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The fifth OurAfrica.Travel digital trade show took place from 5th – 9th February 2024, showcasing 222 exhibitors and facilitating meetings with 479 buyers and 23 media from around the globe. An impressive 8,510 meetings took place on the platform over the five days (nearly 2000 more than the previous year!), with over 10,000 profile views and 44,291 messages were exchanged on the networking chat. Over 30 news stories were also shared from the exhibitors.

Federal Airlines, South Africa’s leader in safari air travel, recently introduced six brand new, state-of-the-art Cessna® Grand Caravan® C208B EX aircraft to its operational fleet.

Onguma Game Reserve on the fringe of Namibia's iconic Etosha National Park will be launching brand new walking trails in July 2024, which will run over the Winter months.

Sleep out under a blanket of stars across the endless Botswana sky on one of the world’s largest salt flats – the Makgadikgadi Salt Pans

The Wilderness Collection proudly introduces Crater's Edge, a luxurious new safari lodge perched on the rim of Tanzania's iconic Ngorongoro Crater.

The Cavern has some great specials running this year which are commissionable for buyers, including options to enjoy Valentine Weekend, Spoil the Tot’s or Escape into Spring - or to join a Yoga Retreat

Kilifi Beach House, nestled along the pristine Kenyan coastline, offers a unique and luxurious escape amidst the white sand Bofa Beach and the jewel-toned waters of the Indian Ocean.

Immerse yourself in culture – uncover the sacred beauty and generous spirit of the Ol Lentille people by visiting the only luxury community owned lodge in Laikipia, Kenya.

Samara’s flagship Karoo Lodge recently re-opened to guests following a seven month, extensive renovation.

The Sijwa Project, repurposes all waste matter from African Monarch Lodges’ and surrounding communities and recycles it into beautiful artefacts, jewellery pieces and garments.

Lepogo Lodges, situated in the malaria-free Waterberg region of Limpopo, in the Lapalala Wilderness Reserve, recently unveiled its second property, Melote House – a brand new exclusive-use safari lodge.

Drakensberg Ballooning offers scenic hot air balloon flights over KwaZulu-Natal with panoramic views stretching from the Amphitheatre in the Northern Drakensberg to Giants Castle.

If ever there was a heart-warming story, you need to watch this video from HERD about the rescue and the introduction of a little orphaned elephant calf named Phabeni.

The Zanzibar Collection is a privately owned collection of beautiful boutique hotels, on one of the most exotic and breathtakingly beautiful destinations of the world, just off the coast of Tanzania on the exotic Spice Island.

Hideaways is thrilled to unveil its new Agents Portal - set to revolutionise booking processes and take convenience to new heights.

Three Tree Hill In KwaZulu-Natal's Berg offers an impressive wine cellar, Cheryl's Gin Emporium and is the proud winner of a Platinum Wine Award.

Inyati Game Lodge, nestled in the Sabi Sand Nature Reserve, has taken a significant step in environmental stewardship by transitioning to a fully solar-powered operation.

Bushtops Camps’ much-admired architect, Andrin Schweizer, has been working his magic yet again and has come up with a gorgeous new design for the tents at Serengeti Bushtops, elevating the thirteen suites to new levels of “Wild Luxury” under canvas.

Lemala Camps and Lodges is delighted to unveil its latest addition, Lemala Osonjoi Lodge due to launch in Tanzania on the edge of the iconic Ngorongoro Crater in March 2025.

News from Rare Earth Retreats' Tshwene Lodge and Ekuthuleni Lodge in Welgevonden. Both lodges in Welgevonden have enjoyed soft refurbs - and on the wildlife front they have completed the annual elephant contraception project, introduced two male cheetahs from Pilanesberg and had some lovely cheetah cubs born to a resident female.

Rovos Rail will be celebrating its 35th birthday this year - an incredible milestone for this proudly South African, family business that has been a glowing example of persistence, hard work and an enduring passion for rail travel.

The Travel Hub Collection has launched its new website - an easy-to-use platform that offers expert insights on regions, locations and properties, all integrated in one user-friendly platform that is completely free for agents. Curated by destination experts and specialist partners, the hub provides accurate and impartial destination information to empower the travel trade.

A new jacuzzi and heated villa pools will beautifully complement the extensive existing offerings at Ludus Magnus in the heart of the Franschhoek wine valley

Sala Beach House on KwaZulu-Natal's Dolphin Coast has announced a new package for honeymoons as well as those celebrating anniversaries.

It is all about family when it comes to Mobile Expeditions Mara Camp. Owners Caro and Ross are able to put together incredible itineraries bringing together its family properties including Sirikoi Lodge and Samatian Island for an unforgettable Kenyan experience.

Lion Camp in Zambia’s South Luangwa National Park recently launched their family-friendly Ebony suite for the new season which is ideal for multi-generational families and/or friends travelling together.

Onguma Tented Camp on the fringe of Etosha in Namibia will be relaunching in March 2024 following an extensive refurbishment and reimagination of its tents.

Three Tree Hill in the KwaZulu Natal Drakensberg successfully achieved its Fair Trade (RE) Certification this past year

News from The Outpost Lodge and Pel's Post in the Makuleke private concession in South Africa’s remote northern Kruger National Park.

Congratulations to The Old Rectory in Plettenberg Bay on being listed as the no. 8 hotel in South Africa in the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2023. Click here to read more news updates.

Zanzibar White Sand has inaugurated four new Garden Villas, built with either a hot tub or a pool. 

Jaci’s Lodges in Madikwe Game Reserve is the first and only lodge to harness hydrogen power as an alternative fuel source.

Mara Bushtops in Kenya has just launched a new webcam with high-speed internet ensuring a permanent live feed from the Maasai Mara, one of Kenya’s wildlife hotspots.

White Pearl in Mozambique recently added a new private beach villa catering to multi-generational families and small groups of friends, with five spacious suites overlooking the Indian Ocean.

Onguma Camp Kala Camp Kala was very proud in the past year to have been selected by Conde Nast Traveller as one of the Top 15 Resorts [...]

The well-known Okapuka Game Ranch situated just 30 minutes outside of Windhoek, recently entered an exciting joint venture with Gondwana Collection Namibia. One of Namibia’s staple safari destinations  - [...]

In September 2023 a new high-end luxury game lodge called Kateka will be launching in the “big 5” Klaserie Private Nature Reserve, which forms part of the Greater Kruger [...]

Great news is that Airlink is flying between South Africa and Madagascar again  - opening up access to both Antananarivo and Nosy Be.   The schedule fits in perfectly with [...]

Join the regular short trips between Pretoria and Cape Town, Durban or Victoria Falls. Longer journeys include Golf Safaris with optional excursions for non-playing guests; the Namibia Safaris connecting [...]