The 2026 APTA Global Forum is nearly sold out, with only a limited number of spaces remaining for this year’s gathering in Livingstone, Zambia. Taking place September 25–27 at Avani Victoria Falls Resort, the Forum will bring together leading travel advisors, tour operators, safari companies, lodges, tourism organizations, and industry experts from across North America…
South Africa’s MORE Collection has taken the top spot in two separate categories of the 2026 Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards, becoming the first hospitality collection to hold No. 1 rankings in both a safari and a city hotel category in the same year. Lion Sands Game Reserve, part of the MORE portfolio in…
Please be advised of a recent entry requirement update for travel to Malawi. According to an advisory circulated by Southern Africa destination specialists Crafted Africa, a new health self-screening declaration is now mandatory for all travelers arriving in the country. Travel advisors with clients heading to Malawi should ensure that travelers are informed of this…
Solo travel has become one of the fastest-growing segments in luxury travel, with more travellers choosing to embark on meaningful journeys independently. Recent industry insights shared by the African Travel & Tourism Association (ATTA) reveal that solo travellers are now the fastest-growing segment within the luxury safari market. Solo safari enquiries increased from 13.07% of all safari…
Effective 1 July 2026, the South African Revenue Service (SARS) has introduced a mandatory online traveler declaration requirement for all individuals entering or leaving the country through air, land, sea and rail ports of entry and departure. Travelers are required to submit their declaration electronically before travel and declare any goods, currency or other items…
Perched on the edge of a 4,500-hectare private game reserve just minutes from one of the world’s great natural wonders, Anantara Stanley & Livingstone has always occupied a singular position in Southern Africa’s luxury safari landscape. Part of the globally respected Anantara Hotels & Resorts collection, this boutique retreat pairs privileged access to Victoria Falls…
Classic Portfolio has announced The Residence Collection as its newest Member, adding three independently owned luxury properties across Johannesburg and Zambia to its collection of owner-run lodges, camps, hotels and villas. Representing independently owned properties across 11 African countries, Classic Portfolio continues to connect the global travel trade with exceptional places known for their genuine…
Mozambique is renowned for its idyllic coastline, pristine beaches and exceptional marine biodiversity. Beyond the white sands and turquoise waters lies one of Africa’s most rewarding marine safari destinations, where travellers can encounter Mozambique’s Marine Big 5. Protected marine areas surrounding the Bazaruto Archipelago play an important role in conserving these iconic species, making the…
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR SANGANAI/HLANGANANI WORLD TOURISM EXPO!! Zimbabwe is pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 19th edition of Sanganai/Hlanganani – World Tourism Expo. This expo is organized by Zimbabwe Tourism Authority and it brings together local suppliers, DMCs, hoteliers, international buyers, and global media. This year’s edition will take place…
One house. One group. 10,000 acres of untamed Tanzania Tarangire, Tanzania: Nimali has opened the doors to Nimali Ilaroi House, an exclusive-use safari home where the only agenda is your own. Perched on a granite kopje overlooking Tarangire National Park’s eastern boundary, this five-suite private residence sits within a 10,000 acre conservancy where elephant herds…
At Nature Expeditions Africa, we continue with the development of Kenya Parks, a digital destination discovery platform designed to make Kenya’s safari and travel offering easier to explore, understand and share with travellers. The platform brings together information on Kenya’s national parks, game reserves, conservancies, accommodation options and safari experiences in one accessible mobile-first resource.…
We need to talk about the elephant in the room… Between 1976 and 2014, Tanzania’s elephant population collapsed from a now almost unimaginable 316,000 to just 43,500. Thanks to improved conservation and anti-poaching efforts, the population now stands at around 60,000, but as numbers rise, so does Human-Elephant Conflict (HEC). Elephants are driven by an…
Hideaways Africa is delighted to announce that both Hideaways Camp Kuzuma in Botswana and Hideaways Nantwich Lodge in Zimbabwe have been recognised with Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards for 2026! The Travellers’ Choice Awards celebrate businesses that consistently deliver outstanding experiences, placing winners among the top-rated listings on Tripadvisor based on genuine reviews and ratings shared…