https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/tanzania/ Tanzania News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T08:52:56+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/africa-and-indian-oceans-travel-and-tourism-elite-honoured-at-vip-reception/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/africa-and-indian-oceans-travel-and-tourism-elite-honoured-at-vip-reception/ Tourism and hospitality dignitaries from across Africa and the Indian Ocean convened in Tanzania for the opening leg of World Travel Awards 2025 to honour the organisations pushing the boundaries of excellence and innovation across the region. Sun, 29 Jun 2025 05:43:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tanzania-welcomes-global-travel-leaders-for-world-travel-awards-africa-indi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/tanzania-welcomes-global-travel-leaders-for-world-travel-awards-africa-indi/ Tanzania is making final preparations as it steps up to host the World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2025 on 28 June. Travel and tourism leaders from across the region are gathering in the capital Dar es Salaam to discover who among them has been voted the industry’s finest. The VIP reception at Johari Rotana Dar es Salaam will mark the opening leg of WTA’s Grand Tour 2025, which includes regional events in Cancun (Mexico), Saint Lucia, Hong Kong, Sardinia (Italy), Dubai (UAE), culminating in the Grand Final in Bahrain. Sat, 28 Jun 2025 06:34:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-safari-lodge-serengeti-welcomes-matthew-senyard-as-lodge-manag/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-safari-lodge-serengeti-welcomes-matthew-senyard-as-lodge-manag/ A deep commitment to make a lasting change on the environment and involving guests in the culture and nature around them is the fact about Matthew Senyard that immediately caught the eye of the leadership team at the renowned Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti, Tanzania. Sat, 02 Sep 2023 06:25:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marriott-to-launch-luxury-safari-lodge-in-the-serengeti/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marriott-to-launch-luxury-safari-lodge-in-the-serengeti/ The signing of JW Marriott Serengeti Lodge marks the brand’s first luxury safari lodge in Tanzania as well as continued commitment to offering transformative guest experiences. Sat, 24 Jun 2023 07:12:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudia-launches-its-first-direct-flight-to-dar-es-salaam/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saudia-launches-its-first-direct-flight-to-dar-es-salaam/ SAUDIA, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has launched its first direct flight to Dar es Salaam in the United Republic of Tanzania, days after announcing the Group’s operational plans to fly to 25 new international destinations in three continents around the world. Mon, 27 Mar 2023 07:18:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/once-in-a-lifetime-african-safari/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/once-in-a-lifetime-african-safari/ Africa is a continent inspired by Adventure and Emotion; a continent rich with culture, unimaginable wildlife experiences and some of the most breathtaking sceneries. At Twiga Tours, their focus is mainly concentrated on offering high quality safaris experiences within East Africa and in particular Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda. Thu, 26 Jan 2023 10:50:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/melia-presents-the-future-melia-collection-in-ngorongoro/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/melia-presents-the-future-melia-collection-in-ngorongoro/ Meliá Hotels International has announced the addition of a new hotel in the Ngorongoro crater in Tanzania, a special conservation area Tue, 25 Oct 2022 07:33:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/zanzibar-named-leading-beach-destination-in-africa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/zanzibar-named-leading-beach-destination-in-africa/ Zanzibar has been named the leading beach destination in Africa in 2022 by the World Travel Awards beating a host of other popular places Mon, 17 Oct 2022 06:50:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-gadi-mbuya-chief-executive-green-inspiration/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-interview-gadi-mbuya-chief-executive-green-inspiration/ Breaking Travel News speaks to Gadi Mbuya, chief executive of Green Inspirations DMC, to find out how it feels to have taken a prestigious honour at the World Travel Awards Wed, 05 Jan 2022 15:08:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/andbeyond-grumeti-serengeti-river-lodge-to-open-next-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/andbeyond-grumeti-serengeti-river-lodge-to-open-next-year/ andBeyond Grumeti Serengeti Tented Camp in Tanzania is to undergo an extensive rebuild. The property will emerge with a brand-new identity as andBeyond Grumeti Serengeti River Lodge. Thu, 30 Sep 2021 03:39:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kempinski-to-enter-tanzania-with-three-safari-properties/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kempinski-to-enter-tanzania-with-three-safari-properties/ Kempinski Hotels has signed management contracts for three properties in Tanzania, two elegant lodges and a high-end tented camp. All three will be open to wildlife lovers and guests as of 2023. Tue, 16 Feb 2021 10:16:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/johari-rotana-takes-company-into-tanzania/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/johari-rotana-takes-company-into-tanzania/ Conveniently located in the MNF Square complex in Dar es Salaam’s central business district, the property offers 253 keys – including 60 fully-furnished and serviced apartments. Fri, 22 Nov 2019 05:23:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gran-melia-arusha-takes-brand-into-africa-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gran-melia-arusha-takes-brand-into-africa-for-first-time/ Based in the heart of Arusha within northern Tanzania, the exclusive east African resort will be the perfect base for visitors looking to explore the natural beauty of some of Africa’s most striking landscapes, including the Serengeti and Kilimanjaro. Wed, 18 Sep 2019 09:35:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marriott-expands-in-tanzania-with-new-four-points-property/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marriott-expands-in-tanzania-with-new-four-points-property/ Marriott International has announced the opening of its second Four Points by Sheraton hotel in Tanzania, Four Points by Sheraton Dar es Salaam, New Africa Hotel. The original New Africa Hotel was built as the official residence of Kaiser Wilhelm II in 1896. Tue, 11 Jun 2019 10:02:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mantis-group-adds-first-serengeti-experience/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/mantis-group-adds-first-serengeti-experience/ The Siringit Serengeti Camp is nestled in the heart of the Serengeti National Park in northern Tanzania. Guests are accommodated in eight 45-square-metre canvas tents, as well as a two-bedroom family tent for up to six people. Wed, 17 Apr 2019 08:14:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-tanzania-becomes-first-african-a220-operator/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-tanzania-becomes-first-african-a220-operator/ Representatives from the airline as well as officials from the United Republic of Tanzania government, alongside executives from the A220 program, celebrated the aircraft handover at the A220 Mirabel assembly line. Fri, 21 Dec 2018 09:59:23 +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/melia-serengeti-lodge-opens-in-tanzania/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/melia-serengeti-lodge-opens-in-tanzania/ Meliá Serengeti Lodge has become the brand’s first state-of-the-art, sustainability focused hotel. It is located in the Serengeti National Park, the oldest National Park in Tanzania, on the western border of Lake Victoria, a World Heritage Site. Mon, 19 Feb 2018 08:44:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flydubai-touches-down-at-kilimanjaro-international-airport-tanzania/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/flydubai-touches-down-at-kilimanjaro-international-airport-tanzania/ ‎flydubai’s inaugural flight touched down earlier at Kilimanjaro International Airport, increasing capacity to Tanzania and further expanding its network in Africa to twelve destinations. Mon, 18 Dec 2017 09:49:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marriott-debuts-four-points-by-sheraton-in-tanzania/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/marriott-debuts-four-points-by-sheraton-in-tanzania/ Marriott International has announced the opening of Four Points by Sheraton Arusha, The Arusha Hotel, marking the debut of the brand into Tanzania. Mon, 23 Oct 2017 08:52:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fludubai-returns-to-kilimanjaro-as-africa-travel-demand-returns/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fludubai-returns-to-kilimanjaro-as-africa-travel-demand-returns/ Dubai-based flydubai has announced the start of flights to Kilimanjaro from October 29th this year. The re-launched service to the carrier’s third point in Tanzania, along with Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar, will see flydubai’s network in Africa expand to 12 destinations. Sat, 17 Jun 2017 11:14:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-signs-codeshare-deal-with-precision-air-to-expand-tanzania-presence/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-signs-codeshare-deal-with-precision-air-to-expand-tanzania-presence/ In a move that extends its reach across East Africa, Etihad Airways has announced that it has entered into a codeshare agreement with Precision Air, Tanzania’s leading domestic airline. Under the new codeshare agreement, Etihad Airways will place its EY code on Precision Air flights between Dar es Salaam and Kilimanjaro, Mwanza, Mtwara, Nairobi, Zanzibar, Pemba, and between Nairobi and Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar. Wed, 21 Dec 2016 10:32:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fastjet-tanzania-prepares-for-kenya-takeoff/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fastjet-tanzania-prepares-for-kenya-takeoff/ fastjet Tanzania has been given clearance by the Kenyan government to operate flights between Kenya and Tanzania under the Bilateral Air Services Agreement between the two countries. The deal has previously been approved by the Tanzanian government, clearing the way for takeoff. Wed, 23 Dec 2015 10:59:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kenya-seychelles-and-tanzania-delegation-sign-joint-declaration-on-piracy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kenya-seychelles-and-tanzania-delegation-sign-joint-declaration-on-piracy/ Kenya, Seychelles and Tanzania delegation at 19th session of UNWTO General Assembly in Korea sign joint declaration on insecurity and piracy situation along Indian Ocean. Mon, 17 Oct 2011 13:59:59 +0000