Travel news overview

• Accomodation
• 28/06/2023 22:38

JW Marriott safari lodge planned for Tanzania

Marriott International plans to open its second JW Marriott luxury safari lodge in Africa, which will be located within Tanzania's Serengeti National Park. Expected to open in 2026, the property will comprise 30 suites, including two presidential suites each with its own private swimming pool and deck area.

The lodge w… read more

• Attractions
• 28/06/2023 22:17

SANParks has reiterated that kitesurfing is not permitted at Noordhoek Lagoon

South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that it has reassessed the situation and reiterated the decision that kitesurfing is not permitted at Noordhoek Lagoon in Table Mountain National Park in Cape Town. The deci… read more

• Attractions
• 28/06/2023 22:07

CapeNature has closed some areas within its Nature Reserves due to the current adverse

CapeNature, the public institution with the responsibility for biodiversity conservation in South Africa's … read more

• Conservation & Wildlife
• 28/06/2023 22:00

South Africa game reserve turns to AI to combat rhino poaching

Thanda Safari, a Big Five game reserve in South Africa's KwaZulu Natal province, has started using AI-driven technology to track and monitor its rhino populations.

Previously, Thanda Safari used various methods including foot collars and horn pods to monitor their black and white rhino populations. However, there were important limi… read more

• Flights
• 28/06/2023 21:57

flyCAA joins the Hahn Air partner network

flyCAA wants to back up its growth strategy with a finely-tuned marketing plan. The aim is to enable passengers to buy tickets almost anywhere in the world.

• Accomodation
• 28/06/2023 21:53

Pan Pacific Hotels Group ventures in Africa with first Luxury Serviced Suites in Nairobi

Pan Pacific Hotels Group, a member of Singapore-listed UOL Group (UOL), has announced its entry into the African market with the opening of the Pan Pacific Serviced Suites in Nairobi, Kenya. The 175-suites facility which is located within the Global Trade Centre (GTC) complex in Nairobi's affluent Westlands business district will offer b… read more

• Flights
• 28/06/2023 21:51

LAM Mozambique prepares to compete with Airlink on the Beira - Johannesburg route

Currently undergoing restructuring, LAM Mozambique is now focusing on reopening high-potential routes, in particular the Beira - Johannesburg route, which was abandoned three years ago.

• Flights
• 28/06/2023 21:45

Airlink to increase flights between Johannesburg and Vilanculos

South African regional carrier Airlink has announced that it will increase flights between OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg and Vilankulo Airport (VNX) in … read more

• Flights
• 28/06/2023 21:44

Ticketsasa introduces installment payment for holidays & travels

Ticketsasa, a ticketing platform in Kenya, has unveiled JazaJaza, a payment plan that makes it easier for travellers to plan and book their dream vacations.

Travellers can now access flexible and easy payment options, allowing for a pay-over-time upon booking. They will also be able to pay for their hotel or customized holida… read more

• Flights
• 28/06/2023 21:39

Emirates flags significant peak in outbound travel this June and July

Emirates Airlines has recommended passengers to take time to plan their travel journey this June and July, as departure numbers increase significantly just before Eid al Adha on 24 June, and again on the 1 July as many families set off on summer holidays.

With more than 80,000 passengers expected to depart Dubai on busy days, Emirat… read more