Travel and Tourism in Africa and the Caribbean

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Uganda has beautiful sceneries and dense tropical rainforests-some of the few in Africa, which are a home to roughly half of the world’s mountain gorillas.

Uganda once called "the pearl of Africa" has recently been rebranded to "Uganda gifted by nature" The word " Gifted " in the brand tagline reflects Uganda's extraordinary natural richness and cultural diversity, as well as the talents and abilities of the people - all bestowed as a gift to the world. " Nature " is seen as the giver of Uganda 's uniqueness- dependent on human protection to preserve its uniqueness for future generations.

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As a reflection of the importance of major sporting, business and cultural events to re-inspire tourists to travel to global destinations, the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) and the South African Government announced that the T&T world's first international Tourism, Sport and Mega-events Summit will be held in Sandton, South Africa from February 24- 26, 2010. (AllAfrica)

THE tourism industry has invested about N$35,7 million in the sector during 2009 and altogether N$5,6 billion in total over the past two decades and is experiencing good growth, according to Werner Beddies, Chairperson of the Hospitality Association of Namibia (HAN). (AllAfrica)

Despite some of the optimistic talk of global economic recovery, the highest likelihood is that the tourism industry still has several challenging months or even years ahead of it. Often when the economy is down we not only forget to be 'up' but we tend to cut back where we ought not to be cutting back. The same is true of communities throughout the world. (AllAfrica)

Mainstream and niche travel businesses should consider the personal impact of responsible tourism in their marketing approach, speakers told delegates at recently concluded World Travel Market (WTM), the premier global event for the travel industry. (AllAfrica)

Little-known Rumbidzai Mangezi (19) was last Saturday night crowned Miss Tourism Beitbridge 2009 at a contest held at the Export Processing Zone complex. (AllAfrica)

As far as potential is concerned, Tanzania is both a regional and continental tourism giant. (AllAfrica)

Transport fares within and from the Lagos to other parts of the country were jacked up yesterday as motor parks recorded a high number of travellers. Our correspondent gathered that in Lagos metropolis, transport fares were increased by 50 or 100 per cent. (AllAfrica)

For CHINWE OCHU, many Nigerians do not appreciate their country until they travel out and taste the bitter side of other countries. Her trip to South Africa recently exposed her to experiences that made her realise that despite the country's bad image abroad, Nigeria still has something to be proud of, even though she still has Soweto in her mind (AllAfrica)

As the 2009 yuletide season approaches when most people in the Eastern part of the country will be travelling for end of the year celebrations, Airport Manager of Sam Mbakwe Airport, Owerri, Orjiako Mgbemene has called for the development of the latter to meet impending challenges. (AllAfrica)

The Council for the Regulation of Freight Forwarding in Nigeria (CRFFN) has said that it would commence registration of all freight forwarders in the country by next month. (AllAfrica)

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has confirmed the compliance of the nation's premier airport, Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMA), Lagos with the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) standards on aviation security. (AllAfrica)

The tourism sector is seeking sustainable ways of doing business in the face of growing concerns over environmental degradation. (AllAfrica)

The Department of Tourism is to launch the fifth and final Visitor Information Centre in Nelspruit next week. (AllAfrica)

Mwanza tourism stakeholders will tomorrow converge at Bank of Tanzania (BoT) conference hall to deliberate on strategies to promote tourism in the region whose 68 per cent is constituted of the Lake Victoria water body. (AllAfrica)

Creating exclusive tourist attractions within national parks would have adverse effects on the country's tourism sector, a wildlife official cautioned yesterday. (AllAfrica)

British Airways will resume flights to Zimbabwe early next year following a two-year absence in a move expected to improve tourist arrivals into the country. (AllAfrica)

Air passengers in East Africa will each be levied $0.7 (Sh52) to support the Civil Aviation Safety and Security Oversight Agency (CASSOA) if the proposal is approved by ministers of Finance. (AllAfrica)

The Acting Executive Director of Central Regional Development Commission (CEDCOM), Mr. Spencer Taylor has stated categorically that his outfit was gearing up to promote first class tourism in the region, as one of the tools to reduce poverty. (AllAfrica)

The Ugandan stand at the World Tourism Market in London did not win any award, but one could not fail to notice the unusual organisation, zeal, and traffic at the double-deck stall designed with backcloths. (AllAfrica)

African Sun Limited, the management company in charge of the Obudu Ranch Resort in Obudu, venue for this weekend's fifth Obudu international mountain race and the first African mountain running championships, has agreed an improved package for the media race that will precede the international mountain race this Saturday. (AllAfrica)

THE management of Arik Air Monday in Lagos unveiled a strategy that would make Nigerian airlines compete effectively on Lagos-Johannesburg route. (AllAfrica)

With the rapid growth in the tourism, hospitality and wildlife industry, tourists can now get tourism insurance whenever they travel within the borders of Namibia. Namibia's first tourism insurance company,Safari and Tourism Insurance Brokers Namibia (SATIB Namibia) officially opened its doors on the 1 August under the leadership of Johan Liebenberg. and Sodi Norval. (AllAfrica)

The General Manager of the Delta State Tourism Board,Mrs Nkem Ajufo, has predicted a bright future for the hospitality industry in the state. (AllAfrica)

About 20 months after the crash of the Beechcraft 1900D aircraft belonging to Wings Aviation Limited, into the hills of Bushi Village in Obalinku Local Government area of Cross River State, the Accidents Investigation Bureau has finally released the remains of the victims to their families. (AllAfrica)

The UK- based travel website Travelweekly reports that according to figures revealed at this year's Association of Independent Tour Operators (AITO) conference held in Kerala, India, Tunisia could be next year's hot destination. (AllAfrica)

As part of efforts to realise the resolve of Anambra citizens to enjoy air transport services within and outside Nigeria, the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) panel review for the construction of Anambra International Cargo Airport has ended its sitting in Awka. (AllAfrica)

Recently, The Management of Sheraton Abuja Hotel set their sails once more on Community Development as Mr. Morten Ebbesen the General Manager of the Hotel opened up the Hotel's latest beauty "The Penelope Garden at the Jungle Bar to host 42 wives of Heads of Missions for a charity Bazaar for less privileged children within the Abuja Rural Community. (AllAfrica)

Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Mrs. Farida Waziri has commended the Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTDC) for repositioning the country's tourism sector. (AllAfrica)

National Productivity Centre (NPC) yesterday commenced training of workers in the hospitality business in order to promote productivity and quality of service in the industry. (AllAfrica)

The tourism industry, which was battered by post-election violence, has almost fully recovered to its pre-2007 General Election level. (AllAfrica)

A quiet island carrying tales of millions of men smuggled out of the continent and into slavery four centuries ago, sits silently like a giant boat in the Atlantic, keeping to itself the dark secrets of its past. (AllAfrica)

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