#IATA confirms strong cargo demand
Strong Cargo Demand Continues in July The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released July 2021 data for global air cargo markets showing that demand continued its strong growth trend. As comparisons between 2021 and 2020 monthly results are distorted by the extraordinary impact of COVID-19, unless otherwise noted, all comparisons to follow are to June […]
TravelComments.com – Qantas will resume flights between Australia South Africa in 2022!
The flag carrier of Australia, Qantas, has provided more detail on preparations for restarting its international flights, with plans linked to the vaccine rollout in Australia and key overseas markets. Australia is expected reach the critical threshold of 80% of the adult population fully vaccinated in December 2021 (“National Cabinet’s Phase C”), triggering the gradual […]
TravelComments.com – Covid-19: Malawi has eased entry restrictions!
Malawi has relaxed the requirements for travellers intending to visit the country with immediate effect (27 August 2021). Travellers are no longer required to obtain a waiver from the Ministry of Health, but are required to… [READ MORE]
TravelComments.com – Covid-19: Mozambique eases some of the preventive measures!
Mozambique’s President Filipe Nyusi announced in an address to the nation on 27 August 2021 the easing of several preventive measures to curb the spread of Covid-19 in the country. Schools in Mozambique are allowed to re-open, but… [READ MORE]
#BrusselsAirlines increases winter sun destinations
BRUSSELS AIRLINES EYES MORE WINTERDESTINATIONS FOR SUN SEEKERS (Posted 29th August 2021) Brussels Airlines sees an increase in the demand for winter-sun destinations from both individual passengers and travel agents. As of 30th of September Brussels Airlines adds Marrakech to its flight offer. As from 31st of October also flights to winter-sun destinations Lanzarote & […]
#VoyagesAfriq Tourism News Updates from across Africa
World Tourism Day 2021: Official Message by Secretary-General of UNWTO The human desire to travel and explore is universal, which is why tourism must be open for everyone to enjoy. So too must the many social and economic benefits that tourism brings be available to everybody. World Tourism Day 2021 highlights the power of ‘Tourism […]
#IATA backs European Digital COVID19 Certificate as Global Standard
IATA Backs European Digital Covid Certificate as Global Standard The International Air Transport Association (IATA) commended the European Commission for its leadership and speed in delivering the EU Digital COVID Certificate (DCC) and urged states to make it their global standard for digital vaccine certificates. “The DCC was delivered in record time to help facilitate […]
Brussels Airport News Updates
COVID-19 Test Centre Do you need a COVID-19 test for your next trip or your arrival in Belgium? At Brussels Airport you can get a COVID-19 PCR-test in one of the 2 Ecolog test centres. The test centre for departing passengers is located just outside the departure terminal; the test centre for arriving passengers is […]
Achola Rosario ventures out in search of a veritable feast
GOOD FOOD PUTS ACHOLA ROSARIO ALWAYS IN A GOOD MOOD … By Achola Rosario, Contributing Editor at www.ATCNews.org (Posted 29th August 2021) I always knew myself to be a naturally greedy person; my mother put me on a diet when I was 10. But for the first time in my life, I have met my […]
TravelComments.com – Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) has announced the dates for the annual “Mpumalanga Parks Week”!
The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) has announced the dates for the Mpumalanga Parks Week 2021. The week-long event will take place from 13 – 17 September 2021. During the week, South African citizens will have free access to… [READ MORE]
TravelComments.com – Namibia: FlyWestair has launched flights between Windhoek Katima Mulilo!
Namibian privately-owned passenger airline FlyWestair has launched a new service to Namibia’s Zambezi Region. The airline is now offering three weekly flights on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays between Eros Airport (ERS) in Windhoek and Katima Mulilo Airport (MPA) in Katima Mulilo. Flights depart Windhoek at… [READ MORE]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Comair to re-start kulula and British Airways flights!
South African airline Comair, which operates the low-cost kulula brand and a local franchise of British Airways, has announced that it will be back in the skies again from 01 September 2021 as planned. The airline temporarily suspended operations on 05 July 2021 in response to the implementation of an adjusted Level 4 lockdown in […]
TravelComments.com – Zimbabwe: Air Zimbabwe to resume flights between Harare Johannesburg!
Zimbabwe’s flag carrier, Air Zimbabwe, is set to resume flights to Johannesburg in South Africa. According to Bulawayo24, a Zimbabwean online news resource from Bulawayo, the airline has placed advertisements in local newspapers on… [READ MORE]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: South African Airways to resume operations!
South Africa’s national carrier, South African Airways (SAA), which is now 51% privately owned by the Takatso Consortium, has announced the resumption of domestic and regional services. Effective from… [READ MORE]
TravelComments.com – Covid-19: Zimbabwe further extends the current level four lockdown!
Zimbabwe’s President Emmerson Mnangagwa has further extended the enhanced level four lockdown to curb the spread of Covid-19 in Zimbabwe by another two weeks. According to the country’s Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, Monica Mutsvangwa, there has been… [READ MORE]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Seasonal rainfall & temperature outlook (August – December 2021)!
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has released the Seasonal Climate Watch for the period August 2021 to December 2021. According to the multi-model rainfall forecast, South Africa’s north-eastern half will mostly experience… [READ MORE]
TravelComments.com – Emirates & CemAir have signed an interline agreement!
South African domestic and regional carrier CemAir and the largest airline and flag carrier of the United Arab Emirates, Emirates, have signed an interline agreement. This marks the first partnership between both airlines, and Emirates’ fourth airline partnership* in South Africa…. [READ MORE]
#IATA integrates EU and UK digital vaccination certificats into IATA Travel Pass
EU and UK Digital Covid Certificates Recognized by IATA Travel Pass The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has announced that the EU Digital COVID Certificate (DCC) and UK NHS COVID Pass can now be uploaded into IATA Travel Pass as verified proof of vaccination for travel. Travelers holding an EU DCC or UK NHS COVID […]
#IATA critizises governments for witholding repatriation of funds
Blocked Airline Funds Could Slow Recovery The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments to abide by international agreements and treaty obligations to enable airlines to repatriate close to nearly $1 billion in blocked funds from the sale of tickets, cargo space, and other activities. “Governments are preventing nearly $1 billion of airline revenues from […]
#IndiaOutbound News Updates
About India Outbound Magazine India Outbound, a brand of Media India Group, is India’s only B2B travel media platform, that encompasses a print magazine, a website, an online TV channel and dynamic social media platforms, entirely dedicated to the promotion of foreign destinations and products in India. India Outbound is a niche platform not just […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: CemAir to launch flights between Cape Town Hoedspruit!
South African domestic and regional carrier CemAir is set to launch a new service between Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town and Hoedspruit Airport (HDS) in Hoedspruit, Limpopo Province. Effective from… [READ MORE]
TravelComments.com – Lufthansa Group to increase flights to South Africa!
Following the recategorizing of South Africa as a Covid-19 high risk country from 01 August 2021 by the German Government and the easing of travel restrictions, the Lufthansa Group has revised its schedules by increasing the number flights to South Africa. Effective… [READ MORE]
Corporate Council on Africa News Updates
TOURISM Islamic capital fuels Nairobi’s hotel boom Daily Nation It is Nairobi’s hoi polloi wisdom that the money, which has changed Nairobi’s hotel skyline is suspect, pirated or driven by huge Somali diaspora remittances for the decades of calm in Kenya rather than head to Mogadishu…Read more>> Mauritius Offers Possible Template for Return of International […]
#BrusselsAirlines – Traveling made easy
DIGITAL ACCESS MAKES TRAVEL WITH BRUSSELS AIRLINES EASIER (Posted 18th August 2021) Brussels Airlines wants to make traveling by air easy and accessible again by helping its guests to bring the right documents. Because of the constantly changing travel restrictions and the many differences in the documents asked by immigration offices in and outside of […]
#VoyagesAfriq – Africa Tourism News Updates
Botswana rolls out e-visa regime to boost tourism and investments The Ministry of Nationality, Immigration and Gender Affairs through the Department of Immigration and Citizenship has launched the Online Visa Application Platform. Speaking during the launch, the Minister of Nationality, Immigration and Gender Affairs Ms. Anna Mokgethi said through the platform applicants will be able […]
#AFRAA – African aviation updates
African airlines’ performance updates by AFRAA – July 2021 The African continent continues to witness a significant increase in number of Covid 19 cases. The situation seems to be getting out of control especially in South Africa where daily infection has now exceeded 15,000 cases. Some African governments are resorting to lockdowns again as a […]
Radisson opens 16th hotel in South Africa
RADISSON HOTEL MIDDELBURG TO OPEN IN 2023 (Posted 17th August 2021) Radisson Hotel Group (www.RadissonHotelGroup.com) announced the signing of Radisson Hotel Middelburg as part of the Group’s ambitious expansion plan in South Africa. Set to open at the end of 2023, the hotel boosts the Group’s South African portfolio to 16 hotels in operation and […]
#CoastalAviation Network Updates
An Update from us on Schedule & Fares At Coastal Aviation we are constantly at work, fine-tuning our vast network, or enabling new connections, in order to supply you with endless flying safari options, with the usual reliability and comfort we are known for. ? We believe this newsletter will help us keep you more […]
#Laikipia Wildlife Forum News Updates
July Edition 2021 WATER Promoting Conservation Farming as Part of Smart Water Agriculture Conservation farming seems to be the perfect solution. Conservation farming is an approach in which soil management practices are reduced to a minimum, thus preserving the soil properties and natural biodiversity. Article continues here 0.5 MM Dam Liner Specifications Dam liners are […]
#BrusselsAirport News Updates
Travelling to Belgium Are you coming to Belgium soon? Then remember to fill in your Passenger Location Form 48 hours before arrival. For high-risk countries, it is currently recommended not to travel to Belgium unless there are essential reasons. In addition to the PLF form, you should then also undergo a PCR test 72 hours […]
