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Adventure and destination guides
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Visiting The Venetian Castle in Zakynthos, Greece – Goats On The Road
The Venetian Castle is one of the best things to do in Zakynthos thanks to its close proximity to the capital of the island, Zante Town. After many earthquakes have damaged similar sights around the island of Zakynthos, the Venetian Castle still stands as a good example of Venetian architecture in the Ionians and is read more
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South Africa: More Than R500 Million Disbursed for Tourism Businesses
Chief Executive Officer of the National Empowerment Fund, Muziwabantu Dayimani, says since the inception of the Tourism Transformation Fund (TTF), the Fund has approved 43 transactions valued at more than R510.51 million across nine provinces. The TTF was established as a dedicated capital investment mechanism to accelerate transformation within South Africa’s tourism sector to drive read more
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South Africa: President Ramaphosa to Address Africas Travel Indaba
President Cyril Ramaphosa will on Tuesday officially open and address Africa’s Travel Indaba at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. In a statement on Monday, The Presidency said the Indaba is a platform for leaders of the African tourism industry, investors, media, international tour operators, bookers and government leaders, whose mandate read more
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Gambia: Gtboard Tours CRR, URR to Boost Tourism Development
The governing body of the Gambia Tourism Board (GTBoard), led by Chairman Momodou Bamba Saho, on Monday continued its nationwide familiarization tour with visits to the Central River Region (CRR) and Upper River Region (URR). The delegation, accompanied by Amie Njie, Permanent Secretary of GTBoard, the Director General of GTBoard, Ida Jeng Njie, and a read more
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Liberia: UN Backs Liberias Tourism Reform
Monrovia — Liberia has strengthened its push to reposition itself on the global tourism map following a high-level bilateral engagement between the Director General of the Liberia National Tourism Authority (LNTA), Princess Eva Cooper, and H.E. Shaikha Al Nuwais, Secretary-General of UN Tourism. The meeting brought together top executives and technical leaders of UN Tourism, read more
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East Africa: Uganda Hosts Chinese Investors for High-Level Trade, Tourism Investment Tour
Uganda is currently hosting a high-level delegation of Chinese investors and industry representatives as part of the ongoing Uganda-China Coffee Investment and Destination Tour, a strategic initiative aimed at strengthening trade, investment, and market linkages between the two countries. The tour, organized by Uganda’s Embassy in Beijing in collaboration with the Uganda Consulate in Guangzhou, read more
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Ugandans Using Fake Documents to Apply for US Visas Risk Ban As Embassy, Police Tighten Noose
The US Embassy in Uganda and Police have warned Ugandans against using forged document to apply for US visas or else they risk being blacklisted. Addressing journalists at the Uganda Media Centre in Kampala, the regional security officer at the US Embassy in Uganda, James Bloomer said since July last year, at least 43 Ugandans read more
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Nigeria: NCDMB, Radisson, Edison Sign Management Deal for Yenagoa Hotel
The management agreement was signed in Durban, South Africa by the Executive Secretary of NCDMB, Felix Omatsola Ogbe, Executive Chairman of Edison Corporation, Mr Vivian Reedy and Director of Radisson, Mr Garnier Erwan. The Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB) on Monday signed an international management agreement (IMA) with Radisson Hospitality Belgium, and Edison read more
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Bahia Principe Coupons: 40% Off in February 2026
For nearly three decades, Bahia Principe Hotels and Resorts has been a go-to for travelers seeking all-inclusive luxury with unbeatable value. The hotel chain consists of 27 properties in the Caribbean, Mexico, and Spain—some adults-only, others family-friendly, and many all-inclusive. Property services are dependent on their category, with all Bahia properties falling into one of read more
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In Search of Chartreuse, I Went to Chartreuse
It’s a sunny day in May at the foot of the French Prealps, and the bar-brasserie Le Schuss in the town of Voiron is throwing—there’s no other word for it—a rager. On the outdoor terrace, a DJ stands with his turntable on a raised platform, rallying a horde of teenagers in green and yellow bandanas, read more
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Eat, Stay & Play in Mérida, Yucatán Peninsula
Ku’uk, with its brown-and-white checkerboard tile and mansion setting, serves up suckling pig Yucateco-style. Finish your nights at the ultra-coolSalón Gallos, a restaurant that also includes a small arthouse cinema, pop-up shops by local designers, a gallery space, a wine bar, and a disco ball-crowned nightclub in the rear. For more stationary drinking, see Acervo read more
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19 Cult-Favorite French Pharmacy Products You Can Buy Online
French pharmacies have earned their reputation as skincare destinations for a reason. Unlike their American counterparts, French pharmacies are where dermatologists send patients and locals to stock up on trusted staples. What sets them apart is the concept of “dermocosmétiques,” meaning skincare products that blend dermatology and cosmetics. These products are inexpensive, effective, and created read more
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Tourism growth through investment and visa reforms
Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille says South Africa is strengthening its tourism growth strategy through investment promotion, improved air connectivity and visa reforms, as the country deepens engagement with key Asian markets. De Lille was speaking in Singapore this week during a visit that included engagements with the Singapore Tourism Board, Singapore’s Minister of National read more
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Cuanza-Norte lists 63 tourist attractions in Angola
Ndalatando — The Government of Cuanza-Norte will make better use of 63 tourist attractions to diversify the local economy, announced the provincial governor, João Diogo Gaspar. Tourist attractions include the Zanga caves, the Muanda waterfalls, the Santa Isabel water source and the Kilombo tourist center, in the municipality of Cazengo. According to the governor, who read more
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The North Face Promo Codes: $50 Off in February 2026
I grew up just outside of Toronto and went to university in Montreal, so needless to say, I know cold. I’m no stranger to below-zero temperatures, snow up to my shins, and slippery strolls to and from extra-curricular activities. And if there’s one brand we trust to keep us warm—and keep us moving—up in Canada, read more
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The Best Restaurants in (and Near) Cincinnati, Ohio
While the phrase “hidden gem” is wildly overused in food and travel writing, the cliche rings true for Cincinnati, Ohio, an under-the-radar Midwestern dining destination that many people can’t spell, much less find on a map. Typically, if someone does have an opinion about the city’s cuisine, it’s a hot take on how freaky Cincinnati read more
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Countries warn citizens about travel to US amid ICE protests
The advisory also notes that some states—including Alabama, Arizona, Utah, Indiana, South Carolina, and Georgia—have introduced legislation to combat illegal immigration that authorizes “police officers to seek information on an individual’s immigration status and to detain people they suspect of being in the US illegally.” They suggest that travelers carry their documents with them at read more
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Best Sandwiches in New York City, According to Expert
This spot in Astoria has been open since 1940! So yea, they know their way around a deli sandwich. These sky-high, foot-long sandwiches are feats of engineering, with a pretty quintessential Italian deli approach: Some mix of cold cuts or deli meats, with the option to add sweet peppers, hot peppers, provolone or American, oil read more
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Big Cat Safaris in Africa – African safari company
A safari is not just a journey; it is a deeply emotional encounter with nature, a story woven through landscapes, wildlife, and culture. Among Africa’s most captivating wildlife experiences is the thrill of meeting the big cats: lions, leopards, and cheetahs. These apex predators represent the raw, untouched power of the wild, and no safari read more
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Best beaches in California for swimming, whales & winter sun
For travelers looking to get to know the many-varied charms of the Golden State, discovering it through the best beaches in California is never a bad idea. The state’s coastline spans a vast 3,427 miles after all. Among its 420 public beautiful beaches are plentiful opportunities to swim, lay out, look at tide pools, surf read more
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