News from our Members
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28 February 2022
AFRICAN – The Fine Art of Travel: comeback of the glossy magazine for the German-speaking market
African MagazineThe new issue of AFRICAN - The Fine Art of Travel has been published. Following a COVID-induced break, the team behind the high-end German-language travel magazine started 2022 on a positive note, by once again taking readers on a sophisticated, heartfelt and authentic journey throughout Africa.
Read More25 February 2022
Ourafrica.Travel Partners With The Africa Hub For Destination Training Week
OurAfrica.TravelThe third OurAfrica.Travel virtual trade show will take place between 22 March and 1 April 2022. The easy-to-use platform will officially launch on 8 March, offering 11 preparation networking days to set up meetings.
Read More25 February 2022
Umkumbe Bush Lodge in the Sabi Sand joins Stars of Africa
Stars of AfricaI am pleased to advise that Umkumbe Bush Lodge, located in the Sabi Sand in the Greater Kruger, has joined my portfolio. Going forward Umkumbe Bush Lodge has decided to handle their reservations in-house and have appointed Stars of Africa to represent them as regards Trade Sales & Marketing.
Read More25 February 2022
New ATTA® members this month – February 2022
ATTA®James Hallam - Professional Partners - United Kingdom | OurAfrica.Travel - Professional Partners - South Africa | Travlaw Legal Services - Professional Partners - United Kingdom | Khwai Expeditions Camp - Accommodation Suppliers - Botswana | Safari Stays - African Based Travel Specialist - Botswana | USTOA - Tourism Organisation - United States | Wayfairer Travel (Re-joined) - UK Based Travel Specialist - United Kingdom | Excellent Guides Tours and Safaris - African Based Travel Specialist – Tanzania | Kora Journeys - Solo Professional - United States
Read More24 February 2022
Tanzania’s AuricAir updates terms and conditions for selected routes
Auric Air ServicesDear Partners, Warm greetings from Auric Air Services Limited! We thank you for continuing to choose us as your preferred travel partner. Rest assured, our commitment to providing safe and reliable services remains firm as always.
Read More24 February 2022
Wilderness Rwanda and CITW Support the Gishwati Community and Gisunzu Primary School
Wilderness SafarisWilderness Safaris Rwanda and its non-profit partner, Children in the Wilderness (CITW), continue to positively impact their communities neighbouring Gishwati-Mukura National Park.
Read More24 February 2022
Webinar, Wine and Fam Trips with CRAFTED AFRICA
Crafted AfricaSome exciting news from the warm heart of Africa... We will be hosting a webinar (with 2 sessions) next week Thursday the 3rd of March.
Read More22 February 2022
A new shared air charter between Laikipia and the Masai Mara
Scenic Air SafarisWe are extremely proud to announce a new partnership with Lewa based Air Wilderness. On 01st June, we will be launching a shared air charter operation between Lewa, Laikipia and the Masai Mara.
Read More22 February 2022
Jenman African Safaris Updated Guided Group Tour: Botswana Wildlife Breakaway
Jenman African SafarisOur Botswana Wildlife Breakaway itinerary celebrates the diverse landscapes of Botswana as well as Zimbabwe. Our product team has spent time adapting the itinerary, now starting in Maun and ending in Victoria Falls.
Read More22 February 2022
New Developments - Khwai Expeditions Camp
Khwai Expeditions CampExcited to announce and share some new developments at khwai Expeditions camp. A brand new additional plunge pool!
Read More21 February 2022
Air Wilderness Brings You A New Shared Air Charter: Lewa - Masai Mara - Lewa
Lewa WildernessOur private charter company, Air Wilderness, is delighted to announce its partnership with Scenic Air to bring you a daily flight from Lewa Downs to the Maasai Mara and back to Lewa starting from 01st June 2022.
Read More21 February 2022
Kilimanjaro Cable Car Project - A Very High Threat
ATTA®ATTA® is supporting our members in Tanzania and our fellow organisation, The Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO), in their quest to put a stop to the proposal to erect a permanent cable car up the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro . ATTA® promotes and encourages sustainable tourism which is in harmony with nature and the landscape as well as with the culture of the local people. This project achieves quite the reverse and we believe will have an irreparable impact onthis iconic world heritage site.
Read More21 February 2022
Going From Strength To Strength
Miracle Experiences TanzaniaOver the last four years, Miracle Experience has grown from having only one to six hot air balloons boosting our daily passenger capacity up to 90 seats.
Read More17 February 2022
2023 Rates & New documents
HBD Príncipe IslandWe have released our new 2023 rates, valid until 30 September 2023. As a thank you for your support over the last two years, we have frozen our rates across the board and there will be no increase for this period.
Read More17 February 2022
Dream Hotels & Resorts launches boutique spas with Mangwanani
Dream Hotels & ResortsDream Hotels & Resorts (DHR) is pleased to announce the launch of Mangwanani Dream Spas, a series of boutique spas in collaboration with Mangwanani African Spa.
Read More16 February 2022
TUESDAY TALK Islands in Africa
Classic PortfolioJoin us as we discover Seychelles, Príncipe and Mozambique. From remote coral atolls and a marine reserve archipelago to a volcanic paradise covered in a rainforest.
Read More15 February 2022
Don't Worry Be Happy - We've got you Covered
Natural SelectionWE'VE GOT YOU COVERED, SHOULD YOU TEST POSITIVE FOR COVID IN BOTSWANA. It’s so nice to see the world starting to travel again. There seems to be something upbeat in the air and a really positive feeling as travellers take to the skies again in hot pursuit of wild open spaces and their freedom.
Read More14 February 2022
News From the Explorations Company
The Explorations CompanyThe Explorations Company is delighted to announce that it has joined Viadi Group SA. Viadi is a Swiss based investment company established by the founders of the Leo Trippi and Villa Guru brands.
Read More14 February 2022
Remembering African Wild Dogs Book Launch
Painted Wolf WinesPainted Wolf Wines is delighted to be hosting the South African launch of 'Remembering African Wild Dogs' on Tuesday 22 February.
Read More11 February 2022
Wilderness Safaris and White Desert Introduce Latest Africa and Antarctica Journeys
Wilderness SafarisWilderness Safaris and White Desert have come together once again, to design two adventure-packed joint itineraries featuring the best of Africa and Antarctica, set to take place in January 2023.
Read More11 February 2022
Regional Air Services - Daily Zanzibar/Dar es Salaam – Serengeti Schedule
Regional Air ServicesDaily Zanzibar/Dar es Salaam – Serengeti Schedule We wish to inform you of the new schedule service from Zanzibar/Dar es Salaam to Serengeti. This is a morning schedule. Below are the flight timings;
Read More10 February 2022
A brand new website & we're in the news!
HBD Príncipe IslandLighter, brighter and easier to use than ever before: An easy to use and informative Experiences page, detailing our included Signature Experiences, Additional Experiences and Independent Excursions for all guests at Sundy Praia and Roça Sundy.
Read More09 February 2022
Airlink launches non-stop Durban – Mbombela (Nelspruit) flights.
AirlinkAirlink, Southern Africa’s premier airline, will re-introduce scheduled direct services between Durban and Mbombela Kruger Mpumulanga International (KMIA) from 04 April 2022.
Read More08 February 2022
Our Migori-Tarime Service Is Back!!
AirKenya ExpressWe are excited to start off the month of love with some good news. We shall resume our Migori-Tarime service on 10th February 2022 following the green light by the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA). Our Maasai Mara to Serengeti service will effectively resume the same day.
Read More08 February 2022
Serena Hotels publish new cancellation and deposit policies
Serena HotelsSerena Hotels recognizes that whilst the current uncertain climate remains and continues to have impact on travel, there also continues to be development with management of the Covid -19 pandemic that is enabling potential clients to make travel commitments.
Read More07 February 2022
Webinar Registration - A Guide on Selling Zambia!
Zambian Ground HandlersZambian Ground Handlers will be hosting a webinar on Wednesday 23rd February at 2pm GMT. They will focus on various tips to help you sell Zambia, new camps and special offers will be discussed as will up coming fam trips and the latest news on access and getting around the country.
Read More04 February 2022
A new look and a new website for 2022
HBD Príncipe IslandWe're kicking off 2022 with a brand new website, updated collateral and 2023 rates. We are delighted to announce the launch of our brand new website, alongside a refreshed look and feel for the HBD Príncipe brand.
Read More04 February 2022
Restored railway carriage now available for exclusive hire at Mantis Founders Lodge in South Africa
Mantis CollectionMantis, a leading conservation-focused hospitality group with luxury hotels, eco-lodges, waterways and impact experiences located across the globe, has announced the opening of the lovingly restored Founders Railway Carriage, at Mantis Founders Lodge located 72km from Gqeberha.
Read More04 February 2022
Join us! City Focus: Cape Town Webinar | Tuesday 08th Feb - 2pm (UK)
The Africa HubThe Africa Hub are delighted to kick off their brand new webinar series "City Focus" with one of Africa's most diverse and vibrant cities - Cape Town.
Read More03 February 2022
Leading Zimbabwean Tourism Operator Hopes for a Buoyant 2022 As Travel Restrictions Are Eased
Africa Albida TourismThe easing of Covid-19 related travel restrictions - and particularly the removal of mandatory quarantine - by the Zimbabwean government, has been hailed a “lifesaver” for tourism by Victoria Falls-based hospitality group Africa Albida Tourism.
Read More03 February 2022
Two new camps open in the Okavango Delta and Khwai Community Concession
Stars of AfricaStars of Africa is delighted to announce the opening of two new camps in Botswana. Mogogelo Camp is a classic tented safari camp in a private concession (NG34) in the Okavango Delta.
Read More03 February 2022
Guided family holidays in Namibia – Africa-Experience’s signature small group experiences now designed with families in mind
Africa-ExperienceAn adventure in the great outdoors for active and nature-loving families: Travelling in a small group together with other families and staying at family-friendly lodges.
Read More02 February 2022
Every Dog Has Its Day
Natural SelectionAs part of vaccination and sterilization outreach initiative in November 2021, we worked together with the Maun Animal Welfare Society (MAWS) and Botswana Predator Conservation Trust to vaccinate village dogs in order to protect the African Wild Dog population.
Read More02 February 2022
Camp Sossus - Immersive Exploration - Opening April 2022 for Everyone!
Ultimate Safaris NamibiaYes, you’ve read that right! We have now had time to align our post-Covid operations properly, and to take into account the experience gained since the opening of ONDULI RIDGE (link) in July 2021.
Read More01 February 2022
A New Dawn for Uganda’s Tourism as a New Destination Brand is Launched
ATTA®KAMPALA, UGANDA: As the world starts to recover from the effects of the pandemic and opening up borders and skies to global tourism, Uganda, has refreshed its tourism destination brand promise, with the unveiling of a new brand identity that will showcase an adventure of a lifetime to global visitors.
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