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A new era begins for ZimbabweAlthough there was a smattering of apprehension, the tourism industry rejoiced in the news that the country's authoritarian...

Africa tour ops look ahead to 2018Officials offer their take on trends they expect to develop or continue in the coming year.

Tour operators are going to extremesMore tourists are looking to visit "inaccessible destinations" or be the last to see an endangered species. African suppliers...

Is authenticity an endangered species in Africa?As tourism increases at near-double-digit rates, concerns grow that the quality of the experience will be diminished.

Going it alone in AfricaAfrica might not be immediately top of mind when considering solo travel destinations, but operators say the continent should...

Antidotes for 'ecotourism fatigue'Africa has a number of exciting sustainable tourism experiences that are sure to spark the interest of even the most skeptical...

Do Americans suffer from 'ecotourism fatigue'?Africa's operators note that U.S. travelers want to do what's right but say they often are reluctant to part with some creature...

In S. Africa, new campaign comes with lofty goals attachedOfficials hope to grow annual visitation by 5 million within the next five years and to get those visitors to come for more...

Africa seeks its place at the table with culinary travelAlthough the destination is not necessarily top of mind with food enthusiasts, it should not be overlooked.

Africa is trending with millennialsOperators see the continent as a perfect fit for the young and adventurous travelers and are tweaking their product to make it...

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