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Sense of Africa, East Africa Newsflash 09 June 2026
East Africa Safari Lodges Redefining Luxury in the Wild Across East Africa, a new wave of safari lodges is reshaping what luxury in the bush actually feels like, with Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda at the centre of a clear move toward more intimate, design-led and conservation-focused stays. In well known wildlife areas such asRead More
Sense of Africa, South Africa Newsflash 09 June 2026
New Lounge Opens at Hoedspruit Airport The Baobab Lounge has opened at Hoedspruit Eastgate Airport, offering travellers a comfortable pre-flight space with snacks, refreshments, Wi‑Fi, and restrooms. While mainly for FedAir passengers, limited public access is available. Another Baobab Lounge is set to open in Skukuza later this year. View Details here LATAMRead More
Sense of Africa, East Africa Newsflash 2 June 2026
Uganda: Martyrs' Day Public Holiday - 3rd June 2026 Our Uganda offices will be closed on Wednesday, 3rd June 2026, in observance of Uganda Martyrs' Day. This significant national holiday commemorates the faith, courage, and sacrifice of the Uganda Martyrs, whose legacy continues to inspire generations across Uganda and beyond. All our scheduled tours, transfers, andRead More
Sense of Africa, South Africa Newsflash 02 June 2026
Brazil–Cape Town Direct Flights Boost Tourism Prospects LATAM will launch three weekly direct flights between São Paulo and Cape Town from July 2, signaling strong potential for tourism growth from Brazil. The route is set to improve accessibility, reduce perceived distance, and drive leisure and MICE travel. With Brazil’s growing economy and rising SouthRead More
Sense of Africa, East Africa Newsflash 26 May 2026
Thank You for Meeting Us at Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026 We would like to sincerely thank you for taking the time to meet with us during Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026 in Durban. It was a pleasure connecting and exchanging ideas on the future of travel across East Africa, while sharing our passion for creatingRead More
Sense of Africa, South Africa Newsflash 26 May 2026
Thank You to Our Partners and Suppliers at Africa’s Travel Indaba A big thank you from the Sense of Africa Team to all our valued partners and suppliers who attended Africa’s Travel Indaba in South Africa. It was a pleasure connecting, collaborating, and strengthening relationships with you all. We truly appreciate your continued supportRead More
Sense of Africa, South Africa Newsflash 19 May 2026
Thank You to Our Partners and Suppliers at Africa’s Travel Indaba A big thank you from the Sense of Africa Team to all our valued partners and suppliers who attended Africa’s Travel Indaba in South Africa. It was a pleasure connecting, collaborating, and strengthening relationships with you all. We truly appreciate your continued supportRead More
Sense of Africa, East Africa Newsflash12 May 2026
Kenya: The Safari Collection Reveals “Hidden Mara” Black Rhino Conservation Through Camera Trap Project The Safari Collection is highlighting a lesser-seen side of the Maasai Mara through a black rhino conservation initiative that uses camera traps to monitor wildlife in remote, densely vegetated areas of the reserve. Working alongside conservation partners and rangers, theRead More
Sense of Africa, South Africa Newsflash 12 May 2026
The Sense of Africa Team is at Indaba – Let’s Connect! Our team is currently attending Africa’s Travel Indaba in South Africa, and we’re excited to connect with industry partners and clients from across the globe. We’d love to see you there—please let us know! Stop by and meet your Sense of Africa colleagues while weRead More