Zimbabwe has been recently awarded the prestigious‘World’s Best Tourist Destination 2014’ and‘Favourite Cultural Destination 2014’ by the European Council on Tourism and Trade. November 19th at 2pm 2014 (EDT). Contact: Rita Pires (pires.rita@gmail.com)
Subject to Competitions Authority of Kenya, Cheli & Peacock’s Kenyan safari camp portfolio will merge with the Elewana Collection in early 2015. Stefano Cheli, CEO of Cheli & Peacock, said: “I am extremely pleased to announce this exciting step for Cheli & Peacock as I believe that by joining the Elewana Collection we will…
We are proud to announce that we have raised over R8 MILLION for the Wilderness Foundation’s ‘Forever Wild Campaign’, an initiative to help save our endangered African rhinos. The three Shamwari Group properties- Shamwari Game Reserve, Sanbona Wildlife Reserve and Jock Safari Lodge have since 2012 taken part in the Forever Wild campaign and will continue to do so in 2015 to raise…
A NEW TEAM, A NEW VIBE, A NEW LOOK, A BRAND NEW CAPE TOWN CITY HOTEL Over the past several months, behind a quiet facade we have collaborated with top designers and renovators to craft a completely new boutique style hotel experience here at Cape Town Hollow. Light floods through the floor to ceiling windows…
The Hospitality Association of Zimbabwe has honored Africa Albida Tourism’s CEO, Mr. Ross Kennedy, with the HAZ Hospitality Award, the industry’s most prestigious award. ‘The HAZ’ is given to a person who has worked tirelessly, sometimes in the background, over a long period, serving the industry and its people as a whole. Ross has been …
Occasionally, the Adventure Travel Trade Association makes select Webinars from its ATTA Members Only Webinar series public for all adventure travel industry representatives. This is the case for the upcoming Webinar on November 12, featuring research from the ATTA’s Adventure Pulse survey. The ATTA is pleased to discuss the results from the Adventure Pulse survey,…
The APTA community has been stunned by the sad news of the passing of Chef Bruce Robertson. A larger than life character who has brought joy to so many through his passion for food and for life. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his friends and family. Chef Bruce Robertson’s memorial celebration will take…
Dear Trade Partners, In South Africa, we are geographically very far removed from the Ebola epidemic in Guinea, Sierra Leone and Liberia. Tintswalo Lodges has recently experienced a number of requests for clarity on cancellation terms in the unlikely event of an Ebola outbreak in the areas where we operate our lodges and hotels. To…
It’s that time of year again to plan for upcoming travel fairs and to handle consumer inquiries about Botswana safari travel in 2015. Be prepared and order your stash of Botswana destination marketing materials today. *All materials are available at no cost. Click here to place order.
Due to its unique bush setting directly on the border of the Chobe National Park, Chobe Bush Lodge’s facilities and rooms provide a secluded and intimate experience with superb views of the game-rich slopes of the Chobe National Park and the Chobe River floodplains, including the renowned Sedudu Island in the distance. Common-rated with its…
APTA members Newmark Hotels, Reserves & Lodges proudly welcomes the Nyungwe Forest Lodge to their exclusive portfolio. The lodge lies on the fringes of Rwanda’s Nyungwe Forest National Park, overlooking the lush, undulating rainforest canopy and is the area’s only five-star property. Here, the untouched scenic beauty and diverse wildlife are paired with superior comforts…
Explore the exotic islands of Madagascar, relax on pristine white beaches and enjoy walks through Madagascar’s unique nature. Our new 9-day superior Madagascar Luxury Island Hopping Package exploring Nosy Be & its surrounding islands is the perfect package for those seeking a luxurious and adventurous getaway starting from Nosy Be through to Tsarabanjina. Guests can…
APTA member Mantis is proud to announce their sponsorship of the second annual Tusk Conservation Awards to be held in London on 25 November 2014. Sharing Mantis’ passion for conservation, Tusk has been working since 1990 to build a sustainable future for the people and the wildlife of the African Continent; and have initiated this…