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Tourists told to stop booking peak season to avoid ruining ‘one of world’s greatest spectacles’

The Great Migration in Africa sees over 1.5 million wildebeest, along with 250,000 zebras, 300,000 Thomson’s gazelles and various other antelope species, thunder across the plains. Adding too many tourists into the mix can be a problem. There has been…

Newly Dundee Tourism chair has a wish for everyone to benefit from a renewed bid to attract visitors to the area

At its height, tourism accounted for over R120-million of ‘fresh money’ a year into the local economy and Mtshali wants to recapture those heady days. Mthokozisi ‘Toy’ Mtshali – last week voted in as chairperson of Tourism Dundee. Tourism is…

Jersey tops travel magazine’s list of best islands in Britain

Mont Orgueil Castle in the moonlight at high tide. Picture: JON GUEGAN. (39272826) JERSEY has won a ‘Best Island’ accolade from readers of an international travel magazine. In a poll conducted by The Traveller, a Condé Nast publication, Jersey was…

South Carolina Spot Crowned Among The ‘Coolest Small Towns’ In America

Photo: Oliver Rossi/Stone/Getty Images As the saying goes, big things come in small packages. While big cities have an abundance of attractions, entertainment venues and restaurants compared to their less-populated counterparts, small towns allow visitors a chance to better see…

Senegal: Gateway to Africa

Explore the land of teranga — hospitality, generosity and sharing.   A view of the city of Dakar, Senegal | Photo Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto Senegal is a west African country bursting with life, culture and natural beauty. Its neighbours are Mauritania…

Lufthansa fined ‘record’ $4 mn for barring Jewish passengers

US authorities have hit Lufthansa with a record $4 million penalty after finding the airline discriminated against more than 100 Jewish travelers by blocking them from boarding a flight in 2022, officials said Tuesday. The 128 passengers were denied boarding to…

The Everest Expedition: A Trip to the World’s Roof

Everest Expedition One of the most famous and difficult journeys in the world is the Everest Expedition. Mount Everest, the highest peak on Earth at 8,848.86 meters (29,031.7 ft), is situated in Nepal’s Himalayas and has been a popular destination…

Discover Tranquility: Best Hotels Near Tiruchendur Murugan Temple

Best Hotels Near Tiruchendur Murugan Temple Unveil the Divine: Best Place to Stay Near Tiruchendur Murugan Temple. Tiruchendur, the golden sandy shores, deeply spiritual vibe-there are places where ancient traditions are blended with the serenity of the sea. This Tamil…

Extreme weather is already forcing travellers to rethink destinations, according to a new study

Photograph: Shutterstock Whether it’s the recent news of storms in Spain, Central Europe, Florida or the Caribbean, or the debilitating heatwaves that scorched Greece and Portugal this summer, one thing is clear – extreme weather is the new norm.  What do we…

Top Places To Visit In Geneva’s Old Town

Check out the top things to see in Geneva’s Old Town. From the 12th-century St. Peter’s Cathedral to secret passages in the Old Town and tranquil spots like Lac des Vernes, each site offers a unique glimpse into the city’s…