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The national airline of Senegal, Air Sénégal, has undergone a significant leadership change and restructuring in recent months. In early August, the airline dismissed its CEO, Alioune Badara Fall, and appointed Tidiane Ndiaye as his successor. Ndiaye is the fifth CEO to take the helm in just seven years, indicating a period of instability… 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
MSC Cruises is weighing its options for the upcoming 2025 World Cruise aboard MSC Magnifica amid the ongoing security crisis in the Red Sea. The cruise line is considering changes to the itinerary and may reroute the ship around Africa if Houthi attacks on shipping from Yemen continue.
MSC Magnifica will depart on the 1… 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
Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has added three new segments to its 106-night 2025 World Cruise aboard Bolette, including a 21-night ‘Scenic Vistas and Diverse Cultures of Africa’ cruise, departing Cape Town on April 1st.
Bolette will sail the World Cruise from Southampton on January 6th, visiting more than 30 destinations in E… 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
The first ITA Airways flight from Rome Fiumicino AZ854 landed on July 3, at Dakar-Blaise Diagne International Airport in Dakar, Senegal, at 6:55 pm (local time). The aircraft, an Airbus A321neo, was welcomed with a water arch salute.
The inaugural ITA Airways flight from Dakar Airport to Rome Fiumicino AZ855 departed at 11:40… 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
Amb. Ikechi Uko, the organiser of the annual Akwaaba African Travel Market and a travel expert, in this interview with OLUSEGUN KOIKI, speaks on the West African market for Nigerian airlines, the challenges facing tourism in Nigeria and the recent upward review of visa fees for some countries by the Nigerian Government. Exce… 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
Air Sénégal stops operating to Barcelona, Mailand, Marseille, New York and Lyon
Demand surging for Silversea on West African itineraries out of Cape Town
MSC Cruises considering switching Middle East for Africa on 2025 World Cruise
Liberia is booming with new visa-free entry for 16 countries
Cape Town departure among three new legs added to 2025 Fred Olsen World Cruise
UNESCO designates 11 new biosphere reserves… Gambia’s Niumi Biosphere named
ITA Airways commences new nonstop flight to Senegal
Nigeria's new visa policy to drive Tourism
Hike in visa fee for foreigners Terrible Decision By Govt – Travel Expert?
TUI Group expands in Africa with new destinations and hotels
