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Many people still believe that climate change is a phenomenon that we will only face in the distant future. This may be in part because climate change projections for rising temperatures and extreme weather events are tied to future…

New Jersey, United States, - The Religious tourism market The Verified Market Research report is a meticulously conducted study. Experts with proven credentials and high levels within the research fraternity presented an in-depth…

Bird watchers are by far among the biggest spenders in the travel and tourism industry.On average, they spend over $ 7,000 over 21 days, which makes birding a very profitable business.Bird watching has become a phenomenal activity in…

Share the article Last update 1 minute agoTravelers from the UK and EU who have been fully vaccinated will be able to travel to the US for non-discretionary reasons such as tourism from Monday, November 8. While we…

African Business: What does Emerson Mnangagwa's presidency look like and what does he represent? Dr Knox Chitiyo: Mnangagwa's great mantra was and continues to be that Zimbabwe is open for business. He was seen more as a…

"Maybe you know the Lion King?" Professor Sarah Hillewaert jokes as she begins her PowerPoint, displaying her latest findings to an attentive audience for the first time since the onslaught of the pandemic. As part of the Mississauga…

On October 7, 2021, the UK removed Uganda from its “red zone” list. On the same day, the country's national carrier, Uganda Airlines, launched a route to Dubai, the airline's first commercial flight…

Dr Ibrahim Mohammed Awal (far left), the Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, swearing in to the Council of the National Film Authority. Photo: Benoît Obuobi The Minister…

Hammamet (Tunisia) (AFP) The October sun is warming the sands of Hammamet Beach on Tunisia's east coast, but the coronavirus pandemic is still casting a shadow and visitor…

The world-famous Kruger National Park, which is larger than the State of Israel, offers one of the best wildlife experiences on the African continent. The Kruger has always welcomed visitors from South Africa and abroad. The pandemic,…

LOS LLANOS DE ARIDANE, Canary Islands (AP) - Three weeks after its eruption devastated the lives of thousands, the volcano on the Spanish island of La Palma is still spewing endless streams of lava without any sign of ceasing.On Sunday,…

Greek tourism continues to lose valuable income to its competitors due to the fact that unlike other EU countries, Greece does not allow travelers to enter from distant markets such as Latin America, India and South Africa. But after…

The business report published by Zion Market Research on Medical Tourism Market - By Treatment Type (Cancer Treatment, Orthopedic Treatment, Fertility Treatment, Cardiovascular Treatment, Neurological Treatment etc.): Global…

Australia's borders have been closed since March last year, causing distress and frustration for Australians and foreign nationals who wish to travel to or from the Land Down Under. There was glee and excitement last week when it…

“Airbnb democratizes tourism”. The Money Show interviews Chris Lehane, Head of Global Policy and Public Affairs at Airbnb.…

Tourism Month is the celebration of people, places and products. With people at the heart of its brand, South Africa is teeming with diverse landscapes, with towns, small towns, townships and villages populated with a range of tourism…

Through Travel journalist 6h agoShare this article:To shareTweeterTo shareTo shareTo shareE-mailTo shareBy the Seychelles press agencyThe robust return of tourism activity in the island nation is fueling an increase in the value of the!--sse-->!-->!-->!-->…

During our two night stay at the Charela Inn, we had the opportunity to dine at Vendôme, the restaurant of the Charela Inn hotel, nestled serenely by the sea where we sit to chat with Daniel Grizzle, a faithful Jamaican…

The UK will soon allow non-quarantine travel for almost all countries, including South Africa, according to a Sunday Telegraph report. Current measures imposed by the UK government only allow entry to UK and Irish nationals from high-risk…

After taking a heavy blow, cruise tourism to South Africa's coasts can now resume after President Cyril Ramaphosa went to Adjusted Alert Level 1, and we don't know who is more excited - tourists or tourists. local ! The first ship is…

Sports tourism in the resort town of Malindi received a major boost after stakeholders launched a process to establish the region's very first modern rugby pitch to host, which will host national and international tournaments. The rugby…

Trade and investment links between the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and the African Union are expected to be significantly strengthened as officials of the African Import-Export Bank (Afreximbank) meet with officials in Bridgetown and the…

By Damas Kanybwoya Dar es Salaam. Tanzania's 1999 Tourism Policy outlined ten challenges it sought to address in order to make tourism a viable sector of the economy. The policy, which is still in force, mentioned the shortage of…

John Bosco Kalisa, executive director of the East African Business Council (EABC), said EAC member states have revived their COVID-19 mitigation measures while streamlining regional supply chains and promoting electronic commerce…

JOHANNESBURG - Sixteen interns representing tour guides from the Northern Cape, Northwestern and Free State in South Africa have started a six-week Chinese course in Johannesburg with the aim of attracting more Chinese tourists.The!--sse-->…

by Mahmoud Fouly CAIRO - Egypt's world-renowned site of the pyramids, including the three great pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, has regained more than 50% of the number of visitors who frequented the site before the outbreak of the!--sse-->…

World Tourism Day was established at the Third Session of UNWTO in Torremolinos, Spain on September 17, 1979 by a Nigerian named IGNATIUS AMADUWA ATIGBI.It was the late Ignatius Amaduwa Atigbi, a Nigerian national, who came up with the…

Cape Town - As South Africa's tourism sector suffered heavy losses during the pandemic, what better way to rekindle the spirit and celebrate Tourism Day today with the endless opportunities before us? given the constant growth of the!--sse-->…

Today is celebrated by the global community as World Tourism Day. The day was set aside by the United Nations Tourism Organization in 1980. The cardinal aim of the celebration is to raise awareness around the world about long-term…

Rwandan officials are seeking to persuade Chinese companies to invest in the country during the second edition of the China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo (CAETE) which kicked off Sunday, October 26 in China's Hunan…

By Zephania Ubwani Arusha. Airlines in Africa lost $ 10.21 billion in revenue last year due to the Covid-19 viral pandemic.The sharp drop in income followed travel restrictions on the global aviation industry and the resulting trip…

JOHANNESBURG - Britain is gradually easing COVID-19-related travel restrictions between African countries on its so-called red list with the highest risk of the coronavirus spreading. However, South Africa remains on the list, despite a…

Newly appointed Tourism Minister Lindiwe Sisulu has brought some breathing space to the problem of South Africa being on the UK's redlisted traffic light system for travelers. In her opening speech at the Africa Travel and Tourism Summit…

world tourism day The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) regional office of Tema is reportedly visiting selected tourist sites in the region on September 24 as part of World Tourism Day commemoration activities. The!-->!-->…

South Africa is seething over Britain's decision to keep the country on its coronavirus "red list", forcing travelers to around 40 expensive hotels on their return to the UK.Well-paid foreign tourists are slowly returning to experience…

The Tanzanian Ministry of Tourism has expressed its commitment to cooperate with the African Tourism Board (ATB). The key to tourism is investment. A discussion of a 5-star Kempinski Brand hotel project in the northern Tanzania Wildlife…

Argentinian Zuccardi Valle de Uco achieved a hat trick by winning first place for the best wine tourism destination in the world in the annual list published by the best wineries in the world. The results of the Top 50 Vineyards 2021,…

Tourism Minister Lindiwe Sisulu says she is delighted that discussions are underway to find ways to get the country and the continent out of the pandemic and revive the tourism sector. "I am happy that we have this African Travel and…

The Chronicle Leonard Ncube, Victoria Falls reporterThe GOVERNMENT has assured stakeholders in the tourism sector that the suspension of value added tax (VAT) on certain goods and services of the tourism industry will remain in place for…

The curtain on the workshop that aimed to revive tourism and cross-border trade fell here over the weekend, with attendees agreeing to collaborate in the face of adversity. It also…

Through Clinton moodley 6 months agoShare this article:To shareTweeterTo shareTo shareTo shareE-mailTo shareSouth Africa's hopes of bringing British travelers back to their sunny shores were dashed this weekend as it remains on the red!--sse-->!-->!-->!-->…

Two of the countries whose residents have faced some of the toughest travel restrictions since the start of 2021 - Brazil and South Africa - have ultimately been removed from Germany's list of high-risk areas. In an announcement from the…

Posted September 19, 2021 Bakare Mubarak is a model, cultural ambassador and co-founder of Expedition 54 Limited. He talks to NOAH BANJO about his career and other issues How? 'Or' What would you describe your job? I am a young…

LIVING in one of the most beautiful places in the world is completely wasted if we don't go out and visit these amazing sites. Considering September is Global Tourism Month - and with the tourism industry desperate for support after the…

The best way to help revive the economy, as well as medium and small retail and service businesses, is for the country's 15 richest men to declare a moratorium on leasing space in their malls. . Yes! Declare a reduction of 50%…

Egypt hopes to use its improving health sector to promote medical tourism, encouraging citizens of other African countries to travel to Egypt for treatment. This topic was discussed during a September 2 meeting between Dr Ahmed El-Sobky,…

Press releases of Thursday, September 16, 2021 Source: Africa Travel 2021-09-16 South African Tourism Acting CEO, Sthembiso Dlamini The Africa Travel and Tourism Summit is fast approaching and it promises to be the continent's most…

DURBAN: Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, the former president of Nigeria, Africa's largest economic contributor, arrived Thursday morning at King Shaka International Airport in Durban, ahead of the signing ceremony of the Intra-African Trade Fair!--sse-->…

Some have enviable vaccination rates; others have decided that the costs of continued economic and social restrictions outweigh the benefits.Here are five nations to watch closely for how their new strategies play out.The Danish…

The latest published global tourism and water sports market study assessed the future growth potential of the global tourism and water sports market and provides useful information and statistics on the market structure and size. The…

The logo of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) can be seen outside the headquarters building in Washington. Youri Gripas / Reuters The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has loaned Tanzania more than half a billion…

Trade between Israel and countries in the Middle East and North Africa has increased dramatically this year, following the normalization of the Jewish state's ties with other Arab states, new data has revealed. In the first seven…

The continent has the duty to promote the friendly visibility of Cuba among the African peoples, writes Okello Oculi In 1996, Nelson Mandela's post-apartheid government adopted a policy to ensure that his!-->!-->…

BY EVANS MATHANDA The notion of democracy and good governance has been debated for decades in Africa, especially when comparing African governance systems to that of the West. Some have concluded that it is even better to live in…

Deputy Foreign Minister Pham Quang Hieu (Photo: VNA) Hanoi (VNA) - Vietnam always attaches great importance to strengthening traditional friendship and mutually beneficial cooperation with African countries, said a Vietnamese…

Strict compliance with health regulations, mass vaccination in areas popular for tourists have contributed to the increase in inter-Arab tourism despite the pandemic(Amman) Jordanian Tourism Minister Nayef al Fayez said the secret to…

Golf Universal Merchant Bank (UMB) will headline the third edition of the “Ghana Center of the World” golf tournament, from Thursday August 26 to Saturday August 28, 2021, at the…

Translocations require carefully coordinated efforts, including expert flight skills. Photos provided Another victory for cross-border conservation, a series of successful wildlife transfers has enabled 27 zebras…

August 19 (THEWILL) - The effective application of modern technology, collaboration, capacity building, among others, are seen as non-negotiable and essential for overcoming inhibitions affecting the growth of tourism in…

Pattaya is a popular destination for Russian tourists. (Photo: Chaiyot Pupattanapong)…

Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukri held a meeting on Monday 16/8/2021 with his Japanese counterpart Toshimitsu Motegi. The two senior diplomats discussed ways to strengthen special Egyptian-Japanese ties in various fields as well as regional…

Air Arabia, the first and largest operator of low cost airlines in the Middle East and North Africa, announced a profitable first half (January to June) 2021 despite the continued impact of Covid-19 on financial and operational…

The beautiful Tamala Beach resort is located on the beautiful Atlantic coastLet's take a look at the smallest country in Africa. Until 2020, The Gambia was very popular with Europeans and especially British…

A new informative report titled "COVID-19 Outbreak - Global Golf Tourism Industry Market Report - Development Trends, Threats, Opportunities and Competitive Landscape in 2021, Forecast to 2027" recently published by…

By Clinton moodley 1h ago Share this article: To shareTweeterTo shareTo shareTo shareE-mailTo share President Cyril Ramaphosa appointed Lindiwe Sisulu Minister of Tourism following a cabinet reshuffle on Thursday evening.!--sse-->!-->!-->!-->…

Entrepreneurs - don't miss the deadline for our Western Cape Enterpreneurship Recognistion Awards Today we visited two entrepreneurs who have already won the Western Cape Entrepreneurship Recognition Awards (WCERA) and who inspire…

Cameroonian Prime Minister Joseph Dion Ngute met with senior government officials on Thursday to develop a strategy on how to boost the tourism potential of the country, which was hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic,…

David Pilling's excellent article on Why Gabon Wants Markets to Help Fight Climate Change ("Africa's Green Superpower," The Big Read, July 21) highlights the huge opportunity for Africa to harness its "natural capital" through…

Billionaire Jeff Bezos, founder of e-commerce company Amazon.com Inc, his brother Mark Bezos, a private equity executive, pioneering aviator Wally Funk and recent Dutch high school graduate Oliver Daemen pose in an undated photo , before…

Through Travel journalist 1h ago Share this article: ShareTweeterShareShareShareE-mailShare Hotel management software provider RoomRaccoon said there is always a strong appetite for travel. The company saw a sharp increase in!--sse-->!-->!-->!-->…

Cape Town - Cape Town is set to host the continent's first and largest energy event, Africa Energy Week (AEW) 2021, at the V&A Waterfront. The event will focus on Africa's role in the global energy transition and the future of!--sse-->…

It was considered one of the fastest growing industries, accounting for at least one in four new jobs worldwide. Fast forward to 2021, and the pandemic has virtually crippled the industry. Tourism demand - arrivals, travel and use of…

The East African Community, EAC, has developed a joint regional approach to revive the tourism sector in the region amid the covid 19 pandemic.Tourism has been the most affected sector since March 2020, when EAC countries took action to…

Published on: 07/15/2021 - 13:42 Paris (AFP) The World Heritage Committee of the United Nations cultural agency, UNESCO, begins debating…

By Louis Kalumbia Dar es Salaam. The government has said it will improve customer service at public health facilities as the country seeks to become the regional hub for medical tourism.The country will also work on language barrier…

The latest research report on Agro-rural tourism market guides the reader through all the crucial aspects that impact the trajectory of the industry and helps to make the appropriate decisions for the future. It also provides…

Photo of lions. Aerts pie A group of photographers from around the world work together to raise funds for wildlife conservation in Africa. The “Prints for Wildlife”…

• Babalola, Ovat, Efa, confirmed as speakersOrganizer, Hotel Managers' Conference, Olugbenga SundayTo ensure the continuous development of tourism and improve the performance of hotel managers in Nigeria and…

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a devastating effect on industries and economies around the world. But while some industries are recovering quickly, others are lagging behind. To control the spread of the virus and protect the…

Africa is facing an unprecedented rise in the number of COVID-19 infections, with new cases increasing for six consecutive weeks and increasing on average 25% week-over-week, to nearly 202,000 during the week ending June 28.Health…

To boost educational opportunities for Nigerian students, the Dubai Tourism Corporation for Commerce Marketing (DTCCM), as part of its educational tourism initiative, CLR education consulting, in partnership with Princewill…

A shocking new report reveals that the EU imported an average of eight hunting trophies of internationally protected species between 2014 and 2018.During the five-year period, nearly 15,000 so-called trophies were imported into the bloc,…

The cost to the global economy of the tourism freeze caused by Covid-19 could reach $ 4 billion (£ 2.9 billion) by the end of this year, a United Nations body has said, with the variable pace of vaccine deployments at cost…

See again (Photo by Satyabrata Tripathy / Hindustan Times via Getty Images)Travel insurance can be a reluctant purchase, but it can be useful if your trip…

By Nobert Atukunda By Ismail Musa Ladu Uganda's tourism industry is expected to be hit hard by the latest ban on flights from Uganda as the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic continues to ravage the country. The United…

A month after the town of Pensacola installed its new “Middle Passage of Pensacola / African Presence in Colonial Pensacola” marker in Plaza de Luna, residents are invited to come together to celebrate…

NAIROBI, Kenya, June 24 The Tourism and Regulatory Authority has warned the public against online tour guides and unlicensed companies that have defrauded unsuspecting tourists. The regulator, in a!-->…