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Show your dad how much he means with his epic buffet lunch at the stunning Fish Eagle Café at the Clock World Conservation Center in Scottburg on Sunday, June 15th from 11:30am to 3pm. This setting can't beat the wraparound deck of a cafe that boasts Indian Ocean views. It's also the perfect time to look at the annual sardine execution action. Plus, renowned executive chef Morn Vanjill and his incredible team have put together a delicious Father's Day Sunday lunch buffet to keep the winter cold at bay. Starters include creamy mussel pots, Malay-style pickled fish, homemade bread and…

Mrs. Abra Difa Gomasie, Ghana's Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, calls for a coordinated strategy to enhance the country's tourism offering, citing Ghana's culture, cuisine and lifestyle as core attractions. During a courtesy visit from the Ghanaian Tour Operator Union (Tarta), the Minister emphasized the need to brand Ghana's cultural identity more effectively on the global stage, positioning experiences such as the “Black Star Experience” as an immersive lifestyle package for international travelers. She warned against disjointed efforts within the sector, and warned that lack of coordination could promote informal tourism activities other than regulatory oversight. During the…

Belarus' Carrier Bellavia has intervened in its normal widebody business with the introduction of the Airbus A330S despite international sanctions on airlines. Bellavia says it has entered a “new era” with “a completely new type of aircraft” for the A330-200. It says this will allow you to operate long-distance flights and open new routes. “A lot of people are waiting for this,” he adds. According to Bellavia, the Rolls-Royce Trent 700-powered aircraft consists of 281 seats in two classes, including 18 in business cabins. The carrier said it has implemented preparations such as training pilots, technicians and cabin crews, and…

One of the major Spanish protest groups highlighting the negative effects of large-scale mass tourism faces pushbacks from local officials after trying to flock to major national parks that attract millions of visitors each year.The protesters of Canary Tien State (there are restrictions in the Canary Islands) have organized many demonstrations that have caused chaos in popular places for tourism in recent years.However, the stunt planned by the group on Saturday failed to move on after the island's local government said it would break the law if the event proceeded. By the time the organizers were informed of this requirement,…

The 7th International Tourism Film Festival Africa (ITFFA), held at Hotel Sky in Sandton from June 3rd to 6th, is shining a spotlight on the film's growing role in enhancing the attraction of its destinations and promoting economic development. South Africa's position as a global filming destination was Centre Stage, and the discussion discussed how it would contribute to job creation, infrastructure investment and tourism growth across the continent. James Byrne, co-founder and director of the festival, noted that ITFFA praises its wide range of travel-centric video content, from promotional films and documentaries to blogs and commercials. Since its founding…

sauce: Byo-Victoria Falls Road Rehab begins – Herald Freeman Razenba Senior Reporter Preparations for rehabilitation at Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Road are currently in advanced stages, with detours being constructed to maintain traffic flow. The 435km stretch, an important artery for tourism and regional trade, is expected to be completed within 10 months, bringing relief to drivers and businesses. The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure Development has confirmed that the detours are currently under construction in the Bernice area, Crossgiottosholo and Insuza, ensuring minimal disruption for travelers. “Bush clearing is currently underway for detour construction in these areas as part of a…

In the wake of a series of fatal military aviation accidents over the past few years, the US Army is launching a major overhaul of how to train new pilots focused on returning to basics.Overhauls could be a rethinking of the type of aircraft used for training and a transition to a school building owned by the contractor.”I think I have one sacred responsibility: to bring competent aviators to the government,” Major General Claire Gill, Commander of the Army Aviation Center of Excellence, said last month at the Army Aviation Conference in Nashville, Tennessee. “I don't know if I'm doing…

Virgin Australia is valued at $2.3 billion ($1.5 billion) following its initial public offering and is set to resume public transactions. Confirming plans to resume trading on the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) on June 24, Virgin Australia said it would provide approximately 30.2% of its shares (approximately 236.2 million shares) as part of its IPO. At $2.90 per share, the offering is valued at around $685 million. The airline says the funds raised from the IPO will allow certain existing stockholders an opportunity to realize some of their investments in the company. The airline is owned by US private equity…

The busy month of May saw us share some of the latest updates from various clients in Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands as various exhibitions approach the end. Bushtop's new 6×6 Beest and Roving Bushtops' new homes update the latest news on Bawe Island's new marine sanctuary off the coast of Zanzibar, as well as the incredible work of the Cocoon Foundation in the Maldives. It also features a new “Cocoon Circle” loyalty program for repeat guests and agent-friendly rates for experiencing the fortune of an agent-friendly rate. News from Botswana's Ma Shirt includes Walkma Shirt, Family Hour in…

The second trip to Africa concluded the media networking event, bringing together major media experts and African travel experts. The event was supported by headline partner Jules Verne (VJV) and leading sponsor Ethiopian Airlines. Although it was not a specific agent event, Africa Travel Connect was joined by Trevor Carter and Maureen Simon from the online African network, Solomon Travel and Travel Gateway. In addition to media networking events, Africa Travel Connect is focusing on several initiatives as part of its long-term growth strategy. These include investment forums for Zimbabwe, roadshows in Manchester and Birmingham (BHX), an online inter-Africa discussion…