2027 holidays to five countries are already selling out due to rare total solar eclipse

On August 2, 2027, the Sun will 'go out' for up to six minutes. The incredible phenomenon will be most visible across North of Africa and parts of the Middle East A rare full eclipse will take place on August 2(Image: AFP or licensors) A rare...

Clontarf Energy confirms death of well-known oil executive David Horgan

His co-founders at Clontarf Energy, John Teeling and Jim Finn, said his death was a deep personal loss to each of them. “In over three decades together we have created, financed, managed and listed a series of early-stage exploration ventures in a...

Namibia among Africa’s top five passports

Renthia Kaimbi Namibia has ranked among Africa’s top five countries for global mobility in the 2025 Henley Passport Index. It joins Seychelles, Mauritius, South Africa, and Botswana in offering citizens greater travel access. The latest index...

Iceland’s Remote Regions Provide an Otherworldly Travel Experience—Here’s How to Visit Them

Whether you’re hiking, snowmobiling, or traveling by helicopter, Iceland is a country full of remote regions that are worth exploring. There are vast marshlands, endless peaks, and dramatic views almost everywhere you look. As a travel advisor who...

Lonely Planet names Tipperary among world’s top destinations for 2026 travel guide

Tipperary has been named among the world’s leading destinations in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2026, placing the Premier County alongside such far-flung locations as Peru and Botswana. READ NEXT: Muintir na Tíre in Tipperary celebrates 40 Years...

‘It’s no tourist trap’: Lonely Planet names Irish county among world’s best places to visit in 2026

The Premier County makes Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel for 2026 – a list ranging from Botswana to British Columbia The Rock of Cashel Today at 12:30 Lonely Planet has named Co Tipperary as one of the top destinations to visit in the world next...

Tipperary ranked among Lonely Planet’s latest top global holiday destinations for 2026

Travel guide publisher Lonely Planet has unveiled its list of the 25 best places to visit in 2026, with an Irish favourite earning a prestigious fifth-place spot: Tipperary. READ NEXT: IN PICTURES: See the best of the shots after Thurles...

South Australia stars in Lonely Planet's 'Best in Travel' destinations for 2026

Three Aussie spots have been honoured with a mention on Lonely Planet's Best in Travel 2026 list. Highlighting expert predictions for the coming year, the list features 50 must-visit destinations from all around the globe. South Australia and...

Lonely Planet names one Irish county among world’s top destinations for 2026 travel guide

One Irish county has been named among the world’s leading destinations in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2026, placing it alongside such far-flung locations as Peru and Botswana. The internationally renowned travel guide highlights Tipperary for...

Botswana Offers Citizenship Starting at $75,000

In a bold move to attract investors, Botswana is introducing one of the world’s most affordable citizenship-by-investment programmes, positioning its passport as a key resource for economic empowerment. It marks an ambitious strategy to help...

2026 travel adventures: Lonely Planet touts 25 must-visit places, must-do experiences

By Maureen O’Hare | CNN Not booked your 2026 vacation yet? Get moving, as the must-visit destinations lists for next year are starting to drop. The venerable travel guide Lonely Planet published its “Best in Travel 2026” book on Oct. 21, featuring...

President of Botswana explores investment opportunities in Oman

Muscat: President Duma Gideon Boko of the Republic of Botswana was briefed on Tuesday on investment opportunities during his visit to Oman Investment Authority (OIA), as part of his visit to the Sultanate of Oman. Upon his arrival at the OIA...

Botswana star eyes 400m world record

BOTSWANA ace Collen Kebinatshipi has his eyes on the 400m world record. Fresh from winning the 400m gold at the recent World Athletics Championships in Tokyo, the 21-year-old African has set his sights on breaking the long-standing world record...

Gov't to facilitate cable cars in Kgale, Kasane

Minister of Environment and Tourism Wynter Mmolotsi revealed this to Parliament recently. The projects are set to promote adventure tourism as the sector targets a “diversified and inclusive tourism product, encompassing the vast geographical...

Olu of Warri, Olori Atuwatse III lead Continental Vision as Botswana host Elevate Africa 2025

Southern Africa Nation of Botswana is set to host Elevate Africa, the initiative of the Olu of Warri, Ogiame Atuwatse III and Her Majesty, Olori Atuwatse III where African leaders, investors, policymakers and innovators from across sector are...

Graphic video shows terrifying elephant attack on tourists' canoes: 'It was protecting its young'

"The guides misjudged how close they could take the tourists." by Katie LoweOctober 19, 2025 A terrifying wildlife encounter in Botswana's Okavango Delta is making waves online after video footage showed a female elephant flipping two tourist...

Botswana bets on 186 high impact projects

The forward-looking initiative, which aims to drive industrialisation, investment and job creation, received close to 7,000 ideas, although less than 200 were picked. Officials told the inaugural Pula Investment Conference, held alongside the...

U.K. imposes visa requirements on Botswana: A blow to visa-free travel and a shift in global mobility

U.K. imposes visa requirements on Botswana: A blow to visa-free travel and a shift in global mobility Effective Oct. 14, Botswana nationals will require an entry visa to visit the United Kingdom, ending years of visa-free entry. This decision is...

Travel turmoil impacts Africa

Travel turmoil is sweeping across Africa, leaving passengers stranded and frustrated. The recent suspension of 12 flights by major airlines such as Emirates, Fastjet, Delta, and others has caused widespread disruptions. This chaos is particularly...

Embrace new trends to attract Gen Z travelers, tourism players urged

Pollmans Tours and Safaris director Mohamed Hersi (right) with international tourism agents during the Essence of Africa 2025 conference at Diamonds Malindi /HANDOUT Tourism stakeholders from across Africa have been urged to embrace new global...