Tour Operators Opening Ethiopia, but with Difficulty

Off the tourism map for decades, Ethiopia has become an accessible tourism destination in recent years. The government’s tourism promotion entity, the Ethiopian Tourism Organization, has mounted a campaign to publicize the country’s rich menu of historical, cultural and natural attractions. But the going has been tough. Soon after the Ethiopian Tourism Organization got its…

Marriott & South African Airways announce Partnership

Marriott Rewards, Marriott International’s award-winning loyalty program, announced that members can now earn South African Airways (SAA) Voyager miles for stays at more than 4,000 Marriott hotels across 16 distinctive global brands. As part of this new partnership, Marriott Rewards members can now also redeem points for SAA Voyager miles. “Providing our members with even…

NY Times Trade Day Only $10 (regular price: $20)

Use Discount Code: TEO50 to take advantage of this special savings!$10 (regular price: $20) NY Times Trade Only Trade Day Exhibition Only Registration includes: Exclusive time in the Exhibition — meet with over 500 exhibitors, representing over 150 different countries in the following pavilions: Adventure, Africa, Asia, Australia/South Pacific, Caribbean, Cruise, Europe, Latin America, Mexico,…

Kenya Voted World’s Top Safari Destination

Kenya has been voted the world’s leading safari destination by the World Travel Awards (WTA), giving a major boost to the tourism sector. This is the second time it has scooped the prestigious global award. The country previously won the award in 2013. Kenya bagged the award after overcoming fierce competition from South Africa, Botswana,…

2017 – International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development

The United Nations (UN) General Assembly has approved the adoption of 2017 as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development. The resolution, adopted on 4 December, recognizes “the importance of international tourism, and particularly of the designation of an international year of sustainable tourism for development, in fostering better understanding among peoples everywhere, in…

Africa’s Top 5 Festivals!

Africa is increasingly appreciative of the arts in its various forms – photography, drama, music, spoken word and poetry are continuously strengthened and encouraged by events across Africa. The recent Karibu Music Festival in Tanzania, the Art and Beer Festival in Kenya and the Lagos Photo Festival are great reference to the embracing of the…

Carnival Calabar now in full swing in Cross River State, southern Nigeria

The famous Carnival Calabar is currently underway in Nigeria. Already a major attraction for tourists with it’s international museum, botanical garden, slave history park, amusement park, the city’s Calabar Festival is known as Africa’s largest street Party. Carnival Calabar is a unique display of Africa heritage showcased through music, dance, drama and visual creativity which is reflected…

Khwai Tented Camp Rebuild Update

African Bush Camps  would like to inform all valued friends, colleagues and supporters that the rebuild process of Khwai Tented Camp in Botswana has unfortunately experienced additional delays and the reopening date of both Khwai Tented Camp and its NEW FAMILY CAMP will now be 1st September 2016. As a result, they will no longer…

APTA Membership Drive Extended

The APTA 2016 individual membership drive has been extended to accommodate the many members whose current 12 month term expire in January. As decided at a meeting of the Presidents and National board during the recent APTA National Forum, going forward, members will be considered in good standing for 12 months from the day they…

4 Charts Showing Which African Cities Have Greatest Growth Potential

MasterCard’s latest African cities index examined African cities’ economic outlook according to their potential for inclusive urbanization. The 74 analyzed cities were ranked by twenty five economic and social indicators and are organized into three categories by population size: large (more than one million), medium (between 500,000 and one million) and small (under 500,000). Once ranked, the…

Stellenbosch Street Soirees Starting Soon

The first Stellenbosch Street Soirees for the season will spill onto the bustling Drostdy Street on 9 December.  showcase the town’s unique food and wine culture on its oak-lined streets, allowing locals and visitors alike to sip, savour and share in the vibrant spirit of this ‘forever young’ town. These fun gatherings are happening in…

INDABA Hosted Buyer Programme now live.

The much anticipated Hosted Buyer Programme is now live. The Hosted Buyer Programme hosts top quality global buyers that seek to experience and engage in African tourism networking opportunities. This programme is tailored to provide the Hosted Buyer with targeted meetings matched with the industry suppliers. Applications are available on the INDABA website: Apply Now.…

Meet Steve Boyes – NatGeo Adventurer

Steve led a 35-person team of explorers and scientists across 2 540km from the source of the Okavango delta in the Angolan highlands to its desert estuary in Botswana in 5-metre, flat-bottom mekoro, or canoes – an expedition which qualified him as a contender for the 2015 National Geographic Adventurer of the Year, with the…

Anantara Medjumbe Island Re-opened

Anantara Medjumbe Island Resort opened its doors once again on December 1st. The resort’s much-anticipated soft reopening is poised to bring truly memorable experiences for its guests. A paradise escape that is naturally exclusive, the 12-villa resort welcomes guests following four months of refurbishment. New furnishings and upgrades to the villas and guest areas will…

2015 American Traveler Report Now Available

The Travel & Adventure Show’s report on the state of today’s American travel consumer is now available courtesy of the Travel & Adventure Show Series.   Download Your Copy of the 2015 American Traveler Report  This report contains: Habits of American travelers Booking influencers Trends for 2016 And more! Contact Shane Higgins, Sales Manager at 203.713.1086 or by…

South Africa prepares for the cruising boom

Johannesburg – The South African cruise industry is growing at a rapid rate and moves are afoot to improve port passenger terminal infrastructure to cope with the increasing demand. Allan Foggitt, sales and marketing director for MSC Cruises, says: “Cruising has never performed better. “To date, more than 80 percent of our annual budget has…

Leeu House in Franschhoek Now Open

Leeu House, an exclusive 5-star, 12-bedroom boutique hotel located in the heart of Franschhoek, South Africa’s gourmet capital in the picturesque Franschhoek Valley, opened its doors on December 1, 2015. It is designed as a contemporary take on a traditional Cape Dutch house, with nods to the French Huguenot architecture of the surrounding area. A…

The ladies take to the skies at Air Zimbabwe & Ethiopian Airlines

On November 13th, Two Zimbabwean female pilots made history when they became the first all-woman team to fly from Harare to Victoria Falls. Read More Meanwhile, Ethiopian Airlines operated its first “All-Women-Functioned Flight” on the Addis Ababa – Bangkok route on November 19, 2015 Read MoreMeanwhile, Ethiopian Airlines operated its first “All-Women-Functioned Flight” on the…

Morocco Tourism unveils new website

A new website, www.muchmorocco.com, the official page of Morocco Tourism for the UK and US, is spearheading a campaign designed to boost tourism to Morocco. The site has been unveiled as part of a tourism promotion push by the north African countr, also involving print and online display advertising, events and social media.

Ghana featured in GQ

My official reason for travelling was to be part of the celebrations surrounding the inaugural launch of the new SAA flight route connecting Accra to Washington – a significant occasion for Ghana and for the African continent as a whole – not simply because of the prospective business opportunities, but also because of the wealth…

SA Airways in Top 5 Airlines with the most legroom

According to Conde Nast Traveller’s findings, South African Airways provides the second most legroom in the world.  Newer and more efficient airplanes means airlines are offering longer and longer flights, but can you handle 13 hours with only 30 inches of space? Condé Nast Traveller reports which airlines, both domestic and international, offer the best (and…

Still time to Register for Akwaaba 2015

Akwaaba Travel Market, the only international Travel Fair in West Africa, has grown to become the most important travel marketing platform in the region, drawing attendance from over 7,000 to 10,000 visitors from 20 countries. It is being held on November 22 – 24 at the Lagos Convention Center, EKO Hotels & Suite, Victoria Island,…

Kartagener Collection Racking Up the Awards!

Several of Kartagener Associate’s partners across the African continent have recently been recognized for their outstanding product delivery, and one is currently up for two awards… Sarova Hotels won multiple honor at the World Luxury Hotel Awards in Hong Kong: Sarova Hotels, Resorts & Game Lodges was named Africa’s Leading Luxury Hotel Brand. Sarova Mara…