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Cape Town’s New Illusion Hotspot: Agent Sales Opportunity
Cape Town is about to get a whole lot more fascinating with the arrival of the Museum of Illusions, opening its doors on May 31, 2025. This marks the museum’s second venture in South Africa, the third in Africa, and an impressive 61st globally. For … read more
African Hospitality Luminaries Honored at FHS Summit
The Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Africa 2025 Awards recently celebrated three exceptional leaders whose contributions have significantly impacted the African hospitality landscape. These awards, presented in Cape Town, hold particular relevance for African travel professionals, showcasing inspiri… read more
Whale Trail Renewal: Enhanced Coastal Hiking Experience Beckons
CapeNature, the custodians of biodiversity in South Africa's Western Cape, has completed a significant refurbishment of the renowned Whale Trail in De Hoop Nature Reserve. This revitalization project focused on enhancing visitor facilities and addressing environmental concerns, ensuring a premium hiking experience… read more
Lufthansa Group’s Africa Focus: Enhanced Comfort and Connectivity
Lufthansa Group is significantly bolstering its presence in the African aviation market, introducing enhanced comfort and expanded connectivity options for travelers. These developments offer exciting new prospects for African travel agents seeking to capitalize on the growing demand for air travel to and from th… read more
Air France Boosts Cape Town Service, Opens New Sales Opportunities
Air France is significantly expanding its presence in Southern Africa, launching daily direct flights between Paris and Cape Town during the peak holiday travel season. This strategic move creates exciting new business opportunities for African travel agents, offering enhanced connectivity an… read more
SAA Expansion
South African Airways (SAA) has unveiled ambitious plans to expand its route network, creating exciting new opportunities for travel agents across Africa. The announcement, made by SAA’s Interim Chief Commercial Officer, Tebogo Tsimane, at Africa’s Travel Indaba in Durban, signals a strategic move to soli… read more
Oceania Cruises’ Festive Season Voyage from Cape Town
Oceania Cruises is set to launch a unique Indian Ocean itinerary departing from Cape Town this festive season, offering a lucrative opportunity for African travel agents. The 24-day "Indian Ocean Opus" voyage aboard the luxurious Oceania Sirena… read more
Holland America Line’s Grand Voyages Unlock Lucrative Opportunities for African Travel Agents
Holland America Line is setting sail for new horizons with its 2027 Grand Voyages, presenting exciting opportunities for African travel agents. With itineraries designed for in-depth exploration and extended stays in key destinations, including Cape Town, these voyages offer … read more
Cape Town Cruise Sector Set for Record Season, Boosting Regional Tourism
The 2025/26 cruise season promises unprecedented activity for Cape Town, solidifying its position as a leading cruise hub in Africa. With over 50 confirmed itineraries, the Mother City is preparing for a diverse array of vessels, from luxury liners to expedition ships, further enhancing its appeal to international cru… read more
Bestfly’s E175 Acquisition: Boosting Regional Connectivity in Africa
Angolan airline Bestfly has significantly enhanced its regional fleet with the addition of an Embraer E175, marking a strategic move to bolster connectivity within Africa. This 14-year-old aircraft, formerly operated by British airline Flybe, joins Bestfly’s existing fleet, which includes an Embraer E190 currently under ACMI lease in C… read more
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