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28 April 2017
Scenic Air Safaris To Attend We Are Africa, Cape Town May 2017
Scenic Air SafarisLuxury air safari operator Scenic Air Safaris will attend We Are Africa from 1 to 4 May in Cape Town, South Africa. Managing Director, Torben Rune and Marketing Manager, Simon Penfold will be present. Offering a distinctive take on the private luxury air safari, Scenic Air Safaris have recently launched two unique itineraries using their custom fitted Executive Cessna Grand Caravan aircraft for a unique cross border experience, bush strip to bush strip with no time wasted at international air…
Read More27 April 2017
Garonga Revisted, Garonga green
Ethos MarketingClaire was lucky enough to visit Little Garonga in the Makalali Conservancy near Kruger towards the end of last year. Check out her blog from her stay including some videos of the amazing wildlife they saw. Sister camp, Garonga Safari Camp underwent a complete rebirth last year in honour of its 20th year - but as with their safaris that target the deeper "soul" - the changes were not merely cosmetic. Check out their green credentials - rising to the eco…
Read More27 April 2017
Adventures with New African Territories
New African TerritoriesThe ‘Maasai Trails’ through the Loita Hills, is one of our favorite safari experiences! Our new Maasai Trails video is a sneak peak of what to expect on these beautiful trails of discovery, exploration, culture and tradition. The perfect example of Slow Travel, to connect to the place, the people, and the culture!
Read More27 April 2017
Wine, food and other crushes
Painted Wolf WinesPainted Wolf Wines is in for a busy long weekend. From Thursday 27 to Sunday 30, April, you will have three different way to engage with us at Decorex, Cape Town, at the CICC. Firstly, as the official wine supplier to Decorex, you can take a break for a drink and some food at the Painted Wolf Wine Bar. Secondly, you can come and see us at Stand U19 and buy a bottle or two to take home, or a case or two for delivery later. Finally, our winemaker, Jeremy, will be cooking up some delicious…
Read More26 April 2017
Ethos adds Fairlawns Boutique Hotel & Spa to portfolio
Ethos MarketingEthos is delighted to welcome Fairlawns Boutique Hotel and Spa into its portfolio. Conveniently located in a beautiful leafy suburb - but just a stone's throw from the busy Sandton business centre.
Read More24 April 2017
Hemingways Watamu re-opening - an update
Far Horizons MarketingThe rebuilding works are progressing well and whilst it has been a huge project we are on course for a completion date in November 2017. So what’s new? Hemingways Watamu Hotel Our new boutique hotel comprises 39 guest rooms (reduced from 74), located on three floors of the North Wing block of the property, overlooking the Marine Park. A new porte cochère, hotel reception and raised walkway has been designed, whist the restaurant and bar has been altered to c…
Read More21 April 2017
News from The Italian Tourism Co
I.T.C SudanThe 2016-17 tourist season is nearly over here in North Sudan as the temperature is rising above 40° - we would like to thank all our partners for their continue support. Most of our next season, 17-18 planning is ready Contact us if you didn’t receive yet dates and price for our best-selling scheduled tour: The Kingdom of the Black Pharaohs. We have added extra twists to the itinerary to make it even more enjoyable. However, the biggest news about this tour is tha…
Read More20 April 2017
Kamageo to create Zambia campaign in the UK
A major UK tourism initiative is being launched by the Zambia Marketing Group (ZMG) – a newly created entity whose membership includes many of the country’s leading tourism businesses. ZMG will run an extensive consumer PR campaign starting in summer 2017, to help educate and enthuse travellers regarding the country’s many attractions. More than 20 major players in Zambia’s tourism industry are involved - including Zambian Ground Handlers, Bushcamp Company, …
Read More20 April 2017
New website
I.T.C SudanIt is with great pleasure that I.T.C. Sudan announces the new website www.italtoursudan.com. We hope you like it as much as we do. We are still adding content and ideas and some features still need to be implemented, but we think we are on the right track. We especially hope that the images, our exclusive properties and our tours displayed with the new web graphic will make you want to come and send more of your esteemed guests to Sudan. Feedbacks are welcome
Read More19 April 2017
Kenya through the lens with Nat Geo Photographer Robin Moore
The Safari CollectionIn March The Safari Collection were delighted to host National Geographic Photographer Robin Moore at Giraffe Manor, Solio Lodge and Sasaab for TSC's first ever Cultural Photographic Safari experience. Robin was joined by six budding photographers who were under his professional, photographic guidance, getting insider tips and tricks in a photographers paradise! Read on to see how Robin captures the magic of his Kenyan photographic safari.
Read More19 April 2017
Laptops on airlines...are you covered?
J W Seagon and Co Insurance BrokersCarrying your portable office equipment Most of us will have seen the latest travel news relating to the carrying of laptops, tablets and larger mobile phones on certain flights. The new rules apply to certain flights only, and customers should of course check, but simply the requirement is that this property must be checked into the hold and not taken onto the cabin. Whilst we are not questioning the reasons for this change, we do question whether anyone has actually considered the …
Read More18 April 2017
Wilderness Safaris Relaunches Little Vumbura
Wilderness SafarisAfter an extensive refurbishment and partial rebuild, Little Vumbura Camp has reopened in Wilderness Safaris’ private Vumbura Concession in the Okavango Delta, Botswana. With only six intimate tented suites, the camp offers a true Delta-island experience, complete with an array of both land and water-based safari activities. “We are thrilled about Little Vumbura’s refreshed look and feel, with the tents now boasting spacious rooms that lead onto a lounge area, having increase…
Read More18 April 2017
Nimali Tarangire Exclusively
Nimali Tarangire, a boutique lodge in a private concession, adjacent to Tarangire NP, has launched an exclusive use for 2017/2018. The villa is available on a full board or all-inclusive basis for up to 12 guests. Opened in late 2015, with 6 stunning tents and a pool overlooking a waterhole teeming with wildlife, Nimali Tarangire offers a unique and private concession experience with excellent guides to share their knowledge during game drives, walks and night drives. There a…
Read More13 April 2017
Namibian Desert Lions
Namibian Desert Lions: http://magazine.africageographic.com/weekly/issue-145/namibian-desert-lions/
Read More13 April 2017
Abu Camp’s Wild Elephant Herd Thrives with Birth of New Calf
Wilderness SafarisThe success of Wilderness Safaris Abu Camp’s elephant reintroduction programme in the Okavango Delta, Botswana continues to thrive with the birth of a new calf to its wild herd. The elephant cow, Gikka, was seen with her one-month-old calf at the end of February – her third calf since she and her daughter Naya were introduced into the Okavango Delta from the Abu Herd in July 2011. Abu Camp has never lost sight of its vision to return previously-captive elephants to the wild, an as…
Read More13 April 2017
A safari blog!
New African TerritoriesLaunching our brand new safari blog! A fun space where we can share all our safari stories, pictures, favourite spots and safari tips! We thought it would be a great way to show all of you what we get up to at New African Territories! Check it out on your next coffee break http://blog.africanterritories.co.ke Our latest post descirbes '20 years of camel safaris at Sabuk'
Read More13 April 2017
Kamili helps simplify Odzala strategy
KamageoFollowing Congo Conservation Company’s appointment of Classic Portfolio in February to manage global marketing of their Odzala Discovery Camps, Kamili has now resigned its UK role, to allow for a simplified strategy. Paul Telfer, CEO at CCC added “We’re hugely grateful for Kamili doing some fabulous groundwork for us to go on and achieve great things.”
Read More11 April 2017
Ruckomechi Camp Opens for 2017 Season
Wilderness SafarisWilderness Safaris Ruckomechi Camp has opened for the 2017 season, with Little Ruckomechi set to re-open on 1 June; both offering the most authentic and sustainable ecotourism experience in Zimbabwe’s Mana Pools National Park. “We are well rested, fully recharged and looking forward to an exciting 2017 season ahead”, said Ruckomechi Camp Assistant Manager, Edmond Mudzimu. “Our guides have just returned from an intensive training course in Hwange National Park where the…
Read More11 April 2017
Zambia: New camp in Liuwa Plain NP
Time + TideThe newest camp in the Time + Tide portfolio, King Lewanika was designed by award winning architects, Silvio Rech and Lesley Carstens, the same team who created Zambia’s flagship camp, Chinzombo, and our new Madagascan island property, Miavana. King Lewanika is the only permanent camp in Liuwa Plain National Park. Despite its 5 star luxury, King Lewanika retains a safari authenticity with canvas drops, indoor and outdoor showers, decks overlooking the vast Liuwa Plain and …
Read More10 April 2017
Elephant Ignite Expedition
A journey with gigantic purpose: http://magazine.africageographic.com/weekly/issue-143/elephant-ignite-expedition/
Read More10 April 2017
Elewana Welcomes Honour Schram de Jong
Elewana AfricaWe are very pleased to announce the appointment of Honour Schram de Jong as a sales and marketing representative for Elewana in Europe. Honour will represent Elewana and SkySafari by Elewana in the UK, Ireland, Switzerland, Belgium, the Netherlands, France, Spain, Italy and Germany. Dutch-born Honour lives in Windsor, UK and speaks Dutch, English, French and German. She studied at Leeds Metropolitan University achieving a BA (Hons) in European Business and Languages (French and German) and a…
Read More10 April 2017
Giraffe Manor to feature in new BBC series
The Safari CollectionGrab your popcorn and pellets! Giraffe Manor, flagship property of The Safari Collection’s portfolio of luxury Kenyan properties, is pleased to be featuring in BBC Two’s new series, ‘Amazing Hotels: Life Beyond the Lobby’. Join us as we host journalist Giles Coren and chef Monica Galetti as they venture behind-the-scenes of Kenya’s most iconic property where wildlife conservation combines with top-tier accommodation and service to offer guests the ultim…
Read More10 April 2017
Angama Foundation Unveils Three Maiden Projects Benefitting Local Maasai Communities
Kenya’s luxury safari lodge, Angama Mara, has unveiled three projects benefitting the property’s neighbouring communities as a result of funds raised by guests through a nightly donation to the Angama Foundation. Together with Narok County’s Minister of Education, on March 17, 2017, the Angama Foundation proudly opened its three maiden projects: accommodation for 16 teachers at Emurutoto Primary School, three new classrooms at&nb…
Read More07 April 2017
In the Footsteps of Giants
In the Footsteps of Giants with Greg du Toit: http://magazine.africageographic.com/weekly/issue-144/in-the-footsteps-of-giants/
Read More07 April 2017
Increasing the African Bush Camps Footprint in the Australasian Market
African Bush CampsAfrican Bush Camps has recently entered into a partnership with Ynot Concepts, a cutting-edge boutique agency in Sydney, Australia. Ynot Concepts will support African Bush Camps in the Australasian market in sales, marketing and PR. With over 21 years industry experience and extensive product knowledge, Ynot Concepts provides a strong platform to increase our brand awareness, grow the African Bush Camps market share and stimulate new business in Australia and New Zealand. Ynot Concepts is head…
Read More06 April 2017
Sabi Sabi Game Reserve Lodges Extends the World-Class Status of National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World
Sabi Sabi Private Game ReserveSabi Sabi Earth Lodge has been a proud member of the National Geographic Unique Lodges of the World, since its inception in January 2015. We are extremely pleased to announce that the entire collection of Sabi Sabi's Lodges has now joined this prestigious brand. For more information, please visit the Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve Website Sabi Sabi Private Game Reserve UK & Ireland Trade enquiries: natalie@amgltd.biz Reservations: +27 11 447 7172 res@sabisabi.com w…
Read More05 April 2017
Pinnacle Safaris in Capetown for WTM Africa 2017
Pinnacle Africa SafarisWTM Africa date is getting closer and Pinnacle Safaris team is coming to Cape Town. Headquartered in Uganda, the Company operates mainly four business Sectors: Safaris; Conferences and Event management; Incentives groups management; and field Logistical support. Our range of services explore the forgotten treasures of Africa, and include safari arrangements, Events and Conferences arrangements, incentive travel, provision of vehicle support services, interpretation service…
Read More04 April 2017
Zambia Travel Expo (ZATEX) 26TH – 28TH April 2017
Zambia Tourism BoardThe Zambia Tourism Agency (ZTA) formerly Zambia Tourism Board (ZTB) will be hosting the third edition of the Zambia Travel Expo (ZATEX), from 26th – 28th April 2017 at Mulungushi International Conference Centre (MICC) in Lusaka, Zambia. The main aim of hosting ZATEX is to create tourism market linkages for industry players in the region and globally. The expo also gives an opportunity for international buyers to familiarise themselves with the various tourism products the country has on …
Read More03 April 2017
Cape Town here we come! Meet Coastal Aviation in WTM Africa 2017
Coastal AviationAll is ready at Coastal Aviation and we are very excited to participate again in WTM Africa - Cape Town from 19th to 21st April. Please email us with your preferred time and date on safari@coastal.co.tz and we will pencil you in our diary or drop by and see us for the latest updates. Coastal Aviation is exhibiting under the ATTA pavilion. In attendance will be Christian Ruggiero and Fatema Tapya from our Dar and Zanzibar offices. They would love to meet you! Hope to see you in Ca…
Read More03 April 2017
Severin Sea Lodge and Severin Safari Camp start 360° panorama view
Discover the hotel of your dreams directly from your home with virtual reality. The Severin Travel Africa presents newly created 360° panorama pictures of the Kenyan hotels Severin Sea Lodge and Severin Safari Camp. Whether a delicious breakfast on the terrace with view to the Indian Ocean, a cocktail at the pool, a wonderful sundowner in front of Mt. Kilimanjaro or close animal encounter with giraffe and zebra. With pictures and videos in 360° panorama format the journey becomes real …
Read More03 April 2017
Lewa Wilderness releases New Photography
Lewa WildernessIntroducing our brand new lodge photography recently shot by the excellent Stevie Mann. The photos showcase Lewa Wilderness’s stunning setting on Lewa’s Eastern Marina valley as well as our most recent refurbishments. Lewa Wilderness is the hub of Lewa’s activities including horse riding and exclusive bi-plaine flights, all captured brilliantly in our new photos. Download photos here
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