There is more to wine than swirling and sipping, as the beverage’s earliest origins and places of produce hold historical and cultural significance in South Africa’s diverse heritage. While many of us visit local wine estates for tastings, pairings or to get a ‘little tipsy’, an abundance of the wine estates – particularly the century-old…
Travel is an exciting journey, made up of anticipation, unforgettable moments and thrilling experiences. A trip to East Africa is all this and so much more. We’re delighted to announce a special SkySafari photography tour, hosted by award-winning wildlife photographer, cameraman and Leica Ambassador, Luke Massey. Luke will help you understand the intricacies of freezing moments in…
In a bid to increasing its special products and draw more holiday-making tourists to the island nation, the Seychelles’ national airline is now offering ‘scenic flights’ especially for tourists.Air Seychelles’ panoramic flights at low altitudes will allow guests to enjoy a bird’s eye view of some of the most beautiful spots of the Seychelles’ main…
For the first time in history, well-heeled foreigners can now obtain tenure to villas in Zanzibar. Project developers, Pennyroyal Gibraltar Ltd, have appointed the Pam Golding Property Group to market this exclusive opportunity. Namibians who regard their own exclusive abodes on Zanzibar as ideal houses by the sea, need only contact one of the local…
The Seychelles — a string of 115 tropical islands 1,000 miles east of Tanzania — boasts some of the world’s best beaches, with a renowned collection of luxurious getaways.It has long been a sun-drenched playground for the rich and famous, so there is no lack of villa resorts with 24-hour butlers, private swimming holes, gourmet…
African Parks, a conservation NGO which manages national parks and protected areas across Africa, completed one of the largest elephant translocations in history on Wednesday, August 2nd, 2017. In total, 520 elephants were successfully moved from Liwonde National Park and Majete Wildlife Reserve in Malawi, and released in Nkhotakota Wildlife Reserve, which Arican Parks manages in partnership with Malawi’s Department…
The AFAR Traveller’s Choice Awards have begun and it’s no surprise that Kenya is nominated for the Epic Trip travellers would most likely experience in 2018. Visit AFAR.com/travelerschoiceawards and cast your vote for Kenya today! AFAR is a multi-platform travel media brand that inspires and guides travelers around the world. AFAR has launched their 2018 Travelers’ Choice…
Azura Boutique Retreats would like to announce the newest added feature to their castaway inspired private villas at Azura Quilalea Private Island. Each Kusi Villa that is situated within a prime location on the island will now host its own private pool. Adding to the seclusion of the island, guests can relax in the cool…
La Colombe, in partnership with the owners of Leeu Collection, has opened La Petite Colombe in Franschhoek, replacing The Tasting Room at Le Quartier Français. Styled by architect Rohan Young and the Leeu Collection’s interior designer, Beverley Boswell, the interiors are classic, with a modern-country accent.Proprietor chefs and business partners, Scot Kirton (Eat Out Chef…
In an impressive marine voyage, a swarm of tiny fish makes a one-way journey along South Africa’s waters – from its cold-watered Cape to the warmer temperatures of KwaZulu-Natal, a coastal province.Every year — usually starting in May and continuing until the end of July — what is known as the Sardine Run takes place along…
Between 1962 and 1979, four of today’s largest and most successful luxury travel companies emerged.Built around the personalities of a single explorer, enchanted by the world and enabled by commercial aviation, these companies have stood the test of time, despite broad changes in industry operation and customer expectation.Read more:
The famous Hwange National Park in north-east Zimbabwe, is “home” for Bekezela (“Beks”) Ndlovu, one of the most informed wildlife guides to be found in Africa. Born near Hwange and educated at an elite private school, Ndlovu went straight into guiding as soon as he graduated. He guided and ran camps for Wilderness Safaris…
Zimbabwe hospitality company, Africa Albida Tourism, launched a 24-hour reservations service from 1 August, making this a first in the country’s tourism industry. “This move has been implemented to improve service to those of our customers sho are not in the same time zones as we are, e.g. Australia, USA and Asia,” says Ross Kennedy,…
The Giants Club, the conservation initiative supported by the Independent and Evening Standard, today announced that it would stage Africa’s first Conservation and Tourism Investment Forum on 6th October 2017. The event, which will be held in Uganda, was announced by the country’s President, Yoweri Museveni, at a special press launch at State House in Entebbe.…
If you were planning to pay Cape Point a visit this month, get your training shoes out and be prepared to hike up for a glimpse of the famous spectacular “Flying Dutchman” landmark, as the “Flying Dutchman” Funicular will be closed from 7 to 20 August. Due for a makeover, the funicular will unfortunately be…
Following a five-year maintenance and refurbishment programme, Shaumari Wildlife Reserve is once again welcoming the public this summer. Since its launch in 1975, Shaumari Wildlife Reserve, the first wildlife protection reserve in Jordan, has created a thriving 22 kilometre environment for some of rarest species in the Middle East. including, oryx, gazelles, hyena, Imperial Eagles…
Sleeping outdoors is no longer the preserve of hardened campers. Some of the world’s most luxurious lodges and hotels now offer so-called “star beds”, where guests can sleep under the night sky in the utmost comfort. This is the newest travel trend when it comes to immersive experiences. It is no surprise that Kenya’s Ol Donyo Lodge takes the number one…
Nicola Colangelo, founder of Coastal Aviation, “The flying safari company”, died in Fiumaretta, Italy, on July 24, 2017 at the age of 73.He was a leader, a friend and a mentor whom we will all deeply miss. A real visionary man with exceptional intuition and work ethic, who always kept the well-being of his dear…
South African-based carrier, Airlink, has now officially been appointed by the government of the remote island of St. Helena to provide scheduled air services from O.R. Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, South Africa, to the island. Airlink will also operate a monthly charter service between St Helena and Ascension Island. Until recently, the only scheduled means…
In Swahili, “safari” literally means “journey,” and, for most people, a place like Kenya is about as far from home as one can get. The element of surprise is a cornerstone of the whole experience.Nevertheless, there are a few items of business that prospective safari-travellers should be aware of. The following list references the safari…
It’s Africa’s most secretive state and the source of tens of thousands of migrants who have fled towards Europe but after the cultural organization added the capital Asmara to its list, Eritrea is now also home to a UNESCO World Heritage Site Home to art-deco buildings constructed by Italian colonialists in the 1930s, UNESCO describes Asmara as…
Rwanda will welcome World Travel Awards for the first time, with the Africa Gala Ceremony 2017, set to take place in the country’s thriving capital, Kigali, on 10th October. Spanning several valleys and hillsides, Kigali – renowned for its cleanliness and warm hospitality – is arguably one of the most attractive African capitals. It’s ideal location, right…
Expedia, Inc. today announced that activities involving certain wildlife animal interactions will no longer be bookable on its online travel sites. Relying on guidance from industry-leading wildlife and animal protection groups, Expedia will undertake a thorough review over the next few months and will remove activities from its websites and other distribution channels. Today’s announcement…
Amarula has joined forces with Kenyan-based conservation organisation, WildlifeDirect, working closely with its CEO, Dr Paula Kahumbu, to protect Africa’s heritage and further entrench both parties’ commitment to conservation.Dr Kahumbu is internationally acknowledged for her conservation work, specifically as one of the protagonists of the successful ‘Hands off our Elephants’ campaign. Read more:
As the mid-year school holidays come to an end and the winter vacation rush subsides, many local and international visitors are hoping to make the most of the quieter period to tour Cape Town and other destinations in South Africa. However, those visitors who were planning to head to Table Mountain from Monday 24 July,…
Newmark Hotels are excited to announce their project, in conjunction with property developer, Signatura, namely, a dramatic transformation of the Nedbank Heerengracht premises into Cape Town’s grandest apartment-style hotel. Neil Markovitz, Newmark Hotels Managing Director, says, “We are thrilled to announce the addition of THE ONYX to the Newmark Hotels portfolio. All our investments have always been built on the…
The Bushcamp Company has renovated and completely revamped five luxury camps located in South Luangwa National Park, Zambia. Most recently, the Zungulila Bushcamp re-opened for the 2017 season with a new look.|The camp’s luxury chalets have been enlarged and bathrooms redesigned to include new bathtubs. Eco-friendly decks have also been installed and new soft furnishings…
Hiking in Nairobi is a favourite activity among locals and tourists alike and it’s no secret that the sheer variety of trails, ranging in difficulty and offering some great views, is the reason why.The trails range from arduous mountain hikes to ‘walk-in-the park’ nature trails, many of which are not too far from the city…
The Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) and Africa Travel Association (ATA) are proud to present the 41st Annual World Tourism Conference in Kigali, Rwanda. In collaboration with the Rwanda Development Board, CCA and ATA designed this conference to set the tone for how tourism can be utilized as an engine for economic growth and job…
The Mara has been described as the most prolific wildlife real-estate on earth and is perhaps Africa’s greatest safari destination. Similarly, the Serengeti, which is contiguous with The Mara to the south, is one of Africa’s truly untamed wildernesses, with seemingly endless expanses of swaying savannah where plains herds graze and lions and cheetah maintain…
Rovos Rail tourist train is on its way from Cape Town to Dar es Salaam in Tanzania, on its annual vintage trip from the tip of the African continent to its heart, rolling through famous tourist attraction sites in southern Africa.The luxury train left Victoria Falls on Monday this week, heading northwards to Dar es…
Whether your guests need a bespoke safari custom-designed from top to bottom, a scheduled small-group departure, guaranteed to operate on multiple departure dates every month, or a completely private journey, with a private vehicle and dedicated Micato Safari Director, Micato’s 50 years of safari experience enables us to provide you with an insider’s understanding, extraordinary…
Durban Tourism is pleased to welcome Essence Festival Durban back to South Africa from September 26 to October 1, 2017. .The event will take place at Durban’s International Convention Centre, located just minutes from the city’s magnificent “Golden Mile” beachfront. Bishop T.D. Jakes will serve as the festival’s headline act.Essence’s “party with a purpose” will feature world-famous…
Travel Weekly contributor, Eric Moya, describes his magical experience recently in Kenya. He explains that every wildlife photographer’s goal is to capture the big five – buffalo, leopards, lions, and rhinos are on everyone’s list when travelling on a safari.Three of these fascinating animals were spotted at Elephant Bedroom Camp.Eric describes all the different types…
Although laikipiacounty in the Kenyan highlands is just a few miles north of the equator, the early-morning air is cool and tangy. When the sun reaches its zenith, shining brightly in arching, china-blue skies daubed with high, scudding clouds, there is a clarity to the light that makes it possible to see over great distances,…
Growth figures in theAfrican tourism sector are impressive: A new report finds that flourishing tourism in Africa is providing millions of people with work and adding billions of dollars to national economies. In its annual Economic Development in Africa Report, the UN Conference on Trade and Development projects continued robust growth in tourism in the coming…
Air Seychelles has taken the decision to suspend its service between Durban and Seychelles, effective July 27, 2017.The performance of the twice-weekly operation and its contribution to inbound tourism in the Seychelles did not meet company expectations.Roy Kinnear, Chief Executive Officer of Air Seychelles, said: “We have taken the tough decision to discontinue our Durban…
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At Azura Selous, families enjoy authentic African safaris, with no other cars in sight during game drives and children stay for free (max 2, ages 6 – 16, sharing with parents). Children from 6 years and older are welcome at Azura Selous. Offer valid 1 June 2017 – 31 March 2018, 1 June 2018 –…
The Chobe River joins the Zambezi River where four countries meet, making up the Zambezi River basin in Southern Africa – Zambia, Zimbabwe, Namibia and Botswana. Until quite recently, this region was referred to as Zambesia. Thanks to its proximity to the Falls (a mere 75km drive) and some of the best wildlife experiences in Africa,…
With 368 alleys squeezed into just one square kilometer, the old walled city of Harar in eastern Ethiopia is a colourful maze that begs exploration. Its thick, five-metre-high walls were erected in the 16th century as a defensive response to the neighbouring Christian Ethiopian Empire, but today Muslims and Christians share the city in peacRead more:
Wine worth travelling for: South Africa’s wine tourism goes digital Thanks to the newly-launched wine tourism portal, www.visitwinelands.co.za.- the winelands tourism offering is now just a click away, welcoming wine enthusiasts from far and wide with even greater ease. The portal gives users access to everything on offer in SA’s wine tourism industry, inspiring visitors…
Africa’s Travel Indaba – South African Tourism’s flagship travel trade show, previously known as Indaba – will take place from 8 to 10 May 2018 at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban, preceded by a Business Opportunity Networking Day (BONDay) for exhibitors on 7 May.Read more:
Addressing a group of investors on 13 June, 2017, during his investment outreach tour to the United States, Herman Mashaba, Executive Mayor of Johannesburg, declared the City open for business.The lunch event, organised in collaboration with Brand South Africa and SA Tourism, was attended by a number of dignitaries representing a wide range of industries, which had expressed interest…
International visitors to Ethiopia can now obtain their visas online.The initiative, made possible by a partnership between the Ethiopian government and Ethiopian Airlines, is expected to draw more international travellers to the country.“This project is part of a new national initiative to transform the tourism sector in the country. The full commencement of the Online…
South African Airways (SAA), the national carrier of South Africa and Africa’s most awarded airline, has introduced the new Airbus A330-300 on the Washington DC-Dulles to Accra, Ghana, route. This service complements the existing Washington DC-Dulles to Dakar, Senegal, route operated by the A330-300. “We are thrilled to have our newest aircraft operating daily on…
Tanzania’s bustling northern safari capital of Arusha boasts that it is producing its own green public oasis at Themi Living Garden, thanks to the City Council and Oikos East Africa’s partnering in the project. Oikos East Africa is an Arusha-based non-governmental organization promoting the protection of biodiversity and sustainable use of natural resources as tools…
The German government has released 18 million euro to support conservation of wildlife in the Selous Game Reserve (SGR) in Southern Tanzania.Germany also donated 6 brand-new Toyota Land Cruisers for anti-poaching patrols in the Selous, the biggest wildlife conserved reserve in Africa.The Germany ambassador to Tanzania, Mr. Egon Kochanke, explained that the Selous Ecosystem Conservation…
Marnie Delaney-Parker has joined the Radisson Blu Hotel Waterfront, Cape Town, as Director of Sales and Marketing. Previously with the Cape Grace and Sun International, Marnie has more than 20 years’ experience in the tourism and hospitality industry. Read More
June marks the re-opening of not one, but two andBeyond luxury safari camps: the intimate, six-suite andBeyond Phinda Rock Lodge, overlooking Leopard Rock in South Africa and the rustic, yet elegant nine-tent andBeyond Nxabega Okavango Tented Camp in Botswana’s wildlife-rich grasslands.Read Report