#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 10th March 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
TravelComments.com – Bontebok National Park: Breede River Campsite temporarily closed!
(Posted 09th March 2023) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that the Breede River Campsite inside the Bontebok National Park is temporarily closed. The Breede River, which flows through the National Park, is currently overflowing and as a result, taking the visitor’s safety into account, SANParks has decided to close the campsite adjacent to the river bank. The Breede River […]
Fairmont Expands its Footprint in Sub-Saharan Africa
(Posted 09th March 2023) The property has recently been purchased by Kasada Hospitality Fund LP (“Kasada”), the leading independent real estate private equity platform dedicated to hospitality in Sub-Saharan Africa Featuring an extraordinary location, on the vibrant V&A Waterfront, between an international yacht marina and the working harbour, with the breath-taking Table […]
Join a Three-night walking safari in #Akagera in September 2023
(Posted 09th March 2023) © Lowveld Trails Company (Pty) Ltd Leave the road behind and traverse through Akagera’s rolling hills and wild open plains on an exclusive 3-night guided walking safari This September 2023 join us on an exclusive Three-night walking safari in Akagera National Park, guided by Wayne Te Brake. Accessing areas […]
#EthiopianAirlines to start direct flight to #Karachi
(Posted 09th March 2023) Ethiopian Airlines, the largest airline in Africa, has finalized preparations to launch direct flights to Karachi, Pakistan as of 01st of May 2023. Ethiopian first served Karachi from July 1966 to December 1971, and resumed the service from June 1993 until July 2004. The upcoming flight will be operated […]
Saint Lucia to host World Travel Awards Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2023
(Posted 09th March 2023) Saint Lucia to host World Travel Awards Caribbean & The Americas Gala Ceremony 2023 09th of March 2023 (Pictured: Lorine Charles-St Jules, CEO, Saint Lucia Tourism Authority and Graham Cooke, Founder, WTA at ITB Berlin 2023) World Travel Awards (WTA) has revealed that the paradise island of Saint Lucia will host […]
Alain St. Ange talks about New Initiatives for Tourism at #ITB2023
(Posted 09th March 2023) Alain St. Ange proves his worth to be invited keynote speaker at #ITB2023 Alain St.Ange, the former Seychelles Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine took to the podium at the PATWA World Tourism and Aviation Leaders Summit to speak on the important topic of ‘New Initiatives […]
#ElewanaCollection takes 30 percent off their regular rates
(Posted 09th March 20230 Booking Window: 7th – 20th March 2023 Travel Period: 7th March – 31st May & 1st November – 15th December 2023 Offer applicable to minimum two night stay Applicable to new bookings only Offer valid for bush properties only All confirmed bookings are non-refundable and full cancellation fees will apply […]
Regional Tourism Critical to Africa’s Post-Covid Recovery
(Posted 09th March 2023) MARCH 2023 | Issue 23-03 The Meetings and Events industry is leading the charge for African tourism recovery. Additionally, as new traveller trends emerge, destinations will need to evolve to meet new demands; identify new audiences and product offerings. MEETINGS AFRICA 2023: REAL BUSINESS, SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES, AND CULTURAL HERITAGE […]
Don’t forget to enter the 5th Africa Youth In Tourism Summit & Innovation Challenge
(Posted 09th March 2023) YOUTH IN TOURISM INNOVATION CHALLENGE African innovators, there is still time to submit your project. The deadline has been extended to March 14, 2023, just 5 days from today. Youth In Tourism Innovation Challenge is a unique platform that allows innovative African youth in travel and tourism who are […]
Alain St. Ange meets global tourism heavyweights at #ITB2023 and gets a surprise award
(Posted 09th March 2023) The Hon. Peninah Malonza OGW, the Kenya Cabinet Secretary (Minister) for Tourism, Wildlife and Heritage met with Alain St.Ange, the former Seychelles’ Minister for Tourism, Aviation, Ports and Marine and present head of his Saint Ange Consultancy during ITB 2023. This meeting at the Kenya Stand was done just […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 09th March 2023) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Standard Bank is Africa’s most valuable banking brand Business Ghana Standard Bank Group, the parent company of Stanbic Bank Ghana, has for the second consecutive year been ranked the most valuable banking brand on the African continent. According to a new report from leading […]
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 09th March 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
Passenger Demand Stays Strong in January
(Posted 08th March 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the recovery in air travel demand is continuing in 2023, based on January traffic results. Total traffic in January 2023 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose 67.0% compared to January 2022. Globally, traffic is now at 84.2% of January 2019 […]
Join the Global Restaurant Investment Forum in Riyadh from 07th to 09th of May
(Posted 08th March 2023) GRIF – the Global Restaurant Investment Forum has returned to Riyadh with a more extensive program than ever before. If you too have a growing appetite for Saudi’s sensational restaurant investment landscape, you do not want to miss this one. GRIF will take place across 07th to 09th […]
Pitch your Startup to Investors at the Invest in Africa Summit 2023
(Posted 08th March 2023) Call For African Startups Pitch Your Startup Infront of International Investors Dear ATCNews Readers, dear partners Are you a startup in Africa looking to gain access to markets and investment? We have some exciting news for you! Invest in Africa Summit 2023 is inviting startups and […]
#BrusselsAirlines operates an all female flight on International Womens’ Day
(Posted 08th March 2023) A Brussels Airlines Airbus A319 flew from Brussels Airport to Marseille this morning with two women in the cockpit. Before departure, the passengers’ baggage was also handled by an all-female team from Alyzia and the flight was boarded by an all-female passenger services team from Brussels Airlines. With this […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Airlink to increase flights to St Helena!
(Posted 08th March 2023) South African regional carrier Airlink is set to increase flights to the island of St Helena, a British overseas territory located in the South Atlantic Ocean. During the 2023/24 Southern summer season, from… READ MORE
#Capa’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
(Posted 08th March 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
#WTMAfrica2023 – Do your competitors want you there? Or not?
(Posted 08th March 2023) Attend WTM Africa – and get ahead of your competitors Dear ATCNews Readers and friends, With new trends, ideas and offerings cropping up each year, travel and tourism remains a highly competitive industry. To stay relevant, it’s important to keep an even keel and a keen eye on […]
Air Cargo Makes a Soft Start to 2023
(Posted 07th March 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for January 2023 global air cargo markets showing that air cargo demand declined as economic headwinds persist. Global demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometers (CTKs*), fell 14.9% compared to January 2022 (-16.2% for international operations). Capacity (measured in available cargo tonne-kilometers, ACTK) […]
#Airlink appoints Aviareps as GSA in North America and Asia
(Posted 07th March 2023) Airlink has appointed AVIAREPS as its General Sales Agent in its important North American and Asian source markets. As a result, Airlink is now represented by AVIAREPS in 39 international markets on all five continents in a partnership to optimise Airlink’s footprint, grow its sales in key international markets […]
Qatar Airways Reveals Seven New Destinations, 11 Resumptions and 35 Frequency Increases at ITB Berlin 2023
(Posted 07th March 2023) Qatar Airways drew major attention on the opening day of ITB Berlin 2023, the world’s largest international travel and tourism trade show, as the World’s Best Airline’s Group Chief Executive, Mr. Akbar Al Baker, unveiled new destinations, and announced flight resumptions and frequency increases during a press conference held […]
#Uganda lifts C19 checks for inbound travelers at Entebbe but outbound passengers remain under orders
(Posted 07th March 2023) Information became available earlier today that the Ugandan Ministry of Health has written to the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority, directing them to abolish health checks for Covid19 documents such as vaccination certificates or PCR tests for arriving passengers. However, departing passengers from Uganda continue to require either a valid […]
#VoyagesAfriq gives definitive guide for Africa’s participation at #ITB2023
(Posted 07th March 2023 with permission from VoyagesAfriq) BY: KOJO BENTUM WILLIAMS MARCH 7, 2023 The return of the world’s leading travel show, ITB is a few hours from opening its doors to the world again. VoyagesAfriq, the continent’s leading travel, and tourism will be offering unparalleled coverage of Africa’s diverse and […]
TravelComments.com – Saudi Arabia: Saudia to launch flights to South Africa!
(Posted 07th March 2023) The national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, Saudia, has announced the launch of direct flights to Johannesburg in South Africa later this year. The route development, which also includes the introduction of new services to… READ MORE
Registration is now Open for the 11th AFRAA Aviation Stakeholders Convention
(Posted 07th March 2023) Registration is now open for the 11th Aviation Stakeholders’ Convention (ASC). Graciously hosted by Ethiopian Airlines, this year’s Convention will take place from 07 th to 09th of May 2023 at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel in Addis, Ababa – Ethiopia. The Convention, which will be held under […]
IATA Releases 2022 Airline Safety Performance
(Posted 07th March 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its 2022 Safety Report for global aviation. The report showed a reduction in the number of fatal accidents and the fatality risk, compared to 2021 and to the five year average (2018-2022). From this year, the Safety Report has been re-invented as an online […]
Kyaninga Lodge publishes calendar for charity sporting events in 2023
(Posted 07th March 2023) Uganda’s Kyaninga Lodge, already well known for their past sporting activities and support – prior to the pandemic – has just published a calendar of sporting events sponsored by them, themed ‘Ride the Rift‘ and ‘Run the Rift‘, obviously meaning the Rift Valley which Westernmost arm is located in […]
Qatar Airways and Qatar Tourism Partner to Deliver Qatar International Food Festival 2023
(Posted 07th March 2023) Qatar Airways and Qatar Tourism have announced the 12th Qatar International Food Festival (QIFF) will take place from 11th to the 21st of March at a new waterfront location in Qatar’s newest city, Lusail. The world-class festival is set to bring together many unique culinary experiences, featuring the biggest […]
