Hilton | Unveiled the Opening of a 221 - Key Curio Collection Hotel in Bengaluru, India

Hilton Worldwide Holdings, Inc., American multinational hospitality company based in Tysons, Virginia, has unveiled the opening of a 221 - key Curio Collection by Hilton hotel in Bengaluru, the capital and largest city of the southern Karnataka Indian state, located near the centre of the Deccan Plateau.

Bengaluru is known as the “Garden City” due to its parks and greenery and also for its rich cultural and historical heritage visible in sites like Bangalore Palace, modelled after England’s Windsor Castle, Tipu Sultan’s Summer Palace, an 18th - century teak structure, and Old Dungeon Fort & Gates.

The opening of Slohh by Roach Bengaluru, Curio Collection by Hilton marks the debut of the brand in India and South Asia and represents Hilton’s entry into the lifestyle segment in the country.

Developed in partnership with Roach Lifescapes, a Bengaluru – based real estate company, the hotel is located at Varthur Main Road Siddapura in Whitefield, Bengaluru’s premier tech and lifestyle hub, located in the eastern  part of the city. It features mega tech parks like IntBanaernational Tech Park BangInternational Tech alore (ITPB), luxury malls like Phoenix Markecity, and premium residential areas. It seamlessly blends modern corporate life with historical charm.

The property’s design draws inspiration from the Malnad region in Karnataka state, featuring natural materials, pitched roofs, and carved detailing.

The hotel features 221 comfortable guestrooms subdivided in seven categories of rooms and suites, many with balconies overlooking Varthur Lake and the city skyline. Suites including the Malnad Presidential Suite, provide separate living and dining spaces.

Dining options at the hotel include Nana’s, an all - day restaurant serving regional and seasonal cuisine inspired by Karnataka and Malnad traditions, as well as dishes from across India and international selections.

Amenities at the property include a temperature - controlled outdoor pool, a 24 - hour fitness centre, a hammam, a full - service spa, wellness and social spaces, an Executive Club Lounge for both residential and non - residential guests and curated cultural experiences.

Event facilities include The Banyan, a pillarless ballroom spanning 5.000 square feet with a capacity of up to 600 guests, a 3.000 - square - foot pre - function area, multiple meeting rooms, a boardroom, a beauty salon, and a dedicated bridal suite.

The hotel incorporates music into the guest experience with a curated soundtrack of jazz, rhythm and blues, and classic music in social spaces. Additional offerings include a Potter - in - Residence studio and initiatives such as Grandma’s Recipe, which brings personal stories into the culinary program.

The hotel joins the Curio Collection by Hilton brand characterized by individually remarkable hotels and resorts picked for the their unique character, design, and story.

Each location of the brand offers distinctive architecture,locally inspired design, world - class food and beverage options, and curated local experiences, a soft brand that allows hotels to retain their unique identities within Hilton’s portfolio.while still providing the benefits of Hilton Honors program.

Links

https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/blrvmqq-slohh-by-roach-bengaluru/?SEO_id=GMB-APAC-QQ-BLRVMQQ

https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142083.html

W Hotels | Announced the Opening of its First Property in Saudi Arabia, Located in Riyadh

W Hotels, a luxury lifestyle hospitality group famous for its bold, modern design and energetic party scenes, a brand features a signature “Whatever/Whenever” concierge service, on - site DJ performances, and unique room names, with hotels that are fully integrated with Marriott International, has announced the opening of its first property in Saudi Arabia, located in Riyadh,  the capital and main financial hub of the country, situated in a desert plateau in the centre of the country, known as the cultural capital of the Saudi Kingdom due to its numerous cultural centres, among them the King ‘ Abd ‘ Aziz Historical Centre,  the National Museum and the National Library.

W Riyadh - KAFD is located in the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), a 1.6 - square - kilometre smart city and major financial hub within  the Al - Aqeeq neighbourhood oF Riyadh includes 95 ultra - modern towers designed by world - renowned architects, the world; s largest continuous pedestrian skyway network, and the district - wide LEED Platinum sustainability certificate.

The property features 210 guestrooms, including 17 suites, two penthouse suites, and the W Penthouse. The penthouse suites have expanded layouts with floor - to - ceiling windows overlooking downtown Riyadh. The 390 - square - metre W Penthouse includes two bedrooms, separate living and dining areas, a kitchenette, an office, and a gym area with steam sauna facilities.

The interiors, designed by LW Design, reference Saudi culture through interpretations of Najdi textiles and art. Stone and veined marble are used throughout, reflecting the country’s desert and mountain landscapes. Geometric textures and textiles inspired by Al Sadu, a traditional weawing pattern, are also present.

The hotel’s lobby features a six - metre tapestry by Saudi artist Abdulnasser Gharem, sculptural elements, and floor - to- ceiling curtains. The W Lounge includes circular banquettes and sunken tables informed by Bedouin firepit arrangements.

Dining venues at the hotel include Sira, which offers a Latin American - inspired menu prepared in an open kitchen with dishes cooked over an open fire, and a central bar serving crafted cocktails.

WET Deck is the hotel’s outdoor setting, serving Mediterranean - inspired food with private cabanas and poolside setting.

Beni is a coffee house offering specialty coffee and artisanal ice cream, operating throughout the day for informal meetings and breaks.

Sahari, an outdoor lounge named after the Arabic word for staying up late, is scheduled to open later this year and will be designed for scheduled performances and social events.

The hotel also offers wellbeing facilities, including the AWAY Spa with a selection of treatments and FIT, a fitness studio equipped with training technology.

Event space at the property includes 15 flexible meeting rooms and a ballroom for business and social functions.

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https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/ruhwh-w-riyadh-kafd/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0

https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142153.html

Zanzibar, Tanzania | UNDP’s AI Platform to Boost Tourism Decision - Making in the Archipelago Developed

The UN Development Programme (UNDP), the United Nations’s lead agency for international development operates in about 170 countries to eradicate poverty, reduce inwqualities, and build resilience against crises has developed and launched an AI - powered, named Jozani AI  to boost tourism decision - making in Zanzibar, a Tanzanian archipelago off the coast of East Africa, located in the Indian Ocean, consisting of many small islands and two large ones, known for its rich, vibrant culture, tropical climate, picturesque white - sand beaches turquoise waters, and stunning coral reefs, making it a popular destination for water sports like diving and snorkelling.

Jozani AI aims to help the Tanzanian government and local businesses in Zanzibar to respond more effectively to tourism trends. This smart tourism tool created for the African archipelago tracks live traveller reviews to help local government leaders and Zanzibar’s businesses make fast, data - driven decisions. 

The platform eliminates the gap caused by slow, yearly paper surveys. Named after a national forest on the island Jozani AI aggregate online reviews and complaints, converting them into heat maps and real time trend data, replacing a reliance on annual surveys that left little room for timely intervention. The tool has now been operational for over a year.  

Jozani AI Core Features: 

•    Real - Time Tourism Insights: Jozani AI monitors over 100.000 online traveller reviews. It tracks visitor feelings, popular destinations, and favourite activities in almost real time. 
•    AI - Powered Predictions: It uses Artificial Intelligence and Natural Language Processing (a tool that helps computers understand human text) to forecast travel trends and visitor preferences. 
•    Advanced Data Analysis: The platform turns raw online feedback into clean charts. This helps businesses and policymakers quickly fix complaints and improve services. 
•    Geospatial Understanding: It uses mapping tools to create heat maps. This shows exact locations where tourists face issues or where visitor interest is growing across the archipelago, 

Jozani AI gives government offucials visibility into emerging issues such as health, security, and service quality as they arise, while also benchmarking areas and operators against one another to guide resource allocation. 

 Hotels, transport operators, and restaurants have access to the data, enabling businesses to identify service gaps based on direct tourist feedback. 

The initiative forms part of a broader UNDP effort to apply artificial intelliugence to real world - development challenges, even as the United Nations continues work on establishing a global governance framework for the technology. 

Link 
https://atta.travel/resource/undp-s-ai-platform-to-boost-tourism-decision-making-in-zanzibar.html

Fenyang, China | Identified a 1,400 Year - Old Buddha’s Head Sculpture that Fits a Previously Discovered Statue

The Fenyang City Museum located in Fenyang, a county - level city in Shanxi Province situated in the wide valley of the Fen River, a bustling industrial and agricultural centre rich in coal and minerals, boasting historic sites like the Wenfeng Pagoda and the ancient Xinghua Village define its cultural heritage, completed on 11 July, 2026 the identification of a Buddha head sculpture in stone,  approximately 1,400 years old that fits a previously discovered statue.

Donated by a local villager after discovering it near a farm, according to the experts the piece corresponds to the Northern Qi period, linked to the Northern Qi Dynasty ruled northeastern China from 550 to 577 CE with Gao Yang recognised as its founder, and could be the missing part of a headless statue that was already on display in the museum.

The formal donation ceremony is scheduled for July 18, when the find will be publicly acknowledged, according to the daily newspaper Global Times. 

After comparing the material, erosion patterns and fracture surfaces, the experts concluded that the head matches the headless statue that the museum already had in its collection, which was unearthed in the same village of Dongzhao and is currently on display in a special exhibition.

A local official said that torso on display at the museum also came from the village, which once housed seven or sight temples, and many of the Buddhist sculptures unearthed would have come from those sites.

The Buddga’s head has already been incorporated into the museum’s collection and is undergoing scanning, registration and documentation processes.

Shanxi province, the heart of the Northern Qi kingdom during the period of the Southern and Northern  Dynasties (420 – 589) was a relevant centre of Buddhist stone carving, with various pieces hosted in  the Fenyang Museum, established in 1984 and free to enter houses more than 9.000 cultural relics, including 416 pieces considered national treasures.

Link

https://tvbrics.com/es/news/hallan-en-china-una-cabeza-de-buda-de-1-400-a-os-que-encaja-con-una-estatua-previamente-descubierta/

Lisbon, Portugal | The City’s Port Reaches Record Highs in Passenger Numbers

The Port of Lisbon, Portugal’s capital and largest city recorded new record highs in the number of passengers and port calls registering the best June ever for cruise activity.The Cruise Terminal, with over 81.735 passengers and 37 cruise calls, confirm the port’s growing role as one of Europe’s leading cruise destinations. 

A statetement said that these numbers reflect a 53% more than in June 2025 and far exceeding the previous record of June 2024, which was 60.922 passengers.

The total number of port calls increased to 37, the  highest this month, and 32% higher than the same period of the previous year, while transit port calls also set a record of 21, exceeding the 19 achieved in 2023.

This more than relevant performance was driven by the “turnaround”, embarkation of passengers who begin or end their cruise in the Portguese capital, which is the segment that generates the greatest economic impact for Lisbon and the region.

In the first half of 2026, the Port of Lisbon recorded 302.496 passengers and 165 port calls, representing a 5% year - on - year increase in both indicators. Turnaround passengers grew by 7%, while transit passengers increased by 4%.

For the Port of Lisbon authorities these indicators demonstrate that the city continues to strengthen its role as a port of origin and destination for cruise travel, a type of operation particularly valued by shipping companies and the local economy.

The Port of Lisbon is a major European maritime hub located on the Tagus River. It handles over 19 million passengers annually. It features four main cruise docks to accommodate everything from small luxury ships to mega - lines, and a strategic location near the city centre, and spectacular river - approach sightseeing.

Lisbon Cruise Terminal, Jardim do Tabaco & Santa Apolónia is situated right next the historic Santa Apolónia train and metro station. It is just a short walk to the ancient Alfama district and the grand riverfront plaza, Praça do Comércio.

Opened in 2017, the terminal is the main, state - of - the art facility serving about 70% of all cruise traffic. It features a panoramic rooftop terrace, free Wi -Fi, cafes, and duty – free shopping.

The docks feature staffed tourist desks, luggage storage, and way access to hop - on - hop - off buses, and the iconic tram 15E.

Link

https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2026-07-14/port-of-lisbon-reaches-record-high-in-passenger-numbers/1054932

Accra, Ghana | Upgraded Airport Security with Passenger - Friendly Scanning Technology

Ghana’s Minister of Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, has inspected newly installed security screening equipment at Accra’s International Airport (Terminals 2 and 3) the air hub of the Ghanaian capital, located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Guinea, a vibrant coastal metropolis blending modern skyscrapers with Colonial, Dutch, and British history, highlighted by bustling markets,   popular beaches like Labadi and Bojo, rich culture  such as the National Museum, and a lively nightlife.

The inspection conducted on 14 July, 2026 alongside Ghana Airports Company Limited Managing Director Mrs Yvonne Nana Afriyie Opare, follows the installations of advanced scanning machines designed to improve both security and the passenger experience.

The new technology eliminates the need for travellers to remove laptops and other large electronics from bags, passengers can also keep their shoes and belts on during screening, and permits liquids of up to 100ml, aerosols and gels (LAGs) to remain in hand - luggage, reducing delays and streamlining the security process.

The new advanced scanners replace older X - ray machines to provide 3D, high resolution views of luggage, faster lines reducing hassle and speeds up the screening checkpoint process and electronic borders featuring e - gates at the airport for swift arrival processing complement existing systems, including Advanced Passenger Information and Passenger Name Record platforms that support passenger profiling and national security.

The Minister of Transport said that the upgrades form part of the government broader commitment to modernising aviation infrastructure and positioning Ghana as the preferred regional gateway within the ECOWAS sub - region.

Ghana’s strategic location at the centre of West Africa makes continuous investment in airport infrastructure a priority, with the Minister urging airport authorities and security personnel to ensure the effective use and maintenance of the equipment to deliver world - class services to travellers.

Link

https://atta.travel/resource/ghana-upgrades-accra-airport-security-with-passenger-friendly-scanning-technology.html

Hilton | To Launch a 429 - Room Only All - Inclusive Curio by Hilton Resort in Cancún, Mexico

Hilton Worldwide Holdings, Inc, American multinational hospitality company based in Tysons, Virginia in partnership with Fuerte Group Hotels, the hotel division of Fuerte Group, an Andalusian business group founded in 1957 and headquartered in Marbella, Spain, has announced the launch a 429 - room Only - All Inclusive Curio by Hilton resort in Cancún, a premier Caribbean resort city located on the northeast coast of Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula,  renowned for its 22 kilometres of white - sand beaches and vibrant nightlife.

Hilton and Fuerte Group Hotels will convert the Amàre Cancun Adults Only All - Inclusive into a Resort Curio by Hilton resort with an opening date set for October 31, 2026.

The resort, owned and managed by Fuerte Group Hotels is located at Boulevard Kukulcan km 4.5, Htoel Zone within a protected bay, approximately 24 kilometres from Cancún International Airport.

Amàre Cancun Adults Only All-Inclusive Resort, Curio by Hilton  will feature 429 rooms and suites across two adjacent towers, a 20 - story main tower and a six - story secondary tower, each with its own rooftop pool. All guest rooms will offer ocean views.

Dining and beverage options will include nine restaurants, nine bars, and a coffee shop. The culinary program will feature concepts developed with Michelin - starred chefs, blending Mediterranean techniques with Mexican ingredients and Latin American flavours.

Amenities at the resort will include three outdoor pools, a spa with nine treatment rooms, a hair and nail salon with a bridal suite, and a fitness centre.

The resort will also offer nearly 926 square metres of meeting space, including a 7.600 - square - foot ballroom to host social gatherings, events and celebrations.

Guest experiences will include Mediterranean - inspired wellness programming, sunrise and golden - hour rituals, entertainment with resident DJs and live performers, as well as immersive art programming with rotating exhibitions by contemporary Mexican and Latin American artists.

The resort will join the Curio Collection by Hilton brand characterized by individually remarkable hotels and resorts picked for the their unique character, design, and story.

Each location of the brand offers distinctive architecture,locally inspired design, world - class food and beverage options, and curated local experiences, a soft brand that allows hotels to retain their unique identities within Hilton’s portfolio.while still providing the benefits of Hilton Honors program.

The property will complete brand integration initiatives prior to joining Curio Collection by Hilton, including enhancements to select public areas and food and beverage offerings.

Reservations through Hilton channels are expected to open this summer, with further details to be announced closer to launch and the resort will participate in Hilton Honors.

Links

https://stories.hilton.com/releases/hilton-and-fuerte-group-hotels-to-debut-amare-cancun-adults-only-all-inclusive-resort

https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142063.html

Hyatt Hotels Corporation | Unveiled the Opening of a Destination by Hyatt Resort & Spa in Beldersay, Uzbekistan

Hyatt Hotels Corporation, American multinational hospitality company based in Chicago, Illinois, has unveiled the opening of a Destination by Hyatt Resort & Spa in Beldersay a premier ski and mountain resort located in the Tian Shan mountains of Uzbekistan, just 80 km from Tashkent, known for having the longest ski run in the country (over 3 km),  a top destination for skiers, snowboarders and hikers seeking a thrilling and rugged alpine escape.

Beldersoy Resort and SPA, a Destination by Hyatt hotel is the first Destination by Hyatt branded hotel in the country and the first premium mountain resort in Uzbekistan.

The resort is located in the heart of the Beldersoy Mountains within the Chingan - Bostanlik region, near the Charvak Lake and the mountain village of Chingan, offers direct access to ski slopes, gondolas, and year - round hiking and biking trails.

The resort’s design and engineering choices aim to minimize energy consumption, treat water responsability, and manage natural resources for the long term.

The interior design incorporates elements inspired by the Chingan mountains and Uzbek cultural heritage, with a colour palette based on natural mountain tones such as stone, sand, clay, and green, and an emphasis on raw and natural materials.

The property features 109 rooms and 39 private villas, each with panoramic views. In = room amenites include a 55 – inch Television, Walk – in shower and work zone.

Dining options at Beldesroy Resort and SPA include two restaurants and a Lobby Lounge. Nafis, the all - day dining restaurant, serves seasonal specialties. Fire & Ice is a dinner restaurant focused on premium meats and vodka pairings.

The resort introduces a Thalasso - inspired wellness concept, offering spa treatments that use mineral - based therapies. Facilities include indoor and outdoor pools, a seawater indoor pool with mineral salts, a magnesium - rich floating pool, and an outdoor infinity pool.

Additional amenities include a spa, functional zones, showers, and mountain - inspired fitness activities.

The property also offers event space for various gatherings, including two meeting rooms and a ballroom named after the Tian Shan mountain range, equipped to host celebrations, weddings, conferences, corporate meetings, and team – building retreats.

The resort & spa joins Destination by Hyatt, a collection of independent luxury and upscale hotels and resorts. Each property highlights the unique culture, history, and natural beauty of its location. These establishments offer a boutique, residential feel while still allowing guests to earn and redeem World of Hyatt points.

Links

https://www.hyatt.com/destination-by-hyatt/en-US/tasdh-beldersoy-resort-and-spa?src=corp_lclb_google_seo_tasdh&utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=lmr

https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142133.html

Domes Resorts & Hotels | Announced the Opening of a Hotel and Concierge Club in Santorini, Greece

Domes Resorts & Hotels, a hospitality group based in Thessaloniki, Greece a luxury lifestyle brand in the Mediterranean offering five - star, design - led stays in hand picked beach and coastal destinations across Greece, Portugal, and Spain has announced the opening of a hotel and a concierge club in Santorini, a crescent - shaped Greek island in the Aegean Sea,  famous for its dramatic volcanic cliffs, white - washed buildings, and blue - domed churches, featuring a large central lagoon (caldera) by an ancient volcanic eruption, and sunset viewpoints and also highlighted by unique red and black beaches.

The Helestia Pocoket Hotel & Concierge Club is located in Firostefani, a quiet, highly - rated village perched on the cliffs of Santorini, built into the volcanic crater edge, offering unobstructed, panoramic views of the Aegean Sea, near Fira and overloking the Santorini Caldera.

The adults - only property features ten cave - style rooms and villas and is part of the Domes Finds Collection, a atelier curated portfolio of boutique resorts and pocket hotels tailored for travellers who value local discovery. Each property features a unique creative concept, such as a fashion atelier or historic villa, that shapes in design, cuisine, and cultural programming.

The Helestia Concierge Club, situated within the hotel, is an exclusive area for guests staying ar Domes’s Santorini properties. The Club offers Caldera views and is reserved for guests of Helestia Pocket Hotel, Domes Novos Santorini, and Neema Maison Finkia Santorini. Services at the club include breakfast, brunch, cocktails, local wines, and light bites throughout the day. 

Guests at Domes’s sister hotels on the island have access to complimentary shuttle transfers in the Concierge Club. The property offers access to cultural sites on the island and an overlooking view of the iconic Caldera.

Link

https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142123.html

Egypt | Actively Expanding its Universities Globally to Strengthen its International Academic Presence

Egypt is actively expanding its universities globally to strengthen its international academic presence, acting as a key strategy to boost soft power and create a knowledge - based economy under its 2030 vision.

Major initiatives include opening international branches of public universities in Malaysia, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and in the UAE, along with increasing dual - degree programs.

According to Sada - El Balad,  a news website and satellite television channel headquartered in Giza, the North African country is stepping its efforts to prioritize the global presence of its higher education sector, placing the internationalization of universities and the establishments of overseas venues at the centre of its national strategy.

The move comes against a backdrop of growing global demand for affordable, high - quality education, an area in which Egypt is seeking to position itself competitively.

 Officials increasingly see education not only as a public service, but also as a strategic tool of soft power and international influence.

The strategy includes expanding  joint academic programs with top - tier international universities, introducing franchise courses through academic partnerships, and modernizing curricula to meet global standards.

According to experts, these measures seeks to facilitate international expansion by guaranteeing competitiveness and quality.

The deployment will be carried out in phases. The first phase will focus on strengthening Egypt’s presence in existing partner regions, particularly in Africa and the Arab world.

Universities are also excpected to increase the number of programs offered in English and French languages to attract a greater number of international students.

In the second phase, the focus will be on emerging markets, such as Central Asia and Southeast Asia, where demand for higher education is growing rapidly. This stage is expected to open up new opportunities for academic - cooperation and institutional partnerships.

The third phase contemplates a more selective entry into specific markets, focusing on specialized areas, such as health education. It is hoped that the existing international experiences of Egyptian universities will serve as a model for future expansions.

Officials believe that this model will support sustainable growth, improve operational efficiency, and ensure the long - term viability of the international expansion of higher education in Egypt.

Minister of Higher Education and Scientific - Research Abdelaziz Konsowa stated that the initiative aims to strengthen Egypt’s position in higher education, both regionally and internationally, while supporting the transition to a knowledge - based economy.

According toi the Minister, leading Egyptian universities will be encouraged to open overseas campuses as part of a broader plan to export educational services and consolidate a sustainable academic presence in key international markets.

Link

https://tvbrics.com/es/news/egipto-prioriza-la-expansi-n-internacional-de-sus-universidades-para-fortalecer-su-presencia-educati/

Panama | Number of Tourists Grows in the Country Thanks to Copa Airlines’s Stopover Program

Number of tourists grows in Panama thanks to Copa Airlines’s Panama Stopover Program during the first half of 2026, an initiative which allows passengers to make a stopover in the country at no additional in the airfare. 

With the implementation of the program the country registered a growth of 38% compared to the same period in 2025, according to an official statement. More than 132.000 visitors stayed in Panama in the first six months of this year as the Panamanian airline reported on 10 July, 2026.

Copa Airlines said that visitors took advantage of their stay to tour the Panama Canal, shop, enjoy local cuisine and visit beaches, natural areas, as well as sites of cultural interest.

The program has a network of more than 80 allied businesses including hotels, restaurants and tour operators, and aspires to exceed the goal of 250.000 visitors by the end of 2026.

Among the novelties implemented this year in the extension from seven to 15 days of the period of permanence allowed at no additional cost, as well as the opening of the “Sal a Panama” space at the Tocumen International Airport, which since the end of May received more than 80.000 visitors.

According to the data released Argentina, the United States and Ecuador tapped the list of countries of origin of travellers who used the benefit of the program during thre first half of 2026..

The Executive President of the flag carrier, Pedro Heilbron, stressed that the program takes advantage of the connectivity of the Hub of the Americas to turn Panama into a tourist destination and not just a transit point. 

The Administrator of the Panama Tourism Authority, Gloria De León, said that the growth of the program confirms its contribution to the sector, by generating greater income for hotels, restaurants, tour operators and businesses.

Link

https://www.prensa-latina.cu/2026/07/10/crece-cifra-de-turistas-en-panama-gracias-a-programa-de-copa-airlines/

South Africa | Tops the African Continent’s Aviation Rankings with 575 Airports

South Africa tops the African continent’s avation rankings with 575 airports, making the only country in Africa to feature in the global top 15, according to World Population Review’s 2026 rankings.

The rankings count all airports and airfields recognisable from the air, including paved and unpaved, active and abandoned facilities.

South Africa’s network ranges from large gateways to small rural dirt strips. It handles massive tourism and mining traffic across remote areas where driving is difficult.

Airports like O.R. Tambo and Cape Town International consistently voted the best airport in Africa for its cleanliness, fast lines, and helpful staff lead the way. They boast long runways for large jets, premium airline lounges, extensive duty – free shopping, and fast train links.

Small airports like Shukuza Airport are carved directly into national parks. They feature open - air, thatched - roof terminals that lock like luxury safari lodges. Smaller facilities such as Lanseria International Airport outside Johannesburg bypass the busy crowds. They offer quick, quiet, and easy travel with mostly domestic flights.

In the established ranking Kenya follows in second place with 370 airports, ranking 19th globally, Democratic Republic of Congo places third with 272, Namibia ranks fourth with 255 airports, placing 26th globally ahead of Tanzania (206), Zimbabwe (144), Botswana (122), Zambia (119) , Angola (116), and Mozambique (92).

The ranking highlights that Africa’s airport infrastructure is driven less by populations size and more by geographic necessirty.

Countries such as Botswana, Namibia, and Zambia feature prominently due to their large territories, remote communities, wildlife tourism industries, and mining operations that depend on air access where road infrastructure is limited or absent.

Tanzania’s network supports one of Africa’s busiest wildlife sectors, with bush airstrips serving the Serengeti and Selous, while Botswana’s 122 airports are closely tied to its high - end safari economy in the Okavango Delta and Kalahari.

Mozambique 92 airports reflect the logisticals demands of a coastline stretching over 2.500 kilometres alongside underdeveloped interior road networks.

Link

https://atta.travel/resource/south-africa-leads-africa-s-aviation-network-with-575-airports-new-rankings-show.html

Australia | Digitising Arrival Cards at its Airports

Australia is replacing traditional paper incoming passenger cards with the Australia Travel Declaration (ATD). The Australian government announced on 13 July this initiative with the introduction of of a modernised process system for all international passengers within 13 months.

The move, supported by an investment of AS56.1 million, equivalent to about US$39 million, seeks to modernise border processes and speed up transit at airports eliminating paperwork and speed up border processing.

Passengers complete the form online up to 72 hours before their flight and scan a digital QR code upon arrival that remains accessible and scannable by border officers even if your phone is offline or has no internet. Presenting your QR code to Australian Border Force officer signuficantly reduces wait times and eliminates the need to carry a pen on the plane.

 The digital system is undergoing a phased nationwide rollout across all Australian international airports and seaports.

Following a successful pilot with over 450.000 Qantas passengers, the digital card is expanding to major gateways and will be phased in for all airlines over the coming months.

Paper forms remain available for passengers without smart devices, those encountering technical errors, or those who travel unexpectedly. The digital declaration does not replace your visa or Electronic Authority (ETA)

According to Home Affaairs Minister Tony Burke, the measures will allow travellers to register their customs data and declaration up to three days before their trip, which aims to reduce waiting times and procedures when landing.

The Minister of Trade and Tourism, Dan Farrell said that the digitization of border processes will be key to managing the expected increase in visitors ahead of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

With this measure, Australia intends to project itself as a more accessible and modern destination, strengthen its border management capacity and offering a more fluid experience to international tourists.

Link

https://www.prensa-latina.cu/2026/07/13/australia-digitaliza-las-tarjetas-de-llegada-en-aeropuertos/

Caesars Entertainment | Officially Opened a Hotel & Casino on the Southern Shore of Lake Tahoe, Nevada, U.S.

Caesar Entertainment, a premier gaming and hospitality company headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada operating dozens of casino – resort properties across the United States has officially opened  a hotel & casino on the southern shore of Lake Tahoe, a large freshwater lake in the Sierra Nevada Mountains, straddling the border of California and Nevada U.S. states, known for its beaches and ski resorts.

Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe Hotel & Casino opened its doors following a comprehensive renovation of the former Harveys ‘Lake Tahoe on the South Shore.

The grand opening event included a champagne reception, a ceremonial ribbon - cutting with Lisa Vanderpump, and live rock performances by Tahoe Tommy and Pier Pressure, as well as artistic presentations at the newly designed lobby and Tessie’s Cocktails & Chards lounge.

The property is located at 18 Highway 50 at Stateline Avenue on the southern shore of Lake Tahoe, directly in the heart of the area’s action, placing guests just a short walk from the Heavenly Mountain Gondola and The Shops at Heavenly Village.

The hotel & casino now features a reimagined lobby, a modernised casino floor with over 1.200 slot machines, 100 gaming tables, a high - limit and poker area, and a renovated Caesars Sportsbook. Renovated accommodations and new amenities include the High Dive Pool and Lounge, an indoor - outdoor rooftop pool club featuring private cabanas, day beds, and hot tubs with mountain views.

The property offers over 740 modern rooms across dual towers, including Summit Suite Penthouses and butler – serviced rooms.

Dining and nightlife venues at Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe include WOLF by Vanderpump, a highly curated, experiential restaurant and bar, Gordon Ramsay’s HELL’S KITCHEN, offering elevated, HK dining for lunch and dinner and Sage Room Steakhouse, a staple fine - dining steakhouse for dinner service. 

Additional venues include Tessie’s Cocktails & Chards, a brand new live music and entertainment venue, developed in partnership with Clique Hospitality, a leading restaurant and nightlife group based in Las Vegas creating unforgettable dining and social experiences across Las Vegas, San Diego, Newport and Chicago. Additional bars at the property are Cleo’s Centro and Celeste.

The recent multimillion - dollar transformation also includes a modernized third - floor fitness centre, whirlpool, sauna, a steam room, and the development of 25.000 sq ft of meeting space with underground tunnel access to Harrah’s.

The transformation was described as multi - phased, honouring the legacy of the former Harveys Lake Tahoe while introducing new design elements and amenities. Caesars Republic Lake Tahoe and Harrah’s Lake Tahoe together offers nearly 1.250 guest rooms.

Links

https://www.caesars.com/caesars-republic-lake-tahoe

https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article141996.html

Minor Hotels | Announced the Opening of its First Tented Safari Camp under the Anantara Brand in Kafue National Park, Zambia

Minor Hotels, an international operator, investor and owner in the hospitality industry founded in 1978 and based in Bangkok, Thailand, has announced the opening of its first tented safari camp under the Anantara brand in Kafue National Park, Zambia’s oldest and largest reserve, spanning 22.400 square kilometres located in the western part of the country, known for its abundant wildlife and the Kafue River,  running north to suth through the park.

The Park features vast miombo woodlands, the renowned seasonal floodplains of the Busanga Plains, and the scenic Lake Itezhi – Tezhi. 

The opening of the Amantara Tented Camp Kafue River coincides with the ongoing wildlife restoration initiative in the park, which is home of over 150 mammals including elephants, hippos, a high diversity of antelope and apex predators as well as more than 500 birds species.

Designed by Meg Ralph Spaces, a renowned interior design studio behind luxury boutique hotels and premier safari lodges, headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa and recognized by the LIV Hospitaslity Design Awards, the camp operates entirely on solar power, uses on - site water purification and bottling, and has eliminated single - use plastics.

Prefrabricated structures preserve existing trees, and soft red lighting is used at night to minimise disturbance to nocturnal wildlife.

The 13 - key camp is positioned on timber platforms at least 3.5 metres above ground level, providing views of the Kafue River and maintaining wildlife movement along nearly seven metres of river frontage.

Accommodations includes three Horizon Terrace Suites, each suspended 14.3 metres above the ground and accessed by a glass elevator, with upper - level star beds and decks. Nine Pool and Bush Villas offer private plunge pools and indoor spa rooms.

The 400 - square - metre Presidential Villa features elevated river views, exclusive boat access, and a private spa zone. All villas are supported by dedicated hosts for dining, activities, and wellness arrangements.

Dining options at the camp include a floating pontoon on the river for breakfast, afternoon tea and sunset dinners. Luzuba Harvestry and Twalumba Bar & Lounge serve modern Zambian cuisine, afternoon tea, cocktails, and fireside gatherings, while Spice Spoons offers Zambian cooking classes.

Wellness services at the property feature in - room Anantara Spa treatments and steam sessions in suites and villas. A floating Technogym fitness platform anchored in the river is available for private training, yoga and relaxation.

Activities in the camp include game drives, river safaris, guided walks, birdwatching, stargazing, bush picnics, and catch - and - release fishing.

The property joins Anantara brand that boasts more than 50 properties globally. The brand is known for its emphasis on authentic luxury through its three pillars : Indigenous, Expertise, and Authentic Luxury, characterized by a new, modern visual identity with an updated logo and tagline “Unforgettable Journeys” which reflects its global presence.

Links

https://www.anantara.com/en/tented-camp-kafue-river?utm_source=GoogleMyBusiness&utm_medium=GMB&utm_term=KafueRiver&utm_content=Home&utm_campaign=Google_GMB

https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142112.html

Hilton | Officially Opened a 167 - Room Curio by Collection Hotel in Chiang Rai, Thailand

Hilton Worldwide Holdings, Inc. , American multinational hospitality company based in Tysons, Virginia has officially opened a 167 - room Curio by Hilton hotel in Chiang Rai, Thailand’s northernmost city, serving as a vibrant gateway to the mountainous Golden Triangle where Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet.

Founded in 1262, Chiang Rai is celebrated for its distinctive Lanna culture, misty highlands, and contemporary art installations, highlighted by the surreal, all - white Wat Rong Khun (White Temple) and the magnificent, oceanic – blue Wat Rong Suea Ten (Blue Temple) and the striking  90 - metre - tall white statue of the Goddess of Mercy, often referred to as the “Big Buddha”.

The opening of Kahavadi Chiang Rai , Curio Collection by Hilton marks Hilton’s first property in Northern Thailand and the Curio Collection by Hilton brand debut in Chiang Rai.

The hotel is a heritage - inspired riverside retreat on the Mae Kok River, located at 6 Moo 4, Maekok Road Tambon Rim Kok, about a 10 - minute driver from Chiang Rai city centre near major sights like the Blue Temple (2.60 kilometres away) , 21 km from the White Temple and 15 minutes by car from the airport and offering an easy access to regional landmarks such as the Golden Triangle,  Doi Mae Salong and Doi Tung. 

The hotel’s design is inspired by Lanna merchants heritage and features works by artists from Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai.

The property features 167 comfortable, spacious rooms and suites, with seven room types, including 144 Deluxe rooms and suites in four configurations: 110 Deluxe rooms, 24 Deluxe with Garden Terrace rooms, 8 Deluxe Pool Access rooms, and 2 Deluxe Accessible rooms.

Additional accommodations include 22 One Bedroom Suites and a 225 - square - metre Two Bedroom Kahvadi Family Suite. 26 rooms are available as connecting options. All rooms overlook gardens, pools, or offer views of the Mae Kok River.

Dining options include three  venues such as Larderley, serving Thai, Asian and international dishes in an all – day dining format; Tasabiang, offering Northern Thai cuisine along the river; and The Lodge, the hotel’s lounge and bar serving cocktails and small plates.

Facilities at the property include three bars, a large outdoor pool, a 24 - hour fitness centre, and an eForea spa with treatments rooted in Northern Thai healing traditions such as Tok Sen.

For meeting and events the property provides 1.980 square metres of event space across six venues, including a 1.762 - square - metre riverside lawn and ballroom, as well as flexible rooms for smaller gatherings.

The hotel will offer a curated discovery program, including guided bicycle tours to nearby temples, traditional almsgiving experiences and Lanna cooking classes that begin with a tour of the hotel garden and a visit to a local market.

The property joins the Curio Collection by Hilton brand characterized by individually remarkable hotels and resorts picked for the their unique character, design, and story.

Each location of the brand offers distinctive architecture,locally inspired design, world - class food and beverage options, and curated local experiences, a soft brand that allows hotels to retain their unique identities within Hilton’s portfolio.while still providing the benefits of Hilton Honors program.

Nightly room rates start at THB 4.400 for room only, with flexible booking options and free changes or cancellations up to 24 hours before arrival.

Links

https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/ceiqqqq-kahavadi-chiang-rai/

https://www.hotelnewsresource.com/article142028.html

Lepel, Belarus | Archaeologists Uncovered Several Ancient Amber Pendants and Two Neolithic Stone Maces

Archaeologists from the Institute of History at the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus uncovered ancient amber pendants and two neolithic stone maces at the Bereshcha 1 site, located in the Lepel District of the Vitebsk Oblast in Belarus in an area situated within Bereshcha archaeological micro - region specifically near the Dubovets tract, renowned for yielding important artifacts that shed light on human habitation in Eastern Europe.

The artifacts could date to the 4tth - 3rd millennium BC, are linked to the Usvyaty archaeological culture of Middle Neolithic tribes, in the East European Plain, centred around the modern Pskov region of Russia and the Belarusian Lake District, a plateau of lakes in the north of the country.

Usvyaty people famously constructed elaborate, timber platforms supported by wooden piles along the Edges of lakes and rivers. Their craftmanship was highly advanced, featuring finely preserved organic artifacts like wooden paddles, elaborate amber pendants, bone tools and stone maces.

The excavation, a joint effort between the Institute of History and a local school archaeology camp, yielded  two massive intact stone maces, one complete, oval in shape, and the other fragmented, circular in shape and several preserved amber pendants.

In addition to these significant finds, the team recovered fragmented ceramic pottery, flint tools, an important osteological collection (skeletal remains) and animal bones that shed light on how ancient hunter 0 fisher - gatherer societies lived in the Belarusian Poozerye region.

Link

https://tvbrics.com/es/news/arque-logos-en-bielorrusia-encuentran-colgantes-de-mbar-y-mazas-de-piedra-del-neol-tico/

Niterói, Brazil | Inaugurated a Solar Park Helping to Save $1.25 Million a Year

The prefecture of Niterói, a centre in the metropolitan region of Rio de Janeiro, often called “Cidade Sorriso” (Smile City), a prime location across the Guanabara Bay from Rio, offering a quieter atmosphere and a stellar quality of life, celebrated for its stunning Atlantic - facing beaches like Itacoatiara, panoramic lookouts, and striking architecture by Oscar Niemeyer,  inaugurated a solar park at the top of Morro do Boa Vista, a prominent hilltop location, best known for its panoramic views of the Guanabara Bay, the historic São Lourenço district, and iconic Rio de Janeiro landmarks.

According to Agência Brasil, a nationwide public news agency headquartered in Brasilia and run by the Brazilian government, the solar park occupies an area of 36.000 square metres with more than 2.000 photovoltaic modules.

The pilot project, which required an investment of approximately $1.75 million, will generate about 150.000 kWh per month, enough to supply 19 municipal nurseries, and will allow an annual saving savings of $1.25 million on the electricity bill, which means that the investment will be recouped in just two years.

In addition to the energy benefit, the initiative included infrastructure interventions in the Boa Vista community, which is home to almost 1.800 inhabitants. The development also included vegetation restoration, drainage systems and a rainwater harvesting system with a capacity of 30.000 liters, which will serve to clean solar panels, support firefighting and prevent erosion on hillsides.

Depending on the pilot’s evaluation, the module could be extended to other communities across the city. 

The initiative comes at a time of strong expansion of solar energy in Brazil, which grew by 24.7% between 2024 and 2025 and already represents 11% of the national electricity matrix, consolidating itself as the third most important source in the country.

Community solar parks in Brazil are helping drive significant cost savings, with major infrastructure investments and cooperatives such as those funded by developers like Enegea cutting energy costs and reducing carbon footprints for thousands of local residents and businesses.

Link

https://tvbrics.com/es/news/parque-solar-en-comunidad-brasile-a-genera-energ-a-ahorra-1-25-millones-de-d-lares-al-a-o/

Puerto Esperanza, Cuba | Punto Náutico, a New Tourist Product Combining Adventure, Sun and Beach in the Caribbean

The Punto Náutico (nautical point) is today a new tourist product combining adventure, and the attractions of sun and beach with its natural values in Puerto Esperanza, a quiet, off - the beaten - path seaside town within the Los Colorados archipelago in the province of Pinar del Río in western Cuba, located about 25 km north of the famous Viñales Valley, a destination known for its slow pace, authentic culture, mango plantations, and long boardwalk out into the Caribbean.

The Puerto Esperanza nautical point is currently a new commitment of Cuban tourism, the investment in the region with the category of protected area of managed resources aims to articulate with the main tourist destination of Vueltabajo, which has received hundreds of thousands of visitors at the times of greater boom as reflected by the newspaper Granma.

The Punto Náutico located in the community of Puerto Esperanza will have a bathing area and rental jet skis, single and double kayaks, the so - called bananas, a starting point for boat excursions as well as a bar and gastronomy services.

Located within the Los Colorados archipelago, a 100 - kilometres of cays and coral reefs off Cuba’s northwestern coast, stretching between Honda Bay and Cape San Antonio and featuring popular eco - tourism and diving destinations like Cayo Levisa and Cayo Jutía, in addition to beautiful beaches, black coral and biodiverse marine life, the area is home of more than 170 species of birds,  35 of corals and congregation and spawning sites of numerous species of fishes.

Through the marine currents, the site contributes larvae to the Sabana - Camagüey archipelago and also to the Bahamian bank and Florida.

In 2022, Cuba established in this area a 728 - square kilometres Marine Protected Area in the eastern portion of the region to safeguard critical habitats for hawksbill sea turtles, manatees, and migratory birds.

Director of the Pinar del Río branch of the Marlin Marinas and Nautical Company, Alexander Mrtinez, explained to the newspaper that the initiative arose within the framework of the International Tourism Fair FITCCuba 2025, and his entity is involved in it in alliance with a foreign company.

The executive said that its main attraction will be the boat excursions to four nearby keys, in which visitors will be able to interact with a practically virgin ecosystem of great beauty. The Punto Náutico is a product designed with the participation of the Ministry of Science, Technology and Environment, and the Hermanos Saiz Montes de Oca University, in order to make responsible use of natural resources. The objective is to take advantage of the potential of this area for tourism, but taking into account respect and protection of the environment.

Currently in an advanced phase of construction, is expected that this new tourism product will start its services in the coming weeks.

Link

https://www.prensa-latina.cu/2026/07/13/punto-nautico-puerto-esperanza-nuevo-producto-turistico-de-cuba/

Debre Markos, Ethiopia | Officially Inaugurated the City’s Airport after Almost Three Decades of Inactivity

Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed officially inaugurated the renovated airport of Debre Markos, a city, separate woreda, and administrative seat of the East Gojjam Zone in Amhara region, Ethiopia, located roughly 300 km northwest of Addis Ababa, home to the highly regarded Debre Markos University, it serves as a relevant regional agricultural hub  and a gateway to the spectacular Choke Mountains, which boast diverse ecosystems ranging from tropical to alpine.

The rehabilitation project returned this infrastructure to operation after almost three decades of inactivity, according to information from Fana Media Corporation (FMC), a leading Ethiopian media organization formed through the merger of the former Fana Broadcasting Corporate S.C. and Walta Media. 

King Tekle Hasymanot Airport, which remained out of service for approximately 30 years, has been modernized and rebuilt to meet current aviation standards, thus responding to a long-standing aspiration of local communities.

The upgraded facility aims to significantly boost regional trade, investment, and tourism. A new runway 2.400 metres long and 30 metres wide was developed, capable of accommodating aircraft like the Boeing 737 and Bombarder Q400, as well as the operation of other large aircraft, both passenger and cargo.

Commercial flights are being restored with services offered by Ethiopian Airlines. The revival serves as a major driver for the local economy, cutting down what was previously a tedious seven - hour journey from the capital Addis Ababa.

Regional leadership anticipates that improved logistics and transport integration will unlock the area’s agricultural, mineral, and tourist potential.

According to the Prime Minister, the reopening of the airport will significantly boost trade, investment and tourism in the region, marking the beginning of a new stage of economic growth for Debre Markos and the country as a whole.

The official also stressed that the ability to transform challenges into opportunities remains the central axis of government efforts to expand infrastructure and generate tangible benefits for communities.

Link

https://tvbrics.com/es/news/primer-ministro-et-ope-inaugura-aeropuerto-en-ciudad-de-debre-markos-tras-30-a-os-de-clausura/

Grupo Puntacana | To Open an Ultra - Luxury Hotel in Punta Cana, the Dominican Republic

Grupo Puntacana, a pioneering Dominican conglomerate, known to offer luxury hospitality and sustainable tourism, famous for owning the world’s first privately owned international airport and operating exclusive oceanfront golf and residential communities in the Dominican Republic, will open an ultra – luxury hotel at Puntacana Resort & Club in December.

The site is an exclusive 15.000 - acre beachfront estate, located just a 4 - minute drive from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) featuring 4.8 km of white - sand beaches, two PGA - level championship golf courses (Corales and La Cana) , the Caribbean’s only Six Senses Spa, and the Ojos Indigenas Ecological Reserve.

Playa Serena Punta Cana Resort hotel is the exclusive establishment designed to seamlessly merge tropical nature with premium exclusivity that will elevate Grupo Puntacana luxury and high - level hotel proposal in the Caribbean country.

The resort spans a highly sought - after stretch of white sand known for its natural barrier reef, which provides calm, tranquil Caribbean waters. The new development is part of a larger plan to elevate high - end tourism in the Dominican Republic.

The highly anticipated property is designed for high - end travellers and boasts a capped, intimate capacity for 160 guests.

Accommodations include 75 luxury suites and 5 exclusive overwater villas. Amenities will include 3 full - services restaurants, a themed dining room, a beach restaurant, 4 bars, a private beach club and 8 specialized spa bungalows.

Grupo Puntacana founder Frank Rainieri highlighted that the property is a Small Luxury Collection hotel in Playa Serena that will offer spaces and amenities of high luxury and exclusivity to its guests.

The Hospitality Group leader added that this Luxury Collection hotel, with less than 100 rooms of very high luxury and exclusivity, will not be an all - inclusive, it is an establishment of the line that the company,y carries within the Puntacana Group.

Grupo Puntacana head reiterated that is a novel concept that will boost the luxury segment of the tourism industry in the East and the rest of the Dominican Republic in the coming years.

The project is part of the diversification and expansion strategies of the Puntacana Group, since the portfolio of brands of the hotel division is focused on the growth of its hotel plant with constructions that include Miches, Punta Bergantín, in Puerto Plata and Pedernales, in the south of the country.

The businessman attributed the constant growth of the sector (not only in his tourism group) to the excellent projections of constant and sustained growth that tourism in the Dominican Republic has, in addition to the confidence of the public and private sectors that bet on and support the initiatives for the development of the hotel plant.

Link

https://www.arecoa.com/hoteles/2026/07/09/grupo-puntacana-abrira-hotel-ultralujo-playa-serena-en-diciembre/

Marriott International | Unveiled the Opening of a JW Marriott Camp within Solio Game Reserve, Kenya

Marriott International, American multinational hospitality company based in Bethesda, Maryland has unveiled the opening of a JW Marriott camp within Solio Game Reserve, located between Mount Kenya and the Aberdare Mountains in Kenya, known as the world’s oldest private Eastern Black rhino sanctuary.

Established in 1970, the 45.000 - acre private conservancy Solio Game Reserve is globally renowned for its successful breeding program and massive populations of black and white rhinos, in a land that features beautiful golden savannah grasslands, sweeping marshes, and enchanting acacia forests.

The Mount Kenya Rhino Reserve Safari Camp opening strengthens Kenya’s luxury safari offering of Marriott International in the African continent. The camp features 19 tented accommodations, 18 - one bedroom bedroom units and one two - bedroom option, designed by LW Design using timber and canvas to complement the surrounding landscape.

Each tent features a private outdoor area with a plunge pool, interiors drawing on Kenyan influences, and pieces sourced from local artisans including Kitengela Glass and Safari Bronze.

The property signature restaurant, Mavuno serves seasonal menus with Kenyan flavours and open - fire cooking, while wellness offering include a treatment menu and the half - day Solio Passage experience featuring volcanic stone therapies and glacial hydrotherapy.

Guests at the Mount Kenya Rhino Reserve Safari Camp can explore and enjoy the beauty and unique appeal of Solio Game Reserve, home of Africa’s largest populations of both black and white rhinos, alongside leopards, lions, zebras, reticulated giraffes, oryx, impalas, eland, and warthogs, as well as more than 350 recorded bird species ranging from waterfowl in the marshy areas to birds of prey.

Guest experiences at the camp include guided day and night game drives, walking and cycling safaris, helicopter adventures, trout fishing an Mount Kenya, and visit the Solio Rhino Orphanage, where rhino calves and other animals are rehabilitated before being reintroduced into the wild.

The property joins JW Marriott, a  brand characterized by an approachable mindful luxury, focusing on guest - wellbeing through holistic wellness programs, serene spaces, and experiences inspired by nature and local culture. The brand now has more than 130 properties globally.

The opening reinforces Kenya’s position as a premier destination for high - end safari tourism an the African continent.

Rates start from $1.499 per person per night, inclusive of full - board dining, game drives, and transfer to and from Nanyuki airstrip.

Links

https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/nborj-jw-marriott-mount-kenya-rhino-reserve-safari-camp/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0

https://atta.travel/resource/jw-marriott-strengthens-kenya-s-luxury-safari-offering-with-solio-camp.html