IHG Hotels & Resorts’ Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio recognised across the world’s most influential travel awards
(Posted 05th June 2026) 2026 awards celebrate IHG’s Regent, Six Senses, Kimpton and InterContinental brands Each year, top travel editors and experts come together to hand pick hospitality’s best examples of excellence. Serving readers with a guiding light of where to go next, these hotly contested shortlists celebrate best-in-class demonstrations of […]
Rolls-Royce Trent XWB-84 EP significantly outperforms on in-service fuel savings
(Posted 05th June 2026) Rolls-Royce is celebrating a major milestone for its Trent XWB-84 Enhanced Performance (EP) engine, which has delivered almost double the baseline of anticipated fuel savings during its first year in service. Enabled by the ongoing transformation of Rolls-Royce, the first Trent XWB-84 EP entered service in May 2025 as […]
Sustainable Aviation Fuels in focus at ICAO Aviation Climate Week
(Posted 05th June 2026) The second day of in-depth discussions at ICAO Aviation Climate Week revealed how rapid transformations are driving the scale-up of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF), Lower Carbon Aviation Fuels (LCAF), and other aviation cleaner energies. They also explored the challenges in reaching the necessary levels of production and deployment. Panellists […]
RODRIGUES KITE FESTIVAL – 2026
(Posted 05th June 2026) C Pictures and article courtesy of Mr. Joey Nicles Ride the Wind: Rodrigues Unveils a New International Kite and Wingfoil Festival From 92nd to 05th of July 2026, Rodrigues Island is set to write a new chapter in its sporting history with the inaugural […]
FASTJET ZIMBABWE APPOINTED OFFICIAL AIRLINE PARTNER FOR ECONET VICTORIA FALLS MARATHON
(Posted 05th June 2026) Fastjet Zimbabwe, the leading and award-winning Zimbabwean airline, has been announced as the Official Airline Partner for the Econet Victoria Falls Marathon. This year’s edition of the Victoria Falls Marathon will be held on the 5th of July 2026, with over 5 000 runners from more […]
GHA DISCOVERY WINS THREE PRESTIGIOUS FREDDIE AWARDS INCLUDING PROGRAMME OF THE YEAR IN MIDDLE EAST AND ASIA PACIFIC
(Posted 05th June 2026) Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotels brands, has won three 2026 Freddie Awards. Representing a significant milestone, GHA DISCOVERY has graduated from its previous recognition as an emerging loyalty programme to being named Programme of the Year, underscoring its continued growth, innovation and strong member engagement worldwide. Reflecting its growing global influence and […]
Brussels Airlines adds Tanzania to their network
\ (Posted 04th June 2026) Brussels Airlines has now commenced flights from Belgium to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) with nearly 250 passengers on board of the inaugural flight. The service connects Belgium directly to the East African country in around nine hours, eliminating the need for travellers to transit through other international hubs. With […]
African bush elephants: As the giants cross the road, life is at stake in Murchison Falls Park
(Posted 04th June 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Felix Warom Okello, Monitor (Uganda), June 2, 2026 The Karuma-Olwiyo-Pakwach-Arua road cuts through Murchison Falls National Park, home to the giants — elephants. On both sides of the road lies dense bush where elephants and other animals have roamed for centuries. Read more (2 […]
New Elephant Strategy Gazetted To Guide Conservation In South Africa
(Posted 04th June 2026) Courtesy of /African Elephant News The Bulrushes (South Africa), June 2, 2026 Johannesburg — South Africa has gazetted the National Elephant Heritage Strategy, a landmark framework aimed at strengthening the conservation and management of African elephants across the country. The announcement of the gazetting was made by Forestry, Fisheries, […]
AFRICA DRONE SUMMIT. 24-26 JUNE 2026, CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
(Posted 04th June 2026) We are delighted to update that the AFRICA DRONE SUMMIT 2026 will be returning to the frontier of technological innovation in Cape Town on the 24th until the 26th of June 2026. Drone industry stakeholders, national and international organisations and entities, private sector organisations, state and municipal authorities and commissions, […]
Ambitious first day for ICAO Aviation Climate Week
(Posted 04th June 2026) Speakers focus on solutions to air transport’s emissions mitigation With ICAO Aviation Climate Week officially opened today, proceedings focussed sharply on one key question: how can aviation deliver on its ambition to reach net-zero emissions by 2050, and what must change to get there? The importance of cross-sector collaboration […]
IHG Hotels & Resorts Advances Conversational AI Search Capabilities
(Posted 04th June 2026) Travel Discovery Made Easier Through App in ChatGPT and IHG Digital Channels As people rapidly turn to AI to plan trips – now used by more than half of U.S. travelers* – IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) is making it easier for them to find hotels and book their […]
South Africa’s Kruger National Park marks 100th anniversary
(Posted 03rd June 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Global Times (China), June 1, 2026 South Africa’s Kruger National Park on Friday evening marked its 100th anniversary with a centenary celebration at Skukuza Rest Camp under the theme “Our Heritage, Our Future.” The event brought together more than 100 government officials, community representatives […]
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park in July: Weather, wildlife & safari guide (2026 update)
(Posted 03rd June 2026) July is one of the best months of the year to visit Kruger National Park. Cool winter temperatures, virtually no rain, sparse vegetation, and excellent wildlife visibility combine to create prime safari conditions. Following the severe floods that affected parts of the park and surrounding Lowveld region in January […]
Air Tanzania announces plans to launch London flights in 2027
(Posted 03rd June 2026) The introduction of direct flights between London and Tanzania from 2027 is not just about aviation, it is about connectivity, tourism growth, trade expansion and positioning Tanzania more competitively on the global stage. Reports indicate that the route is expected to connect London directly to Kilimanjaro, Dar es Salaam […]
ICAO-IATA deepen cooperation on boosting sustainable aviation fuels
(Posted 03rd June 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) announced enhanced cooperation at ICAO Aviation Climate Week today to advance transparency and integrity in tracking progress and accelerating the development and deployment of Sustainable Aviation Fuels (SAF). Close collaboration between industry and states, underpinned […]
Ethiopian set to launch flights to Nacala / Mozambique
(Posted 03rd June 2026) Ethiopian Airlines has confirmed the launch of flights to Nacala / Mozambique as of mid July this year. The flight will route via Blantyre / Malawi and return directly to Addis Ababa from Nacala. The new destination is set to open up the Nacala area significantly to tourism and […]
Aviation leaders gather in Montreal to accelerate climate action
(Posted 03rd June 2026) ICAO seeks to strengthen international strategy for net-zero carbon emissions Stronger and faster efforts to decarbonize air transport are the focus of multilateral discussions beginning today at ICAO Aviation Climate Week in Montréal. Thanks to growing political commitment and investment in cleaner energies, technological innovation, and operational […]
World’s longest-range aircraft, the Airbus A350-1000ULR takes to the skies
(Posted 03rd June 2026) The A350-1000ULR (MSN 707), the first of 12 aircraft ordered by Qantas has completed its first flight in Toulouse, France. The aircraft, fitted with special flight test instrumentation, flew for three hours 43 minutes reaching an altitude of slightly above 41,000 feet. The aircraft was flown by a […]
Avani Barbarons Seychelles Resort awarded a 5-star rating
(Posted 03rd June 2026) The Avani+ Barbarons Seychelles Resort, which recently reopened after extensive renovations, was recognised for meeting high standards across several areas. These included the level of hospitality, service quality, sustainability, integration of Seychellois culture, and the experience offered to visitors. Having met all established criteria, the resort was officially awarded the […]
KLM cancels flights to Entebbe
(Posted 02nd June 2026) In yet another blow to Uganda’s tourism industry has KLM taken the decision to halt flights to Entebbe, reportedly over Ebola restrictions and concerns. KLM said that while the area was not currently seen as an active risk zone, it could no longer operate ?planned routes due to […]
Story on last remaining forest elephant in Knysna nears big-screen release
(Posted 02nd June 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Siphokazi Mnyobe, The Herald (South Africa), June 1, 2026 A years-long documentary project telling the story of the last remaining forest elephant in Knysna is nearing completion, after evolving from a small personal initiative into a full-length feature film. The project, began as […]
Inaugural IATA World Maintenance & Engineering Symposium, 24 – 25 June 2026, Madrid, Spain
(Posted 02nd June 2026) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the launch of the World Maintenance & Engineering Symposium (WMES). Under the theme “Reviving the Supply Chain” the event will address supply chain failures and other challenges in maintenance and engineering. The Symposium will take place in Madrid, Spain, on 24–25 June 2026. […]
Edelweiss launches Zurich to Windhoek flights
(Posted 02nd June 2026) Edelweiss, the Swiss holiday airline, celebrated with a beautiful cake at the departure gate and later on the traditional ribbon cutting their first flight to Namibia. From now on they will fly nonstop from Zurich to the capital Windhoek -using their new Airbus A350. Namibia thrills […]
Uganda struck by 4.5 Richter Scale Earthquake last night
(Posted 01st June 2026) At 21.19 hrs local East African time did an earthquake hit Uganda, measuring a reported 4.5 on the open ended Richter Scale. As of this morning have official sources in Uganda, including the Directorate of Geological Survey and Mines, not yet issued a statement but official confirmation came […]
“Traumatised”: Tourists at South Post at Kruger in Fear as Elephant Pushes Their Vehicle in Video
(Posted 01st June 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Rutendo Masasi, Briefly (South Africa), May 28, 2026 A video captured the harrowing moment when an elephant turned on people. Visitors at South Post at Kruger learned a tough lesson about how unpredictable the big mammals could be. The clip amassed attention and reactions […]
Elephant culling ‘last resort’ as MPs warn of crisis in reserves
(Posted 01st June 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Sheree Bega, Mail & Guardian (South Africa), May 29, 2026 Deputy Forestry, Fisheries and Environment Minister Narend Singh has insisted that elephant culling in South Africa will remain a “last resort”. But MPs and animal welfare groups warned that official delays, weak governance and […]
Elephant declines could trigger wider ecosystem losses in African savannas, 15-year test shows
(Posted 01st June 2026) Courtesy of African Elephant News Kathryn Pizzurro, Phys.Org (Britain) May 29, 2026 For decades, ecologists have theorized that the extinction of one important species could set off a chain reaction of losses throughout an ecosystem. Now, new research offers some of the clearest real-world evidence that this idea of […]
Central Asia’s Growing Role in Global Air Cargo Flows
(Posted 31st May 2026) Central Asia’s Growing Role in Global Air Cargo Flows The global air cargo map is evolving with new corridors growing in importance. Central Asia is transitioning into an intercontinental bridge: since 2019, regional volumes have more than doubled, while Hong Kong, the world’s largest air cargo hub, remained broadly […]
TravelComments.com – These South African burgers are officially among the best in the world
(Posted 30th May 3036) South Africa’s food scene has earned another major international accolade — this time for burgers. Time Out’s global food team has released its latest ranking of the 14 best burgers in the world, and two South African burger joints made the prestigious list. Cape Town’s Zuney Wagyu Burgers claimed an extraordinary second place […]
