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Gulf Air Launches First Flight To Nairobi, Expanding African Footprint
Bahrain’s national carrier, Gulf Air, celebrated the successful launch of its inaugural flight to Nairobi, Kenya. The momentous occasion took place on June 3, 2025. The event was commemorated with special events at Jomo Kenyatta International...

Former County Durham headteacher honoured for voluntary African teaching work
Eileen Lees from Bournmoor may have retired from her career as a teacher at Red Rose Primary School in Chester-le-Street, but her passion for education still takes her across the globe. Eileen, 77, has devoted her spare time to travelling over to...

Does Trump’s latest travel ban include Somali nationals?
D.C. Memo | A recap of a week’s worth of Washington political news, journalism, and opinion, delivered with an eye toward what matters for Minnesota. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation banning travel from 12 countries, including Somalia,...

Diplomats call for united Africa to achieve real transformation
…eulogise Namibian Ambassador, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, as her tenure ends Diplomats gathered at the 35th Namibian Independence Day commemoration and farewell ceremony for the outgoing Ambassador, Selma Ashipala-Musavyi, have rallied around the...

Is it safe to travel to Jordan after airspace is shut by Israel-Iran conflict?
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Smart Travel: Fact Finding Around Tragic Air India Crash, Protest Impacts on Tourists and New Travel Ban Implementation
The news was filled with scary stories this week as a fatal crash in India and protests around the country brought a collective gasp to the travel industry. What can you do to keep your attendees safe and reassure them? We asked the experts. As...

Two Alabama students selected among 2025 America’s Field Trip awardees
Published 11:28 am Friday, June 13, 2025 FROM STAFF REPORTS MONTEVALLO – America’s Field Trip is a nationwide initiative encouraging students to reflect on what America means to them, with first-place awardees receiving special behind-the-scenes...

Ghana is open for foreign direct investment in tourism
By Hafsa Obeng Accra, June 13, GNA – Madam Abla Dzifa Gomashie, Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, has reiterated that Ghana is open for foreign direct investment in tourism. She said the country was always ready for such investments...

UN Tourism Commission for Africa Meets to Boost Social Impact, Innovation, and Youth Empowerment
The UN Tourism Regional Commission for Africa (CAF), brought together tourism leaders, government officials, and creative-sector stakeholders to chart a future where tourism drives lasting, inclusive development across the region. The event...

New York Museums are Showcasing African American Art, Exhibitions Feature Lorna Simpson, Rashid Johnson, Beauford Delaney, Amy Sherald, Black Dandyism & More
TOP NEW YORK MUSEUMS are presenting exhibitions of major African American artists this spring and summer with most on view through fall 2025. Solo exhibitions include the largest-ever surveys of Rashid Johnson at the Guggenheim Museum, Amy Sherald...

Tanzania introduces mandatory travel insurance for foreign visitors
The policy is part of the 2025/2026 fiscal budget presented to the National Assembly in Dodoma by the Minister of Finance. Once purchased, the non-refundable travel insurance policy will remain valid for 62 days (approximately two months)....

Tourist Attractions in Texas
Written by Lana Law Updated Jun 13, 2025 Whether you're interested in a city getaway, a nature escape, a beach vacation, or finding an authentic off-the-beaten-path small town, Texas has everything you're looking for and more. This state is...
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These Are the Top Summer Travel Destinations for LGBTQ+ Travelers, According to a New Report
Expedia has released a new Summer Travel Outlook report focused on destinations that are welcoming for LGBTQ+ travelers. The report surveyed 1,000 American LGBTQ+ travelers to find the best beach and city destinations for summer trips. Locales in...

There Is A Very Particular Reason Why Baboons Travel In Straight Lines
How groups travel is an interesting part of animal behavior. Elephants can form circles to protect younger members of the herd, while whales can coordinate enough to make spiral rings of bubbles to catch prey. New research has revealed why baboons...

Travel bans upset Arab Americans all over again
A Haraz Coffee House employee makes a drink on Monday in Dearborn in this image captured from video. (AP photo) DEARBORN — The ban on travel from certain countries that took effect Monday — reminiscent of President Donald Trump’s first-term...
Supreme Court Justice Okoro Reportedly Sighted In Benin Hotel With Edo Attorney General Ahead Of Election Appeal By Opposition PDP’s Ighodalo
Justice Inyang Okoro of the Supreme Court was reportedly seen on Thursday evening at the Protea Hotel in Benin City, Edo State, in the company of the Edo State Attorney General, Hon. Samson Osagie. According to a credible source, the pair were...
South Africa Passes Controversial Rule, Grounds 1,400 Aircraft
Fri, Jun 13, 2025 With practically no warning, South Africa’s Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) has pushed a controversial regulation into action that requires overhauls for any aircraft engine older than 12 years. This rule grounds upwards of...

How South Africa’s hospitality industry is turning mental health challenges into competitive advantage
South Africa’s hospitality industry, projected to be worth more than R20 billion in 2025, is experiencing a wellness revolution. Known for its high-pressure environments and long hours, forward-thinking hospitality leaders are discovering that...

DHL investing considerably into Middle East, African operations
Multinational logistics company DHL Group is investing over €500-million in the Middle East, with the company seeing significant potential especially in the fast-growing Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates (UAE) markets. The over €500-million...

Foreign Office issue UK travel warning for Dubai, Egypt, Tunisia and Qatar
A UK Foreign Office warning has been put in place for individuals travelling to six countries in the Middle East, Africa and Asia. In an update published today (June 13), the FCDO refreshed all the travel safety pages of Jordan, Oman, United Arab...