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Finch Hattons: 30 Years of Kenyan-Owned Luxury Safari and Community Commitment
Finch Hattons, a luxurious tented camp in Tsavo National Park, is marking its 30th anniversary as a Kenyan-owned and operated establishment. Established in 1993 by hotelier Peter Frank and the Kenyan Gehlot family, the camp is named after the famous conservationist Denys Finch Hatton. It has been recognized multiple times as Africa’s Leading Tented Safari Camp by the World Travel Awards.
OurAfrica.Travel 2024: Connecting the World to African Tourism
The fifth edition of OurAfrica.Travel is set to take place from February 5 to 9, 2024. This digital travel trade show aims to connect global buyers with African and Indian Ocean properties and suppliers. Over 170 exhibitors, 280 buyers, and 20 media representatives have already registered. The event emphasizes collaboration and supports charitable causes related to community and conservation projects.
Minor Hotels Signs Deal for Visionary Safari Experience in Zambia
Currently in the early stages of development, Anantara Kafue River Tented Camp will be located on the banks of the Kafue River – a haven fully suspended 3.5 metres above the ground, ensuring unbridled access to the bush and river for the wild inhabitants.
Discover the Ultimate Equestrian Adventure with African Horse Safaris
Adventurers looking for a truly unforgettable journey deep into the heart of Africa’s most iconic landscapes need look no further than African Horse Safaris.
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.
A COUNTRY THAT HAS PRESERVED IT’S 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.
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
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.
WTM Global Report: Domestic tourism leading Africa’s post-pandemic recovery
Major destinations and source markets across Africa are expected to end 2023 ahead of pre-pandemic values in terms of value, with domestic tourism performing strongly, reveals new research published today.
WTTC opens Global Summit in Kigali with positive tourism message
As the World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit kicks off in Kigali today, WTTC president Julia Simpson revealed that the global tourism sector is making a robust comeback.
BRITISH AIRWAYS’ FIRST FLIGHT FROM LONDON GATWICK TOUCHES DOWN IN ACCRA
Monday October 30: British Airways’ first flight from London Gatwick to Accra touched down at Kotoka International Airport (ACC) yesterday at 18.26 local time.
OurAfrica.Travel 2024 Opens for Registration
Registration for the 2024 edition of digital trade show OurAfrica.Travel, due to take place from 5 – 9 February 2024 is now open – kicking off the tourism show season in style, linking global buyers with properties and suppliers in Africa and Indian Ocean.