The Africa Travel Association (ATA), in partnership with co-host, New York University-Africa House, organized the 9th Annual Presidential Forum on Tourism, a high-level forum which attracted over 200 participants, including representatives from the travel and tourism industry, the diplomatic corps, media, and members of the academic community. Ali Velshi, Host of “Real Money with Ali Velshi” …
It’s been nothing but full speed ahead for South Africa’s first true low cost airline FlySafair in recent weeks. The first flights launched were in mid-October between Cape Town and Johannesburg, followed swiftly by the launch of the Cape Town to Port Elizabeth route. The Cape Town to George route follows next week on November …
Due to its unique bush setting directly on the border of the Chobe National Park, Chobe Bush Lodge’s facilities and rooms provide a secluded and intimate experience with superb views of the game-rich slopes of the Chobe National Park and the Chobe River floodplains, including the renowned Sedudu Island in the distance. Common-rated with its …
VANI Hotels & Resorts has added its first property in Africa – AVANI Pemba Beach Hotel & Spa in Mozambique. The former Pemba Beach Hotel & Spa is situated in the country’s far northern province of Cabo Delgado, in the ancient port town of Pemba. With its striking architecture blending African and Arabian design, the …
When Ethiopia opened its doors to the National Tour Association during a product development trip last month, it opened the eyes of NTA tour operators. “Ethiopia is a country like no other,” said Tim Ambrose, sales director for Washington, D.C.-based Academic Travel Abroad, who joined other tour operators and travel journalists on the trip. “Its …
Wyndham Hotel Group announced the signing of 10 properties in India, expanding the company’s presence in the rapidly growing mid-market hospitality segment in the country. The announcement was made by Geoff Ballotti, president and chief executive officer, Wyndham Hotel Group, and Deepika Arora, regional vice president, Indian Ocean, Wyndham Hotel Group, at a press conference …
Mr. Roger Mahil, Chairman and CEO of SITA World Tours and Mok Singh, President welcomed Mr. Vinod Ajmera, Managing Director of Rajasthan Tourism on September 11, 2014 during Mr. Ajmera’s 3-day visit to Los Angeles which was arranged by SITA. Mr. Ajmera heads the Palace on Wheels and Royal Rajasthan on Wheels, which are luxury …
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The Oberoi Group’s ‘Best of Mauritius and Dubai’ offer provides an opportunity to escape from the dropping temperatures and onto beautiful, tranquil beaches and vibrant city streets. Valid through March 2015, guests who stay five nights at The Oberoi, Mauritius will receive one night complimentary at The Oberoi, Dubai. For longer stays of seven nights …
Five minutes driving distance from the bustling center of Marrakech, this privately owned palace offers 56 rooms and suites and 5 riads with private swimming pools meticulously executed by renowned interior designer Jacques Garcia. In the chic and elegant ambiance of Selman Lounge, experience a new culinary journey to Asia through a selection of finest …