With the impressive results posted last year by international tourism, which has shown the resilience nature of the sector and based on United Nations World Tourism Organisation’s (UNWTO) forward-looking scenarios for 2023, international tourist arrivals could reach 80% to 95% of pre-pandemic levels this year, depending on the extent of the economic slowdown. The ongoing […]
ATM 2023 will feature over 34,000 participants from more than 150 destinations Attendees will explore challenges and opportunities related to sustainable travel Registrants can now book one-to-one meetings with fellow ATM delegates Activities leading to this year’s edition of the annual Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023, which is the 30th edition, have commenced in full […]
As the new year unfolds, the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Association of Travel Practitioners of Nigeria (ATPN), Kabir Malan, has pledged the commitment of the board to breathing fresh elixir into the tourism association, noting that it is time for a new direction that would lead to the realisation of the […]
It was a colourful and enthralling occasion, with all the rich trappings that an epoch making event of its magnitude deserved. The day was Wednesday January 25 and it was the formal commissioning ceremony of the Delta State Leisure Park and Film Village, which was on the day renamed as Maryam Babangida Leisure Park and […]
After over five decades in business as one of the oldest independent hotel brands in Nigeria and West Africa, Premier Hotel Ibadan, which is set atop of the popular Mokola Hill, boasting about 87 rooms of different categories and other well–apportioned facilities, is set to open a new chapter in its history as its migrates […]
Trends indicate that luxury tourism and travel around the world will see considerable growth from 2023 onwards. This is as both local but predominantly international travellers with a sense of adventure look to explore new sights with the addition of added pampering, care and all the finishing. Research shows that, globally, travellers are keen to […]
Adeyinka Adeniji As the Governor of Ekiti State, Abiodun Oyebanji celebrates his first 100 days in office, an Ekiti indigene and Chairman of Agbayewa Farms, Mr. Niyi John Olajide has applauded him for his relentless efforts in creating an enabling environment for businesses operating in the state. Olajide, who also […]
Hotels enjoyed plenty of highs in 2022, including record-high RevPAR performance in July and some brands hitting pre-pandemic levels. However, shorter booking windows, unpredictable demand cycles, and new guest expectations are a reminder that there will be no return to normal. Instead, the picture of a new generation of hospitality is emerging, and in 2023, […]
Background Alicia Unique is the founder and chief executive officer of Signatory Stitches, a fashion and clothing outfit based in Port Harcourt, Rivers State. Born and bred in Okpoga in Okpoga Local Government Area of Benue State, young, pretty and delectable, Unique’s panache, poise and attractive look; fair complexion, easily stand out from the crowd. […]
The Nigerian National Committee of the International Council on Museums and Sites (ICOMOS Nigeria) has kicked against the defacing of the gates of the Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Lagos gates, describing the attempt by the management and developer of the complex, as a major abuse of Nigeria’s heritage, calling for an immediate stop to the […]