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If there is one thing that East Africa is widely known for, it is definitely its exotic nature scape extending from rivers to lakes, and across the East African Rift Valley. It is with no doubt tourism is one of Tanzania's - indeed East Africa's - major forex earners and contributors to the economy.
Tourism is also one of the major employe… read more
Omicron ruined just about everything this holiday season, from thousands of flights canceled globally at Christmas to downsizing New Year's Eve plans (not to mention the fluctuation of travel restrictions and tighter testing windows).
And the variant looks like it will continue to upend plans as we head into 2022.
But tour operators … read more
Recently the President of Turkey Recep Tayap Erdogan visited Nigeria and invited President Buhari to Turkey for the Turkey African Conference in December. This is part of Turkey’s effort to develop a stronger relationship with Africa and Nigeria. The city of Bodrum wants to take advantage of this special relationship with Nigeria to dr… read more
A diverse group of tourists from different parts of the world has spent this festival season in Serengeti National Park where they had joyful moments such as viewing various beautiful wild animals including the Big Five.
The 'Daily News' witnessed the tourists in dozens of vehicles conducting game drives on Christmas Day and Boxing … read more
Royal Caribbean Group provided an update on the status of its business and the impact of the Omicron variant. Knowledge about COVID-19 and how to deal with it have been in a constant state of flux for the last two years. Omicron has significantly altered the COVID-19 landscape for everyone, and the Royal Caribbean Group is no exception.… read more
With 2022 around the corner, Africa experts have shared their top trends to Africa for the coming year:
"We expect to see more requests for private experiences that allow guests to enjoy specific attractions in the most exclusive way possible," said Wayne Nupen, regional touring director at AndBeyond.
"'Restorative safaris… read more
Weather:
- much the same as January
- traditionally flood season
- heavy rains can cause rivers to suddenly burst their banks
Temperatures:
- between 18°C - 33°C (Fahrenheit: e.g. 33°C = [(33x9)]/5 + 32 = 91.4°F)
- visit our
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"This country is really underrated," a German tourist told my tour guide friend upon seeing the fogy atmosphere around Arbe-Robue, a roadside village about 10 kilometers from Asmara on the way to Massawa. Around the months between November and March, it is a usual scenery while descending to the port city. This is just before finding out about t… read more
Mantis St. Helena, on the remote British Overseas Territory of St. Helena, is set to reopen in September, having temporarily closed operations in 2020 due to international travel restrictions.
The Mantis St. Helena occupies the original East India Company's barracks (built in 1774), and is located in Jamestown, the island's c… read more
Emirates has added eight more African countries to its travel ban list. The UAE-based carrier will no longer accept travelers originating from Angola, Guinea, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Ghana, Cote d’Ivoire and Ethiopia. Outbound passenger flights to the aforementioned destinations will not be affected.
The flight ban will come… read more
Tourism in East Africa - Unpicked ripe fruit
Serengeti National Park attracts more visitors in Festival Season
Royal Caribbean Group provides update on COVID-19, Omicron variant impact
Kruger National Park Calendar - February 2022
Eritrea - Incredible Tourism Treasure
Mantis St. Helena set to reopen in September
EK stops accepting travelers from 8 more African Nations
