Anantara Opens Its First Safari Camp in Zambia: Exceptional Ecotourism


Anantara inaugure son tout premier camp safari en Zambie - Photo : Minor Hotels

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Pour marquer les 25 ans de la marque Anantara, Minor Hotels dévoile son premier camp safari surélevé au bord du fleuve Kafue, en Zambie.

Intégralement alimenté à l’énergie solaire et bâti sur des plateformes en bois pour préserver les déplacements de la faune sauvage, cet établissement marie luxe contemporain et engagement écologique strict au sein du parc national de Kafue.

Positionné à plus de 3,5 mètres au-dessus du sol le long des berges du fleuve Kafue, le complexe a été pensé par le cabinet Meg Ralph Spaces pour minimiser son empreinte environnementale.

Fonctionnant sans plastique à usage unique, doté d’un système de purification d’eau sur site et d’un éclairage nocturne adapté à la faune, le camp intègre des structures préfabriquées permettant de préserver la végétation existante.

L’offre d’hébergement comprend notamment trois suites suspendues à plus de 14 mètres de hauteur, ainsi que des villas privées disposant de leurs propres piscines et espaces de bien-être.


Une offre gastronomique et bien-être ancrée dans la nature

The experience offered to travelers revolves around terrestrial and aquatic activities, including 4×4 safaris, river excursions, guided hikes, and catch-and-release fishing.

On the dining front, the establishment showcases modern Zambian cuisine across its various spaces, complemented by a floating pontoon for meals on the water and immersive culinary workshops.

The wellness offering includes in-room treatments, private hammam spaces, as well as a floating fitness and yoga platform installed directly on the river.

Accessible by charter flights from Lusaka or Livingstone to the Chunga airstrip, or a four-hour drive from the capital, the camp represents a new showcase for sustainable and high-end tourism in Southern Africa.

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Vedettes de Paris Opens a Bar Without Cans or Bottles


L'innovation repose sur un système de distribution à la tireuse pour les bières, cocktails, eaux et boissons sans alcool @Vedettes de Paris

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Two years after electrifying its boats, Vedettes de Paris takes a new step in its environmental strategy.

The company, which is marking its 50th anniversary this year, has just inaugurated “Le Trincoeur”, a new bar concept installed aboard its open-top vessel Le Montparnasse.

The innovation rests on a draught-distribution system for beers, cocktails, waters and non-alcoholic beverages. The aim is to eliminate cans and reduce packaging, while simplifying logistics on board.


A 90-kg Saving Over the Season

Thanks to an integrated potable water tank, the boat can carry up to 500 liters of beverages. For its non-alcoholic offering, Vedettes de Paris teamed up with Necense, a Parisian company specializing in artisanal infused drinks.

Iced tea, lemonade or ginger beer are prepared directly on board, with a sugar content advertised as 30% lower than that of traditional sodas.

The company estimates that this setup will save, over a seven-month season, nearly 90 kg of cans and 80 kg of cardboard. The crew should also gain about an hour per day on bar setup and restocking operations.

Vedettes de Paris also highlights a menu favoring French references, in a décor inspired by Parisian bistros. Rolled out experimentally on Le Montparnasse, the concept could subsequently be extended to the entire fleet.

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Ponant Opens Bookings Through November 2028


Quatre croisières sont entièrement consacrées au Cap Vert, à bord du voilier Le Ponant, en octobre et novembre 2027 - Photo : PONANT, Julien Fabro

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Ponant Explorations opens to sale over 120 departures scheduled between October 2027 and November 2028, in the Mediterranean, in Northern Europe and in the Atlantic islands.

A new step in the strategy presented to travel agencies during its at-sea seminar in February.

Ponant had then announced its intention to progressively extend its sales openings from 21 to 30 months before departures, in order to respond to the surge in highly anticipatory bookings and to offer greater visibility to distribution.


The Mediterranean Takes Center Stage

The Mediterranean represents the heart of this new program, with more than 70 departures between March and November 2028.

Fourteen “Kid Explorers” cruises are notably planned for families, as well as about ten short formats of six days and five nights.

In Northern Europe, the company schedules trips to the British Isles, the Norwegian fjords and the Baltic Sea, notably two itineraries passing through the Faroe Islands.

In the Atlantic, Ponant will offer two 100% Azores itineraries in July 2028 and four cruises entirely dedicated to the Cape Verde Islands, aboard the sailing vessel Le Ponant, in October and November 2027.

A cruise dedicated to oenology will also connect Lisbon to Bordeaux in May 2028.

Finally, the company maintains its “Serenity Policy” : for any new booking made up to August 31, 2026, passengers may modify or reschedule their cruise at no cost for a departure scheduled in the same year or for an earlier date, according to the terms set by the company.

MGallery Collection Opens in Rhodes, Greece


MGallery Collection s'installe à Rhodes, MGallery Rhodes, photo by MGallery

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The Island of the Knights is poised to welcome a new benchmark in luxury hospitality.

In July 2026, MGallery Collection and Colossos SA formalized the signing of an agreement to establish the brand’s very first hotel on Rhodes.

Currently under construction in the Kallithea region, this exclusive adults-only project will unfold facing panoramic views of the Aegean Sea, blending inspiring architecture, holistic well-being and refined gastronomy.

Inspired by the rich architectural heritage of the local medieval city, the complex revolves around a ten-story main building with a spiraling silhouette, ensuring unobstructed sea views from every accommodation.

Designed to deliver calm and privacy, the resort will also offer suites as well as bungalows with private pools, all set within a Mediterranean landscape of ancient olive trees, lavender and native plants.

This vision is borne directly by Aris Soulounias, Chief Executive Officer of Colossos SA : « MGallery Rhodes represents a major strategic investment for Colossos SA and embodies our vision for the future of Rhodes’ hospitality: hospitality driven by quality, a sense of aesthetics, international partnerships and experiences with a strong sense of identity.

Our collaboration with Accor, and more specifically with the internationally recognized MGallery Collection, gives a new dimension to this project and brings together all the conditions to make this future hotel a reference address, in Greece as well as internationally.
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A Rich Gastronomic Offering and a Premium Wellness Sanctuary

The culinary experience sits at the heart of the project, with five gastronomic restaurants and four eateries with Mediterranean and international influences, all oriented toward the coastline. Several communal spaces will complement the whole, notably a signature cocktail bar imagined as the resort’s beating heart.

Maud Bailly, CEO of Accor’s luxury brands, underscores that this address sits within the collection’s philosophy by drawing its uniqueness and identity directly from the authenticity of its host territory: MGallery is a collection of hotels where each property draws its identity from its locale. The project we are developing on Rhodes is a fine illustration of this. Its inspiring architecture, its privileged sea-facing location, its wellness approach and the authentic ties it weaves with its destination reflect the expectations of today’s travelers. »

The relaxation component will rest on a substantial 110-square-meter spa housing an indoor pool and a hydromassage pool, where exclusive care rituals will be delivered in partnership with the prestigious Swiss houses Valmont and Swiss Perfection.

The outdoor facilities will comprise fifty private pools scattered across the estate, an outdoor fitness area, sport routes as well as tennis and padel courts.

The project also integrates technologies related to renewable energies.

Tunon International School Opens Four New Campuses in Overseas Territories


L’École Internationale Tunon ouvre 4 nouveaux campus : La Réunion, Martinique, Guadeloupe, Guyane - DepositPhotos.com, Balate Dorin


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The École Internationale Tunon will establish four new campuses in Guadeloupe, in French Guiana, on Réunion, and in Martinique by the start of the September 2026 term.

These openings, led by Carole Marchand, make it possible to access professional certifications listed in the National Directory of Professional Certifications (RNCP) locally, without the need to relocate to mainland France.

Founded in 1964, the school reports an average employment rate of 88% and relies on a network of 2,700 partner companies, serving a community of 71,000 alumni.


Three programs dedicated to the aviation and hospitality sectors

The training offerings in the overseas departments and territories (DROM) revolve around three diplomas: Tourism & Aviation Assistant (Bac+2), Executive Assistant to Hotel Management (Bac+2) and Hospitality Bachelor (Bac+3).

The aviation track includes preparation for the Cabin Crew Attestation (CCA), the DGAC-mandated diploma required to work as cabin crew, with an 85% success rate recorded in 2025.

This offering responds to the growth in airport traffic, notably in Réunion (+5.5%) and in Guadeloupe (+3.6%) over the past year.

The hospitality tracks are offered as apprenticeships or with internships of 24 to 32 weeks over two years, aimed at supplying skilled staff for regional establishments, whose visitor numbers have risen by 4% to 6% in the year.


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Pierre & Vacances Opens Four Holiday Residences in Switzerland, Partners with TGV Lyria


Pierre & Vacances ouvre quatre résidences en Suisse, dont une à Thyon 4, dans le Val d’Hérens - DepositPhotos.com, Gorilla

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For the summer season of 2026, Pierre & Vacances announces the opening of four new premium residences in Switzerland, located in various Alpine resorts.

In the Valais canton, two establishments will open in Val d’Anniviers: the Zinal residence, equipped notably with a restaurant, a gaming room and a children’s area, with access to mountain activities such as visiting the Zinal glacier, rock climbing, and mountain biking; and the Vercorin residence, which will offer a spa, a restaurant, and various activities such as paragliding or discovering the local wine heritage.

A third residence will be located at Thyon 4, in Val d’Hérens. It will notably include a restaurant with panoramic views and will provide access to a range of hiking and mountain-biking activities, as well as the spa at the Grands Bains d’Hérémence.

Finally, a fourth residence will open in Meiringen, in the canton of Bern, near the Sherlock Holmes museum and about twenty minutes from Interlaken.

Guests will also receive a guest card giving access to several local activities free of charge or at a reduced rate, such as the municipal swimming pool, mini-golf, tennis, or certain guided tours.


Make the Train the Gateway to the Swiss Alps

In parallel, the brand partners with TGV Lyria to promote a combined offering of rail transport and accommodation, with the aim of facilitating access to the Swiss Alps without a car.

This partnership takes place in a context where transportation accounts for nearly 70% of greenhouse gas emissions tied to vacations.

The two companies thus aim to encourage travelers to favor train travel to reach mountain destinations.

A subsidiary of SNCF Voyageurs and the Swiss Federal Railways, TGV Lyria connects Paris and Dijon year-round to several major Swiss cities, including Geneva, Lausanne, Basel and Zurich.

An additional summer link also connects Marseille to Geneva and Lausanne from April to October, with enhanced service in July and August.

“”With Pierre & Vacances, we concretely facilitate access to the Swiss Alps by combining low-carbon mobility and premium experience,” explains Éric Dehlinger, chief executive of TGV Lyria.

For Pierre & Vacances, this initiative is part of its strategy to develop mountain destinations accessible without a car. “The opening of Switzerland is a strategic milestone in our European development and strengthens our position as a leading actor in mountain travel“, notes Grégory Sion, the brand’s chief executive.

On the occasion of this launch, the two partners offer a joint promotion including -20% on stays in the Swiss residences and on TGV Lyria Standard class tickets. The promotion will be on sale from 16 to 31 March 2026, for trips and stays between 25 April and 12 December 2026.


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Hyatt Opens Masana Algarve, Portugal’s First Destination by Hyatt Resort


Hyatt annonce l’ouverture du Masana Algarve - DepositPhotos.com, enriquedcorral

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Hyatt inaugure son premier resort Destination by Hyatt au Portugal avec une offre résidentielle en Algarve.

Le Masana Algarve est implanté à Olhos de Água, à proximité immédiate de l’océan Atlantique, dans un environnement composé de falaises, de sentiers côtiers et de plages, dont celles d’Olhos de Água et de Maria Luísa.

L’établissement comprend 33 résidences, incluant suites et villas d’une ou deux chambres, avec vue sur les jardins, la piscine ou la mer.

Chaque unité dispose d’une cuisine équipée, d’espaces de vie, d’un extérieur privatif et d’équipements destinés aux séjours prolongés.

Le resort propose également un accompagnement personnalisé avec un Guest Experience Manager dédié pour chaque séjour.


Une offre articulée autour de la restauration et du bien-être

The Masana Algarve features two dining spaces operated by TUPUQ: Casa da Praia, open during the day, and the TUPUQ Restaurant & Bar situated on the rooftop, offering meals and beverages in the evening.

The property also includes a spa providing treatments, as well as facilities including a sauna, a hammam, sensory showers and a two-person treatment cabin. A Technogym-equipped fitness area and two outdoor pools, one of which is adults-only, complete the offering.

This opening is part of Hyatt’s expansion of its brands in Portugal, following recent openings in Lisbon and Madeira.


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Trenitalia France Opens Sales for Summer 2026


Trenitalia France ouvre les ventes pour la saison estivale - Depositphotos.com @teamtime

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Starting tomorrow March 4, 2026 at 8:00 a.m., Trenitalia France opens sales for the 2026 summer season on its three corridors: Paris–Lyon, Paris–Marseille and Paris–Milan.

Tickets will be available for the next six months, allowing travelers to anticipate their summer journeys to 11 destinations in France and Italy.

As with every opening, the earliest buyers benefit from the most attractive fares. Introductory prices start at €23 on Paris–Lyon, €27 on Paris–Marseille and €35 on Paris–Milan.

Tickets that can be exchanged, offering greater flexibility in case of unforeseen events, a strong selling point as the peak season approaches.

“The opening of sales is a key moment for travelers as well as for railway operators. It allows anticipating major summer travel and gives everyone the opportunity to book early to benefit from the best fares and choose their schedules,”, notes Marco Caposciutti, president of Trenitalia France.


Regarding the three lines

On the Paris–Lyon axis, the operator highlights a dense offering with 14 return journeys on weekdays. This frequency accommodates both business travel and last-minute getaways.

After a first summer deemed a success, with more than 200,000 travelers carried between June and August 2025, the Paris–Marseille line kicks off its second summer season. Four return trips daily are scheduled, with stops at Lyon Saint-Exupéry, Avignon TGV and Aix-en-Provence TGV.

The Paris–Milan international connection offers two return journeys daily. It directly links the French capital to the Lombard capital while crossing the Alps.

The operator notes, however, that infrastructure works scheduled on the transalpine line will cause several service interruptions during the summer. Travelers are invited to regularly check updated traffic information.

Tickets will be marketed via the Trenitalia France website and app, as well as at physical ticket offices and on in-station kiosks. The company accepts notably Chèques-Vacances Connect at the ticket counter and by phone, a measure aimed at supporting purchasing power.

Another promotional mechanism highlighted: the referral offer, which allows both the referrer and the referee to benefit from a 10% discount.


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Israel ETA-IL System Opens to Visa-Exempt Travelers


Le système ETA-IL est accessible aux touristes de 99 pays pour se rendre en Israël  © ShutterStock

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As announced last May, Israeli authorities opened access to the ETA-IL system for visitors from the 99 countries and territories that are visa-exempt from entering the State of Israel.



Since July 1, tourists from the affected countries can apply for an electronic travel authorization, which will become mandatory starting August 1, 2024.



And good news for the first applicants wishing to travel to Israel, VisasNews reports that the ETA-IL authorization is currently free, and this at least until July 31, 2024.

Beginning on August 1, unless this grace period is extended, ETA-IL will cost 25 NIS, or about €7.


The ETA-IL authorization for Israel is valid for 2 years

In a press release published yesterday, the Israeli Embassy in France reminds that the ETA-IL authorization must be requested no later than 72 hours before departure for Israel and remains valid for two years “or until the passport expires if that expires before the two years of the document’s validity”.

The Israeli consular authorities explain that applicants therefore do not need to reapply for ETA-IL for two years, “even if they travel to Israel multiple times within 24 months”.

“In case of a name, gender, country or residence change, applicants will need to submit a new ETA-IL application”, adds the Embassy.

To read: Israel: the country is once again “open to tourism”

Travelers going to Israel as tourists, for business, to visit family or friends, or even for short studies can apply for an ETA-IL entry authorization without a visa.

The ETA-IL allows its holder to stay in Israel for up to 90 days.


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99 countries eligible for ETA-IL to travel to Israel

Here is the list of the 99 countries and territories whose citizens must obtain ETA-IL authorization to travel to Israel without a visa:

  • South Africa, Albania, Germany, Andorra, Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Barbados, Belgium, Belize, Belarus, Botswana, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Cyprus, Colombia, South Korea, Costa Rica, Croatia, Denmark, Dominica, United Arab Emirates, Ecuador, Spain, Estonia, Eswatini, United States, Fiji, Finland, France, Georgia, Greece, Grenada, Guatemala, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong, Hungary, Solomon Islands, Ireland, Iceland, Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Kosovo, Lesotho, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macao, North Macedonia, Malawi, Malta, Mauritius, Mexico, Micronesia, Monaco, Mongolia, Montenegro, Nauru, Norway, New Zealand, Palau, Panama, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Netherlands, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Central African Republic, Dominican Republic, Czech Republic, Romania, United Kingdom, Russia, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, San Marino, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, El Salvador, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Switzerland, Suriname, Taiwan, Tonga, Trinidad and Tobago, Ukraine, Uruguay and Vanuatu.

Africa Travel Indaba 2026: The Must-Attend B2B Travel Event Opens in Durban, May 12–14


A growth dynamic driven by a pan-African ambition

L’Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre © Africa's Travel Indaba

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L’édition 2025 du salon Africa’s Travel Indaba a marqué un tournant historique avec une fréquentation record de 9 990 participants et 1 348 exposants venus de tout le continent. Les 24 500 rendez-vous d’affaires structurés lors de ces trois jours ont confirmé l’attractivité croissante de la destination. Avec 27 pays rassemblés, dont l’arrivée remarquée du Tchad, de Sainte-Hélène et du Burkina Faso, le salon illustre parfaitement sa volonté de faire rayonner toute la richesse touristique du continent africain, portée par le thème Unlimited Africa.

Pour 2026, cette montée en puissance se confirme avec une densité d’exposants allant de l’hôtellerie de luxe aux start-ups technologiques. Cette volonté d’ouverture traduit une ambition forte : celle de faire du tourisme un levier majeur de croissance et d’emploi. En rassemblant des acteurs venus de tous horizons, Indaba s’affirme comme la plateforme de référence pour connecter l’offre touristique africaine aux marchés internationaux.

Les professionnels y retrouveront les piliers incontournables du continent, tels que South African Tourism, la Zimbabwe Tourism Authority ou encore le Namibia Tourism Board, véritables moteurs de la promotion des destinations. Côté hôtellerie, les leaders du secteur comme Sun International, Tsogo Sun ou Wilderness Safaris seront également présents. Cette force de frappe internationale est complétée par une mosaïque de PME et d’opérateurs spécialisés, tels qu’Access Southern Africa pour la gestion de destination ou Amazing Africa pour le sur-mesure, indispensables à la diversification des catalogues des acheteurs mondiaux.


An economic engine serving SMEs and employment


Conférence sur le développement durable © Africa's Travel Indaba

L’impact de l’Africa’s Travel Indaba dépasse largement les murs du centre de congrès pour irriguer toute la région. Pour la ville de Durban et la province du KwaZulu-Natal, l’événement est un catalyseur économique majeur. En 2025, le salon a généré plus de 232 millions de rands de dépenses directes et a contribué à hauteur de 574 millions de rands au PIB local, démontrant ainsi le poids réel du secteur dans le développement des territoires.

Cette dynamique bénéficie tout particulièrement aux petites, moyennes et micro-entreprises sud-africaines. Grâce au « Sustainability Village » et aux espaces dédiés, près de 400 SMEs et micro-entreprises ont pu, lors de la précédente édition, exposer leur savoir-faire et nouer des contacts avec des acheteurs internationaux. Cette inclusion est essentielle pour soutenir la création de plus de 2 000 emplois, profitant directement aux jeunes et aux communautés locales qui constituent le socle de l’industrie.


A long-term vision for Africa’s tourism

L’Africa’s Travel Indaba s’inscrit dans une stratégie nationale ambitieuse : atteindre 2,2 millions d’emplois dans le secteur touristique d’ici 2030. En cherchant à augmenter la contribution du tourisme à 10 % du PIB national, l’événement se positionne comme le fer de lance de cette transformation économique. Il ne s’agit plus seulement de vendre des séjours, mais de bâtir une industrie résiliente et innovante capable de traverser les cycles économiques.

Les professionnels présents lors de cette nouvelle édition auront l’opportunité de participer à cette vision commune. Que ce soit par l’adoption de nouvelles technologies ou par la promotion de destinations aux cultures uniques, le salon permet de concrétiser des accords durables avec des partenaires de classe mondiale. C’est en cultivant cette passion partagée pour le continent que les acteurs du voyage transforment, ensemble, les objectifs de croissance en une réalité concrète et durable pour tout le secteur.

À la veille de l’ouverture, les opportunités de réseautage et la richesse de l’offre exposée promettent des échanges fertiles, essentiels pour répondre aux nouvelles attentes des voyageurs internationaux. L’Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026 s’annonce comme une étape décisive pour tous les acteurs désireux de s’ancrer durablement sur le marché africain et de prendre part au développement d’un secteur touristique plus innovant, plus inclusif et résolument tourné vers une croissance durable.


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Africa’s Travel Indaba 2026 : Le rendez-vous B2B incontournable ouvre ses portes à Durban du 12 au 14 mai