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Wednesday, 17 October 2018 12:42
Sanctuary Retreats launches ultra-luxury Geoffrey Kent Suite
Written by SATOA
Sanctuary Retreats has introduced its latest offering to the Masai Mara, the luxurious Geoffrey Kent Suite at Sanctuary Olonana.The Mara River, which runs past the forest setting of The Geoffrey Kent Suite,…
Wednesday, 17 October 2018 12:40
Safari Plains in the Waterberg joins Extraordinary Collection
Written by SATOA
Extraordinary announced on Tuesday (October 16) the addition of Safari Plains in the Waterberg region of South Africa, to its Extraordinary Collection.Set in a malaria-free area against the backdrop of…
Wednesday, 17 October 2018 12:38
Marico in North West listed as Unesco biosphere reserve
Written by SATOA
The listing of Marico Biosphere Reserve is set to benefit local communities in South Africa’s North West province, according to Rural, Environment and Agriculture Development (READ) MEC, Manketsi Tlhape.The MEC joined…
Zambia’s Ministry of Tourism and Arts has announced collaboration with the UK’s Natural History Museum that will see the establishment of a Zambian Natural History Museum.On Wednesday, October 10, Minister Charles…
Wednesday, 17 October 2018 12:35
Constance Resorts, Hotels & Golf introduces C Resorts
Written by SATOA
The first C Resort, C Mauritius, Palmar, will be launched with a soft opening on December 15, with the official opening set for February 2019.The resort will be run on…
Wednesday, 17 October 2018 10:51
Cape Grace Captures the Aroma of Cape Town with New Signature Fynbos Fragrance and Tour
Written by Cape Grace
Cape Town, South Africa:The Mother City’s luxurious hideaway, Cape Grace, celebrated the arrival of their 21st birthday in December 2017. As a tribute to their coming of age, the hotel…
Tuesday, 16 October 2018 15:19
Pollmans receives two accolades at World Travel Awards
Written by Taqi Moledina
Thank you for your support! We are delighted to announce that Pollman's Tours & Safaris has received the top honours as Africa's Leading Tour Operator at the World Travel Awards ceremony on…
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Tuesday, 16 October 2018 12:33
Cape Town’s Norval Foundation introduces summertime picnics
Written by SATOA
The Norval Foundation in Cape Town, Western Cape, will launch Sculpture Garden picnics on International Garden Day (October 21). Picnic baskets will be available from The Skotnes Restaurant Kiosk all…
Tuesday, 16 October 2018 12:31
Inaugural Garden Route Mega Fam showcases local attractions
Written by SATOA
The Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (Satsa) and Wesgro jointly hosted 45 buyers from across Africa for the first Garden Route Mega Fam, last week.The initiative covered five different itineraries…
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…
Tuesday, 16 October 2018 12:23
New flights to Nyeri to ease travel to Mount Kenya and Aberdare
Written by SATOA
Daily scheduled flights have been launched between Nairobi and the Nyaribo Airstrip in Nyeri, Kenya. The airstrip currently only services charter flights.The route, operated by Bush Air Safaris and bookable…
Tuesday, 16 October 2018 12:22
Westin Hotels & Resorts opens first Maldives property
Written by SATOA
Westin Hotels & Resorts has opened The Westin Maldives Mariandhoo Resort, the first of the Westin brand in the Maldives.The resort is on an island in the Baa Atoll, located…
Maldives will see its first hotel in the Curio Collection by Hilton, debut next year.SAii Lagoon Maldives will be the first in a global portfolio of 60 hotels and resorts…
Durban, South Africa, has been named one of the 19 must-see destinations for 2019, in the recently-released British Airways’ annual travel predictions.The city features for the first time on the…
Monday, 15 October 2018 12:53
AccorHotels to debut in Mozambique with new airport hotel
Written by SATOA
AccorHotels is launching in Mozambique with a new property opening in 2021. The group signed a deal with property developer Matreal Property Services to operate the Mövenpick Hotel Maputo. This…
Andersson’s Camp, situated in the Ongava Game Reserve bordering Etosha National Park has closed for a total rebuild, and is expected to open in mid-March.Rob Moffett, Marketing Director at Ongava…
Monday, 15 October 2018 12:50
Botswana plans two new museums to preserve heritage and wildlife
Written by SATOA
Botswana is planning to open an ivory museum, and a museum of geology and mining, to showcase the country’s heritage and wildlife.According to Stephen Mogotsi, Deputy Director of the Department of…
Next week, the inaugural Africa Halal Weeks kicks off in Cape Town, offering local Halal businesses and international buyers a platform to meet and interact.The three-day event will host at…
Sarova Shaba Game Lodge, in the Sera Conservancy in central Kenya, has commenced renovations on its swimming pool. Expected to be completed by December 14, the construction will take place…
Southern Africa 360 Luxury Holidays recently introduced a new way to travel in Southern Africa with its Cultural Routes Experiences, offering guests an intimate look into the culture and traditions…
Thursday, 11 October 2018 13:19
News from Wild Frontiers , Tanzania and Uganda
Written by Talking Stick
TANZANIA UPDATE: Tanzania Educational dates WE HAVE ONE SEAT STILL UP FOR GRABS TO A BONA FIDE TRAVEL PROFESSIONAL. ON OUR NORTHERN TANZANIA JOURNEY OF DISCOVERY DEPARTING 2ND NOVEMBER RETURNING 9TH…
