African nature reserve, aimed at protecting wild black and white rhinos. This humane procedure involves carefully…
The African Travel and Tourism Association (ATTA) has appointed James Haigh as its new Chair, effective October 1. A leading figure in the African tourism industry, Haigh brings over 15 years of extensive experience across Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, South Africa, and beyond, from Morocco to the Seychelles and São Tomé and Príncipe. Half day Gauteng easy e-Bike…
Africa Showcase extends an invitation to join them in LOS ANGELES (14 Nov), CHICAGO (18 Nov) or TORONTO (20 Nov) for a program that emphasizes business growth, market insights, and the solidification of partnerships. This event caters to both seasoned Africa travel specialists and top-producing agents poised to introduce or expand your Africa portfolio. We…
Tour operator, Nomad Tanzania, has introduced star beds at its Kigelia camp. Every room at Kigelia now features a hand-crafted star bed, offering guests a unique and immersive experience under the African night sky. Elevated platforms provide a new perspective on the wildlife below, enhancing the safari experience. Kigelia comprises six tented accommodations, including a…
Imagine being able to board a train from Spain to Morocco, and travel efficiently—and sustainably—between Europe and Africa in under six hours. Thanks to a historic rail tunnel project currently being considered by the two countries’ transportation ministries, the first-ever rail link between the two continents could become a reality in just a few years. Undersea tunnels connecting…
Emirates will launch flights to Madagascar from 3 September 2024, offering more choice and connectivity for travellers, and driving inbound leisure and business travel to the country. The four-weekly flights between Dubai (DXB) and Antananarivo (TNR), will operate via a linked service with the Seychelles. Boosting international travel to and from Madagascar, the flight times…
Tiffindell, South Africa’s only ski resort, has closed shop and is now for sale. The resort in southern Drakensberg, in the Eastern Cape, is one of only two ski resorts in Southern Africa, along with Afriski Mountains Resort in Lesotho. According to the Tiffindell website and Chris Stevens, an avid supporter of Tiffindell and CEO of…
“They never had a pretty girl from Joburg, see me now and that’s what they prefer,” South African music sensation Tyla sings on her new track, Jump. The music video for the song, featuring scenes from Johannesburg’s townships, streets and nightclubs has been viewed more than seven million times on YouTube since it was launched about two…
As requests for exclusive use properties grow, we are thrilled to present Bush & Beyond Private for your travelers! Conde Nast Traveler has recently featured the exclusive options found onboard NaiSabah and at House in the Wild. Good thing for planners and their travelers is that there are options at all of our Bush & Beyond family…
Join us in celebrating the revival of the PNW APTA Chapter with a spectacular launch event! Meet and learn from distinguished Kenya suppliers representing top hotels, camps, lodges, and tour operators in Kenya. Gain valuable insights from experienced and local DMCs, marketing agencies, and travel agencies on how to successfully promote Africa as a premier…
Volcanoes Safaris, the pioneer of gorilla and chimpanzee ecotourism in Uganda and Rwanda since 1997, will open Kibale Lodge in Uganda on July 1, its fifth lodge in Africa. Situated a 30-minute drive from Kibale Forest, the lodge sits on a ridge with views of the Rwenzori Mountains looking towards the west, and the Queen Elizabeth National…
Southern African hotel group Dream Hotels & Resorts will relaunch its Blue Marlin Hotel on KwaZulu Natal’s South Coast as an all-inclusive establishment following a sweeping refurbishment, just in time for the country’s spring season in September. The Blue Marlin All-Inclusive Seascape will offer an upgraded pool area and modernised facilities, along with an array of…
In the run-up to World Female Ranger Day on June 23, Intrepid Travel, the world’s largest adventure travel company and a leader in responsible tourism, is putting the spotlight on its ongoing partnership with the Black Mambas, South Africa’s renowned all-female anti-poaching unit. This collaboration is a testament to the power of women in conservation…
Dear Travel Partner, Finally, an exciting announcement: The Reimagined Kapama Karula Family Villa’s. We are bursting with pride, ready to invite you to explore the refurbished Superior Family Villa’s at Kapama Karula. Our 5-star premium lodge, setting an even higher benchmark for luxury and comfort in the heart of the African bush. …