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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.
Building Bridges to a Sustainable Future: The 2023 WTTC Global Summit
In a milestone event that promises to reshape the contours of the global Travel & Tourism sector, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) today unveils the bold theme and agenda for WTTC’s 23rd Global Summit taking place in Kigali, Rwanda: “Building Bridges to a Sustainable Future”.
The Botswana Tourism Investment Summit aims to spotlight the country as an economic tiger
The Botswana Tourism Investment Summit aims to spotlight the country as an economic tiger in the making for its untapped tourism and investment opportunities.
Rotana announces debut in Senegal
Rotana has announced its entry into Senegal with Les Zeniths Arjaan by Rotana. The 150-key property in Dakar will be launched under the Arjaan Hotel Apartments by Rotana brand and is expected to be completed by 2026.
Umodzi Park Hotel: Leading the Tourism Race in Africa
In the heart of the enchanting nation of Malawi, Umodzi Park Hotel stands as a beacon of luxury and hospitality. Nestled in the capital city of Lilongwe, this exceptional establishment has become synonymous with excellence, setting new standards in the African tourism industry. BTN delves into the remarkable success story of the Umodzi Park Hotel and explore the factors that have propelled it to the forefront of the tourism race in Africa.
The Durban KwaZulu-Natal Convention Bureau: Pioneering Tourism Development
In the heart of South Africa’s stunning KwaZulu-Natal province lies Durban, a city blessed with breathtaking natural beauty, a rich cultural heritage, and a thriving economy. Durban’s allure as a tourist destination has been on the rise, thanks in no small part to the extraordinary work being done by the Durban KwaZulu-Natal Convention Bureau (DKNCB). This dynamic organization is at the forefront of promoting tourism development in the region, and their efforts have been nothing short of terrific and is why their nomination for Africa’s Leading Meeting’s & Conference Destination 2023 in the forthcoming Africa & Indian Ocean Ceremony of the World Travel Awards is so deserved.
UAE-founded ENVI Lodges announces first Africa property
Set to open in 2024, the 25-villa barefoot luxury resort, ENVI Paje will be Envi’s first project in Zanzibar
AFRAA to Join Focus Africa Initiative
Enhancing Aviation’s Economic Contribution to the Continent
Exodus Travels Expands Support for Elephant Conservation Efforts
World Elephant Day founder Patricia Sims to be an ambassador on an Exodus Adventure
UNWTO MEMBERS MEET TO RETHINK AGENDA FOR AFRICAN TOURISM
Tourism leaders from across Africa have met to rethink and realign the sector’s role as a driver of development and opportunity across the region.
RwandAir set to launch daily direct London flights
RwandAir is to launch daily direct services between London Heathrow and Kigali this winter.