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Sitting at a unique intersection of rural, community, culture, agriculture and sustainable development, rural tourism offers tourists a far-off perspective from traditional urban and safari experiences to the land and those who maintain it. Although taking advantage of a global trend towards more immersive and meaningful experiences, as Jackie Taylor, founder of Agritourism Africa and chairman of the Regional Committee of the Global Agritourism Network, rural tourism has far greater economic and social benefits than many people perceive. “When done correctly, rural tourism provides travelers with a genuine connection to local culture while providing important income diversification for rural communities,”…

Moving through airports can certainly be painful, whether you arrive or leave, with long lines for security and border control.However, according to reviews left by travelers, some airports are known to run a little more smoothly than others as DiscoverCars.com recently conducted research to discover which airports around the world offer the best experience.As part of this study, 3,500 travelers left feedback to rank airports visited on a scale of 1-10, with Christchurch New Zealand's top of the 19 people who received over 50 reviews.Christchurch has won 9.21 out of 10 people to provide the best airport experience, and travelers…

Johannesburg – It's dashing to board the plane when the phone rings. It's the boss of a video call – even looking like she always does, talking to her familiar cadence and using her classic “Make It Happen” phrase. She needs you to approve the urgent payment. Why don't you trust her? Because it's not her. Would you bet money? AI generation. That video showing her in her usual place by the window? Deep fake. And that payment she desperately needed? It disappeared into the con man's pocket. This is not science fiction. This is a real threat that keeps…

How Nigeria's groundbreaking E-VISA system 48-hour approval process is changing travel across Africa – The world of travel and tourism Copyright©Travel and Tour World -All Rights Reserved Source link

Hyde Park Corner welcomed Forum Hyde Park, a world-class event venue designed to expand its heritage of luxury and refinement and redefine Johannesburg's event landscape. Located on the seventh floor with breathtaking city views, Forum Hyde Park seamlessly integrates sophisticated aesthetics and versatile features to create the perfect destination for corporate events, exclusive gatherings and spectacular celebrations. Shelley McPhee, marketing spokesman for Hyde Park Corner, commented: “Situated in the heart of Johannesburg's most beloved shopping and lifestyle precincts, Forum Hyde Park strengthens an already impressive offering array of Hyde Park Corners, including the Southern Sun Hyde Park Hotel and the…

What strategy does South Africa use to attract 15 million tourists? Streamline the visa process and boost trust among thriving tourism sector investors – the world of travel and tourism Copyright©Travel and Tour World -All Rights Reserved Source link

This travel hack may result in less drainage on long-distance flights.Traveling by plane is always an tiring experience, no matter how long the flight is. Fighting through security and finding gates often means you have to wake up very early to be at the airport just hours before your flight.Then, if you need to spend a few hours in the air after that ordeal, it can make you feel exhausted. However, one frequent flyer and travel expert said there are things you can do to help manage your time on long distance flights so that you don't feel it's withered…

Confusion between pilots of the ATR 72-500 via AROUND has led crews to fly low levels through Guernsey Airport in the fog after violating the ban on approach. Following service from Southampton on August 12 last year, the Lithuanian registered Jump Air aircraft operated in Orliny, Guernsey. The captain believed the weather would improve along the way, but the visual range of the runway rarely met the 550m threshold in the I-approach category. If the visual range criteria for the runway were not met, the approach ban was enacted, with aircraft under 1,000 feet prohibiting descending order. The ban on…

Confusion between pilots of the ATR 72-500 via AROUND has led crews to fly low levels through Guernsey Airport in the fog after violating the ban on approach. Following service from Southampton on August 12 last year, the Lithuanian registered Jump Air aircraft operated in Orliny, Guernsey. The captain believed the weather would improve along the way, but the visual range of the runway rarely met the 550m threshold in the I-approach category. If the visual range criteria for the runway were not met, the approach ban was enacted, with aircraft under 1,000 feet prohibiting descending order. The ban on…

Grand Hotel DJibloho, part of the Priority Hotels & Resorts Group, marked a milestone with its first participation at Meetings Africa 2025, South Africa's most influential Mouse Tourism Summit, held from February 24th to 26th. In its debut, the hotel acquired its position as part of a prestigious group, strengthening its position in the mouse industry and opening new opportunities to attract high-level parliamentary and events to Equatorial Guinea. Meeting Africa is an important meeting point for key players in business tourism, from investors and event organizers to representatives of international destinations. In this setting, Grand Hotel Djibloho stands out…