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11Sep

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Africa Travel, Business

THE NEW FACE OF BLEISURE TOURISM

How business-leisure travel has evolved In a world where the lines between work and play often blur, the tourism industry has witnessed a remarkable evolution in travel patterns since 2022. What began as a niche trend, 'bleisure' tourism—blending business and leisure—has now become a major driver in hospitality, adapting and thriving in our post-pandemic reality. Shaun Lamont, Managing Director of First Group Hotels and Resorts, shares some insights into how this phenomenon has transformed over the past two years and its impact on the hospitality industry. The Changing Landscape of Bleisure "Bleisure travel looks quite different now compared to two years ago," says Lamont. "We've seen a shift from predominantly domestic, extended-stay remote workers to a more diverse mix of travellers...

16May

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Africa Travel, Egypt News

Sharm El Sheikh to Host the First Edition of the African Tourism Forum on May 20th

The Sharm El Sheikh International Conference Center in Egypt will host the first edition of ATF24Egypt, The African Tourism Forum from the 20th to 21st of May. This event is sponsored by GMT Fair organization and Rixos Hotels Egypt. The organizers aim that this forum will serve as the most efficient tourism gathering in Africa, with the participation of over 2,000 professionals from travel agencies, hotel operators, and the tourism industry. The African Tourism Forum and Exhibition, bringing together industry specialists and investors, aims to enhance cooperation, discuss sector developments, assess investment opportunities, and develop effective strategies in the future. Established by the GMT Fair organization, the African Tourism Forum brings together leading brands, tourism professi...

Club Med reaches nearly 2 billion Euros in business volume for the first time in its history

17Apr

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Africa Travel

Club Med reaches nearly 2 billion Euros in business volume for the first time in its history

After returning to its pre-pandemic level as early as in 2022, Club Med, pioneers of global all-inclusive holidays, reached nearly 2 billion Euros in business volume for the first time in its history. The increase of 50% of its operating margin, close to 10%, and its record net profit, demonstrates the success of Club Med's new business model, whose transformation started in 2004. “2024 marks the successful finalisation of the move upmarket of our resort portfolio. In its 74-year history, Club Med has never had such a desirable portfolio of Resorts, either new, recent, or renovated. With a new strong increase in bookings for first half 2024, Club Med is well on track to become a French world champion and the most desirable lifestyle tourism brand, offering a life changing experience to i...

Unlocking Africa’s travel tech potential within the $13tn global travel industry

9Feb

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Africa Travel

Unlocking Africa’s travel tech potential within the $13tn global travel industry

Written by Adam Aziz, Analyst at DAI Magister In 2019, tourism was a global powerhouse, accounting for 10% of GDP, or roughly $9 trillion. After weathering the pandemic storm, we expect 2023 figures to show a full recovery to pre-COVID levels, in line with data from leading travel platforms and the World Bank. But the story doesn’t end there. A transformative shift is underway, fuelled by evolving consumer preferences and habits, which could push tourism spending even higher to $13 trillion by 2030. Amidst this dynamic landscape, the travel tech sector is witnessing noteworthy developments. Online Travel Agencies (OTAs) are still capitalising on the shift from traditional to digital platforms, gaining a greater share of the travel and tourism market. In more developed markets, OTAs are in...

8Sep

By Eugene NizeyimanaNo Comments

Business

Sports Tourism: The Key To Economic Development In Africa

By Eugene Nizeyimana, Founder and CEO of African Business Chamber Of a variety of ways to develop an economy, sports and tourism are major contributors to social and economic development in most countries. There are many types of tourism opportunities that countries invest in, to propel and initiate development strategies. One such tourism type is sports tourism. Sports and Tourism have a major socio-economic impact, are appreciated in most civilian societies, and are increasingly recognized by governments and global business communities. Sports tourism is and has been in the last decade, one of the growing sectors in tourism across the world. Sporting events attract tourists, participation, and support business communities in many forms, where host communities exhibit and showcase local...

Trip to Egypt! Buckle Up for the Most Luxurious Staycation at Rixos Hotels Egypt

21May

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Africa Travel, Egypt News, travel

Trip to Egypt! Buckle Up for the Most Luxurious Staycation at Rixos Hotels Egypt

Pack your bags and head to Rixos Hotels Egypt’s chain of luxurious properties! Egypt is finally welcoming back international tourists from the GCC region after the travel restrictions and Rixos Hotels Egypt is offering discerning guests with the most blissful getaway to take a breather and escape the stresses of life. There are loads of ways to spend a relaxing retreat in the country, but none is better than to unwind with a rich horizon brought by Rixos Alamein, the majestic combination of golden sands and turquoise waters of Rixos Sharm El Sheikh and Rixos Premium Seagate at the Red Sea, and the luxurious leisure activities at Rixos Premium Magawish Suites & Villas. Following all protocols and hygiene measurements imposed by the Egyptian Ministry, all Rixos Hotels Egypt are operat...

18Jan

By Ana LopezNo Comments

Africa Travel, Tanzania News

A Guide to Backpacking in Tanzania

Tanzania is a perfect safari holiday even for backpackers. Find out what you need to know about backpacking in Tanzania to have that dream safari experience! Lush, verdant, rich in history and home to some of the most magnificent wildlife species on this part of the planet, Tanzania’s simply got it all! Here you can climb Africa’s highest peak (Mount Kilimanjaro), explore stunning plains packed with wildlife, swimming with dolphins, and kitesurf across the clear, turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. And that’s just to name a few activities you can look forward to in Tanzania. It promises to be one of those trips of a lifetime. But what if your wallet isn’t so sure? No worries, you can always go backpacking. It’s much cheaper and way more immersive anyway. Plus you’ve got this guide to h...

Different Accommodation Options in Tanzania

13Dec

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Africa Travel, Tanzania News

Different Accommodation Options in Tanzania

Tanzania conjures images of unique outdoor adventures and intimacy with nature’s finest. With so many places to see and things to do, it’s not surprising that this amazing country continues to dazzle travelers from all over the world year after year. And don't worry about accommodation either, as the country is lined with options that cater to just about anyone -- from the casual backpacker to those accustomed to something more luxurious. With that said, here’s a tour of some of Tanzania's finest accommodation options: Hostels Tanzania easily appeals to budget travelers with its assortment of cheap hostels that offer affordable accommodation along with food, laundry, and other services. From here, you can go on day safari tours, snorkel in the Indian Ocean or even arrange a hike up Africa...

About Ethiopia: History, Activities, Best time to visit

1Oct

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Africa Travel, Ethiopia News

About Ethiopia: History, Activities, Best time to visit

Ethiopia is proud of the fact that it was never colonised. Mussolini and Italy briefly attempted in 1935, attacking from Eritrea, but to no avail. It is a vast country with many natural highlights including the Simien Mountains in the North, the source of the Blue Nile, and the Danakil Desert in the North East, consistently one of the hottest places on earth. It has wildlife unique to the region, remote tribes that maintain their old traditions and ancient churches bearing witness to the importance of religion to people over time. But apart from its many tourist sites, how is Ethiopia to travel in as a country? Well here is an introduction to some of the important things you need to know when visiting this beautiful country. Location Ethiopia is a huge landlocked country of over 1 million ...

28Jul

By Africa BusinessNo Comments

Africa Travel, Ethiopia News, Interview, Main

Hospitality industry development in Africa.

Interviews with global business leaders. Join Mark Willis, Chief Executive Officer, Middle East & Africa, Accor at #AHIF from 23-25 September 2019, Addis, Ethiopia. He will be speaking at our regional leader's panel to discuss Accor's growth strategies in Africa, having 143 hotels across the continent and another 60+ to open in the next 36 months. "Marriott International is a leading operator in Africa with 20,000 keys in 20 countries and 14,000 keys under development" - Alex Kyriakidis, President & Managing Director, Middle East & Africa, Marriott International. Join him at #AHIF from 23-25 September in Addis, Ethiopia. Africa is the place to be and for the next 10 years, it will be one of the fastest growing developing markets for the hospitality industry” - Filippo Sona M...