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23 September 2021
Basecamp & Saruni Come Together
Basecamp Explorer KenyaWe are delighted to inform you that Basecamp Explorer Kenya and Saruni lodges & camps have Come Together. Both Basecamp and Saruni combined have for the last four decades pioneered conservation practices and safaris in Kenya and both believe that Africa needs community-based approaches where local communities' income from wildlife conservation leads to more entrepreneurial and educational opportunities.
Read More22 September 2021
When Will The Green Lights Come On Again All Over Africa?
ATTA®"Once again, Africa has been singled for punishment by the UK Government. Folks in the tourism industry across the African continent, and here in UK, have no idea why or what they have done to be ignored." Read ATTA's president and group managing director, Nigel Vere Nicolls recent article in this weeks TTG
Read More22 September 2021
Mantis Collection puts down roots for a greener future
Mantis CollectionCommunity Conservation Fund Africa (CCFA) is a fundraising and grant-giving non-profit company established by the founders of the Mantis Collection (www.mantiscollection.com ) and Accor Hotels (https://group.accor.com).
Read More21 September 2021
El Karama Lodge: New Horseback Riding Adventure
El Karama LodgeEl Karama Lodge: Adventures on Horseback from October 1 2021 El Karama Lodge, Laikipia’s leader in family travel and sustainable tourism, has a brand new adventure activity to share with our guests just in time for the Red List lifting.
Read More20 September 2021
Jenman African Safaris Goes Live: Safari Guide Chronicles: Namibia
Jenman African SafarisFrom the unspoilt ecosystems of the Kalahari red dunes, to granite gneiss mountain backdrops, exploration of desert sands and colonial seaside towns – we connect with our competition winners and guide Chantel to hear about their journey through Namibia!
Read More17 September 2021
ATTA® WELCOMES CHANGING TRAFFIC LIGHTS AND TESTING
ATTA®ATTA® (African Travel and Tourism Association) has wholeheartedly welcomed the changes to the UK Governments traffic light system today along with the reduction in testing requirements.
Read More15 September 2021
New website. New narrative. New chapter.
Classic PortfolioClassic Portfolio is delighted to launch IMPACT OF YOUR STAY.
Read More14 September 2021
Rise with the East, With Jenman African Safaris in 2022
Jenman African SafarisEast Africa is a destination which encompasses all - from breath taking landscapes, untamed safari terrain, idyllic beaches as well as captivating cultures.
Read More13 September 2021
Tuk Tuks For Rangers
Umlingo UK - Travel PR ServicesUmlingo is delighted to be working with Tuk South as they embark on an exciting adventure later this month... Africa is bleeding without its tourists.
Read More13 September 2021
Kili Villa signed agreement to support the Rhotia Valley Children’s Home
Kili VillaKili Villa and its partner property Sound of Silence in the Serengeti recently signed an agreement with the owners of Rhotia Valley Tented Lodge, to join hands in the support of the adjacent Children’s Home of Rhotia.
Read More11 September 2021
Introducing the ResRequest Web Series
ResRequestWe are excited to introduce you to our ResRequest Web Series. The web series is a series of four, one-hour webinars. Webinars consist of hot topics and great panellists, to provide you with tools to help you prepare for the tourism reboot.
Read More10 September 2021
Lemala Stays Ahead of the Curve.
Lemala Camps and LodgesWe could not be more proud. The Lemala team have done their research, and have made their own decisions.
Read More09 September 2021
How to Move House - Painted Wolf Style
Painted Wolf WinesAt the end of July the Painted Wolf Wines team were proud, excited and relieved to hear that 14 intrepid Painted Wolves (African wild dogs) had been successfully transferred from South Africa and Mozambique to Malawi, through a collaboration between the Endangered Wildlife Trust (EWT) and African Parks.
Read More09 September 2021
Mantis backs Jessop 650km run for rhino campaign
Mantis CollectionWorld record holder, ultra-endurance athlete and conservationist, Sharon Jessop, will set off on 22 September, World Rhino Day, from Mantis Founders Lodge to undertake a 650km run and anticipates being on the road for 21 full days to remind South Africans that both the tourism industry and rhinos are equally endangered.
Read More08 September 2021
Offbeat Ndoto is NOW OPEN!
Offbeat SafarisThe latest addition to the Offbeat Portfolio, Offbeat Ndoto IS NOW OPEN. With just four tents in the exclusive Mara North Conservancy this camp will be the ultimate in game viewing, privacy and our customary Offbeat hospitality.
Read More08 September 2021
97% of Pangolin clients pro-vax and ready to travel
Pangolin Photo SafarisPangolin Photo Safaris conducted their follow-up survey last month to establish attitudes towards vaccines and appetite for travel. The survey received nearly 1000 responses.
Read More07 September 2021
Upgrades and Renovations at Elewana Properties
Elewana AfrikaAt Elewana Collection, each of our 16 camps, lodges, and beach hideaways has its own individual style and charm, offering a completely unique and immersive experience in each destination.
Read More07 September 2021
Ethiopian COVID- 19 Vaccine Airlift Exceeds 50 Million Doses Addis Ababa
Ethiopian AirlinesEthiopian Airlines Group has transported 50 million doses of vaccine to more than 28 countries across the globe and became the only African carrier to reach such a milestone playing crucial role during this difficult time.
Read More07 September 2021
Exciting new activities at Gondwana Collection Namibia
Gondwana Collection NamibiaRecently, the Gondwana Collection Namibia has added a couple of exciting activity offerings to some of the accommodation properties.
Read More06 September 2021
The Tanzania Royal Tour with President Hassan, initiated by Kili Villa, has been launched
Kili VillaTanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has launched a tourism documentary program that will give exposure to Tanzania in the global tourism market, targeting to attract more visitors and investments in the country.
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