Travel in Uganda

Located in the eastern reaches of Sub-Saharan Africa, the verdant nation of Uganda has cemented itself as one of the region’s foremost destinations for ecotourism, with no shortage of fascinating native species to discover during a visit. While birds like the broad-billed roller, brown snake eagle and red-chested sunbird serve as a prominent draw for avian aficionados, the country is best known for its large population of mountain gorillas—and for those hoping to marvel at these gentle creatures in the flesh, Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge serves as the perfect base.

The Hotel and Tourism Training Institute in Jinja, Uganda, announced a strategic initiative to train hoteliers and tourism professionals, aiming to elevate local skills to compete in East Africa’s market.

Protea Hotels by Marriott celebrates its 40th anniversary with new openings in Angola and South Africa, expanding its presence and enhancing its legacy in hospitality.

After dengue fever outbreaks in Europe put travellers on red alert in spring, cases of another potentially deadly, mosquito-borne virus have now been reported.

James Haigh, with over 15 years of experience in African tourism, is appointed Chair of The African Travel and Tourism Association (ATTA), starting October 1, 2024, to promote sustainable tourism across Africa.

This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Dorine Olive, a 60-year-old semi-retired software sales rep based in Orlando who travels the world doing home exchanges. It has been edited for length and clarity.

Alain St.Ange, renowned Seychelles Tourism Consultant, visits Uganda for POATE and meets with Wolfgang Thome, emphasizing long-term collaboration and insights in tourism development.

Pearl Hoareau – Kakooza, with a rich heritage and extensive industry experience, has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Uganda Tourism Board by Minister Tom R. Butime.

During POATE 2024, Uganda Tourism Board CEO Lilly Ajarova recognized tourism veterans at a Ugandan Airlines event, celebrating notable leaders like Ikechi Uko and Alain St.Ange.

Alain St.Ange meets Freda Akullu, the Investment Manager for Tourism & Project Coordinator in Uganda for EU Tourism Grant Facility, alongside with Tom R. Butime and Lily Ajarova

Seychelles Tourism Consultant Alain St.Ange meets veteran journalist Wolfgang Thome in Uganda, enhancing tourism ties ahead of the Pearl of Africa Tourism Expo.

Jenifer Bamuturaki leads Uganda Airlines with notable progress, enhancing African connectivity and tourism alongside Lily Ajarova and Pearl Hoareau-Kakooza in Uganda’s tourism leadership.

It’s officially pool season, and while swimming is a hallmark of summer vacations, some swimming pools rise above the rest. From beautiful pools overlooking rows of vineyards in the heart of wine country to the Caribbean’s first ever ocean pool, cooling down in some of these spectacular pools comes with the added bonus of scenic views on the horizon.

Dr. Alain St.Ange, Seychelles tourism luminary, is set to influence East Africa’s tourism landscape at the upcoming POATE. Representing the African Tourism Board, St.Ange will engage with key stakeholders to enhance tourism strategies.

Indian hotel chain Sarovar Hotels and Resorts managing director Ajay Bakaya has a big hurdle to cross: maintaining the quality that his hotels have historically offered. Sarovar is one of the fastest-growing hotel chains in India. The company has opened seven hotels so far this year and is looking at opening another eight to 12.

It's not often that we think of how polluted somewhere is when we plan our travels—but data in the 2023 World Air Quality report by IQAir reveals that the air quality of some common holiday destinations might make us rethink.

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Despite being one of the most coveted residential neighborhoods in Manhattan, TriBeCa has long had a dearth of beautiful places to stay. That changed this month when the London-based Firmdale Hotels opened its third New York property, the 57-room Warren Street Hotel. However, unlike the red brick structures that surround it, this building is painted a bright cerulean. TriBeCa offers just the right mix of “artists, designers, families and a sprinkling of Hollywood glamour,” says Kit Kemp, Firmdale’s co-founder and creative director, whose interior design studio also has its own furniture and accessories line. “We wanted to build something that contributes to this narrative in a bold and exciting way.”

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In the smash new Broadway show Gutenberg! The Musical!, actor Josh Gad reteams with Andrew Rannells, with whom he had undeniable chemistry on stage a decade ago in The Book of Mormon. So where would they travel together, if given the chance? “We would have to go to Uganda,” Gad laughs, referring to their Mormon characters’ journey to eastern Africa. “You’d see how similar we are in real life to Elder Cunningham and Elder Price. It would potentially be both disastrous and life-changing—actually, a great documentary!”

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