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A Platinum Heritage Land Rover excursion in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve.

Dubai tourism: Reaching beyond the luxury lifestyleDubai has begun shifting its approach by placing more emphasis on cultural attractions and affordability.

Aqua Expeditions plans to offer Seychelles itineraries of five and nine nights that may be combined for a 14-night cruise.

A new Aqua Expeditions ship will sail the Seychelles and ZanzibarDetails about the ship, Aqua's sixth, will be revealed at a later date. Cruises are slated to begin in December 2025.

Yael Golan named Israel's interim tourism commissioner for North America

Yael Golan named Israel's interim tourism commissioner for North AmericaGolan will oversee all tourism marketing for the ministry's five regional offices in the U.S. and Canada.

Lions in Akagera National Park in Rwanda.

Mpox is causing concern, but few cancellations so farSafari operators are noticing a pattern of hesitation and increased inquiries about how safe it is to travel to Africa.

Cruising's rising popularity in Africa

Cruising's rising popularity in AfricaRecognizing the economic benefits, countries across the continent are making strategic investments in infrastructure and...

Omura's whales off Madagascar's northwest coast.

Madagascar making its mark in high-end, sustainable travelNew luxury properties and wildlife experiences are making the pristine island nation off Africa's east coast a destination to...

Nonintrusive lighting is being introduced around the waterhole to ensure the best possible conditions for nocturnal photography.

A luxury hide in Botswana's Mashatu reserve that should click with photographersThe Lala Limpopo Sleepout Hide is a suite that accommodates up to four and offers ground-level views of animals coming for a...

'Africa is not a country': Tourism officials sound off over coverage of a localized mpox outbreakIndustry leaders say reports about an outbreak of the virus in the Democratic Republic of Congo is the latest example of how...

Globus chief sales officer Camille Olivere introduces Small Group Discovery tours at Virtuoso Travel Week.

Globus launches small-group tour productThe Small Group Discovery tours average 15 to 18 guests and are bookable now, with departures starting in 2025.

Voaara will have a concept of "quiet, barefoot luxury."

Voaara, a new luxury resort, is set to open in MadagascarPhilippe Kjellgren, the founder of the Kiwi Collection and PK's List, is behind Voaara, which is located on the island of...

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