Few & Far, an eco-conscious luxury safari brand, is set to launch a unique six-suite ecolodge in early 2025 within the Vhembe Biosphere Reserve in South Africa’s Soutpansberg Mountains. Named Few & Far Luvhondo, the lodge aims to transform traditional safari experiences with sustainable and immersive offerings designed for the environmentally aware traveler.

Mashatu, located in Botswana's Northern Tuli Game Reserve, is set to unveil an innovative wildlife photography hide in October. Named the **Lala Limpopo Sleepout Hide**, this unique accommodation is designed to provide wildlife photographers with an immersive experience, offering them a concealed vantage point for capturing stunning images of animals in their natural habitat.

Classic Vacations™, a leader in the global luxury travel sector, has announced an exciting expansion into Africa, marking a significant milestone in the company's history. After 46 years of delivering exceptional travel experiences across Hawaii, the Caribbean, Latin America, and Europe, Classic Vacations is now venturing into the vibrant landscapes and rich cultures of Africa.

MSC Cruises has announced the cancellation of three repositioning cruises scheduled for April, in a move to avoid the Red Sea and the Suez Canal. This decision comes in response to recent attacks on shipping vessels in the Red Sea by Houthi rebels in Yemen. These attacks have led several shipping companies to reroute their vessels away from this key trade route, opting instead for the longer journey around the southern tip of Africa.

The affected voyages include:

Start packing your explorer's gear, fellow globetrotters, because Viking® is sailing us into an exciting new chapter of Egyptian exploration! The company today announced that voyages on its latest Nile River gem, the Viking Hathor, are now open for booking. Scheduled to make her grand debut in 2024, the Viking Hathor will proudly join Viking's growing fleet of custom-built ships, traversing the beloved 12-day Pharaohs & Pyramids itinerary.