| | | | Eswatini NewsletterMarch 2022 | | | |
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| | As Eswatini re-opens to tourism and people make plans to travel we intend to keep everyone updated on, and inspired about Eswatini so that tourism can aid in the country’s recovery fully as visitors return. | | | |
| | For the latest on Eswatini, please see the News & Blogs below and check out our social media channels: | |
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| | One-of-a-kind Culture & Scenery Horse Trail returns this May 2022 – Book now!
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| | Big Game Parks’ Chubeka Trails in Eswatini still has availability for the upcoming May 2022 departure of their innovative and unique Swazi Culture & Scenery Trail, but places are already being taken, so book now to avoid disappointment!
The 10-day horse-riding trail, which launched just a few years ago, has become a hit with riders across the globe. After an inevitable 2 year break, it returns this year with the first trip from 25 May 2022 to 3 June 2022. Read More
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| | Marula Festival starts this month in Eswatini
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| | The Kingdom of Eswatini begin celebrations this month for their annual traditional Marula Festival, or Buganu Festival as it is known locally. This year, festivities take place from 11 – 13 March at the Buhleni Royal Residence, with further celebrations planned in the Lubombo region from 25 – 27 March.
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| | Tintsaba launches workshop tours
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| | Tintsaba produces some of the best handmade baskets in the world, alongside other beautiful products based on sisal, a sustainable weed which grows naturally in Eswatini. They have now launched an exciting tour which takes you out of the city and straight into the beautiful Eswatini Mountains to have a unique and informative experience at their workshops. Read More
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| | Sense Earth launches series of new ‘Discover Eswatini’ set departures through 2022 | |
| | Sense Earth, (who recently changed their name from Sense Africa as they reach a global market) are a UK Tour Operator and experts in Eswatini holidays. They have created a series of new ‘Discover Eswatini’ tours with set departures throughout this year. Join a small group trip (maximum of 12) with expert guides and immerse yourself in a memorable experience. Have the unique opportunity to walk within charming and intimate reserves where others hardly visit. Escape back to nature. Learn to track animals, spot birds, walk with giraffe and truly immerse yourself into the African bush. Read More
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| | Big Game Parks adapt to pandemic with new experiences
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| | Big Game Parks, responsible for running four of Eswatini’s most highly rated game parks (Hlane Royal National Park, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Mkhaya Game Reserve & KaMsholo Bushveld Safaris) and their range of stunning accommodation options, have released their latest newsletter with an update on how Big Game Parks has transformed and adapted to the ‘new normal’ so they can continue providing exceptional experiences during the pandemic. Read More
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| | HOTAES awarded funding & technical support from International Trade Centre & Africa RISE
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| | The Hospitality and Tourism Association of Eswatini (HOTAES) are pleased to announce their partnership with the International Trade Centre & Africa RISE. This partnership with HOTAES will help develop sustainable tourism in Eswatini. Read More
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| | Eswatini’s top Festivals make a memorable come back!
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| | After two years without live events and mass physical gathering, November saw the revival of two of Eswatini’s signature events, the Standard Bank Luju Food & Lifestyle and the Mlawula Camp Fire Festival. With the successful national vaccination roll-out and the subsequent ease of restrictions, as well as the upcoming festive season, Eswatini welcomes the cautious return of some of its signature events. Read More
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| | BLOG: Wide Horizons Retreat – A quaint escape from fast paced city life
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| | In this guest blog from Wide Horizons Mountain Retreat, Fezile Matsebula who works at the lodge shares her experiences staying at the lodge for the first time and explains why Wide Horizons is ‘a quaint escape from fast paced city life’. Read Blog
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| | New trails, drives and packages at Mlilwane by Big Game Parks
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| | Big Game Parks, responsible for running four of Eswatini’s most highly rated game parks (Hlane Royal National Park, Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary, Mkhaya Game Reserve & KaMsholo Bushveld Safaris) and their range of stunning accommodation options, have released an update on how things are going at Mlilwane Wildlife Sanctuary. Read More
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| | A look back on Incwala, a blend of colour and culture
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| | Eswatini stands proud of its unique cultural events that take place annually. To get an idea of scale of the Incwala Festival, we look back on the 2019 festival in pre-COVID times, with this account by a local journalist. Read More
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| | BLOG: The Importance of Rhino by Sense Earth
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| | Jenny Bowen, expert in Eswatini and owner of UK tour operator Sense Earth, shares her love for Rhinos and some fun facts on how Eswatini’s grey beast are an important part of the country’s ecosystem. Read Blog
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| | Eswatini Tourism Authority host Tourism Workshop to support Customer Satisfaction goals
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| | As we gear up to welcome the world back to the Kingdom of Eswatini with the return of some of the country’s signature events which boast a regional and international appeal, as well as the ongoing enthusiasm for domestic tourism, the Eswatini Tourism Authority’s Product Development department hosted a Tourism Awareness Training workshop a few months back at Mountain Inn. Read More
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| | | | Not discovered Eswatini yet?"Africa in a nutshell.”
It may be a cliché but there is no better way to describe Eswatini (Swaziland). This tiny nation - one of Africa’s last monarchies - packs in an extraordinary variety of riches. Nature lovers can track down rhinos in the wild lowveld or seek out rare birds in the rugged highveld. Historians can visit the world’s oldest known mine at Ngwenya or follow the colonial trail of the early settlers. And culture vultures can thrill to the Umhlanga and other festivals, as Eswatini celebrates its ancient traditions in spectacular style. Activities ranging from safaris, horse riding and river rafting to golf and thermal spas offer excitement and relaxation in equal measure. What’s more, Eswatini is friendly, safe and so compact that nowhere is more than two hours’ easy drive from the capital.
So what are you waiting for? Africa’s most perfectly formed nation offers you a warm Swati welcome.
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