With the close of the 1st quarter comes a number of new trend reports. As the industry continues to recover, we need to understand how the pandemic’s impact has changed traveller behavior and interests.
5 REASONS WHY AFRICA IS THE NEW “IT TRAVEL DESTINATION” FOR 2023
With travel back in a dramatic full swing, many travelers are looking for something new to tick off their bucket list, often visiting outdoor destinations over crowded cities. The ability to finally put into motion pre-Covid vacation plans (and the credits that were precariously on hold) are fueling the fire. Africa and Asia are getting their turn at a piece of the tourism pie.
AFRICAN TOURISM BUSINESSES LOOK TO BRIDGE THE DIVERSITY GAP IN LUXURY
The concept of luxury is as simple as needing to unpack and pack a suitcase less. Time, the ability to rest and the opportunity to fully immerse oneself in a destination, all point to the ultimate luxury of travel itself, shifting the typical itinerary offering for countries across the African continent.
11 AIRLINES: EXPLORING THE GROWING NORTH AMERICA TO AFRICA MARKET
As far as non-stop or one-stop intercontinental markets go, North America to Africa is not a big one. This April-June, the second quarter of 2023, there are 1,815 flights between the two continents. Many passengers fly via Europe and the Middle East, enticed by more airline, extensive networks, and often lower fares.
IS AFRICA DOING ENOUGH TO TAP INTO THE HALAL TOURISM MARKET?
Fayrouz Holiday October a Halal Tourism expert dives deep into the $160 billion industry and how it is reshaping the sector globally. From food, accommodation and Muslim Tourist attractions the passion grew to join the already main stream of other Muslim operators to give further quality service and options to the Muslim Traveller.
MOST LOVED PLACES IN AFRICA? THESE TOP 5 TOURIST DESTINATIONS SURPRISE AND DELIGHT
The Tourism Sentiment Index is based on digital millions of pieces of publicly available content posted online about places around the world. The following places were identified as the top, most-loved spots in five African countries — and the destinations will both surprise and delight you:
THIS IS WHY EGYPT KEEPS SURGING IN POPULARITY AMONG WESTERN TOURISTS
Egypt is experiencing record growth as a tourist destination in the post-pandemic scene, with flight bookings skyrocketing and demand for package holidays close to surpassing 2019 figures. With this in mind, it’s fair to say the North African nation is one of the trendiest destinations right now.
The stylistic and technical qualities of African masks have been applied to artworks across the Western world. It is safe to say that without the pieces created in Africa, Western art history would be vastly different.
MAXHOSA ON SUSTAINABILITY AND THE EXPORT OF A PROUDLY SOUTH AFRICAN NARRATIVE
“We feel that it is an obligation to be a conscious brand.. Our brand pillar is triple Ps, but people come first, the planet comes second, and profit, of course, is what sustains into the future.”
ADORNING THE CONTINENT: 6 AFRICAN JEWELRY DESIGNERS YOU NEED TO KNOW
In discussing African jewelry design, ornaments are more than just adornment but function as stories intricately woven into the fabric of the continent’s people and history.
A HARLEM INSTITUTION REIMAGINES HOW AMERICAN INTERACT WITH THE AFRICAN CONTINENT
Bold ambitions and innovative programming have enabled The Africa Center in New York City to become much more than a museum. Positioning itself as a center of thought leadership around Africa, it has hosted wide-ranging events that speak to more than the cultural artifacts on display in its galleries.
AFRICA CONNECTION: FIVE NAMES LEADING THE DESIGN DIASPORA
The significance of African art, design and architecture in the age of modernism has for many years been downplayed. Often referenced as “inspiration”, African cultural tropes have been appropriated by many creatives in the west. A new wave of creatives, designers from Africa and the diaspora are emerging as a major force in music, fashion and interiors.
CAMEROONIAN CHEF CHRISTIAN ABÉGAN: ‘AFRICA SHOULD RECONSIDER ITS PLACE IN THE CULINARY WORLD’
Abégan is one of the continent’s most famous chefs. He has pioneered African gastronomy throughout the world, exploring its heritage, promoting haute cuisine inspired by the land, traditions and know-how of the African continent.
TOP 10 AFRICAN CITIES WITH THE FASTEST-GROWING MILLIONAIRE POPULATION
The World’s Wealthiest Cities Report 2023’s data on high-net-worth individuals contains the majority of the top wealth centers globally and spans 97 cities in nine continents. Here are 10 African cities with the fastest-growing millionaire populations in from 2012-2022.
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