Kempinski Hotels is to open a new luxury hotel on the banks of the Congo River in Brazzaville in December. According to the brand, the Kempinski Hotel Brazzaville will be the first five-star hotel in the Republic of the Congo. From its location on the banks of the river, guests will be able to explore…
The new route aims to improve direct regional travel options for both business and leisure passengers. The schedule includes two daily return flights, seven days a week: • Morning service: Johannesburg departs 06:35, Gaborone arrives 7.35am; return 8.25am–9.25am. • Afternoon service: Johannesburg departs 4.40pm, Gaborone arrives 5.40pm; return 6.30pm–7.30pm. Group CEO Professor John Lamola said:…
Kenya is planning to increase taxes on local and international air tickets, which have remained unchanged for 13 years. The National Assembly’s majority leader, Kimani Ichung’wah has submitted a Bill which, if passed, will increase the levies on international air tickets by 25% and 20% for domestic air tickets. So far, the Bill has cleared its second…
Marasa Africa has reopened Silverback Lodge in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest following a complete redesign by HesseKleinloog Studio, known for projects such as Singita Kataza House and Kwitonda Lodge. The property includes elevated, glass-lined guest rooms, a restaurant and a dining deck overlooking the forest. The refurbishment aimed to combine contemporary design with Ugandan heritage…
Dolphin Tours & Safaris Ltd is delighted to announce the introduction of a new service designed to make cross-border safari travel smoother and more convenient for your guests. We now offer private transfers between Tarime, Tanzania, and Migori, Kenya, providing a direct and comfortable link between Serengeti National Park and the Masai Mara Reserve. Service…
MORE Collection Trade alert MORE Family Collection Rebrands as MORE Collection Johannesburg, South Africa, 1 September25 – MORE Family Collection has evolved into MORE Collection, following nine months of extensive market research with the travel trade. The word “family” sometimes created confusion, with people perceiving the brand as exclusively for family travellers. The new name…