The Tourism Federation (GHATOF) has expressed satisfaction with the manner in which the newly appointed Tourism Minister Catherine Afeku has handled matters pertaining to her sector. GHATOF, in a statement signed by the National President of Okatakyie Nana Anim I, disclosed that “in the few weeks of the transition period, we have been privileged to … Read more
With its palm tree-lined beaches, unique heritage and wildlife parks, Benin can hold its own against the best African holiday destinations. But tourism revenue accounts for just 0.7 percent of gross domestic product and there were only 240,000 visitors in 2014, according to World Bank figures. That compares to an average of one million visitors … Read more
It’s goodbye for now to the grand Art Deco lobby and celebrities crossing paths en route to “The Towers” at the Waldorf Astoria: one of the world’s most luxurious hotels is closing for renovation. The legendary establishment opened at its Park Avenue location in midtown Manhattan in 1931 with more than 1,400 rooms, the largest … Read more
Morocco’s key tourism sector barely grew last year amid security challenges, but operators are hoping Chinese and Russian visitors will boost their fortunes in the coming years. While political turmoil and jihadist attacks have battered the sector in Egypt and Tunisia, Morocco registered 10 million visitors last year, according to the Moroccan Tourism Observatory. That … Read more
Jumia Travel has taken a step toward improving services and products reach by introducing domestic and international flights services in addition to its hotel booking services for travellers. The company known widely to be number one in hotel booking has partnered with major airlines including Kenya Airways, Rwandair Express, Qatar Airways, Emirates, Ethiopian Airlines, South … Read more
Controversial movie producer Socrates Sarfo has said he was left “disappointed” following the vetting of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts Minister-designate Catherine Afeku by the Appointments Committee on Monday. Questions posed to Ms Afeku when she appeared before the committee focused mainly on tourism, an observation Mr Sarfo, a showbiz figure, was unhappy with. Speaking … Read more
Minister Nominee for Tourism Culture and Creative Arts, Catherine Afeku intends devising several initiatives to boost domestic tourism in the country. “We are all in agreement that domestic tourism is not an area of focus for the nation so I have come up with a domestic tourism initiative that we intend to start at the … Read more
China’s tourism industry saw revenues of 423.3 billion yuan ($61.55 billion) during the recent Lunar New Year festival, up 15.9 percent against last year, the China National Tourism Administration (CNTA) said late on Thursday. The rate of growth, driven by 344 million domestic tourist trips, was, however, slightly slower than the 16.3 percent rise seen … Read more
The Ghana Tourism Authority in the Eastern region on Monday commenced an exercise to shut down unapproved student hostels and hotels in the region. Some fifteen hostels in Koforidua and a hotel at Akropong -Akuapem are expected to be shut down by close of the exercise on Tuesday. The facilities are operating without license from the … Read more
Students of Koforidua Technical University (KTU) are expected to hassle for hostel accommodations when school re-opens on February 10. This is because the Ghana Tourism Authority in the Eastern region on Monday commenced closing down some illegal student hostels and Hotels in the region. Fifteen hostels in Koforidua and a hotel in Akropong -Akuapem are … Read more
16 illegal hostels operating in the Eastern Region have been closed down by the Ghana Tourism Authority for operating without a licence. The tourism authority regulates the activities of all accommodation establishment which includes Hotels, Hostels, Guest houses and apartments. The hostels are Universal , Elite, Vine, Solo, Central, Mr Doe, Hallelujah, Madiba, Frontline, Hostel 99, … Read more
Minister-designate for Tourism and Creative Arts, Madam Catherine Afeku, has promised to settle amicably the current brouhaha surrounding the Elmina Castle when vetted and approved by Parliament to serve the nation. According to her, she cannot do much since she has not yet been approved by Parliament, but promised to give the issue all the … Read more
Labadi Beach Hotel has emerged as the 5-Star Hotel of the year Labadi Beach Hotel has emerged as the 5-Star Hotel of the year at the second edition of the Annual Ghana Hotels Awards 2016 in Accra. The programme which was held at the Kempinski Hotel over the weekend also saw Accra City Hotel take … Read more
Greetings Mr. President and on behalf of all in the tourism fraternity we wish you a warm welcome to the hottest seat in Ghana. H. E. like all others before you, I can sense your burning desire to place Ghana on a path of rapid socio-economic development. The problems facing Ghana’s economy are the same … Read more
Greetings Mr. President and on behalf of all in the tourism fraternity we wish you a warm welcome to the hottest seat in Ghana. H. E. like all others before you, I can sense your burning desire to place Ghana on a path of rapid socio-economic development. The problems facing Ghana’s economy are the same … Read more
Nominee for the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Madam Catherine Afeku has spelt out one of the key areas to tackle when she’s given the mandate. She hinted that there are a lot of potentials with regards to job creation in the Tourism, Culture and Arts industry. Hon. Afeku stated that the support … Read more
The Ghana Hotels Association (GHA) has launched the second edition of its annual National Hotels Awards in Accra. The Awards slated for January 21, 2017 at the Kempiski Hotel, is to honour individuals, dedicated staff and hotel facilities in the industry. Mr Paul Kavanagh, the Managing Director of Golden Tulip Accra, speaking at the media … Read more
New owners of Alisa Hotel, Swiss Spirit International have expressed their resolve to introduce world class service despite stiff competition in the hotel and hospitality industry. The Greater Accra region over the past few years have seen some international hotels merge with local ones or build new ones in the country. Speaking to Citi Business … Read more
The Rezidor Hotel Group, one of the most dynamic hotel companies in the world and a member of the Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group, announces their very first resort on the Cape Verde island of Sal. The Radisson Blu Beach Resort, Sal, will feature 240 guest rooms and open its doors in third quarter of 2019. … Read more
Citi FM has been adjudged the Best Radio Station for promoting tourism in the maiden Travel Jumia Awards held in Accra last night. The awards, which is aimed at recognizing hotels and media houses that promote tourism in Ghana was also targeted improving customer care to attract more tourists into the country. Speaking to Citi … Read more