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Tourism Industry experts are calling on African leaders to see tourism as a great revenue earner for the economic growth of the continent if fully harnessed. Speaking at the 20th Akwaaba African Travel Market 2024 in Lagos, the experts lamented factors hindering tourism growth in the continent to include visa policy issues, … read more
The opening of the 20th Akwaaba African Travel Market 2024 on Sunday September 22nd, unfolded in an atmosphere of celebration and colour at the prestigious Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.
With over 60 exhibitors from various African nations, the venue was filled to capacity, draped in vibrant decorations that p… read more
Silversea is experiencing a resurgence of demand for its West African itineraries out of Cape Town, after they were reinstated in 2025 following the COVID-19 pandemic.
The luxury cruise line first started sailing the West African coast in 2011, but suspended the service in 2020 during the Coronavirus outbreak, which shut down the gl… read more
The 20th edition of the Akwaaba Travel Market, West Africa’s largest travel and tourism exhibition fair, is set to be a landmark event, featuring a diverse range of high-profile newcomers making their debut.
Mövenpick Hotel & Residence Nairobi from Kenya, Memorial Healthcare Group from Turkey, and Costa Cruises from Italy will p… read more
In an unprecedented move, Novaturas, a leading tour operator in the
Baltic States, has announced the launch of package tours from Lithuania,
Latvia, and Estonia to The Gambia, marking a historic first in Gambian
tourism. This pioneering initiative makes Novaturas the sole major tour
operator in the region to offer scheduled… read more
Liberia offers a rich blend of culture, history, and natural beauty, making it a fascinating travel destination. Citizens from 16 countries, including South Korea, Senegal, and Nigeria, can travel to Liberia visa-free, simplifying and easing their entry. From pristine beaches and lush rainforests to vibrant cities and historic sites, Liberia has… read more
UNESCO has approved the designation of 11 new biosphere reserves in
11 countries, including Belgium and Gambia for the first time and two
transboundary biosphere reserves. The other new biosphere reserves are
located in Colombia, Dominican Republic, Italy, Mongolia, the Kingdom of
the Netherlands, the Philippines, Re… read more
Nigeria, located on the Gulf of Guinea in Africa, has relaxed its visa-free entry policies for 23 countries to promote both tourism and business travel. The country is home to numerous natural landmarks and wildlife reserves. Notable sites include Cross River National Park and Yankari National Park, which feature waterfalls, dense rainfor… read more
TUI accelerates growth in sub-Saharan Africa, unveils new projects in Zanzibar and beyond
TUI Group is expanding its footprint in sub-Saharan Africa, developing new holiday destinations and increasing its hotel portfolio in the region. Following successes in Cape Verde, TUI is creating a new destination cluster in Zanz… read more
The luxury cruise line Seabourn has announced that Seabourn Sojourn will no longer be transitting the Suez Canal on her Grand Africa voyage in November, with all port calls in the Middle East cancelled as a result.
The Grand Voyage will continue as planned, and will remain a 90-day itinerary, but the ship will no longer trans… read more
Collaborate, innovate and empower: Experts outline Africa’s Tourism path to growth
Vibrant celebrations as 20th Akwaaba African Travel Market opens in Lagos
Demand surging for Silversea on West African itineraries out of Cape Town
Novaturas opens The Gambia as a new destination
Liberia is booming with new visa-free entry for 16 countries
UNESCO designates 11 new biosphere reserves… Gambia’s Niumi Biosphere named
Nigeria's new visa policy to drive Tourism
TUI Group expands in Africa with new destinations and hotels
Seabourn amends 2024 Grand Africa voyage to avoid Red Sea amid security crisis
