https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/botswana/ Botswana News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-07-01T19:25:32+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-promoters-welcomes-the-zambezi-queen-collection-by-mantis/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travel-promoters-welcomes-the-zambezi-queen-collection-by-mantis/ Travel Promoters is delighted to extend a warm welcome to the Zambezi Queen Collection by Mantis, joining its portfolio of “properties with personality”. Located on the great Chobe River that borders Namibia and the Chobe National Park in Botswana, the Zambezi Queen Collection is made up of four houseboats; the ever-elegant Zambezi Queen and her three Chobe Princesses, as well as the intimate and secluded Ichingo Chobe River Lodge, set above the flowing waters of the Chobe River on Namibia’s Impalila Island. Wed, 10 Apr 2024 06:14:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/botswana-tourism-investment-summit-start-this-morning/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/botswana-tourism-investment-summit-start-this-morning/ The first-ever Botswana Tourism Investment Summit will be held in the country’s capital, Gaborone, from today, the 23rd to the 24th November 2023. Thu, 23 Nov 2023 07:43:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/a-country-that-has-preserved-its-rich-cultural-heritage/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/a-country-that-has-preserved-its-rich-cultural-heritage/ Botswana is a country where an array of tribes, each having transmitted from generation to generation, its culture, and traditions. Although their art and crafts, beliefs, ceremonies, legends, and rituals differ, they live in perfect harmony, united by their rich history. Wed, 22 Nov 2023 08:00:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/botswana-offers-a-window-of-incentives-to-foreign-investors/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/botswana-offers-a-window-of-incentives-to-foreign-investors/ According to the US Department of State, Botswana has the best credit rating in mainland Sub-Saharan Africa. The Government of Botswana offers a cutting-edge package of fiscal and non-fiscal incentives to attract foreign investments to its tourism industry in the context of the structural reforms it has undertaken to enhance the industry’s value chain and its multiplier effect on other sectors of the economy Wed, 22 Nov 2023 07:57:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/botswana-a-pioneer-in-sustainable-tourism-and-a-reference-in-africa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/botswana-a-pioneer-in-sustainable-tourism-and-a-reference-in-africa/ Botswana stands out as a reference in sustainable tourism in Africa. 37% of its land are protected as national parks or wildlife management areas to preserve the country’s wildlife and rich natural treasures. Mon, 20 Nov 2023 08:54:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-botswana-tourism-investment-summit-aims-to-spotlight-the-country-as-an/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-botswana-tourism-investment-summit-aims-to-spotlight-the-country-as-an/ The Botswana Tourism Investment Summit aims to spotlight the country as an economic tiger in the making for its untapped tourism and investment opportunities. Mon, 18 Sep 2023 06:16:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-sable-alley-botswana/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-explores-sable-alley-botswana/ Nestled in the heart of the Khwai Private Reserve in Botswana, Sable Alley Luxury Resort from Natural Selection offers a true escape to nature with its breath-taking location on the banks of a lily-covered lagoon. Here Breaking Travel News finds out more Fri, 05 May 2023 08:25:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/gtrc-2023-philda-nani-kereng-minister-botswana/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/gtrc-2023-philda-nani-kereng-minister-botswana/ Wed, 22 Feb 2023 09:01:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/most-expensive-travel-destinations-revealed/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/most-expensive-travel-destinations-revealed/ Travel insurance comparison site Squaremouth.com analyzed data from thousands of travelers to determine the world’s most expensive destinations in 2022. Thu, 15 Dec 2022 07:07:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/natural-selections-cycling-tour-puts-a-new-spin-on-safaris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/natural-selections-cycling-tour-puts-a-new-spin-on-safaris/ Sometimes the best routes are the ones less traveled. Safari company Natural Selection put this concept to the test recently when they decided to launch a guided cycling safari through Botswana’s most coveted wildlife area: the Okavango Delta Sun, 25 Sep 2022 08:24:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africa-leads-red-list-additions-as-new-covid-19-variant-identified/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africa-leads-red-list-additions-as-new-covid-19-variant-identified/ The government has reintroduced red list restrictions on arrivals from South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho, Eswatini, Zimbabwe and Namibia with immediate effect. Fri, 26 Nov 2021 08:55:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/canary-islands-removed-from-travel-safe-list/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/canary-islands-removed-from-travel-safe-list/ Also today, Saudi Arabia and Botswana have been added to the travel corridor list following in-depth analysis of the coronavirus epidemic in these countries. Fri, 11 Dec 2020 08:41:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/feline-fields-joins-mantis-collection-in-botswana/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/feline-fields-joins-mantis-collection-in-botswana/ Mantis has welcomed Feline Fields, a Botswana safari experience, to its collection. The location is home to a luxurious lodge with three pool suites, three bush suites, and a two-bedroom family villa. Mon, 27 Jul 2020 07:19:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-arrives-in-gaborone-botswana-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-arrives-in-gaborone-botswana-for-first-time/ The flight was greeted upon landing by vice president of Botswana, Slumber Tsogwane, and the minister of transport and communications, Thulagano Segokgo. Mon, 16 Dec 2019 10:14:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kings-pool-camp-re-joins-linyanti-wildlife-concession-in-botswana/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kings-pool-camp-re-joins-linyanti-wildlife-concession-in-botswana/ Wilderness Safaris’ King’s Pool Camp has reopened in the heart of Botswana’s Linyanti Wildlife Concession, showcasing the company’s commitment to driving sustainable ecotourism in this remarkable wildlife destination. Fri, 19 Jul 2019 09:01:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-take-off-for-gaborone-botswana-in-october/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-to-take-off-for-gaborone-botswana-in-october/ Qatar Airways will launch a new service to Gaborone, Botswana, on October 27th. The capital and largest city of Botswana will be the airline’s first destination in the African country. Thu, 18 Jul 2019 09:50:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wilderness-safaris-opens-jao-camp-in-botswana/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wilderness-safaris-opens-jao-camp-in-botswana/ After undergoing a complete reinvention, Wilderness Safaris’ Jao Camp has reopened in the heart of Botswana’s Okavango Delta. In addition to featuring five spacious tented suites, Jao is delighted to reveal its two new exclusive villas, each with its own private vehicle, guide, chef and butler. Mon, 08 Jul 2019 07:53:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wilderness-safaris-prepares-to-relaunch-rebuilt-kings-pool-camp-botswana/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wilderness-safaris-prepares-to-relaunch-rebuilt-kings-pool-camp-botswana/ The rebuild of Wilderness Safaris’ King’s Pool Camp is well underway, with its nine luxurious tented suites set to open in the heart of the Linyanti Wildlife Concession in mid-June. Fri, 08 Feb 2019 09:50:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wilderness-safaris-to-rebuild-jao-camp-botswana/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wilderness-safaris-to-rebuild-jao-camp-botswana/ Wilderness Safaris will rebuild Jao Camp, with the reimagined property due to open on June 1st. The work will also see the introduction of the camp’s luxurious and brand new Jao Villas. Thu, 06 Dec 2018 09:27:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/botswana-tourism-organisation-becomes-wttc-destination-partner/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/botswana-tourism-organisation-becomes-wttc-destination-partner/ The World Travel & Tourism Council has welcomed Botswana Tourism Organisation as its newest member as it becomes the first destination partner from Africa. Fri, 23 Nov 2018 08:31:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/contiki-expands-into-africa-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/contiki-expands-into-africa-for-first-time/ Despite covering Morocco and Egypt in northern Africa, the call of wild adventures in eastern and sub-Saharan Africa has been strong, and today the global youth travel brand has announced a suite of new trips to the region. Wed, 01 Aug 2018 08:50:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mapula-lodge-ready-to-reopen-following-extensive-renovations/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mapula-lodge-ready-to-reopen-following-extensive-renovations/ Following a transformational re-design by the team behind famed ‘Jack’s Camp’ and under new ownership by Natural Selection, Mapula Lodge is ready to open for the season. Wed, 02 May 2018 08:49:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wilderness-safaris-begins-mombo-concession-rebuild-in-botswana/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wilderness-safaris-begins-mombo-concession-rebuild-in-botswana/ Wilderness Safaris has begun the rebuild of its flagship camps situated in the world-renowned Mombo Concession in the Okavango Delta, Botswana. Tue, 27 Jun 2017 02:12:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-berlin-2017-botswana-prepares-for-spotlight-as-partner-country/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/itb-berlin-2017-botswana-prepares-for-spotlight-as-partner-country/ The tourism spotlight will be on ITB Berlin partner country Botswana this week, this year will be represented with 39 companies. Botswana will have information on its wide range of products and services in Hall 20, and place a focus on ecologically sustainable tourism. Tue, 07 Mar 2017 14:07:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-tourism-website-for-botswana/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-tourism-website-for-botswana/ It is often said that half the fun of a vacation is in the planning. But sometimes finding the right travel advisor to help plan your journey can be a challenging and time-consuming task. To make this important first step of travel planning easier, Botswana Tourism has launched a dynamic search tool to help pair travellers with Botswana travel advisors who best match their search criteria for vacation preferences and budget. Fri, 08 Feb 2013 14:10:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-tourists-killed-in-botswana-air-crash/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/british-tourists-killed-in-botswana-air-crash/ Two British travellers were among eight people killed when a light aircraft crashed shortly after take-off in Botswana. Tue, 18 Oct 2011 09:36:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wttc08-Myra-Sekgororoane-botswana-tourism-board/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/wttc08-Myra-Sekgororoane-botswana-tourism-board/ Breaking Travel News interviews Myra Sekgororoane, Botswana Tourism Board at WTTC 2008, Dubai. Sun, 20 Apr 2008 14:38:47 +0000