#Kigali #SiAA2018 Conference – registration now open
The 6th Safety in African Aviation (SiAA) Conference will be held in Kigali, Rwanda on 13 & 14 September. Book your place today and save up to 20%. The early bird special of US$ 350 ends the 30th of July. This year’s conference will provide an independent forum for safety stakeholders to build partnerships, share […]
#UNWTO and #Globalia support #tourism startups with innovative competition
UNWTO AND GLOBALIA LAUNCH NOVEL COMPETITION FOR TOURISM STARTUPS (Posted 26th June 2018) World Tourism Organization and Globalia announce the first and largest worldwide competition for tourism startups This pioneering initiative for the tourism sector reaches out to 164 countries to find startups aiming to transform tourism. Whether tech-based or non-technological, early-stage or more mature, […]
#Reunion island markets key attractions for adventure tourists
Reunion Island | The Top 3 Land-Based Activities Reunion Island holds a variety of wonders to be uncovered by the curious explorer, and it is the unique activities and experiences that set it apart from other tropical destinations. Reunion Island is only a short 4-hour flight with Air Austral and a great visa-free option for […]
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INDUSTRY ANALYSIS Uber’s London court case has ramifications that stretch far beyond Europe and the regulation of ride-sharing operators While experts predict a softer approach to business will likely help see ride-sharing specialist Uber be successful in its appeal to win back its London….. More Air Belgium’s Charleroi selection has shown there is clearly life […]
Flying ‘heavy’ across #Tanzania with #AuricAir? No longer the problem it once was!
Auric Air offers pre-purchase of additional baggage allowance. – Excess Baggage is the additional weight you intend to carry beyond the permitted Free Baggage Allowance. – Excess Baggage is available in slabs of 10kgs. – Excess baggage cost: $60.00 & $30.00. – Cost varies on the route/class booked. – Maximum 4 slabs (40kgs) additional luggage […]
Meet #ChefEshton of the #KampalaSerenaHotel
MEET THE MAN BEHIND THE KAMPALA SERENA HOTEL’S CULINARY SUCCESS (Posted 26th June 2018) (Chef Eshton – one of Africa’s rising culinary stars) Bravely embracing the culinary world at a tender age when the choice to become a Chef in africa was largely shunned, Chef Eshton has made remarkable career leaps placing him as one […]
ATCNews.org now features #CAPA aviation news updates
ATCNEWS.ORG EXPANDING MEDIA PARTNERSHIPS TO PROVIDE MORE #AVIATION CONTENT TO READERS (Posted 26th June 2018) At the recently concluded #AviaDev2018 event in Cape Town did a meeting between old friends take place. Richard Maslen, formerly of Routes and now full time running his own company by the name of Maslen Aviation Consultancy and I both […]
#Ghana Tourism follows through after ‘Women in Tourism Summit’
GHANA TOURISM AUTHORITY AND ‘EVOLVIN’ WOMEN’ SIGN MOU FOLLOWING THE WOMEN IN TOURISM SUMMIT GHANA 2018 (Posted 26th June 2018) The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Evolvin’ Women, a talent sourcing platform for women in hospitality based in the United Arab Emirates. Evolvin’ Women is a social enterprise that […]
The latest #NdegeNews from #AirKenya
Mapping Dolphins and Whales in Watamu Takwa Ruins from Manda Bay Resort A Day’s Hike Samburu Intrepids Samburus are also referred to as butterfly people. This is because we wear bright colors which… Families At A Water Hole The children are overexcited and squabble in the back of the Land Cruiser… Sundowner […]
#ProteaHotels again named #SouthAfrica’s ‘Coolest Hotel Brand’
PROTEA HOTELS RETAINS STANDING IN SOUTH AFRICA (Posted 25th June 2018) In an announcement highlighting the brand’s appeal in the South African market, Marriott International (www.Marriott.com) earlier today announced that Protea Hotels by Marriott® (www.ProteaHotels.com) has been named the country’s Coolest Hotel Brand in the Sunday Times Generation Next Survey 2018. This is the 8th […]
Tourists visiting #Rwanda set for #paramotor experience
PARAMOTORING COMING TO RWANDA (Posted 25th June 2018) The Rwanda Development Board in partnership with the Rwanda Flying Club and the Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority is set to introduce paramotoring or also known as powered paragliding to its adventure tourism offerings. Paramotoring is a form of paragliding where the pilot wears a motor on his […]
#EthiopianAirlines signs major engine deal with General Electric
#US DELEGATION SIGNS MAJOR DEALS WITH ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES WHILE IN ADDIS ABABA (Posted 25th June 2018) U.S. Under Secretary of Commerce Gilbert Kaplan led a large delegation of U.S. businesses and officials from across the U.S. government on a visit to Ethiopian Airlines. Kaplan met with Ethiopian Airlines CEO Tewolde Gebremariam to discuss potential ways […]
Akagera’s Quarterly Newsletter April to June 2018
© KYLE DE NOBREGA AND RUTH NUSSBAUM Welcome to the second quarterly newsletter of 2018. Can you believe we are half way through the year already? The rains finally subsided from a very wet season and the park is probably looking its best. May – June is characterized by lush green vegetation against a backdrop […]
#Africa #Rugby #GoldCup – the official podcast
VIDEO NEWS RELEASE: Official Podcast for the 2018 Africa Gold Cup: Namibia vs Tunisia & Morocco vs. Kenya – Review Show Watch the video
#Rwanda launches cycling tourism in earnest
NEW TOURISM OFFERINGS MAKE DESTINATION RWANDA EVEN MORE ATTRACTIVE (Posted 24th June 2018) When the Congo Nile Trail, a 224 kilometre long stretch along Lake Kivu between Cyangugu and Gisenyi, was launched in late 2011 did neighbouring countries wonder what that was all about. A trail, to be hiked, biked or boated – or of […]
The Saint Ange Tourism Report – Volume 2 Edition 25 of 2018
ENJOY THE LATEST EDITION OF THE #SAINTANGE TOURISM REPORT FRESH FROM THE #SEYCHELLES AND THE OTHER #INDIANOCEAN ISLANDS (Posted 24th June 2018) The Editorial this week highlights: a. 29th June Independence Day of Seychelles and our National Day. b. Air Seychelles confirms the appointment of Charles Johnstone. c. Coco de Mer will be exported – […]
#Uganda’s #Rhino Sanctuary at #Ziwa records another birth
#DISNEY #ANIMALKINGDOM DONATION PAYS OFF AS NANDI’S THIRD CALF GIVES BIRTH FOR THE FIRST TIME (Posted 22nd June 2018) Angie Genade, Executive Director of Uganda’s only rhino sanctuary at Ziwa – run by the Rhino Fund Uganda – and her staff are jubilant as another rhino baby was born the day before yesterday. First time […]
Is #Tanzania shooting herself in the foot with constant tax increases on #tourism services?
TANZANIA’S AIR OPERATORS LAMENT VAT DECISION ON AIR SERVICES (Posted 22nd June 2018) Coastal has just sent out the following information about a likely massive increase in air service bills should VAT become effective on 01st of July this year: Dear Esteemed Customer, We would like to bring to your attention some important changes in […]
#Reunion Tourism says first ever e-Tourism Week a full success
OVER 300 TOURISM STAKEHOLDERS ATTENDED IRT’S FIRST E-TOURISM WEEK (Posted 22nd June 2018) "A TOTAL MAKEOVER!": This was the opinion of the participants of the first edition of the e-Tourism Meetings who were unanimous at the end of the two days of the event. In total, 333 professionals from Reunion Island attended the plenary sessions […]
#Kenya’s Tourism Board exhibits at #BrideAndGroom in #Kampala
KENYA A GREAT HONEYMOON DESTINATION FOR UGANDANS (Posted 22nd June 2018) Kenya is participating in the Bride and Groom Expo 2018 in Uganda which launched today, Friday 22nd and runs until Sunday the 24th of June 2018 at the UMA Exhibition Hall. Kenya is seeking to achieve top of mind awareness of her tourism offering […]
#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 22nd June 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 […]
Ghanaian Airline Africa World #AWA has the highest number of flights into #Nigeria
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. #ACCRAWEIZO2018 SPEAKERS & PANELISTS An Opinion by an Aviation Expert on why the new Uganda Airlines may not work Life span […]
#BreakingNews as #Fastjet secures route rights for #Bulawayo
BULAWAYO AT LAST FOR FASTJET (Posted 21st June 2018) Not entirely unexpected did information come in this afternoon that the Zimbabwe Civil Aviation Authority has granted Fastjet traffic rights between the capital Harare and the country’s second largest city of Bulawayo, aka City of the Kings. The airline will commence a daily flight effective 02nd […]
#IATA’s agenda for #Africa includes safety, connectivity and release of blocked funds
IATA SPELLS OUT AGENDA FOR AFRICAN AVIATION (Posted 21st June 2018) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) highlighted five priorities which must be addressed for aviation to deliver maximum economic and social benefits in Africa. These are: Enhancing safety efforts Enabling airlines to improve intra-Africa connectivity Unblocking airline funds Avoiding air traffic management re-fragmentation and […]
#IATA says new slot allocation systems increase choices and competition
SLOT ALLOCATION AT EUROPEAN AIRPORTS IMPROVES COMPETITION AND PASSENGER CHOICES (Posted 20th June 2018) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) provided evidence that the current system for allocating capacity at Europe’s airports is benefiting consumers with greater choice and expanded connectivity. Consumer benefits Air passengers in Europe are enjoying an unprecedented level of choice and […]
#Sheraton #Kampala to stage another #VintageAndClassicCarsShow
07TH EDITION OF VINTAGE CAR SHOW ON FOR 28TH JULY AT SHERATON GARDENS (Posted 21st June 2018) One of Kampala’s great society outings, the Uganda Vintage and Classic Auto Show 2018, will take place at its regular venue, the Sheraton Gardens, in just over a month’s time. The organizers are promising a large number of […]
#UAE’s new #TransitVisa policy shames East Africa
TRANSIT PASSENGERS THROUGH THE UAE NOW QUALIFY FOR 2 DAYS FREE ENTRY (Posted 21st June 2018) New Visa rules approved by the UAE cabinet last week is bound to bring a lot more visitors and a lot more cash into the economies of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the other parts of the Emirates. Every […]
Decision time for Ethiopian Airlines on order for smaller jets
WILL TWO YEARS OF PONDERING END AT #FARNBOROUGH? (Posted 21st June 2018) When the Farnborough Air Show week unfolds between the 16th and 22nd of July will many eyes, not just from Africa, be on Ethiopian Airlines to see, if a two year period of corporate silence and pondering which way to go will finally […]
#GorillaHighlands: Celebrate with us: GH News #1 ??
The latest Gorilla Highlands News Gorilla Highlands project leader introduces the email edition of GH News (30 sec) Gorilla Highlands News is Here, At Last Years in the making, the newsletter to keep the Gorilla Highlands initiativeproperly informed is finally ready. In our first ever partner survey (you really should read the report!) you told us it should be […]
The latest #TourismTattler is out
THE TOURISM TATTLER – AVAILABLE AGAIN HERE FOR ATCNEWS.ORG READERS Editor’s Top Picks: The Business of Cape Winelands Tourism continue reading Hike Your Way To Health continue reading Consumer Travel Trends for 2018 continue reading Deputy Minister of Tourism to Open #HotelShowAfrica2018 continue reading Onward to Walking One Million Miles continue reading How to […]
