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WTM Africa 2025 Opens With A Record Participation From 96 Countries, Marking Largest Event In 11-year History

World Travel Market (WTM) Africa 2025 officially opened today with unprecedented global participation, welcoming industry professionals from a record 96 countries under the theme “Ignite Africa”. The event signals strong recovery and growth in African tourism, with significant increases in both buyer and exhibitor numbers. In her opening address, Carol Weaving, Managing Director of RX […]

Blending Heritage and Innovation: How Immersive Experiences Are Shaping South Africa’s Emerging Luxury Travel Trends

As global luxury travel evolves, discerning travellers are increasingly drawn to experiences that offer authenticity, enrichment, and a deeper connection to the place. In South Africa’s Constantia Valley, Steenberg Farm embraces this shift by combining tradition with innovation to offer immersive encounters that capture the heart of Cape winemaking. According to the Technology & Trends in […]

Africa Tourism Investment Conference unveils powerhouse speaker line-up

The Africa Tourism Investment Conference – taking place on 10 April at WTM Africa at the CTICC Cape Town and bringing together some of the most influential figures in continental tourism investment – has announced its full speaker line-up. With significant investment directed toward new hotels, resorts, and infrastructure across Africa in 2025 this year’s […]

Barbie Sales Surge by 30% After Opening Movie Weekend

  Toys R Us has seen a 30 percent growth in Barbie Doll sales since the pre-screening and premiere launch of Barbie the movie this past weekend. The movie made history with a record-breaking opening weekend for a film directed by a woman. While the world has been turned pink, the impact of the film […]