Africa

Over the next two years, Marriott International will enter five new markets in Africa as it adds more than 9,000 rooms across 50 properties to be spread across its luxury, premium and select-service portfolios.

Mr & Mrs Smith will add 13 luxury safari camps across East and Southern Africa to its platform under a new deal with conservation-led travel company Wilderness.

Swan Hellenic will explore the West Coast of Africa on two new Grand Voyages aboard SH Diana, with the cruise line already reporting strong interest.

Luxury Africa travel specialists Forth & Wonder recently hosted an exclusive famil in Kenya, rewarding five travel agents with an immersive first-hand experience of the country’s rich culture, wildlife, and diverse travel experiences.

Dubai-based hospitality firm Jumeirah has confirmed its first foray into Africa, partnering with the Thanda Group to introduce two new destinations on the continent – Jumeirah Thanda Island in Tanzania and Jumeirah Thanda Safari in South Africa.

New 2025 long-stay Africa itineraries from Sanctuary Retreats are now available for bookings, some with discounts of up to 30% for seven nights or more.

Singita has confirmed its expansion into Botswana for the first time through the addition of Singita Elela – revealed exclusively by LATTE last week.

Aardvark Safaris, an independent safari specialist tour operator, is elevating its walking safari experiences designed to fully immerse guests in the raw, untamed beauty of the African wilderness, with three new offerings.

Seabourn has unveiled a selection of new pre-, mid- and post-cruise ‘Seabourn Journeys’ available to guests on the 2024 Grand Africa Voyage. Seabourn Journeys provide in-depth, land-based cruise extensions that go beyond single-day excursions.

Virtuoso has appointed Brigid McDonnell as General Manager, Middle East & Africa to spearhead efforts of the network’s further expansion within the region. This is the first time that the luxury travel network has appointed a designated GM for the region.

Seabourn has modified the itinerary of its 90-day Grand Africa Voyage that traverses the East, South, and West coasts of the continent.

Abercrombie & Kent is preparing for a brand refresh and website overhaul that will include the luxury travel company’s first trade portal offering.