June 2015
Welcome to ATA’s June Newsletter!
ATA Passport to Africa, our monthly newsletter, features the latest member and Africa travel industry news. If you are an ATA member and would like to share your stories, please email us and find submission guidelines here. We look forward to hearing from you! |
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Kenya Tourism Delegation to Visit U.S. for Promotional Road Show in July
As part of the promotions leading up to ATA’s 40th Annual World Congress in Nairobi, Kenya from November 9-14, 2015, a high-level delegation led by Hon. Phyllis Kandie, Cabinet Secretary, Kenya Ministry of East African Affairs, Commerce and Tourism (MEACT) will participate in a Road Show in Washington, DC; Los Angeles; and New York. |
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ATA Executive Director Appointed as NEPAD Goodwill Ambassador
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Family Travel Association & ATA Partner to Support Family Travel to Africa
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Delta Increases Onboard Comfort, Adds Extra Flight to Dakar
Delta is adding a third weekly flight from New York-JFK to Dakar with more Comfort + premium economy seating and 180-degree fully flat-bed seats in Delta One, business class.
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ATA Welcomes New Member Park Hyatt Zanzibar
Experience the unparalleled elegance of Park Hyatt Zanzibar, opened March 2015. Seated majestically on the beachfront in Stone Town, a designated UNESCO Heritage site, the architecture reflects its Swahili culture with a unique blend of Arab, Persian, Indian and European elements. Featuring 67 spacious guest rooms including 11 suites, brilliantly combing contemporary style and timeless regional accents.
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Ethiopian Airlines Launches Los Angeles Service to Dublin and Addis
Ethiopian Airlines, the largest and fastest-growing airline in Africa, is launching flights on the 787 Dreamliner from Los Angeles to Dublin, Ireland and to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia beginning June 20, 2015.
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Rwanda Steps Up Regional Tourism Agenda, Fits Kwita Izina in Northern Corridor Calendar
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South African Airways Launches New Service Between Washington D.C. and Accra, Ghana
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Winelands and Wildlife the Virgin Way
Now we have two destinations in South Africa, you make the most of the diversity and vibrant country.
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Attend the Rwanda International Tourism Fair in Kigali
Rwanda welcomes you to the inaugural Rwanda International Tourism Fair in Kigali 14-16 August 2015.
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Don’t Miss the 2015 Zanzibar International Film Festival ‘Waves And Visions of Hope’ July 18-26
Zanzibar International Film Festival (ZIFF) in Zanzibar, Tanzania is East Africa’s largest film, music and arts festival, bringing new talents together from all over the world.
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Ethiopian Airlines & Boeing Partner with Non-Profits to Support Education
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South Africa’s Newest Luxury Game Lodge Now Open
Makanyi Private Game Lodge located in the Timbavati, South Africa is excited to announce it opened on June 1st this year. We’ve just taken delivery of our brand new game drive Landrovers to complement the luxury ambiance already in situ. The team is ready and waiting for your guests!
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Africa Connection Tours Senegal Launches Specials
Africa Connection Tours is operating new inter-African tours focusing on the history of the ancient African Kingdoms and Empires. The first tour of the 2015/2016 season is scheduled for September 2, 2015. Join us!
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Infinite Safari Adventures Hosts 4th Annual “Meetah Cheetah” Event
Infinite Safari Adventures owner Alan Feldstein is a trustee of the Cheetah Conservation Fund. ISA recently co-hosted its 4th annual “Meetah Cheetah” fundraiser. Over 100 people attended the event, including celebrity Richard Roundtree of “Shaft” fame and currently on BET’s “Being Mary Jane.” But the highlight was “Masika,” a beautiful cheetah. Everyone was very excited to see one of these beautiful endangered animals up close and personal.
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One of the Moments at Ulusaba
We’ve been treated to some spectacular sightings over the years but recently we had one in particular that was pure magical!
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Private Safaris Introduces James Hassan
Private Safaris, a premier Destination Management Company within Africa, has been fortunate enough to work within the North American market for several years.
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The Seven Wonders of the World – Plus One
Sir Richard Branson visits Mahli Mzuri in Kenya.
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Around Africa Safaris supports Gorilla Highlands Project
Interact with community by canoeing and hiking through stunning landscapes and scenery with volcanoes, lakes in the lands of the rare mountain gorillas creating a special unforgettable life moment.
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Ramada Resort Dar Es Salaam Opens in Tanzania
The luxurious Dar Es Salaam Beach Hotel offers modern amenities, a private beach, stylish event venues, and a Jangwani Beach location for business and leisure travelers alike.
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Visit Award-winning Rwenzori Founders Sculpture Gallery, Between Queen Elizabeth National Park and Fort Portal in West Uganda
Spectacular gallery showing stunning sculptures in bronze, marble and soapstone by African and European artists. These perfect mementos capture the essence of Ugandan culture and wildlife.
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Afropop Worldwide Receives Prestigious Peabody Institutional Award
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ASTA Global Convention
ASTA agents represent 83% of all travel sales sold through the agency travel distribution system generating billions of dollars in travel spend. Meet them at the ASTA Global Convention.
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Exclusive 2016 Travel & Adventure Show Series Discount for ATA Members
Located at each of the 7 events around the country, the African Pavilion is the premier marketing platform designed to facilitate high-engaging conversations, lead generation and most importantly, bookings, for your DMO, tour or service. Clickhere for pricing and more information.
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ATA Members Can Register Now for WTM London
ATA Members can register now to receive four day access to WTM – this includes exclusive access to Monday, normally reserved for exhibitor invitees. WTM takes place from November 2-5, 2015.
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Join PATA Travel Mart and the Responsible Travel Pavilion
PATA Travel Mart (PTM) 2015, hosted by Department of Tourism, Government of Karnataka, will be held in Bangalore, India on September 6-8, 2015 at Bangalore International Exhibition Center (BIEC). Building upon a first successful year in Cambodia, we are excited to once again offer PTM delegates the opportunity to showcase their responsible and sustainable business practices in the Responsible Travel Pavilion.
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Hotel Industry Leaders Highlight Ten Priorities for Growth in Africa
The emerging topics discussed at the recent advisory board meeting will form a key component in this year’s AHIF agenda. Top topics include: Creating a destination brand, Developing the MICE industry, Connectivity: An airport update, What products investors are looking for across Africa, Building confidence in a market in the eyes of the investor. For all the topics, click here. Registration is now open for AHIF 2015; secure your place now.
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| Please join us on Wednesday, June 17th from 12:30-1:00 pm EST for the next#Africhat where we’ll be discussing “African Festivals” with organizers:@beentoAfrica @StayAdventurous @roniweiss @thetravelword @africatravelata and co-hosts: @GuidetoAfrica @tstmkrsafrica @sasyrae @UniteWestAfrica @okayafrica @UgandaMarathon Use the hashtag #Africhat to join the conversation. |
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