News from our Members
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31 August 2020
Kenya To Host First Annual Magical Kenya Elephant Naming Festival In 2021
Kenya Tourism BoardKenya will officially host the first annual Magical Kenya Elephant Naming Festival starting August of 2021. This was announced by Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) CEO Dr Betty Radier during the commemoration of the World Elephant day on the 12th of August 2020 at the Amboseli National park. The Event was officiated by Cabinet Secretary for Tourism and Wildlife Najib Balala.
Read More31 August 2020
Ethiopian Expands Its Global Hub - Addis Ababa Bole International Airport, unveils its new Aviation Infrastructure blending Modernity with Bio Safety.
Ethiopian AirlinesEthiopian Airlines Group, the Largest Aviation Group in Africa is pleased to announce that it has successfully completed a new passenger terminal at its hub Addis Ababa Bole International Airport with emphasis on Bio Security and Bio Safety measures.
Read More27 August 2020
Get on out to Tanzania!
Nomad Tanzania - CampsGet on out here! Tanzania is open and welcoming guests, and the great news is that there’s no requirement for a Covid test upon arrival (unless your airline or country of origin stipulates otherwise). For full details on all this, drop us a line and we’ll gladly send you our explainer document.
Read More27 August 2020
Fly with us again this winter from London Heathrow
RwandAirRwandAir will be resuming flights from London Heathrow Terminal 2 on 3rd October 2020. You can plan your trip with confidence with options that offer the flexibility to fly with us when you’re ready.
Read More27 August 2020
Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti Reopens 1 September
Four Seasons Safari Lodge, SerengetiWith Tanzania’s borders open to all international visitors, Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti will reopen its doors on September 1, with health and safety front of mind through Four Seasons new global Lead With Care program and contactless Chat experience.
Read More26 August 2020
Ethiopian Airlines sponsors RIDE 4 RANGERS supporting ATTA, Tusk & Land Rover
Ethiopian AirlinesEthiopian Airlines welcomed riders supporting ‘Ride 4 Rangers’ at Manchester Airport today, Sunday 23rd August 2020. The British amateur cyclists started their global 30,000KM bike ride in Land’s End on Saturday 15th August and will arrive in John O’Groats on Saturday 29th August.
Read More26 August 2020
Kenya: The first country awarded the recommended status of the SAFER TOURISM SEAL
Kenya Tourism BoardTourism is one of the world’s leading industries and a major economic development tool, and as such, security (crime and terrorism) has a major impact on the tourism, cruise, and event-oriented economies. Additionally, much of the entire world has been impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic and its effects on tourism have been devastating.
Read More26 August 2020
Ol Lentille in Laikipia is welcoming back international guests
The Sanctuary at Ol LentilleAfter passing all the official Kenya Covid protocol Ol Lentille is now back open and delighted to be welcoming back Kenya residents and international travellers.
Read More26 August 2020
In celebration of Women’s Month; Hideaways and the Dulini Collection speak into the Power of Dignity
HideawaysMenstrual health is not just a “women’s issue”. Women drive development in families, communities and nations. Without access to basics such as menstrual pads, these young women are unable to harness their potential, disproportionately hindered in opportunities.
Read More25 August 2020
Watch Jenman African Safaris Guide Chronicles, Episode 3: Ageless Africa
Jenman African Safaris“The terrain of travel in Africa has changed and guest experiences have revolutionised over time” Todd Metz, professional guide. Having started his guiding career in the early 90’s, Todd has witnessed transformations in client demand, accommodation, conservation initiatives, safety protocols as well as transportation itself.
Read More25 August 2020
SPOTLIGHT Workshops & Expo’s are going VIRTUAL on 30 September
Selling Tanzania /Houston Travel MarketingDerek Houston of Houston Travel Marketing Services has launched a Virtual Spotlight Workshop. As Regional and Domestic Travel is likely to be the first market sector to open post COVID the Prime objective of Spotlight Virtual will be to promote Inter Africa & Indian Ocean Islands travel.
Read More25 August 2020
Sanctuary Retreats is ready to welcome you back to Kenya and Tanzania
Sanctuary RetreatsSanctuary Retreats is delighted to announce the reopening of its first safari camps and lodges in Kenya and Tanzania Sanctuary Olonana - 1st September 2020 Sanctuary Ngorongoro Crater Camp - 1st September 2020
Read More25 August 2020
Wild Frontiers is ready for business
Wild FrontiersAs countries and camps start to re-open in Africa after a long winter, we are no exception. Our Tanzania safari guides are ready to welcome visitors back – and with a myriad of special offers available from top quality lodges, and very few tourists in the parks – it’s a fantastic time to visit. We have our ‘Explorer-mobile’ private mobile tented camp on standby for ‘absolute social distancing’ – using private sites in Serengeti/Tarangire & Manyara National Parks.
Read More24 August 2020
Serena Hotels: engaging with the local community
Serena HotelsThe Serena Group is more than a collection of hotels. This film explores how it is an engine for economic development in local communities – and has been for over the last 40 years. Serena provides employment to 4,000 East Africans and gives priority and training to over 2,000 local suppliers and companies, while engaging the local community in ways that help households to achieve better health and greater economic independence.Watch Video: https://youtu.be/pzIo6uaitmM
Read More24 August 2020
Keeping Fit With Muthaiga Travel
Muthaiga TravelOne of the valuable lessons learnt during the COVID-19 season has been the importance of regular exercise to build a strong immune system to fight off infections. Exercise also has immense psychological benefits such as decreased stress, increased self-esteem, improving mental alertness and is a scientifically proven mood booster.
Read More24 August 2020
Green, glorious green
Nomad Tanzania - CampsSo fresh and so greenHave a gander at this gorgeous video. With Green Season coming up, we've got a glorious time of year to look forward to: everything's lush and bursting with life, colours are washed with a new coat of vividness and flora and fauna alike are infused with vitality. (By the way, Chris Schmid - who made this vid - is out at Lamai right now, generating incredible images and footage. We're posting his stories&nbs…
Read More21 August 2020
Kwandwe Private Game Reserve - Welcoming Galpin Tented Camp
Classic PortfolioAdapting. That is one thing we have certainly been doing in these strange times. And it is with great pleasure that Kwandwe Private Game Reserve announce the opening of their new, eco-friendly camp, Galpin Tented Camp.No Wi-Fi, just a quiet, calm setting in the remote southern part of the reserve, Galpin is designed to immerse you in nature, allowing your spirit to drift in time with the rhythms of the wilderness.The camp strikes a balance between comfort and adventure. There are 4 bedroom…
Read More21 August 2020
Deals 2 Discover: Travel trade invited to add promotions to travel deals website
Discover AfricaOnline travel company Discover Africa aims to get South African’s exploring again by launching "Deals 2 Discover" - a travel deal website showcasing the coutry's best destinations, properties and experiences at discounted prices - and is inviting the travel trade to load promotions to the platform.
Read More21 August 2020
Alfajiri Villas are back open for international travellers
Alfajiri VillasAfter passing the official Kenyan protocol, Alfajiri Villas have been welcoming their first international guests back to their three private and exclusive villas in Diani Beach on the stunning south Kenya coast. With international guests experiencing Kenya in peak season, on the safari circuit, guests have been ending their Kenya stays in the complete coastal privacy that Alfajiri is renowned for.
Read More20 August 2020
Why Use Claire Cooper HR?
Claire Cooper HRWe at ATTA HQ consider Claire Cooper HR as an integral part of the team. They are efficient, highly professional and importantly, understand the travel industry. Don't just take it from us though, here are some testimonials from other ATTA members.
Read More20 August 2020
Bushtracks Africa partners with Prospero Zambia to assist with COVID-19 mitigation
Bushtracks AfricaBushtracks Africa has recently partnered with Prospero Ltd to support the Zambian Ministry of Health's COVID-19 response initiative. Prospero Ltd is the Zambian development arm established by UK AID which provides funds and creates initiatives to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 within Zambia. Together with Prospero Ltd, we at Bushtracks Africa are able to provide transport to the Ministry of Health's response team.
Read More20 August 2020
Vayeni helps champion #Ride4Rangers effort through its Zambesia Conservation Alliance involvement
VayeniLuke and Suzanne Brown from Vayeni co-founded the Zambesia Conservation Alliance (ZCA) together with Robin Brown from Cansaf. ZCA creates awareness for conservation of wildlife and habitat in Africa through its #WeShareAfrica and #SportForConservation movements. It also channels out support to its selected and deserving outreach partners in the region.
Read More20 August 2020
Welcoming the champion of champions Eliud Kipchoge to the Maasai Mara
Cottar's SafarisIt has been an exciting few week in Kenya. The Kenyan government opened up airspace for international flights and lifted quarantine requirements for travellers coming in from 16 countries (a covid-19 negative certificate essential).
Read More20 August 2020
Package of treats for ATTA members from NSL Telecoms
NSL TelecomsOnline telecom solutions are more essential than ever. Remote working is challenging when online solutions are not implemented within your business. NSL Telecoms are offering ATTA members a collection of services at discounted rates. Cloud based phone services are built as a bespoke project and we have seen an approximate saving of 30% when compared to traditional systems.
Read More20 August 2020
Innovative Travel Recruitment Services at discounted ATTA member rate
Lightning Travel RecruitmentSpecialist Luxury Travel Recruiter, although focussed initially on the UK, is offering ATTA members a discount on sourcing expert candidates to fulfil their needs.
Read More20 August 2020
Crisis Management ATTA benefits
tranquilicoExpert Crisis Management support for Suppliers and Trade members with free initial consultation
Read More20 August 2020
Member Offer from Stevie Mann Photography
Stevie Mann, a professional commercial photographer specialising in luxury lodges and experiential travel has very generously provided all ATTA members with a reduced rate for his expert services.
Read More20 August 2020
Res Request offering ATTA member benefits
ResRequestThe fully integrated hospitality software Solution, Res Request, has agreed additional support to all ATTA members
Read More20 August 2020
Southern African Legal Advice Club Discount
Louis Nel -The-LawyerExpert Travel Legal Advisor, Louise Nel - The Lawyer, has offered 30% off the joining fee and hourly rates within his Legal Advice Club
Read More20 August 2020
UK Tour Operator Legal support surrounding T&Cs
Mayo Wynne BaxterMayo Wynne Baxter offering all ATTA members a complimentary review of T&Cs for client contracting & supplier agreements.
Read More20 August 2020
Covid-19 Safety Protocol Templates on offer to ATTA members
Artichoke Design & AdvertisingWhite Label or tailor your own Covid-19 safety protocol templates
Read More20 August 2020
4 months Free with Nextour
Connectour - NextourNextour will continue supporting all DMCs and tour operators members of ATTA during these tough, uncertain times by not charging fees until 31st December 2020 to help minimise the impact of the current upheaval.
Read More20 August 2020
Discounted Covid-19 PCR and & Antibody testing
Fleet Street ClinicLeading UK travel clinic, Fleet Street Clinic, is offering ATTA member clients a discounted rate for Covid-19 and Antibody tests.
Read More19 August 2020
The Twin Migration Provides an Experience like no Other
Kenya Tourism BoardKenya is home to many spectacular natural phenomena but probably most popular and eye-catching of them all is the Greatest Wildebeest Migration, referred to as the Eighth Wonder of the World. Every year, thousands of tourists and wildlife enthusiasts travelling to Kenya for holiday have always been keen to experience this natural phenomenon, where millions of wildebeests and zebras move into the Maasai Mara game reserve from Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park.
Read More19 August 2020
Hideaways Live: Beyond the Lodge at Elephant’s Eye, Hwange: A Combination of Legacy and Luxury
Hideaways“A stay at Elephant’s Eye, Hwange, is a combination of experiencing a legacy reserve, in massive luxury”. John Maytham, Cape Talk Radio Sign up for our fourth episode of Beyond the Lodge, focusing on Hideaways’ conservation footprint, the passion and resourcefulness of the African people, and how to cultivate hope.
Read More17 August 2020
MV Wakashio Updates Mauritius
Coquille BonheurAugust 15, 2020 - As forecasted the Wakashio broke into two today. The rear section of the bulk carrier, still containing a relatively small amount of hydrocarbon, is immobilized on the reef. 40 cubic metres of fluid were pumped today with the remaining 50 cubic metres expected to be pumped out by tomorrow.
Read More17 August 2020
Classic Portfolio - Tuesday Talks - Women's Month
Classic PortfolioTUESDAY TALKS || In August we celebrate Women's Month in South Africa, a great opportunity to honour the achievements, courage and strength of women. For our next Tuesday Talk, we have lined up an amazing panel of inspiring women, who all own businesses and have made their mark in the tourism world.
Read More14 August 2020
Africa Albida Tourism Named Ambassadors in Conservation Fundraising Drive
Africa Albida TourismZimbabwean hospitality group Africa Albida Tourism has been selected as country ambassadors for Ride4Rangers, a global initiative to raise much needed funds for conservation across Africa. Tourism is the key funder of conservation in Africa, but the COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating economic impact on the African travel industry which is threatening the livelihoods of millions of people as well as the future of the continent’s iconic wildlife.
Read More14 August 2020
Mauritius Communiquer - WAKASHIO OIL SPILL
Coquille BonheurAugust 10, 2020 - Early this evening, Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth, who chairs the crisis committee, confirmed that there has been no further spillage of hydrocarbon since yesterday. Weather conditions started to improve this morning and is forecasted to remain stable. This made it possible to resume the pumping of oil out of the tanks of the Wakashio. Removal of hydrocarbon by helicopters continued since yesterday.
Read More14 August 2020
Hodi Hodi Ruaha Bush Camp opens in October 2020
Hodi HodiWe are pleased to announce that our NEW private bush camp on the edge of the Ruaha National Park in Tanzania will open for the first guests this October 2020 with all the Covid-19 precautions in place. The new sister-camp of the popular HODI HODI Beach Houses in Zanzibar is HODI HODI Ruaha Bush Camp.
Read More13 August 2020
CITW Provides Unwavering Support to Namibia’s Remote Communities
Wilderness SafarisSince the start of COVID-19, Wilderness Safaris and its non-profit partner, Children in the Wilderness (CITW), have continued to provide crucial support to rural Namibian communities through educational assistance, the provision of Tippy Taps in remote regions and reusable face mask materials. Ongoing food parcel deliveries are providing relief to the Himba community near Wilderness Safaris Serra Cafema, and the donation of a lion-proof kraal to a farm in Damaraland has greatly assisted with livestock protection, helping to combat human-wildlife conflict in the region.
Read More12 August 2020
Kicheche gradually reopens its camps
Kicheche CampsAfter implementing appropriate health and safety protocols, Kicheche Camps gradually reopens its camps and welcome its first guests at Kicheche Bush in Olare Motorogi Conservancy and Kicheche Laikipia in Ol Pejeta Conservancy this week. 'Rested and tested' ....Kicheche Bush is ready and waiting as are the Conservancies ....as are about 1 million ruminants .... finally some good gnus.
Read More11 August 2020
Nomad's latest and greatest
Nomad Tanzania - CampsNOMAD’S LATEST AND GREATEST We thought we’d bundle together a bunch of our latest and greatest, so gather round and we’ll regale you with titbits, tips and tales from Tanzania. Rates & T&C’s
Read More10 August 2020
Basecamp Explorer Kenya- Welcoming guests back to Masai Mara
Basecamp Explorer KenyaWe are excited to announce the reopening of Basecamp Explorer Kenya safari camps in Masai Mara from the 1st of August 2020. Basecamp’s collection consist of small and private safari camps situated in carefully selected locations in Masai Mara and Mara Naboisho Conservancy allowing guests to enjoy privacy and exclusivity, close to rich wildlife sightings and astonishing views over the savannah.
Read More10 August 2020
Nimali Africa opens up all their camps and lodges this August
Nimali AfricaExperience the great wildebeest migration at Nimali Mara and Nimali Central Serengeti. Reconnect with nature and escape amidst the wilderness of Nimali Tarangire.
Read More10 August 2020
RIDE4RANGERS - How to get involved
ATTA®The Africa travel industry is coming together to Ride4Rangers by embarking on a cumulative 30,000km bike ride to raise vital funds to support rangers who are the first line of defence to protect endangered species but in many places, there is no longer the funding for them.
Read More06 August 2020
Ten green bottles, going to make a wall
Great Plains ConservationGreat Plains Conservation's enviroment team are constantly looking into how we operate and how we can improve our behaviour and in particular the cycle of our waste products. Our latest environmental initiative in both Kenya and Botswana aims to combat glass waste. The bottle crushing initiative in Botswana is based out of our Maun office on the fringe of the Okavango Delta.
Read More05 August 2020
RwandAir ensures health & safety on the ground and in the air!
RwandAirRwandAir resumed commercial passenger flights on 1 August 2020, after months of suspension due to Covid19. In preparation of passenger flights, RwandAir has published a five-step guide on what to expect at Kigali International Airport and onboard RwandAir flights, to ensure highest standards of health, safety and security measures for passengers and staff.
Read More05 August 2020
Sign Up to Watch Jenman African Safaris Botswana Sensations: Safari Planning: Episode Two
Jenman African SafarisJoin us on a virtual tour through Botswana’s topographical treasure chest – its biodiverse landscape an invitation to the intrepid explorer. From the encrusted Magkadigadi salt pans to the enriched channels of the Okavango Delta, our safari specialist Rachel Marshall has created a holistic and interactive itinerary that evokes the senses.
Read More05 August 2020
*Fly Green, Fly Coastal*
Coastal AviationWe are thrilled that it has been a year since we launched our *Fly Green* campaign and at having made a huge impact on the way we do things. We believe passionately in playing our part by being the change we wish to see in the world and are not afraid to take those first baby steps.
Read More04 August 2020
Legendary Lodge reopens on the 1st August 2020
Legendary ExpeditionsWe are excited to announce the reopening of Legendary Lodge on the 1st of August 2020. Gateway to the northern safari circuit of Tanzania, Legendary Lodge is located at the foothills of Mount Meru, on the outskirts of the bustling town of Arusha. Boasting lush tropical gardens and surrounded by a working coffee farm, the peaceful cottages are the perfect place to prepare for or reflect on your exhilarating safari experience.
Read More04 August 2020
Kenya Airways Back to the Skies!
We are pleased to inform that effective from 1st August 2020, we have resumed our International flights and Kenya Airways are back to the skies! Please see below flight schedule for Europe – London, Amsterdam and Paris.
Read More03 August 2020
Wilderness Safaris Donates Carnivore-Resistant Kraal to Damaraland Community
Wilderness SafarisAs part of its ongoing support of human-wildlife conflict (HWC) mitigation work in north-west Namibia, Wilderness Safaris donated the funds required to build a new lion-proof kraal at Pascolena (Lena) Florry’s Driefontein Farm in the Kunene region. Also equipped with an early-warning system, the new kraal will not only help to protect the Florry family’s livelihood, but also one of the last free-ranging lion populations in Africa.
Read More03 August 2020
World Ranger Day: The Invisible Warriors of the Wild – A Dedication from Hideaways
HideawaysA podcast recording about APU rangers at the frontline. Foot patrol starts at dawn. As the frontline custodians of our wild spaces, the team performs each hike with equal resolve to bring justice. Armed with two batons and the sheer force of determination, accompanied by a National Parks Ranger with a rifle, they walk.
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