Our two new dhows, Zambezi Tribe and Zambezi Origin have arrived in Vic Falls and are going through the final phase of their induction – undergoing their finishing touches, soft furnishing, romantic lighting, and other amenities, as well as a test run on the mighty Zambezi River! The dhows will escort guests on a romantic…
Jenman Select has created a new eco-friendly experience for travellers who are looking to be wowed by breathtaking natural beauty and get away from the hustle and bustle of busy urban life. This package is especially unique in that it allows guests to dabble in beekeeping, surrounded by fields of fynbos that flavour the honey…
It is such a delight when you meet someone that is so passionate about what they do and is so full of life. The energy and enthusiasm that radiates from this young guide that works at Elewana Kifaru House in Lewa Borana Wildlife Conservancy is infectious. His knowledge of the bush and the animals that…
Mountain gorilla: From tragedy to fragile success Re-classified, from “critically endangered” — (the highest level of threat) — to “endangered. Forty years ago, Dian Fossey and the world were devastated when a family of mountain gorillas — named Group 4 — was decimated by poachers. Group 4 was the very first group of gorillas to be studied by…
Saruni invites bookings for a 2 nights’ minimum stay at Saruni Rhino alone. We are delighted to announce that Saruni Rhino, our intimate camp in Sera Community Conservancy, Northern Kenya and the base for on-foot black rhino tracking, can now be booked independently from our other Saruni properties. Until now, a stay had to be combined…
We’re so proud to announce that Rhino Post Safari Lodge and Rhino Walking Safaris has been awarded the prestigious Kudu Award as the Business Partner of the year. Janine Raftopoulos, SANParks’ Head of Communications who stresses the importance of conservation and cultural heritage says that the Awards allow SANParks to honour those people whose “conservation…
The Pan African Hotel group, ONOMO Hotels chain, has opened its business in Rwanda, seeking to boost business tourism in Kigali and the rest of East Africa. ONOMO Hotels officially inaugurated their new hotel in Kigali, Rwanda’s capital city, in addition to their portfolio during an auspicious and glamorous event hosted late last week. The…
The Maputo–Katembe Bridge in Mozambique, Africa’s longest suspension bridge that costed a whooping US $750m has officially been opened to traffic. Financed by China and built by China Road and Bridge Corporation, the project began in June 2014. The entire structure is nearly 3km long, comprising a kilometre-long ramp on either side of a 680-metre span over Maputo Bay,…
Wilderness Safaris has introduced new fully serviced, privately-guided mobile camping safaris in Namibia. The exclusive safaris speak to adventurous travellers who want to “get back to nature and explore the vast and pristine wilderness areas”, with an expert guide, but with the comforts of a pre-setup camp. “The term ‘full serviced’ means that there is…
Lilongwe Wildlife Trust has launched a Malawi Conservation Experience, which gives participants the opportunity to work with animals and contribute to the country’s conservation drive. Feeding into the “travel with purpose” trend, the two-week experience combines hands-on work with rescued animals at Malawi’s only wildlife sanctuary, assisting with elephant and primate research, and spending time…
RIU Hotels has just opened the Riu Palace Boavista, which is its fifth hotel in Cape Verde and its third on the island of Boa Vista, following a total investment of 70 million euros. The five-star hotel is located by Praia das Dunas and it offers the exclusive all-inclusive 24-hour service of RIU together with…
Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services, Africa’s Largest Cargo operator, has taken delivery of its 8th B777 freighter aircraft in its cargo fleet family, on November 10, 2018 at its home base at Bole International Airport. Maintaining its trajectory of rapid growth and expansion in the global cargo industry, Africa’s Largest Cargo Service provider and largest…
The Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) alongside its partners will be the driving force behind the Seychelles Ocean Festival, an event that promotes marine-based tourism in the island archipelago. The event is an opportunity for STB to sensitize the local population about the role and importance of the marine world for Seychelles as a destination, the…
The Greater Kruger Card App, is a state-of-the-art tourist information system for those visiting the greater Hoedspruit, Panorama, Kruger National Park (KNP) and Lowveld regions in South Africa. It aims to improve tourist safety with live push notifications alerting users to any protest action or blockades, whilst providing up-to-date maps and information on activities, accommodation…
News Release 4 October 2018 FAIR TRADE TOURISM SIGNS PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENT WITH TRAVELIFE FOR TOUR OPERATORS Fair Trade Tourism has signed a significant partnership agreement with Travelife, Europe’s biggest sustainability certification scheme for tour operators. The agreement sees the two organisations combine forces to offer sustainability training and certification for tour operators throughout southern Africa…
Kenya Tourism Board is increasing its efforts to promote travel to the country by appointing CornerSun Destination Marketing to support ongoing marketing efforts in North America. The move comes just a week after Kenya Airways began the first direct flights from New York’s JFK to Nairobi. CornerSun will begin its promotional campaign with a multi-city…
We are very excited to announce that we have set up a permanent camera overlooking the water hole at Elewana Tarangire Treetops, offering you a ‘window’ to check out what is happening, any time, day or night, wherever you are in the world. If you are lucky, you may see a herd of elephants enjoying a…
CornerSun Destination Marketing has added Kenya Tourism Board to their growing list of clients securing project based marketing representation services for KTB through 2019. CornerSun’s first responsibility will be to execute a multi-city roadshow for Kenya in Boston (3 Dec), Washington DC (5 Dec) and New York (6 Dec). During 2019, they will conduct a comprehensive…
IWorld of Travel Appoints Kelly Swift as COO, Global Marketing and Partnerships FORT LAUDERDALE, FL (July 2018)—IWorld of Travel is adding a dynamic, new personality to oversee the company’s marketing and travel partnerships in its growing portfolio around the globe. “It is with great excitement and pleasure to announce the hiring of…
Tanganyika Expeditions is to proud to announce the recent acquisition of a new lodge in Tanzania: Arumeru River Lodge. Located 30 minutes from Kilimanjaro Airport, It is is an ideal base for safaris, but also a perfect starting point for those planning to tackle the Kilimanjaro ascent. The lodge offers 32 large bungalows, a restaurant,…
Leslie Lodge, a luxury Bed & Breakfast located in the heart of Malawi’s largest city, Blantyre, has been awarded Number 1 Bed and Breakfast Lodge in Blantyre by world-renowned review site TripAdvisor. Leslie lodge has repeatedly received 5 star reviews from guests, earning the 1st place award out of 22 currently listed B&B accommodation. The…
On 7th October 2018, the total count of rhino in the Rhino Sanctuary in Sera Conservancy (Northern Kenya), home to Saruni Rhino lodge, became 15 when it welcomed a new male calf. This confirms Sera Conservancy’s success as a unique conservation project in Kenya. Born to ‘Nairrenyu’ (Sala), the young male has been named by…
Crystal Safaris/ lodges Uganda we have been welcoming guests for over 19 years. Attached is our profile about Crystal Safaris Ltd and Crystal Lodges Uganda We are a professional registered Destination Management Company with many years of valuable experience of over 28 years. We offer guests a rare opportunity to appreciate the beauty and diversity…
Ethiopian Airlines, the largest Aviation Group in Africa and SKYTRAX certified Four Star Global Airline, is pleased to announce that it has changed the ultra-long haul route from Los Angeles to Addis Ababa to transit through Lome, Togo as of December 17, 2018. The airline has been flying to Los Angeles since 2015 with a…
Ethiopian members of parliament have elected Sahle-Work Zewde as the country’s first female president. Ms Sahle-Work is an experienced diplomat who has now become Africa’s only female head of state. Her election to the ceremonial position comes a week after Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed appointed a cabinet with half the posts taken up by women.…
Fly Uganda, a subsidiary of Kampala Executive Aviation, launched Scheduled flights across Ugandan attraction and the first flight from Kajjanssi- Kihihi in Bwindi Impenetrable forest one of the most ecologically diverse forests in the word which is a home to 400 of the world’s remaining 790 mountain Gorillas With the rising number of tourist in…
The Masai Mara has had a year full of excitement. Of course as ever the Mara has played host to the remarkable wildebeest migration, an annual phenomenon of over 2 million animals following a clockwise loop of approximately 1,800 miles in search of rain and grass. This year the Mara has also displayed some dramatic…
Completing the Kenya Authorized Travel Specialist (KATS) Program will not only qualify you as a Kenya Authorized Travel Specialist with the Kenya Tourism Board, it will undoubtedly boost your Kenya sales. From multi-generation safari-goers to honeymooners to luxe safari clients, Kenya is an easy sell destination for a multitude of clients. Benefits include: Two continuing…
The Elewana Collection would like to notify you that guests due to fly to the Masai Mara with either AirKenya Express or Safarilink Aviation due to stay at Elewana Elephant Pepper Camp will now land at Musiara Airstrip. Guests will be transferred by vehicle to the camp, which is approximately a one hour drive. The…
ARP Safaris is thrilled announce that for the third time Pollmans Tours has been awarded “Kenya’s Leading Inbound Operator” and for the FIRST time has won “Africa’s Leading Tour Operator” at the recent World Travel Awards. Khalid Shapi, MD Pollmans and Zaheer Moledina, Director ARP Safaris where on hand to receive the awards and all…
These are the two biggest questions we are asked, every year. When is the best time to visit Bushtops? And where will the migrating wildebeest be, month by month? If you know Africa (or read our reports) you’ll know that nothing is ever certain and everything can change. Migrations follow a broad clockwise pattern, but rainfall and grass determine…
Timket, the Ethiopian Epiphany, takes place January 18, 2019. This awe-inspiring religious occasion honors the baptism of Christ in the River Jordan and is celebrated throughout Ethiopia. The two-day event is both solemn and joyous, a rich spectacle of exuberant songs, spontaneous dances, and colorful processions. The traditional ceremony includes carrying the Tabot (replica of…
For the ultimate in luxury on the lakeshore, The Makokola Retreat have now opened a set of brand new stunning lakeside suites and a sunset villa boasting terrific views of Lake Malawi, with state-of-the-art infinity pools for the perfect getaway. Built along the far side of the resort, pitched by the beach on the shores…
Loisaba Conservancy is a hub for applied conservation research in the northern Kenyan landscape. Our research partners The Nature Conservancy, San Diego Zoo, Space for Giants and Lion Landscapes are constantly on the lookout for high quality images that can be used to identify specific individuals. As a result, Space for Giants and San Diego…
Last month, the celebrated festival of music and culture Lake of Stars returned to Malawi for its 15th anniversary event, smashing all previous festival records and delivering a 3-day extravaganza that left festival goers in awe. Despite challenges including high winds and sandstorms Lake of Stars shone brightly, proving it’s worth yet again as Malawi’s…
In the Land of Origins, the original source of coffee! Ethiopia is host to the inaugural International Coffee Event, Dec. 4-5, 2018. The event is expected to draw multiple stakeholders from all over the world including coffee exporters, coffee researchers, coffee roasters and exhibitors. Ethiopian Airlines, along with Ethiopian Coffee & Tea Authority, Ethiopian Coffee Exporters Association, Ethiopian Tourism…
As interest in travel to Uganda continues to grow, Uganda Tourism is pleased to announce the successful habituation of three gorilla families in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Following approximately two years of daily exposure to humans, these gorillas have been incorporated into the country’s gorilla trekking program, bringing the total…
Airlink has introduced a business class service to it’s Cape Town-Victoria Falls route. The airline offers direct flights from Cape Town to Victoria Falls. The business class service will be available to international premium travelers who arrive in Cape Town and travel directly to Victoria Falls. A premium cabin will be available to the passengers…
CroisiEurope’s African Dream was officially inaugurated on the 23 September 2018, on the banks Zimbabwe’s Lake Kariba with key members of the government of Zimbabwe, including Dr Constantino Chiwenga, the Vice-President of the country, Mary Mliswa, Minister of State for Provincial Affairs for Mashonaland, and Prisca Mupfumira, Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry. The presence of official…
Leslie Lodge in Blantyre, Malawi has been completely revamped. The lodge was taken over by new owners at the end of 2016. The renovation included an overhaul of all guest rooms as well as the addition of seven more rooms with a fresh look and trendy feel. The lodge now has 17 rooms, 13 of which have…
Tintswalo at Lapalala Wilderness has opened in the Waterberg region, Limpopo. It is one of only two commercial lodges within the 44 500-hectare Lapalala Wilderness Reserve. The family-friendly lodge comprises seven luxury tented suites with private plunge pools, en-suite bathrooms and outdoor baths and showers, and includes a two-bedroom family suite. The lodge accommodates a total…
The 7th Annual Aitong Free Medical Camp is proudly organized by the Land & Life Foundation, the charitable arm of Elewana Collection. The Foundation is a non-profit focused on supporting communities living in and near the key conservation areas of East Africa. We strongly believe that securing land for conservation, protecting species and providing communities…
Fair Trade Tourism has recently announced that it will be establishing a partnership with Travelife, Europe’s biggest sustainability organisation for tour operators. Springbok Atlas Tours & Safaris, as an Approved Fair Trade Tourism Tour Operator will now also have access to Travelife training and tools to help further positive change in their own business and…
Ethiopia is a trending destination you will see on more and more travel media must-visit lists. A great way to see what all the buzz is about is the Great Ethiopian Run (GER), happening Sunday, November 18, 2018 in the vibrant capital city of Addis Ababa. Billed as the “Greatest Fun Run in the World,”…
The Kigali Cultural Village (KCV) in Rwanda’s capital city has completed phase one of construction. Located on Rebero Hill, Kicukiro District, with expansive views of the city, the facility is due to be an eco-tourism and cultural village to promote and conserve the culture and environment of Rwanda. According to the Rwanda Development Board (RDB),…
The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) has opened two new hiking trials in the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve. The Belvedere day walk is estimated at around five hours and will start at Bourke’s Luck Potholes, head to Belvedere Guest House and then back to Bourke’s Luck. The Waterval trail is a three-day-long hike…
I wish people would focus on what I do, not what I wear,” First Lady Melania Trump lamented on the final day of her solo four-country trip to Africa, which took her last week to Ghana, Malawi, Kenya, and Egypt. She was reacting to criticism of the pith helmet she had worn earlier in Kenya.…
With its amazing reduced rates for international guests held for the rest of the year, Nkwichi Lodge’s latest newsletter has an overview of what to expect on Lake Malawi over the next few months, plus a run-down of the various activities available at the lodge and across the Manda Wilderness Reserve. For the remainder of…
Ethiopian Airlines, the largest Aviation Group in Africa and SKYTRAX certified 4 Star global airline, is pleased to announce the resumption of its flight to Mogadishu, Somalia, effective November 2, 2018. The flight will operate Monday, Wednesday and Friday and will depart Addis Ababa at 10:00am and arrive in Mogadishu at 11:30am. The return flight…
Kymberly will be representing &Beyond Africa, Asia and South America and will focus on Retail Sales in Western U.S.A. and Canada. She will be based in Vancouver, and supported by Shaun Strydom, Group Sales Manager, who is located in our Johannesburg office. Meet Kymberly From her early days in 2004 as Director, Industry Relations with…