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Visa Barriers, Fading Landmarks Potential Setbacks to a Vibrant Tourism Industry
It’s already sunset, and the skies appear to be defying Monrovia's cloudy weather as Saah John leans over a canvas to paint Liberia’s intertwined stories of liberation and loss. In his 30s, John has painted his way through his adult life, with...

Rain and rough beach conditions continue on Monday for Southeast Georgia and the Lowcountry
The work week will likely be off to a rainy start for Southeast Georgia and the Lowcountry with conditions also staying rough along the beaches. The current weather setup features high pressure at the surface to our north and a surface trough just...

Cape Verde vs The Gambia; two West African countries locked in battle for tourist dollar - part one
When one thinks of West Africa it is rarely in connection with vacations - especially beach holidays, and certainly not upmarket ones. But the region contains two countries: one a tiny crop of mainland surrounded by another country with a small...

Cissé names 27-man squad for Cape Verde and Mauritius World Cup qualifiers
Senegalese coach Aliou Cissé has announced a 27-player squad for Libya’s upcoming World Cup 2026 qualifiers against Cape Verde and Mauritius. The squad largely mirrors the one that secured back-to-back victories last time out – a 1-0 win away to...

Applications Are Now Open for AdventureWEEK Cabo Verde 2026
The Adventure Travel Trade Association (ATTA) is pleased to announce that buyer and media applications are now open for AdventureWEEK Cabo Verde, the first AdventureWEEK hosted in Africa. This milestone event, taking place from 3-10 February 2026,...

The 10 hottest places to go on holiday in November where temperatures don't drop below 21C
November in the UK is often gloomy, wet, and cold, and by this point in the year, many people are missing the sun. As the days get shorter and the rain picks up, it’s easy to start dreaming of beaches, blue skies, and warm evenings. While most of...

World AFP Brazil hopes COP30 in Amazon can unite world for climate action
Brazil is betting its much-hyped climate summit in the Amazon next month can deliver something increasingly rare in a fractured world: proof that nations can still unite to confront a global crisis. It faces tough odds, with a hostile United...

LIVE RADAR: Light rain approaches from Central Georgia as cold front nears
Sunshine is back for the rest of week despite tidal flood issues and a cold front late Sunday night. Rain accumulation will be less than a tenth of an inch tonight. A high rip current risk remains in effect through Monday with waves breaking at...

RAM Launches Direct Flights Between Casablanca and Sal Island, Cape Verde
Marrakech – The first Royal Air Maroc (RAM) flight to Sal Island, Cape Verde, landed at Amílcar Cabral International Airport on Friday at 1:00 a.m. This inaugural flight departed from Casablanca’s Mohammed V Airport on Thursday, September 18, at...

Flooding, overwash shuts down part of NC 12, officials say
Flooding, overwash shuts down part of NC 12, officials say WELL I WILL SAY TAKING A LOOK AT THIS LIVE CAM BEHIND US DAVE. IT IS PRETTY WINDY OUT THERE. AND TO TOP IT OFF IT’S A BIT CHILLY TOO A LITTLE COOL OUT THERE BECAUSE OF THE WINDS REALLY. I...

Launch Your Dream Venture: A Guide to Opening a Business in Cape Verde
By Banwari LB When I first visited Cape Verde, I was struck by its sun-kissed beaches and vibrant culture, but what really caught my eye was the entrepreneurial buzz. From local artisans selling crafts in Praia to expats running ecotourism...

TrueNoord delivers ATRs to TACV Cabo Verde Airlines
Regional aircraft leasing company TrueNoord has delivered two ATR72-600’s to TACV Cabo Verde Airlines. Provided on long-term operating leases, the turboprops will be based at Praia International Airport on Santiago Island and mark the first...

Travel giant Tui cashes in as holidaymakers book up trips to the winter sun
Canaries, Spain, Egypt and Thailand among the most popular destinations By HUGO DUNCAN Updated: 11:41 EDT, 23 September 2025 Travel giant Tui is cashing in as holidaymakers turn their attention to some winter sun. The group, Europe's biggest tour...

Travel giant Tui cashes in as holidaymakers look for some winter sun
Canaries, Spain, Egypt and Thailand among the most popular destinations By HUGO DUNCAN Updated: 11:14 EDT, 23 September 2025 Travel giant Tui is cashing in as holidaymakers turn their attention to some winter sun. The group, Europe's biggest tour...

TACV Cabo Verde to operate two ATR 72-600s
Regional aircraft lessor TrueNoord has delivered two ATR 72-600s to TACV Cabo Verde Airlines on a long-term operating lease. The two aircraft will be based at Praia International Airport on Satiago Island. The 72-600s are the airline’s first...

TrueNoord delivers two ATR 72-600 aircraft to Cabo Verde Airlines
TrueNoord, has successfully delivered two ATR 72-600 aircraft to TACV Cabo Verde Airlines. Provided on long-term operating leases, the turboprops will be based at Praia International Airport on Santiago Island and are the first ATR 72-600s to join...

Texel, The Hague, Haarlem: Locals like to swap Amsterdam for these quieter Dutch destinations
Amsterdam is a notorious tourist hotspot. Every year, millions come to the city for its photogenic canals, world-class museums, and “coffee shops. But like many other major European cities, it’s becoming oversaturated with tourists, so much so...

What will the EU’s new entry-exit system mean for British travellers?
Final EU plans to take fingerprints and facial biometrics from British travellers to Europe have been revealed. The long-awaited “entry-exit system” (EES) will be rolled out over the course of 180 days from 12 October 2025 to 9 April 2026. It will...

So what has been going on at the major package holiday and airline operators?
It has been fascinating in recent years to follow the updates from the major airlines and package holiday companies. This is a sector that relies on discretionary spending. And there has been great pressure on UK household finances. What has been...

Budget UK airline with £15 flights and new European holiday destinations named best in the world
A CHEAP UK airline has won a prestigious award naming it the best in the world. At the recent annual Routes Awards 2025, which recognised the world's best route networks including airlines, airports and destinations, easyJet was named the best...