#Kenya prepares to commemorate the end of World War I
Notification of the 2018 Remembrance Events in Kenya. In November Kenya will commemorate 100 years since the end of the First World War. This is an event that is being commemorated not only in Kenya but Worldwide. One million out of the then population of four million Kenyans were somehow involved in the First World […]
#ReunionIsland tourism works the German and Swiss market before Top Resa

REUNION TOURISM SET FOR ROADSHOW IN GERMANY (Posted 26th September 2018) Reunion Island Tourism (IRT) and its partner promoted the destination and strengthened its intense and attractive image, all aimed to increase bookings and sales for Reunion, through the following cities: Leipzig – LA PLAYA Beach Club Hamburg – Hamburg del Mar Basel (Switzerland) – […]
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
#Seychelles’ new tourism bill heading to national assembly

NEW TOURISM BILL TO INTRODUCE NEW RATING REGULATIONS IN SEYCHELLES (Posted 26th September 2018) The Seychelles’ cabinet has reportedly approved the new draft tourism bill which will in the near future be presented in the national assembly. Some of the key changes will be a new hotel rating system which, when the bill has been […]
The third #TourismTattler Magazine is now available

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#CAPA and #QatarAirways join hands
#AVIATION | AEROPOLITICAL | REGULATORY SUMMIT TO BE HELD IN #DOHA NEXT FEBRUARY (Posted 25th September 2018) Five star airline Qatar Airways and CAPA have come together to prepare for an inaugural aviation conference event next February. Between the 05th and 06th of February 2019 are industry leaders expected to descend on Qatar’s capital Doha […]
Don’t miss the inaugural International Travel and Tourism Awards at #WTMLondon
Everyone’s talking about the International Travel & Tourism Awards — and tickets to the evening ceremony on Tuesday 6 November are going fast. Book yours now to join Big Bus Tours, CNN International, Telegraph Media Group, UNWTO and World Tourism Cities Federation for the travel party of the year. Along with other well-known travel brands […]
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
#AirSeychelles promotes four Seychellois to Captain

FOUR SEYCHELLOIS PILOTS MAKE #CAPTAIN ON THE #AIRBUS #A320 (Posted 25th September 2018) Air Seychelles, the national airline of Seychelles, has announced the promotion of four Seychellois pilots to the rank of Captain on its international fleet. Captains Ronny Morel, Anthony d’Offay, Archille Young and Randy Francoise were presented with their commander’s bars earlier today […]
#EthiopianAirlines gets ‘Best African Airline’ award at Arabian Travel Awards

ANOTHER FEATHER IN THE HAT AS #ETHIOPIAN NAMED ‘BEST AFRICAN AIRLINE‘ AT ARABIAN TRAVEL AWARDS CEREMONY IN #DUBAI (Posted 25th September 2018) Ethiopian Airlines, the largest aviation group in Africa has announced that it has been crowned “Best African Airline” at the Arabian Travel Awards 2018, the second edition of Arabian Travel Awards, held on […]
#Atta head office moves to new location
ATTA HEAD OFFICE MOVES TO HOLLAND PARK (Posted 25th September 2018) Africa’s leading tourism trade association, the African Travel and Tourism Association or in short Atta, will move offices tomorrow, 26th of September to a new location at Holland Park. The offices will remain closed for the day but reopen on Thursday with all contact […]
#Zimbabwe retains Tourism Minister in new cabinet
Another edition of #ATQNews from #Nigeria and beyond AKWAABA 2018 Brought Me Back From London, Then Took Me Back To Namibia! You see, for me, not every event is worth attending, and certainly not every event attended is worth writing about. However, it’s an A+ in both departments when it comes to events organised by […]
#WTMLondon to host Ministerial Summit

INNOVATION AND TECHNOLOGY INVESTMENT HIGH ON MINISTERIAL AGENDA (Posted 24th September 2018) Investment in innovation and smart management for tourism will form the major theme of the Ministerial Summit of this year’s World Travel Market, to be held in London, UK (6 November 2018). The 2018 Summit, a joint initiative of World Travel Market and […]
#Marriott’s new merged loyalty programme rolls out first joint promotion
MORE REWARDS FOR MARRIOTT LOYALTY PROGRAMME MEMBERS (Posted 24th September 2018) Under the recently unified loyalty programs, Marriott Rewards, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards, and SPG members can combine their accounts giving them one account number Marriott International (www.Marriott.com) celebrates its recently unified loyalty programs – Marriott Rewards, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards and Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG), with […]
#IATA offers management training courses
END 2018 WITH A SIMILAR GREAT EXPERIENCE! Courses Subject Areas Locations Dates Network, Fleet and Schedule Planning Airline Management Geneva, Switzerland 1 – 5 Oct Air Transport Economics Airline Management Singapore 1 – 5 Oct Aviation and the Environment – Managing Green Airports Environment Singapore 1 – 5 Oct Slots Aeroportuarios y Coordinación de Frecuencias […]
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
e-Swatini’s elections free, fair and peaceful
FORMER #SEYCHELLES PRESIDENT JAMES ALIX MICHEL PRESENTS PRELIMINARY ELECTION REPORT (Posted 24th September 2018) e-Swatini, formerly known as the Kingdom of Swaziland, just concluded a general election and former Seychelles’ President Michel headed the African Union Observer Mission. The following statement was issued by him and his team, applauding the professional conduct of the national […]
The Saint Ange Tourism Report – Volume 2 Edition 38 of 2018
ENJOY THE LATEST EDITION OF THE #SAINTANGE TOURISM REPORT FRESH FROM THE #SEYCHELLES AND THE OTHER #INDIANOCEAN ISLANDS (Posted 23rd September 2018) The Editorial this week highlights: a. Tourism Festival in Seychelles move to Praslin & La Digue. b.Oktoberfest in Seychelles. c. Car Hire Operators Association and Taxi Association meet to work as one d. […]
East African Safari Classic Rally sets dates for 2019 event
ENTRIES FOR #EASCR2019 OPEN NEXT WEDNESDAY (Posted 23rd September 2018) The dates for the much awaited 2019 event have now been released and the East African Safari Classic Rally will take place between the 27th of November and the 06th of December next year. 2019 will see the ninth edition of this classic safari rally […]
#KLM axes #Freetown and #Monrovia in favour of #LasVegas

KLM MOVES CAPACITY FOR SUMMER 2019 FROM #AFRICA TO THE #USA (Posted 22nd September 2018) Come 29th of March next year will KLM halt their flights to Freetown / Sierra Leone and Monrovia / Liberia to us freed aircraft capacity and instead launch a new service to Las Vegas which will operate three times a […]
Ndege News – September 2018 to November 2018
Enjoy the latest Ndege News from Air Kenya by simply clicking on www.ndegenews.com or copy / paste the web address in your browser
The Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News Updates
ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily aviation news, courtesy of #CAPA, by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
Exceptional #Akwaaba #AfricanTravel Market 2018
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. Air Peace Assures air travellers on projecting Nigeria’s image in global aviation industry World Tourism Day 2018 marked by UNWTO and […]
Scores dead as another ferry accident on Lake Victoria hits Tanzania

COMPLACENCY BLAMED FOR ANOTHER TRAGIC LAKE ACCIDENT (Posted 21st September 2018) (File photo of MV Nyerere) Another marine disaster has struck Tanzania when the ferry MV Nyerere sunk enroute from Ukara Island to the town of Bugolora. The ferry reportedly capsized and at news in speak of at least 37 dead with many other passengers […]
#AirAustral’s partnership with #AirMadagascar leads to new route

NEW ROUTE TO BE LAUNCHED FROM #REUNIONISLAND TO #MADAGASCAR (Posted 21st September 2018) Information has come to light that the partnership between Air Austral and Air Madagascar has led to the decision to launch a new route between Madagascar and Reunion, launching in early December this year. The new service, using a Boeing B737-8, will […]
As #Nigeria’s national airline plans flop who will be next to follow

#FARNBOROUGH ANNOUNCEMENT NIXED AS NIGERIA PUTS A STOP TO NATIONAL AIRLINE PLANS (Posted 21st September 2018) Mighty Nigeria appears to be the first African nation to halt plans for the revival of a national airline, a project announced with much fanfare at the Farnborough Air Show in Britain earlier this year. Facing reality, likely after […]
#WTMLatinAmerica2019 – your ‘launch pad’ for the South American market
Are you aware of what’s new in the market? Just in 2017 there were 1 billion* travel-related searches on Google. This indicates that Brazilians are more interested in traveling and that tourism professionals have to be increasingly prepared to meet the needs of these new consumers. *Google data Discover a world of opportunities Being aware […]
#Atta #Arusha networking session
Arusha Sundowner Networking You are invited to join Atta for a sundowner, hosted at Legendary Lodge. Where: Legendary Lodge, Selian Coffee Estate, Arusha When: Wednesday 10th October 2018 – 18:30 to 22:00 Drinks & Snacks Provided
#Nairobi Now – All there is to know ahead of a visit to #Kenya
NAIROBI NOW’S LATEST UPDATES ABOUT THE WHAT, WHERE AND WHEN IN KENYA (Posted 20th September 2018) Dear ATC Readers, Welcome to this week’s Nairobi Now newsletter! You can always access Nairobi Now and get in touch with them through twitter, facebook or their blog. Also, email them to submit your events or suggest new ideas […]
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