AmaWaterways has closed on an investment from New York-based travel and hospitality investor group Certares LP, a company that also has stakes in American Express Global Business Travel and Travel …
Indaba 2017: South Africa promises Good Times in a Box
South African Tourism is set to launch a revolutionary, world-first product – called Good Times in a Box – to stimulate domestic tourism.Good Times in a Box will soon be available onlin…
Indaba 2017: Hospitality industry gathers in South Africa
Indaba 2017 has begun in South Africa with thousands of exhibitors, travel buyers, visitors and media from all over the world expected to converge on the destination.The event is taking place at th…
President Jacob Zuma to open Indaba this year
South African Tourism, led by President Jacob Zuma will officially open Indaba at the Chief Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban on May 16, 2017.Indaba is expected to bring toge…
Major upgrade for Gaborone hotel
Minor Hotels will invest $7 million in refurbishment of Avani Gaborone Resort and Casino in Botswana. The renovation has already commenced, with completion expected at the beginning of September.Al…
Western Cape wine estate adds more rooms
Delaire Graff Estate in Stellenbosch, Western Cape, is expanding its accommodation offering.One four-bedroom villa and six one-bedroom units will be added to the 10 existing units.New GM, Matthew S…
For first time, Viking to operate own Nile River ship
Viking River Cruises has acquired a vessel in Egypt that it has stripped down to the steel and will rebuild as the 48-passenger Viking Ra, launching in March 2018.Viking has offered itineraries in …
Saudia breaks passenger records in April
Saudi Arabian Airlines has achieved a new record in its 72 year history, flying 2,906,070 guests in a single month.The figures reflect consistent growth in domestic and international sectors at a t…
Hilton Durban set to undergo major refurbishment
Well situated adjacent to the Durban International Convention Centre, the Hilton Durban is currently completed a major refurbishment, which was undertaken in five phases at a total capital investme…
Kenya Tourism Board appoints Activ8 Branding in South Africa
Kenya Tourism Board has appointed local agency, Activ8 Branding, as their local in-market representative to further enhance their marketing drive in South Africa.They have a structured plan aimed a…