andBeyond Kirkman’s Kamp, part of conservation-minded andBeyond’s collection of 29 lodges, has just relaunched following a redesign of its cottages, public spaces, and dining and bar areas. Known for its nostalgic, historic look, the lodge retains its old-world character with a modern twist. South African-based Fox Browne Creative, a long-time design partner of andBeyond, enhanced …
Leading conservation organization Great Plains is well versed in creating exceptional holidays, honeymoons, renewal of vow ceremonies and bespoke wedding celebrations in the most idyllic hideaways at their Kenya properties. Great Plains ol Donyo Lodge, Mara Plains and Mara Nyika Camp all make extraordinary, once-in-a-lifetime romantic venues to honor and celebrate a couple’s tailormade nuptials, …
Private Safaris has announced the appointment of Virginia Barnard as their new Managing Director Southern Africa effective March 6, 2021. Barnard has worked at Private Safaris for 11 years, and previously held the position of Reservations Director for the South Africa operations. In the course of her career with Private Safaris she has held positions in Sales, Procurement …
Preferred Hotels & Resorts has announced the winners of the third annual I Prefer Members’ Choice Awards and, as part of the celebration, announced a limited-time Bonus Points Promotion for new and existing members of its I Prefer Hotel Rewards program. Honoring 38 independent hotels, resorts, and residences across four regional categories, the 2020 global …
Lynne Davis & Co, PR, Marketing, Representation, welcomes African Pathfinder to its exclusive client list. African Pathfinder is an independent, privately-owned destination management company, devoted to fully customized, hand-crafted and one-of-a-kind luxury trips and safaris to the magnificent regions of Southern and East Africa, the Indian Ocean and beyond. It all began in September 2002 …
South Africa is open for tourism again and Flash Tour USA are excited to offer a 10 day educational tour June 15-24, 2021 to this stunning destination. Gaining perspective seems more important than ever and there is no better place for it. The sheer geographical, cultural and experiential diversity of the countries of the southernmost …
The South African government announced that its borders reopened to travelers from all countries (including the U.S.) on November 12. All arrivals into South Africa must present proof of a negative Covid-19 test taken no longer than 72 hours before departure. Without proof of a negative test, travelers will have to quarantine at their own …
As Namibia’s borders open up to international travelers, Wilderness Safaris Namibia is thrilled to start welcoming guests to the new Little Kulala, set to open on November 6, as well as to Doro Nawas from November 3 and Hoanib Skeleton Cooast Camp (pictured) from November 16. “Our experienced teams in camp are excited to be …
An overwhelming majority of US and Canadian travelers (99 percent) are eager to travel again, with 70 percent stating that they plan to take a holiday in 2021, according to a Travel Leaders Group survey of nearly 3,000 frequent travelers. The survey was conducted in September in conjunction with the World Travel & Tourism Council …
With 74 years of experience, pioneering luxury travel company Alexander+Roberts has published a new 2021-2023 catalog that hones their large global collection of 105 tours to their most popular “Never More than 16 Guests” Small Group Journeys and Privately Guided tours worldwide – including Egypt, Japan, Iceland, Finland, Morocco, East Africa, and Alaska. Emphasizing More …