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Hotelbeds predicts 2023 travel trends
The appetite for travel shows no signs of slowing down at Hotelbeds as the company is expecting growth of 30% above 2022 levels* over the next 12 months but new trends are emerging as consumers not only seek new experiences but also ways to make their trips easier and hassle-free.
“As we lead increasingly busy lives, we no longer ha… read more
Radisson Group has big plans for Africa
Radisson Hotel Group said it plans to reach 150 hotels and 25,000 rooms within the next five years across the African continent.
"The last two years have been a time of accelerated growth for the Radisson Hotel Group; 2023 is already anticipated to remain positive with nine hotel openings during the year," Elie Younes, execut… read more
New in Namibia - Onguma Safari Camps launches its new Camp Kala
On 1st November 2022, Onguma Camp Kala in northern Namibia welcomed its first guests. The ultra-exclusive safari camp is situated within the Onguma Nature Reserve, a 34,000-hectare wilderness on the eastern border of the iconic Etosha National Park. The new camp comprises just four spacious suites - all elevated off the groun… read more
Wilderness reveals new brand and website
A new Wilderness is here. From humble beginnings in Botswana almost 40 years ago, the company started with a few rustic tents, a single Land Rover, two dedicated safari guides, and a dream of showcasing Africa’s iconic wild places. Wilderness has since grown into a world-leading conservation and hospitality company, with over 3,000… read more
Travel is back and so are the bed bugs
"Good night, sleep tight, and don't let the bed bugs bite" has never been more relevant than it is now because after covid, people are traveling a lot. Bed bugs are talented at hitching rides. It's a terrible nightmare to get bed bugs while traveling. No matter where you are staying or how many stars that hotel has where you are staying, they ar… read more
Accor and Kasada expand portfolio in Senegal
Accor has signed a management agreement with Kasada to operate the Lamantin Beach Resort & Spa managed by Accor, located 80 kms South of Dakar, on the seaside port of Saly, the largest seaside resort in West Africa, between the sea and the sacred forest.
The property features 166 rooms, starting from 28sqm, a 750sqm spa a… read more
Hilton announces signing of its first Hilton Garden Inn property in Mauritius
Set to open in 2026, Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Mauritius will provide affordable and upscale accommodation with best‑in‑class amenities for business and leisure travellers.
As one of Hilton's (NYSE: HLT) fastest-growing brands in Africa an… read more
InterContinental Lusaka ushers in a new era of luxury
InterContinental Hotels & Resorts, part of IHG Hotels & Resorts Luxury & Lifestyle Collection, is today celebrating a new era of luxury with the unveiling of … read more
Thousand Hills Africa and Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge join Wilderness Rwanda
As leaders in conservation and hospitality, Wilderness is delighted to further enhance its Rwanda business by officially welcoming Thousand Hills Africa (THA) and Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge to its brand family, as of 16 November 2022. This exciting move comes seven months after the company’s appointment of Manzi Kayihura as E… read more
Radisson Hotel Group continues to strengthen its presence in Africa
Currently, Radisson Hotel Group has nearly 100 hotels and 16,000 rooms in operation and under development in Africa. In the last two years only, the Group opened over 16 hotels in the region and secured over 25 new hotels, representing more than 4,800 additional rooms to its portfolio. Earlier this year, Radisson Hotel Group announced tha… read more
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