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Investment in new technology provides the tourism sector with opportunities for novelty, aimed at providing a platform for designing new and tangible tourism products.  Emphasis goes to integrating innovative initiatives into tourism management; instrumental in enhancing full tourist satisfaction, based on destination value and quality of service. In a statement by UNWTO about positioning tourism in the global innovation agenda,...

Further to &Beyond’s statement of 23 May 2017, covering the proposed implementation of the increased concession fee by Tanzania National Parks (TANAPA); we are yet to receive any confirmation from the government, following the industry’s lobbying efforts to postpone this change. With just 12 working days till the proposed implementation of this additional fee, we feel we, (and our...

The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a financing package of $159 million to partly finance Ethiopian Airlines’ expansion plan and fleet modernization program. The package comprises two tranches, with the first tranche (85% of the financing) being covered by African Trade Insurance, Africa’s export credit agency, which will be providing credit risk insurance...

Turkish Airlines has added its 120th country to its expanding network by launching services to Conakry. Conakry, the Capital of Guinea becomes Turkish Airlines’ 51st destination in Africa. It is thereby cementing its position as the carrier that flies to more countries than any other airline, with 296 destinations in 120 countries. Conakry joins a widening destination portfolio in West...

Africa Travel Association (ATA) postponed the 41st Annual World Tourism Conference to the first half of the year in 2017. Stephen Hayes, President and CEO at Corporate Council on Africa said, “While we are pleased with the very high caliber of the conference and the participation, circumstances have come about that present a far greater opportunity to expand the importance...

Durban – More than 13 000 tourists have been barred from coming to South Africa because of the controversial regulation about having to travel with unabridged birth certificates for minors. And 800 other passengers who flew into the country earlier this month missed their connecting flights because of lengthy delays at the immigration desks at OR Tambo International Airport in...

As noted in last month’s article on Africa’s aviation sector, airports are massively contributing to the economic development of Africa. They connect cities across the world, facilitate trade and boost tourism. Naturally, these airports cost a lot to construct. Here’s a list of the top 10 most expensive airports in Africa: 10. Maya-Maya Airport, Republic of Congo – $160 million Situated in...

The tourism sector in Africa has for a long time depended largely on tourists from Europe and the Americas. This dependency has highlighted the industry’s fragility because it can easily be affected by negative events perceived to be close to targeted tourism destinations. During a session dedicated to understanding and realizing the opportunities that tourism offers SMEs, delegates at WEDF...

The Adventure Travel Show - Uncover Your Journey of a Lifetime. 17-18 January 2015, Olympia, London The Adventure Travel Show is a world of extraordinary discoveries, all under one roof. It is the UK's foremost event for people who like to travel outside the mainstream - whether it be on small-group adventures, exclusive expeditions or epic journeys. The Adventure Travel Show...

Hotels in Africa keep leveling off their development in hot markets and exploring new areas, improving the accommodation supply and creating jobs in Africa. Hotels in Africa opening in 2012 Cote d’Ivoire Hotels Pullman Abidjan; opened in February 2012 Egypt Hotels The Nile Ritz Carlton Ethiopia Hotels Novotel Addis-Abeba Ibis Addis Abeba Mauritius Hotels Saint Regis Mauritius Resort; opened in September 2012 Morocco Hotels Riu Palace Tikida Agadir; opened in March...