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RIU opens the Riu Jambo, its second hotel in Zanzibar

The hotel Riu Jambo has an unbeatable location in the north of Zanzibar's largest island, Unguja, on the idyllic Nungwi beach. The 4-star, 24-hour all-inclusive hotel has a total of 461 rooms. The main feature that sets it apart from other RIU hotels is the stilted structure that stretches out from the beach over the sea, where guests will find some of the hotel's dining services. The new Riu Jambo is right next to the Riu Palace Zanzibar, which was refurbished in 2019 and has luxurious facilities. This new opening enhances the chain's range of hotels in the destination with an establishment where guests can enjoy a family holiday.

RIU
Zanzibar, Tanzania
Opening

Radisson second brand to Tunisia with the opening of Radisson Hotel Sfax

Located within walking distance of the city center and the historic medina, the Radisson Hotel Sfax offers its guests the opportunity to discover the cultural wonders of Sfax, such as the Kasbah Museum set in an ancient fortress, and other equally impressive landmarks with origins dating back to 849 AD. Sfax is the Tunisian city with the greatest number of World Heritage Sites. The medieval Medina of Sfax which dates back to the 9th century AD is unique and rare because it has maintained intact its original Arab-Muslim town plan as well as Arabic, Roman, and Ottoman elements which were added over the centuries.

Radisson
Sfax, Tunisia
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Radisson Hotel Group opens its 14th South African hotel in Durban

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga is located on the eastern coast of South Africa's vibrant city of Durban, in its most affluent residential and entertainment hub, Umhlanga. The hotel has easy access to several popular beaches and is within walking distance of the three-kilometer Umhlanga Beach Promenade. Durban has become a must-visit for local and international travelers because of its vast and enchanting landscapes and ideal year-round weather. Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga is close to the Durban ICC with direct access to the luxury Oceans Mall, which boasts a variety of international brands and is just 5 minutes from King Shaka International Airport.

Radisson Blu
Durban, South Africa
Opening

Radisson Hotel Group debuts in Ghana with the opening of Number One Oxford Street Hotel & Suites, a member of Radisson Individuals

Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce its debut in Ghana with the opening of Number One Oxford Street Hotel & Suites, a member of Radisson Individuals. In partnership with Belfast City Management, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kwarleyz Group, the hotel also marks the second Radisson Individuals hotel opening in Africa.

Radisson Individuals
Accra, Ghana
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Pestana CR7 Marrakech welcomes its first guests in a soft opening

Anticipating the return of tourism to Morocco, with the recent reopening of the country to tourists, the Pestana CR7 Lifestyle Hotels brand arrives in Marrakech. After Madrid and New York, the hotel partnership between Dionísio Pestana and Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates an international 'hat trick' with the soft opening of its new hotel in the "ochre city", the Pestana CR7 Marrakech. Reservations are now available online at Pestana CR7 Marrakech.

Pestana CR7 Lifestyle Hotels
Marrakech, Morocco
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2022’s Hottest New Opening: The Residence Douz

Set to open in Q3 2022, The Residence Douz marks the debut of Cenizaro Hotels and Resorts first desert resort. The brand's second opening in Tunisia, this safari-inspired retreat will serve as a gateway to the Sahara, surrounded by glistening golden sand and swaying palms. Upon arrival guests will be welcomed by glowing lanterns, paving the way through the all-suite oasis, which comprises of 50 desert-inspired villas set in 40 hectares of rolling dunes. Experience an otherworldly escape where the desert's resounding silence is an elixir for the soul and guests may dream peacefully under a sky full of stars.

Cenizaro Hotel & Resorts
Ghlissia, Tunisia
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Accor Signs First Mantis In Masai Mara, Kenya

Accor, a world-leading hospitality group with over 400 hotels across India, Middle East, Africa and Turkey is expanding its footprint in Eastern Africa with the opening of the first Mantis property in Kenya. The Mantis Masai Mara Eco-Lodge is set to become a highlight property for the brand and the group, offering direct access to the Mara-Serengeti game reserve: the ideal location for unique safari experiences.

Mantis Collection
Lemek, Kenya
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Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton Celebrates Official Opening

Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton celebrated its opening, marking the debut of the Hyatt House brand in Africa, while expanding the brand's footprint globally in markets that matter most to guests and World of Hyatt members. Owned by an affiliate of Millat Properties, Hyatt House Johannesburg Sandton is conveniently located in the leafy suburb of Sandton, only moments away from Johannesburg's upmarket Sandton City Shopping Centre & Nelson Mandela Square, and its vibrant, premium dining and social scene. The property provides guests the service and convenience of hotel living with the casual comforts of home.

Hyatt House
Sandton, South Africa
Reopening

Uganda's Iconic Resort Announces Reopening After Extensive Renovation as Lemala Wildwaters Lodge

Lemala Authentic Camps and Lodges is pleased to announce the reopening of Uganda's premier private island resort as Lemala Wildwaters Lodge after an extensive refurbishment in May 2021. Nestled on Kalangala Island in a rainforest reserve on 16 protected acres, Lemala Wildwaters Lodge is an adventure seeker's paradise. Accessible only by boat and helicopter, the nine suites and one family suite offer private views of the Nile River and the dense riverine forest that naturally covers the island with the main lodge located on a solid rock peninsula. Located close to the adventure hub of Jinja and 1.5 hours from Kampala, Lemala Wildwaters Lodge is the perfect extension to a gorilla trekking safari.

Lemala Authentic Camps and Lodges
Kalangala, Uganda