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Seabourn Places South Africa at Centre of 2028 Cape to Cape World Cruise
Seabourn has spotlighted South Africa as the pivotal midpoint of its newly announced 2028 Cape to Cape World Cruise, one of the most daring global itineraries in luxury cruising. With the Seabourn Quest set to depart from Miami on January 7, 2028, and reach Dover after… read more
Regent Seven Seas’ New Long-Haul Cruises Elevate Cape Town’s Role in Global Luxury Voyages
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has unveiled a groundbreaking set of itineraries for the 2026/27 season, positioning Cape Town and South Africa at the heart of its global luxury cruise network. Among the highlights are a 25-night transcontinental sailing from Lisbon to Cape Town and a … read more
Ghana’s Domestic Tourism Surges to 15.4 Million Visitors, Injecting GH¢6.6 Billion into Economy
Ghana’s domestic tourism sector has achieved a remarkable milestone, recording 15.4 million domestic visitors in 2023 and generating an estimated GH¢6.6 billion for the national economy, according to the latest Domestic and Outbound Tourism Survey (DOPS) Report by the Ghana Statistic… read more
Table Mountain’s Record Visitor Numbers Highlight Cape Town’s Tourism Surge in 2025
Table Mountain, one of Africa’s most iconic natural landmarks, has reached a remarkable milestone in 2025 by welcoming one million visitors in a single year. This achievement, celebrated by the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC), underscores the mountain’s enduring appeal and the robust recovery of South Af… read more
Western Cape Government Enforces Water Restrictions Amid Festive Season Challenges
As the hot, dry summer months take hold across South Africa’s Western Cape, provincial authorities have enacted a series of water restrictions designed to mitigate looming shortages. The government has identified several towns at high risk of water insecurity, prompting the implementation of tiered r… read more
Nqweba–Addo Route Reopens for Two-Way Traffic, Boosting Access to Addo Elephant Park
Holidaymakers and tourism operators across the Eastern Cape can look forward to improved connectivity this festive season, as the South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has confirmed a temporary reopening of the vital route between Nqweba (formerly Kirkwood) and Addo. From 12 Decemb… read more
Crystal Symphony Relaunches with Modernised Spaces and Extended Africa-Focused Itineraries
The Crystal Symphony, a staple in the luxury cruise market since its launch in 1996, has returned to service after a thorough three-week refurbishment in Genoa, Italy. This latest transformation signals not only a renewal of the ship’s public spaces and accommodation but also a strategic commitment to Africa and the … read more
Azamara’s 2028 World Cruise Elevates Cape Town as a Strategic Hub for Global Voyages
The unveiling of Azamara Cruises’ 2028 World Cruise marks a significant milestone for the African cruise landscape, with Cape Town emerging as a pivotal embarkation and disembarkation point on this ambitious 175-night journey. Set to depart from Miami on January 5th, 2028, aboard the Azamara … read more
Proposed Cape Town Sky Train Could Transform Cruise Terminal Access and Urban Mobility
A revived proposal for an elevated Sky Train system in Cape Town is generating renewed interest among tourism and cruise industry stakeholders, with the potential to dramatically reshape how cruise passengers move between the Cape Town Cruise Terminal, the city centre, and Cape Town International Airpo… read more
LIFT Airlines Sets Sights on Mauritius, Eyes Durban as Springboard for International Expansion
In a move poised to reshape regional aviation, LIFT Airlines, the dynamic low-cost carrier from South Africa, is gearing up for its inaugural leap beyond domestic skies. Plans are underway to launch a new route between Durban and Port Louis, pending final regulatory clearance. This b… read more
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