Marriott International Continues Expansion of Protea Hotels by Marriott
(Posted 14th June 2023) Marriott International Continues Expansion of Protea Hotels by Marriott with Five New Deal Signings in Africa Anticipated projects will strengthen the company’s presence in Nigeria, Tanzania, Botswana and Ethiopia From the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum in Nairobi, Marriott International announced five deal signings in Africa under its Protea Hotels […]
Do you know the story of Isaza and the King of the Underworld?
(Posted 14th June 2023) By Charlotte Beauvoisin, Publisher of Diary of a Muzungu Find out if you are in Kampala on Sunday, 25th of June … And did you know that for the first time ever, the saga of King Isaza’s battle with Nyamiyonga is presented on a national stage? […]
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TravelComments.com – Iziko Museums of South Africa: Free entry to selected museums on Youth Day!
(Posted 14th June 2023) Iziko Museums of South Africa has announced that it will be offering free entry to selected museums in Cape Town on Youth Day (16 June 2023). This includes the South African Museum (25 Queen Victoria Street), Slave Lodge (Corner Adderley and… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: SANParks increases safety on Table Mountain!
(Posted 14th June 2023) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that Table Mountain National Park in Cape Town has received eighteen so-called Tourism Safety Officers who will join Park Rangers in their daily safety patrols. The programme is in partnership with the Western Cape Government: Department of Community Safety and provides for the officers to be stationed in Table Mountain […]
Emin Pasha joins the #CityBlue Collection in #Uganda
(Posted 13th June 2023) CityBlue Hotels, one of Africa’s fastest-growing local hotel chain, is pleased to announce the signing of an agreement between Diar Hospitality and The Emin Pasha Hotel commencing June 2023, a prestigious and luxurious 4-star hotel located in the heart of Kampala. The Emin Pasha Hotel Kampala is committed to […]
#Getaway to the #Kenya coast in #Watamu
(Posted 13th June 2023) The Perfect Getaway…. Greetings ATCNews readers and friends of Medina! We hope this message finds you well and in good health. We are delighted to bring you the latest edition of our monthly e-newsletter. As always, we are committed to keeping you informed and up-to-date on all the […]
Fly to #Belgium with #BrusselsAirlines to enjoy the Festival Season this summer
(Posted 13th June 2023) Kicking off the festival season Summer is not the only season ahead, the festival season is right around the corner, too! No better way to start the summer than by attending a Belgian festival such as Rock Werchter. Check out the line-up and start the summer with good vibes […]
IATA Urges States to Provide Timely, Thorough and Public Accident Reports
(Posted 13th June 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on governments to live up to longstanding international treaty obligations to publish timely and thorough aviation accident reports. Safety is aviation’s highest priority. Failure to publish prompt and complete accident investigation reports deprives operators, equipment manufacturers, regulators, infrastructure providers and other concerned […]
#Radisson Hotel Group announces seven new hotels in Africa
(Posted 13th June 2023) Radisson Hotel Group announces seven new hotels in Africa for the first half of 2023, maintaining its growth momentum across the continent Radisson Hotel Group continues its ambitious growth in Africa with the signing of seven new hotels, adding over 1,400 rooms to its African portfolio. The new hotels […]
#StarAlliance names Theo Panagiotoulias as new CEO
(Posted 13th June 2023) Star Alliance, the world’s first and largest global airline alliance, is pleased to announce that Theo Panagiotoulias has been chosen to become its next CEO. Mr Panagiotoulias has more than 25 years’ international experience in the airline and aviation industry. He joins Star Alliance from Hawaiian Airlines, […]
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#BrusselsAirlines, as part of the Lufthansa Group, launches #GreenFares
(Posted 12th June 2023) The Lufthansa Group is the world’s first airline group to offer a flight fare that includes offsetting of individual, flight-related CO2 emissions. The new Green Fares offer for more sustainable travel has been available for booking since mid-February. In the first 100 days since its introduction, around 200,000 guests […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Seasonal rainfall & temperature outlook (June – October 2023)!
(Posted 12th June 2023) The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has released the Seasonal Climate Watch for the period June 2023 to October 2023. According to the seasonal outlook, the El Niño-Southern Oscillation (ENSO) is currently in a neutral state. However, forecasts indicate that… READ MORE
#Seychelles Regatta is back
(Posted 12th June 2023) After an absence of 4 years will the Seychelles Regatta return this year in August. It will be the Golden Jubilee of the event which first ran in 1973. Taking place at Beau Vallon will all funds raised by the event go towards a further redevelopment of the regatta […]
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African Development Bank and Government of #Tanzania launch US $54 million initiative to drive job creation for youth in Zanzibar
(Posted 11th June 2023) The African Development Bank Group and the Republic of Tanzania have launched the Skills Development for Youth Employability in Blue Economy project. This is a project that will enable Zanzibari youth to find well-paying maritime and other blue economy jobs. The Bank is providing grant financing of $48.65 […]
IATA and UNEP to Address Key Environmental Challenges in Aviation Including Single-Use Plastics
(Posted 10th June 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aligned with the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development to address sustainability challenges in the aviation industry. Reduction of problematic single use plastics products (SUPP) and improving the circularity in the […]
#Kenya Tourism News Updates
(Posted 10th June 2023) Traditional Beach Destinations Re- Emerging Globally The WTTC Consumer Trends Report 2023 indicates a resurgence in the love for traditional beach destinations. Sales of sun and sea packages rose 75% to nearly US$ 69 billion in 2022, with beach holidays accounting for 35% of global packages – the same share […]
The 5th and 2023 Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit has been hailed as a huge success
(Posted 10th June 2023) AFRICA YOUTH IN TOURISM INNOVATION SUMMIT & CHALLENGE 2023 HAS BEEN HAILED A SUCCESS The 5th and 2023 Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit, hosted by the Namibia Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism in partnership with Africa Tourism Partners, UNWTO, and BDO, was a tremendous success. The Summit, […]
TravelComments.com – Portugal: TAP Air Portugal launches a second service to Angola!
(Posted 10th June 2023) TAP Air Portugal, the flag carrier of Portugal, has announced the launch of flights between Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO) in Porto and Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport (LAD) in Luanda, Angola. The airline will operate two weekly return flights on… READ MORE
The Pyne Awards are introducing 3 power packed events coming this September
(Posted 10th June 2023) Dear ATCNews Readers, dear friens, Since our inception over 5 years ago, we have been celebrating the individuals who contribute to the greatness of the hospitality industry in Africa. This year, we are taking a step further by introducing three power-packed events: a conference and workshops, an exhibition […]
Archbishop French Chang-Him will be sadly missed in #Seychelles and across the Indian Ocean Islands
(Posted 10th June 2023) The 9th of June saw the funeral of a Seychellois giant, the Archbishop French Chang-Him, who passed on the 26th of May 2023 at the age of 85 after a short illness that saw him being hospitalized. Archbishop Chang-Him was born in Seychelles and is the son of Francis […]
#EthiopianAirlines to Enhance Passenger Experience with Inflight Broadband Service
(Posted 09th June 2023) Revealed at Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX) in Hamburg, Ethiopian Airlines, the fastest- growing airline brand globally and the Africa’s largest airline brand, will offer advanced, high-speed inflight broadband to passengers onboard its new Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, with GX Aviation provided by Inmarsat, recently acquired by Viasat, and selected through […]
A successful Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge 2023 ends
(Posted 09th June 2023) Over 600 physical and over 1000 virtual delegates attended the Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Summit and Challenge 2023. Participants included youth in tourism, entrepreneurs, start-ups, and small enterprises and had the opportunity to reconnect, engage, learn. Hosted by the Namibia Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism […]
#Karongwe News Updates
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2023 Winners of IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards Announced
(Posted 08th June 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the winners of the 2023 edition of the IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards. Inspirational Role Model: Poppy Khoza – Director of Civil Aviation, South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) High Flyer: Camila Turrieta – Chair of the Diversity, Equity, Belonging, and Inclusion Committee, Air Line Pilots […]
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Lilian Musyoka – A familiar face continuing her aviation career at #AviaReps
(Posted 08th June 2023) After a career in travel and aviation, spanning 23 years, has Lilian Musyoka – more recently of Precision Air – moved on to become the AviaReps (GSA) General Manager for the company’s newly opened offices in Kenya and Tanzania. AviaReps, the world’s leading international representation, marketing and communications […]
