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Africa specialist shares advice after hitting B Corp milestone
Mahlatini Travel gained the status in July after months of hard work, says company chief
‘It's our take on the ‘where next?’ culture’: Intrepid Travel reveals 2025 Not Hot List
Intrepid Travel has named the 10 destinations on its latest Not Hot List as part of its efforts to divert tourists away from overtourism hotspots
Aqua Expeditions to launch new ship ahead of Africa entry
The luxury cruise line will welcome a new ship to its fleet as part of its expansion into Africa.
Tourist turned gamekeeper: my safari on Zambia's conservation frontline
Meeting the heroes in Zambia focusing on wildlife protection, education and community empowerment, leading to a better-quality safari experience
Caribtours promises trade loyalty and new destinations following merger
Caribtours has completed its merger with US-based ID Travel Group, hinting at new destinations and acquisitions while promising not to expand ’for the sake of it’
Virgin Atlantic firms up plans to resume flying to Canada next year
Heathrow-Toronto flights will resume on 30 March 2025 and will be operated as part of a joint venture with SkyTeam partners Delta Air Lines, Air France and KLM – and in partnership too with Canada’s WestJet
Tui chief pins slow start to peaks on change in UK strategy
Tui starting to reap rewards of new dynamic strategy, chief exec insists
Tui chief executive says new digital strategy and wider spread of destinations is helping it to reach new clients across the globe
Antarctica was one of the first destinations Wildfoot sold when it launched 34 years ago
What does the expedition cruise sector have in store over the next two years?
From the Arctic to Antarctica, and every expedition destination in between, Harry Kemble identifies the opportunities for agents wanting to sell more adventurous cruises in 2024, 2025 and 2026 – as well as some of the potential barriers they need to be aware of
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What's it like to stay at a remote camp in the desert dunes of Tunisia?
The Residence Douz is on the border of the Sahara Desert, making it the perfect starting point for clients visiting North Africa
G Adventures lifts age ceiling on under-40s tours and reintroduces Tibet
Adventure specialist adds new 2025 trips to its Classic range, which had previously only been available to travellers aged up to 39
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Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort: between Morocco and the world
Located 56 miles south of Casablanca, Mazagan Beach & Golf Resort is a bridge between Morocco and the rest of the world, offering something for every palate
Regent Seven Seas outlines plans to grow trade sales team alongside fleet
The ultra-luxury line is slated to launch ships in 2026 and 2029 after its parent company placed the biggest order in its history in April this year
7 of the best new African safari lodges and camps
With new spin-off, Mufasa: The Lion King, due for release in December, we predict interest in African safaris to peak later this year.
Turkey and Morocco see soaring number of UK flights this month
Turkey and Morocco will see the number of UK flights arriving up by more than 70% compared with pre-pandemic levels, aviation analytics specialist Cirium predicts
EasyJet to return to Luxor this winter for first time in a decade
Twice-weekly Gatwick-Luxor will start on 11 November, departing on Mondays and Thursdays
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Flights to Morocco set to boom in ambitious post-earthquake recovery
The north African country was devastated by the Marrakesh-Safi earthquake, but this year could see a record bounceback
Explore launches ‘Upgraded’ range featuring premium hotels and experiences
Adventure specialist Explore Worldwide has debuted 18 ’Upgraded’ tours with premium hotels and experiences spanning four continents
Norse Atlantic adds low-cost Caribbean flights from Gatwick
Norse Atlantic hammered by investors following latest trading update
Shares in the transatlantic start-up plunge again following update detailing pressure on fares and persistent late booking curve
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A luxurious throwback opens in the heart of Morocco's commercial hub
Known for decades as the preferred hotel of Moroccan royalty, the historic property has officially re-opened following an extensive rebuild
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Ryanair to launch Newcastle-Marrakech route this winter
Twice-weekly service to Moroccan city will start in October
Gold Medal ‘to transform travel trade landscape’ with new booking platform
Gold Medal says it will cut agents’ admin with new technology tie-up with Inspiretec that will automate the inputting of booking data
Tui's The Mora Zanzibar is now open
Tui to expand in sub-Saharan Africa with new hotels and brand
Tui Group has signalled its hotel development intentions in East and West Africa following the opening of another property on Zanzibar
Volcanoes Safaris to open Kibale Lodge in Uganda
The luxury ecotourism specialists will open their fifth property in Uganda this July
Martin Bamford rejoins Africa Collection as sales manager
Bamford returns to the specialist after a spell as JTA’s regional sales manager – south