#ITTA – International Travel & Tourism Awards – at #WTMLondon this year
Have you booked your ticket for the prestigious International Travel & Tourism Awards? Taking place on the evening of Tuesday 6 November at the iconic Tobacco Dock, the first ever International Travel & Tourism Awards is the place to be seen. The evening will include an interactive appearance by special guest, Cirque du Soleil. We […]
#IATA’s #Aviation HR Report now available for download
The aviation industry is rapidly evolving. As it does, the demand for talent within the industry- from customer service to ground operations – will also evolve. But what does the future demand for talent look like, and how well prepared is the industry to conquer upcoming challenges? Find out in the IATA Aviation Human Resources […]
The Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily aviation news, courtesy of #CAPA, by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
Cultural Tourism needs technology and innovation too says #UNWTO
CULTURAL TOURISM TO GET BOOST THROUGH NEW TECHNOLOGIES (Posted 09th October 2018) Seeking to advance use of innovation and cutting-edge technologies into cultural tourism practices, destinations and products, the International Seminar on Harnessing Cultural Tourism through Innovation and Technology will be held in Hamedan, Iran alongside the 40th UNWTO Affiliate Members Plenary Session (12-14 November […]
#ReunionIsland sees six more hospitality businesses ‘Eco Certified’
EUROPEAN ECOLABEL GRANTED TO SIX HOTELS IN REUNION (Posted 09th October 2018) It is the most demanding ecological certification of the European market. Reunion is the first Overseas department in number of establishments labeled and to date has eight hotels bearing the "European Ecolabel" certification. IRT, short for Isle de Reunion Tourisme, has teamed up […]
#UNWTO – Digital Transformation key to the future
Digital Transformation & Innovation Take Spotlight on World Tourism Day 2018 World Tourism Day 2018 was observed in Budapest, Hungary (27 September 2018) with the official celebration focusing on the digital transformation in tourism, a World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) priority. The event examined how investment in new technology provides the sector with opportunities for innovation. […]
Fastjet re-captures another World Travel Awards trophy
#AFRICA’S LEADING LOW COST CARRIER IS … #FASTJET (Posted 09th October 2018) fastjet customers vote airline into win at the World Travel Awards for the third successive year but does the Tanzanian government listen? African low fare but high value airline Fastjet last weekend added to its growing awards tally when it was recognized as […]
Ethiopian receives award for best lease deal in #Africa
ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES BAGS ANOTHER GLOBAL AWARD (Posted 09th October 2018) Ethiopian Airlines, the largest aviation group in Africa, the continent’s leading Star Alliance member and SKYTRAX Certified Four Star Global Airline, has just announced that it has won the Aviation 100 “Africa Lease Deal of the Year 2018” award by Airline Economics Magazine during the […]
#SafariSevens major sports tourism events
EASTERN AND SOUTHERN AFRICA’S TRAVEL INDUSTRY BENEFIT FROM SAFARI SEVENS TOURNAMENTS (Posted 09th October 2018) Article courtesy of Tourism Update Rugby sevens in Southern and East Africa has gained much-deserved momentum over the recent years and, with it, drawing in more and more spectators, many of whom are international tourists. According to Judy Lain, Wesgro’s […]
#AccorHotels – A Year of record growth in #Africa
Courtesy of TopHotelNews … AccorHotels: A Record Year of Growth and Development in Africa Straight from the African Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF) in Nairobi, AccorHotels, the world’s leading travel & lifestyle group, announced a record year of development in Africa. AccorHotels is the largest operator in Africa with a network of over 150 hotels in […]
#IATA Training Opportunities
November Courses Locations Dates Dangerous Goods Regulations – Recurrent Shanghai, China Singapore Geneva, Switzerland 7 – 9 Nov 7 – 9 Nov 21 – 23 Nov Dangerous Goods Management and Regulatory Updates Singapore Geneva, Switzerland 8 – 9 Nov 12 – 13 Nov Dangerous Goods Regulations – Initial (Chinese) Shanghai, China 12 – 16 Nov […]
The Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily aviation news, courtesy of #CAPA, by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
#GlobalWarming poses massive challenge to #Africa according to #OXFAM
AFRICA HARD HIT BY GLOBAL WARMING AS FOOD PRODUCTION AND ENVIRONMENT DECLINE (Posted 09th November 2018) Rising temperatures will push millions of people in Africa into poverty and hunger unless governments take swift action Climate change has set our planet on fire, millions are already feeling the impacts Today, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change […]
#CoastalAviation advises of new measures at #Arusha Municipal Airport
Dear ATCNews Readers, We have recently been advised that with immediate effect, enhanced security measures have been put in place at Arusha airport, Tanzania, with regards to the handling of cargo and envelopes. Our understanding of the rules is as follows: Any cargo/envelope from Arusha to any destination will be inspected by TRA officers or […]
The Saint Ange Tourism Report – Volume 2 Edition 40 of 2018
ENJOY THE LATEST EDITION OF THE #SAINTANGE TOURISM REPORT FRESH FROM THE #SEYCHELLES AND THE OTHER #INDIANOCEAN ISLANDS (Posted 09th October 2018) The Editorial this week highlights: a. Working visit to Mauritius. b. Seychelles targets increased visibility in the French market. c. Leasehold versus Freehold for hotel operating licenses in Seychelles. d. Meeting with Azeddine […]
#Africa Diaspora Tourism Conference to take place at 15th #Akwaaba Travel market in partnership with ADWT
Another edition of #ATQNews from #Nigeria and beyond ATQnews.com a member of Travel Media Group. This is the online platform for African Travel Quarterly (ATQ), the first Travel magazine in West Africa which solely focuses on travel and tourism issues. It started publishing offline about 10 years ago. ATQnews.com features reports that cover a wide […]
#Travelife rollout in Africa enters new phase
TRAVELIFE STEPS UP PUBLICITY CAMPAIGN AND TRAINING FOR AFRICAN STAKEHOLDERS (Posted 08th October 2018) Travelife is currently working with relevant stakeholders to organize a training in various markets in January of next year. In the meantime as many stakeholders have already done – can new parties sign up now and begin the Travelife process online. […]
Indian Ocean winners of the travel Oscars announced
… AND THE WINNERS ARE … (Posted 08th October 2018) The award ceremony for the 2018 travel Oscars took place last weekend in Durban / South Africa. During the ceremony were not only the African mainland winners announced but also the winners of the Indian Ocean region with the two award ceremonies combined. https://atcnews.org/2018/10/07/the-world-travel-awards-africa-2018-go-to-familiar-names/ Air […]
#PrecisionAir offers #PAA members added value
PAA ROYAL MEMBERS TO ENJOY DISCOUNTS FROM GSM (Posted 07th October 2018) Tanzania’s leading airline Precision Air continues to add value to its frequent flyer Program PAA ROYAL. The airline has just introduced more benefits for members and this time Precision Air has gone to the next level by signing a partnership with GSM TANZANIA […]
The World Travel Awards Africa 2018 go to familiar names
WORLD TRAVEL AWARD CEREMONY IN #DURBAN CELEBRATES EXCELLENCE (Posted 07th October 2018) Congratulations are in order for Gamewatchers / Porini which last night was handed the award for being the continental winner of Africa’s Responsible Tourism Award, a major honour and also recognition for the work done by the company and its founders Jake Grieves […]
#Burundi starts work on improved drainage around #Bujumbura airport
DRAINAGE WORKS TO AVOID FUTURE FLOODING OF AIRPORT INSTALLATIONS (Posted 07th October 2018) (Picture courtesy of Wikipedia) Following repeated flooding of sections of Bujumbura’s international airport (IATA: BJM / ICAO HBBA) in the past has work finally started last week to improve drainage around the airport area. Located at an elevation of 787 metres above […]
#FlyUganda prepares for scheduled flights to Bwindi
MORE SCHEDULED FLIGHTS IMPROVE #BWINDI’S AIR CONNECTIVITY (Posted 07th October 2018) Fly Uganda, formerly known as the Kampala Aero Club and Flight Training Centre, based in Kajjansi – enroute from Kampala to Entebbe – has announced the launch of thrice weekly scheduled flights to Kihihi. While more distant than the Kayonza Tea Estate airfield – […]
#Uganda’s Julius Obwona wins the Prince William Award
DUKE OF CAMBRIDGE’S ‘TUSK WILDLIFE RANGER AWARD‘ GOES TO UGANDAN PARK RANGER (Posted 06th October 2018) Uganda’s conservation fraternity will wake up this morning to the news that one of the Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers, Julius Obwona, has been awarded the Tusk Wildlife Ranger Award by Prince William who is the Duke of Cambridge and […]
#ReunionIsland courts German market with special flight offers
CONNECTIVITY FROM GERMANY KEY TO BRINGING MORE VISITORS TO REUNION (Posted 06th October 2018) Reunion Island Tourism in partnership with Air France offers special fares for flights from nine cities in Germany to Reunion. This operation is launched in parallel with the communication campaign presenting Reunion’s new promotional film on German TV channels and on […]
#CoastalAviation invites ATCNews readers to ‘Webinar’
Dear ATCNews Readers, We would like to invite you to join Shafiul Syed, the Managing Director of Coastal Aviation, and the commercial team for a Trade Webinar on the 15th of October at 4 PM East African Time. The webinar will provide updates on our latest Safety Measures, operations and product developments. After the formal […]
#Nigeria Travel Week #NTW2018 Second edition just weeks away
SIX WEEKS AND COUNTING AS #NTW2018 PREPARATIONS GO INTO OVERDRIVE (Posted 06th October 2018) The second edition of Nigeria Travel Week brings together aviation professionals, travel consultants, tour operators, hoteliers, restaurateurs, curators, travel tech and other tourism stakeholders to discuss trends and solutions for growth of the tourism industry in Nigeria and Africa. Just like […]
#OlPejeta Escapes
Did the gorilla permit fee hike affect tourism numbers in #Rwanda?
Another edition of #ATQNews from #Nigeria and beyond Nigerian Journalists have applauded the appointment of former Director General, Nigeria Tourism Development Commission, Otunba Olusegun Runsewe and other professionals into key areas in the industry. Overland Airways Adds Niamey To Network Art Helped Valentino Dixon Get Out Of Prison After 27 Years For A Crime He […]
#Balala joins #Hilton’s Nassetta to officially open #Nairobi’s first Garden Inn
HILTON’S FIRST GARDEN INN OPENS IN NAIROBI AS HOTEL GROUP EYES FURTHER EXPANSION (Posted 05th October 2018) The Hilton Garden Inn, Hilton’s midscale yet affordable global brand of hotels, today celebrated the official opening of Hilton Garden Inn Nairobi Airport. The 175-room hotel marks the arrival of the Hilton Garden Inn brand in Kenya, and […]
The Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily aviation news, courtesy of #CAPA, by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
