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Southern Sun Ridgeway celebrates 70 years of hospitality in Lusaka

30Jun

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Africa Travel, Zambia News

Southern Sun Ridgeway celebrates 70 years of hospitality in Lusaka

Southern Sun Ridgeway celebrates a milestone 70th anniversary in 2023, marking seven platinum decades of hospitality in Zambia’s capital, Lusaka. Originally known as the ‘Ridgeway Hotel’, it was one of the city’s first hotels to open in 1953. Over the years it has undergone various rebrands and refurbishments, and today is one of Southern Sun’s most renowned hotels. Southern Sun’s journey into Zambia began when the group signed a management contract with Anglo American Corporation (Central Africa) in 1994, and the hotel was converted into a Holiday Inn Garden Court, and subsequently upgraded to a Holiday Inn a year later in 1995. This involved a major refurbishment of the entire hotel together with the addition of 35 rooms, bringing the total to 154, which set the course for it to become ...

CHIC implements Accor digital solutions across owned portfolio in DRC

22Jun

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Africa Travel, Democratic Republic of the Congo

CHIC implements Accor digital solutions across owned portfolio in DRC

Five hotels, including Novotel Kinshasa La Gombe will integrate Accor’s innovative digital solutions including mobile solution Accor key and Opera cloud systems Compagnie Hoteliere et Immobiliere du Congo (CHIC), the leading hotel owner and developer in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), at AHIF 2023 in Nairobi, Kenya, announced the implementation of Accor driven digital solutions covering five hotels of the CHIC group, opening soon under the Novotel and Ibis Stylesbrands across 4 cities, bringing 660 keys to the country. This implementation aims to offer a unique experience to customers, due to the deployment of Accor’s innovative digital solutions which will be the first in DRC to integrate cloud solutions with mobile keys and Opera Cloud systems. These solutions will faci...

Relax In A Tropical Paradise At FOUR SEASONS RESORT MAURITIUS AT ANAHITA

21Jun

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Africa Travel, Mauritius News

Relax In A Tropical Paradise At FOUR SEASONS RESORT MAURITIUS AT ANAHITA

As summer temperatures start to soar in the Middle East, it’s the perfect time to escape the heat and head to the breezy island paradise of Four Seasons Resort Mauritius at Anahita, where the tropical maritime climate features average temperatures of 17-18°C (63-64°F) from June to August. This island hideaway offers a respite from the hustle and bustle of city life, inviting guests to relax and rejuvenate in the lap of nature, while enjoying pristine beaches, crystal-clear waters and lush green landscapes. The all-villa accommodations each include a private pool and garden with outdoor shower, and views of the gardens, beach or ocean. For longer residential stays, expansive Private Retreats include a full kitchen, private pool and two to five bedrooms – culminating in the ultimate addres...

13Jun

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Africa Travel, African News

Radisson Hotel Group announces seven new hotels in Africa for the first half of 2023, maintaining its growth momentum across the continent

Radisson Hotel Group continues its ambitious growth in Africa with the signing of seven new hotels, adding over 1,400 rooms to its African portfolio. The new hotels expand the Group’s brands, spanning from upscale to premium luxury lifestyle with a new market entry in Gambia and the introduction of new brands in key markets with the first Radisson Collection in Nigeria and Egypt, the first Radisson RED hotel in Nigeria, and the introduction of the Radisson brand in Kenya. As one of the fastest-growing hotel companies in Africa, Radisson Hotel Group plans to further strengthen its robust African presence this year beyond signings with at least seven hotel openings and over 1,400 rooms. These openings include the Group’s first hotel openings in Reunion Island and Ghana and expanding its res...

30May

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Global Exhibitions Day: The Power of Connection and Collaboration

The Association of African Exhibition Organisers emphasises the importance of connection and collaboration in business tourism to support in the economic growth of the continent. In a world that is increasingly interconnected, Global Exhibitions Day (GED) – an initiative by UFI, The Global Association of the Exhibitions Industry, stands as a powerful reminder of the vital role that exhibitions play in driving economic growth, fostering innovation, and facilitating global partnerships. The overall theme for GED 2023 is We run the meeting places and marketplaces for everyone. Together with GED, The Association of African Exhibition Organisers highlights the importance of business tourism as a catalyst for growth and progress through its ability to connect people, industries, and ideas. ...

Resilience and collaboration among top themes at the sixth Hotel & Hospitality Show

25May

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Africa Travel, South Africa News

Resilience and collaboration among top themes at the sixth Hotel & Hospitality Show

The African hotel and hospitality market has immense resilience and potential. Recognising this and facilitating a platform for African hospitality to thrive, the Hotel & Hospitality Show, hosted by dmg and Kaoun took place at the Sandton Convention Centre last week to foster growth and collaboration within the sector. “The Hotel & Hospitality Show connects brands and bolsters networking opportunities across Africa’s hospitality market,” said Evan Schiff, Group Event Director at dmg events. “The turn out this year indicates confidence in the industry and the desire to keep doing business, better than ever.” Gugu Sithole, Chairperson of the Johannesburg Tourism Company discussed the drive to promote Johannesburg as a top destination in Africa, with a globally competitive edge. “If...

Rixos Egypt Throughout the Years and the Coming Years

4May

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Africa Travel, Egypt News

Rixos Egypt Throughout the Years and the Coming Years

One of the lavish gems in the land of Pharaohs, Rixos Hotels Egypt manifests significant growth and continuous expansion throughout the years with its perfectly curated and luxurious experiences. In an interview with Mr. Erkan Yildirim, Managing Director of Rixos Hotels Egypt, said “We aim to spread Rixos global luxury concept and to support as well Egypt as a destination by driving more tourists to explore and enjoy this majestic country.” He stated the brand targets to include other luxuries like additional hotel expansions, the development of residential hotels, more airline partnerships, cruises, and more. “Our goal is to continue creating new concepts and compete with other international standards, not just within the country.” He added. Currently, Rixos has five hotels in Egypt ...

twenty2degrees Announces New Studio in Johannesburg

26Apr

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Africa Travel, South Africa News

twenty2degrees Announces New Studio in Johannesburg

twenty2degrees Design Partnership, the international hospitality interior design practice founded in London a decade ago, has announced the opening of a new studio in Johannesburg. This follows on from the firm’s expanding portfolio of projects in sub-saharan Africa which currently includes a new Hyatt Regency and a Hyatt House Hyatt Place, both in Nairobi, along with a new luxury hotel complex in Cameroon. Nick Stoupas, Founder & Managing Director of twenty2degrees, says: “We see this investment as demonstrating our commitment to the African continent. For now, we will be continuing to lead our work in Africa from our London studio but our team on the ground in Jo’burg will be well placed to handle ongoing project development, monitor progress on site and open-up local sources of ...

Egypt and Marriott power hotel development in Africa

22Mar

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Africa Travel, Egypt News

Egypt and Marriott power hotel development in Africa

When it comes to hotel development across Africa, Egypt and Marriott are the two phenomena to watch. This insight comes from this year’s African Hotel Chain Development Pipeline report, widely acknowledged as the industry’s most authoritative source, documenting and analysing the number of hotels being planned and built across the continent. The survey, conducted by Lagos-based W Hospitality Group, in association with the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF), is based on responses from 45 global and regional (African) hotel chains, reporting on a pipeline of hotel development activity totalling around 84,400 rooms in 482 hotels, in 42 of Africa’s 54 countries. North Africa continues to dominate the pipeline, with Egypt far ahead. It alone numbers 21% of the hotels and 30% of the ro...

2023 Outlook: Radisson Hotel Group continues to break hotel-opening records in Africa

20Mar

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Africa Travel

2023 Outlook: Radisson Hotel Group continues to break hotel-opening records in Africa

Radisson Hotel Group (https://www.RadissonHotels.com), one of the fastest-growing hotel companies in Africa, plans to strengthen its robust African presence in 2023 further with the opening of eight new hotel already confirmed to date. The Group aims to reach 150 hotels within the next five years across the continent, reinforcing Africa as a key growth market. With close to 100 hotels and 16,000 rooms in operation and under development in Africa, Radisson Hotel Group has opened 14 hotels in the region and signed over 25 new hotels, adding more than 4,800 additional rooms to its portfolio in the last two years alone. This equates to 90 percent of its African pipeline and translates to a commendable 15 percent growth to its African operating portfolio, year-on-year, placing the Group wel...