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The Irish Sun
9 hours ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
TUI to launch first ever hotel in lesser-visited African country known for its beach resorts
TUI is opening its very first hotel in Côte d'Ivoire - an African country with beautiful beach resorts and rainforests. In fact, more than 20 hotels are set to open in Africa in the coming months and years. Advertisement 4 Côte d'Ivoire in West Africa has beaches and rainforests in abundance Credit: Alamy 4 TUI also plans to open a hotel in The Gambia Credit: Alamy Managing Director TUI Hotels & Resorts confirmed the opening of brand-new TUI hotels across Africa. In Côte d'Ivoire, also known as the Ivory Coast, there's the construction of the very first TUI Blue hotel in the country which is scheduled to open in 2027. Côte d'Ivoire in West Africa has long stretches of beach, the most popular being Assinie-Mafia, Grand-Bassam, and Jacqueville. Plage de Monogaga is a beach known for being the most beautiful and preserved in the region. Advertisement Read More on TUI Along the coastline are coconut trees and thatched-roof restaurants. There's also the Banco National Park, a rainforest preserve with hiking trails. The country generally experiences a rainy season from June to October with average annual temperatures ranging from 24 to 28C. TUI Blue is also planning to open its first hotel in The Gambia, which will open at the end of this year. Advertisement Most read in Beach holidays The resort will have 140 rooms and a unique location along Kotu Beach. TUI very recently expanded, adding more hotels in Inside the Riu Palace Boavista hotel in Cape Verde 4 TUI has 97 hotels with over 30,000 rooms around Africa so far Credit: Alamy TUI Hotels & Resorts' currently has 97 hotels with over 30,000 rooms across eight countries. Advertisement The The resort has 250 rooms, that overlook Muyuni Beach, as well as a huge outdoor swimming pool and infinity pool . Inside are four restaurants to choose from - Jijan, offering Thai, Chinese and Japanese dishes, the Beach Club Grill and the buffet restaurant, as well as the Jua Grill. There's also a kids' club and activities like football, tennis and snorkelling. Advertisement Holidaymakers from the UK fly there with British Airways to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in Zanzibar with a stopover at Hamad Airport in Doha. New hotels have opened across Kenya has also been And here are our Advertisement 4 Côte d'Ivoire has beach resorts and high temperatures Credit: Alamy
Scottish Sun
9 hours ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
TUI to launch first ever hotel in lesser-visited African country known for its beach resorts
Plus, the travel team's favourite TUI holidays from African beach resorts to European bucket list destinations ON HOLS TUI to launch first ever hotel in lesser-visited African country known for its beach resorts Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TUI is opening its very first hotel in Côte d'Ivoire - an African country with beautiful beach resorts and rainforests. In fact, more than 20 hotels are set to open in Africa in the coming months and years. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Côte d'Ivoire in West Africa has beaches and rainforests in abundance Credit: Alamy 4 TUI also plans to open a hotel in The Gambia Credit: Alamy Managing Director TUI Hotels & Resorts confirmed the opening of brand-new TUI hotels across Africa. In Côte d'Ivoire, also known as the Ivory Coast, there's the construction of the very first TUI Blue hotel in the country which is scheduled to open in 2027. Côte d'Ivoire in West Africa has long stretches of beach, the most popular being Assinie-Mafia, Grand-Bassam, and Jacqueville. Plage de Monogaga is a beach known for being the most beautiful and preserved in the region. Along the coastline are coconut trees and thatched-roof restaurants. There's also the Banco National Park, a rainforest preserve with hiking trails. The country generally experiences a rainy season from June to October with average annual temperatures ranging from 24 to 28C. TUI Blue is also planning to open its first hotel in The Gambia, which will open at the end of this year. The resort will have 140 rooms and a unique location along Kotu Beach. TUI very recently expanded, adding more hotels in Africa to their portfolio. Inside the Riu Palace Boavista hotel in Cape Verde 4 TUI has 97 hotels with over 30,000 rooms around Africa so far Credit: Alamy TUI Hotels & Resorts' currently has 97 hotels with over 30,000 rooms across eight countries. The Mora Zanzibar has just celebrated its first anniversary - it's described as offering "contemporary luxury with highly personalised and flexible service." The resort has 250 rooms, that overlook Muyuni Beach, as well as a huge outdoor swimming pool and infinity pool. Inside are four restaurants to choose from - Jijan, offering Thai, Chinese and Japanese dishes, the Beach Club Grill and the buffet restaurant, as well as the Jua Grill. There's also a kids' club and activities like football, tennis and snorkelling. Holidaymakers from the UK fly there with British Airways to Abeid Amani Karume International Airport in Zanzibar with a stopover at Hamad Airport in Doha. New hotels have opened across Cape Verde which Deputy Travel Editor explored and discovered Maldives-like beaches. Kenya has also been dubbed 'one to watch' with new flights, cheap hotels and 35C winters. And here are our travel team's favourite TUI holidays from African beach resorts to European bucket list hotels.
Zawya
12 hours ago
- Business
- Zawya
TUI Hotels & Resorts contributes to growth in Africa with strong leisure hotel brands
TUI Blue and TUI Suneo extend their portfolio in North Africa New openings planned in The Gambia and Côte d'Ivoire New luxury brand The Mora celebrates its first anniversary TUI Group ( continues to expand its hotel business worldwide and pursues ambitious plans to support the African hospitality industry. With its 12 leisure hotel brands, TUI offers unique experiences for holidaymakers and invites them to enjoy the respective region with its culinary delights, natural beauty and cultural heritage. A few weeks ago, the brands TUI Blue and TUI Suneo expanded their portfolio in Africa. In Egypt, TUI Blue Samaya with 143 rooms and an aqua park has been added to the premium brand's portfolio. The hotel is located in the growing destination of Marsa Alam. For holidaymakers looking for value for money, TUI Suneo Palm Beach Skanes in Tunisia has also opened its doors. With 294 rooms and a large garden area, the hotel is offering an attractive all-inclusive package with a wide range of sports and entertainment options. 'Together with our long-standing JV partners, we have more than 20 hotels in our pipeline that will open in Africa in the coming months and years', says Artur Gerber, Managing Director TUI Hotels&Resorts, at the Future Hospitality Summit Africa. 'We already have a strong presence in North Africa, the Cape Verde Islands and Zanzibar, but we are convinced that other destinations can also benefit from our strong leisure hotel brands.' For example, the lifestyle brand TUI Blue is planning its first hotel in The Gambia, which will open at the end of this year. The resort features 140 rooms and a unique location along Kotu Beach. 'With our expertise, along with management and franchise agreements, we are also attracting hotel partners in entirely new destinations. One example is Côte d'Ivoire, where the construction of a new TUI Blue hotel has just started and is scheduled to open in 2027', adds Wesam Okasha, Head of Global Development TUI Blue. Last year, TUI launched a new brand targeting the upscale market and selected Tanzania as its inaugural destination. The Mora Zanzibar has just celebrated its first anniversary, offering laid-back, contemporary luxury with highly personalized and flexible service. 'Our guest reviews show that The Mora is resonating strongly with this new audience and delivering an exceptional experience. We are very proud of this achievement and look forward to introducing more carefully selected The Mora hotels across Africa,' says Artur Gerber. TUI Hotels&Resorts' current portfolio in Africa comprises a total of 97 hotels with over 30,000 rooms across eight countries. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of TUI Blue Hotels. TUI Group - Group Corporate&External Affairs: Natascha Kreye Corporate Communications Phone: +49 (0) 511 566 6029 About TUI Group: The TUI Group is one of the world's leading tourism groups and operates worldwide. The Group is headquartered in Germany. TUI shares are listed in the MDAX index of the Frankfurt Stock Exchange and in the regulated market of the Lower Saxony Stock Exchange in Hanover. TUI Group offers its over 20 million customers integrated services from a single source and forms the entire tourism value chain under one roof. The Group owns over 400 hotels and resorts with premium brands such as RIU, TUI Blue and Robinson and 18 cruise ships, ranging from the MS Europa and MS Europa 2 in the luxury class and expedition ships in the HANSEATIC class to the Mein Schiff fleet of TUI Cruises and cruise ships operated by Marella Cruises in the UK. The Group also includes Europe's leading tour operator brands and online marketing platforms, for example for hotel-only or flight-only offers, five airlines with 125 modern medium- and long-haul aircraft and around 1,200 travel agencies. In addition to expanding its core business with hotels and cruises via successful joint ventures and activities in vacation destinations, TUI is increasingly focusing on the expansion of digital platforms. The Group is transforming itself into a global tourism platform company. Global responsibility for sustainable economic, environmental and social action is at the heart of our corporate culture. With projects in 25 countries, the TUI Care Foundation initiated by TUI focuses on the positive effects of tourism, on education and training and on strengthening environmental and social standards. In this way, it supports the development of vacation destinations. The globally active TUI Care Foundation initiates projects that create new opportunities for the next generation.
Telegraph
28-03-2025
- Telegraph
Last-minute Easter getaway deals for couples
Easter is fast approaching, so book now and save on these last-minute couples holidays. Jet off to dreamy beaches and irresistible food in a Mediterranean haven of Turkey or Cyprus. These TUI Easter holiday offers take you to hotels in the TUI Blue collection, which deliver best-in-class service, authentic local cuisine and activities to suit you. What could be more romantic than a spontaneous trip somewhere sunny? TUI Easter getaway deals 2025: Top picks TUI Blue Tropical, Turkey, from £708.82pp TUI Blue Pioneer Beach, Cyprus, from £790.60pp TUI Blue Tropical, Turkey From £708.82pp If you're looking for Easter holiday getaways, this is a wonderful beachside hotel to visit as a couple. A choice of swimming pools includes a huge lagoon centrepiece and one just for relaxing. Take your pick and glide through the warm waters. You can get stuck into all manner of activities by day, and take your seat for a show by night. Five restaurants tempt you with colourful buffets, Italian food and Turkish à la carte dishes. If you fancy checking out local bars and restaurants, the nearest town is 20 minutes' walk away. You can also take a 30-minute taxi ride to Iztuzu Beach, a swathe of sand known for its bright blue sea and loggerhead turtles. TUI Blue Pioneer Beach, Cyprus From £790.60pp A big hit with foodies, this adults-only hotel serves up sensational cuisine. Feast on Mediterranean dishes as you admire the sea view from the terrace. A stone's throw away is a sandy beach that invites you to kick off your sandals and stroll barefoot with your loved one. Romantic holiday deals don't get much better than this. At Elixir Spa, unwind with a wide selection of treatments, including couples massages*. Feel your worries melt away in the steam room, sauna or relaxation area. Next door to the hotel is a church with a distinctive blue dome and white-washed walls. Wander to the viewpoint for sunsets that stir the soul. Paphos harbour is just five minutes away by bus, or a scenic 45-minute walk along the seafront promenade. Watch the world go by as you sip a drink or dine on mouthwatering local food. By night, the tavernas get lively. Whether you desire a Thai paradise, the sandy shores of Turkey or island life in Cyprus, there are still Easter holiday savings to be made. Book your couples break before it is too late.
