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Derek Houston, the Managing Director of Houston Travel
Marketing, is proudly celebrating an impressive 60 years in the tourism
industry. His remarkable journey began in January 1965 when he took his first
position with SATOUR in Pretoria. Over the decades, Derek has emerged as a key
figure in promoting Intra-Africa travel, significantly shap… read more
As the excitement builds for IMEX Frankfurt this May, the IMEX Group has unveiled its dynamic theme for 2025: Impact 2.0 – Activating the Future.
This annual Talking Point serves as a guiding principle for the
upcoming year, shaping the content, research, and storytelling at the
IMEX show. It also provides… read more
As travel agents specializing in African destinations, it's crucial to stay informed about transportation safety across the continent. Recent events in Nigeria have highlighted the urgent need for improved safety measures on the country's inland waterways, a vital transportation network for both locals and adventurous tourists.A tragic boat acci… read more
The International Tourism Trade Fair (FITUR), organized by IFEMA MADRID, is set to kick off its 45th edition from January 22 to 26, 2025.
This year's event promises to highlight the tourism industry's
remarkable recovery in 2024 while casting an optimistic eye towards
2025… read more
The year 2024
is shaping up to be a pivotal moment for the global tourism industry,
witnessing a remarkable rebound to nearly pre-pandemic travel levels. In
the first quarter of this year alone, over 285 million tourists embarked on journeys worldwide. A recent report by Accor on European … read more
ILTM Africa 2025 is gearing up to redefine luxury travel across the continent. Scheduled from April 6th to 8th, this year's event promises to be the most exciting yet, themed “Ignite Africa with Luxury Travel.”
This
year, ILTM Africa will serve as an exceptional platform for businesses
… read more
OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg is bracing for a potential jet fuel shortage beginning January 20, 2025, following a significant fire incident at the Natref refinery.
This refinery plays a crucial role in supplying jet fuel to the airport
… read more
The latest updates from the Henley Passport Index reveal a decline in Kenya's passport ranking, which has dropped by one position to 68 in 2025.
This shift indicates that Kenyans
now have the ability to travel visa-free to fewer countries compared to
the previous year, highlighting a n… read more
UN Tourism is poised to make a substantial impact at this year’s FITUR International Tourism Fair, featuring a comprehensive agenda dedicated to promoting innovation, accessibility, and collaboration
within the global tourism industry. This year’s participation is
particular… read more
South African Tourism (SA Tourism) has officially announced the appointment of Darryl Erasmus as the organisation’s new Chief Operations Officer, effective from January 7, 2025. This strategic move aims to enhance the operational framework of the organization and drive its mission forward.
… read more
Derek Houston celebrates 60 years in the tourism industry
IMEX Frankfurt 2025: Embracing Impact 2.0 for a Brighter Future in Events
Nigeria's Waterways: A Call for Safer Travel in Africa's Most Populous Nation
FITUR 2025: A Global Showcase of Tourism Excellence and Innovation
A Transformative Year for Global Tourism as Trends Shift Toward Sustainability and Unique Experience
ILTM Africa 2025 Set to Transform Luxury Travel Experience in the Region
Potential Jet Fuel Shortage Threatens Operations at OR Tambo International Airport
New Appointment at South African Tourism: Darryl Erasmus as Chief Operations Officer
