#UNWTO helps to develop new hospitality models for mountain destinations
#ANDORRA TO HOST UNWTO MEETING ON MOUNTAIN DESTINATIONS The 10th edition of the World Congress on Snow and Mountain Tourism will take place from 21 to 23 March 2018 in Andorra, under the title “Shaping the Future of Hospitality in Mountain Destinations”. The Congress is organized by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), the Government of […]
#Kenya’s Classic Safari Rally nominated for major sports award
The East African Safari Classic Rally has been nominated for an Asian Weekly Achievers Award in the category of Best Sports Event of the Year. “The East African Safari Classic Rally brought world recognition to Kenya and East Africa,” state the award organisers. “The concept for the Safari Classic Rally came from the original Safari […]
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#UNWTO extends support to #Nigeria’s tourism industry
NIGERIA’S TOURISM SECTOR GETS UNWTO BOOST (Posted 21st February 2018) In an effort to better measure tourism growth and development in Africa, UNWTO signed a Cooperation Agreement with the Nigeria Tourism Development Corporation for the Strengthening of the National Tourism Statistical System of Nigeria and the Development of a Tourism Satellite Account. UNWTO is committed […]
#FCO Update – Ethiopia
#Atta – African Travel and Tourism Association Update on travel advisories about #Ethiopia Update of the Travel Advice for Ethiopia Update of the latest FCO Travel Advice for Ethiopia Atta Head Office Memo: FCO Travel Advice Update – Ethiopia
How Kora music Awards duped Namibia Tourism Board and 2 Nigerian States of $Millions
Another edition of #ATQNews from Nigeria and beyond, courtesy of Ikechi Uko 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 […]
Homecoming – Down Memory Lane (Part 2)
THE ‘BADENERLAND‘ – MY MOTHERLAND (Posted 12th February 2018) (The main gate of the ancient ‘Steinsburg‘ which early origin dates back to 1109 AD) Part 2 will narrate visits to the City of Lahr – in 2018 home and host of the state garden show, an outing to the ancient Steinsberg Castle which dates back […]
The latest Saint Ange Tourism Report Volume 2 Edition 7 is out
ENJOY THE LATEST EDITION OF THE ST.ANGE TOURISM REPORT FRESH FROM THE #SEYCHELLES AND THE OTHER #INDIANOCEAN #VANILLAISLANDS (Posted 18th February 2018) In this issue: The Editorial this week addresses the coming ITB Tourism Trade Fair of Berlin and the first participation by Saint Ange Consultancy. It also speaks about representing Tour Operators for their […]
The Launch of Virtual Tourism in #Nigeria
Another guest post from ‘The Fisayo‘ THE LAUNCH OF VIRTUAL TOURISM IN NIGERIA! by thefisayo If you read my previous post about the climb to Olumo Rock, you would know what TIDA (Tourism Innovation & Development Advantage) had planned out for Nigeria this year! We finally launched the very first Virtual Tourism in Nigeria on […]
Change at the helm of the Uganda Wildlife Authority
DR. ANDREW SEGUYA RETIRES FROM UWA AS BOARD SELECTS SAM MWANDHA AS HIS SUCCESSOR (Posted 16th February 2018) (Dr. Andrew Seguya on the left and Mr. Sam Mwandha on the right) News are emerging from Kampala that Mr. Sam Mwandha has been selected as the new Executive Director of the Uganda Wildlife Authority as […]
#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 16th February 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 […]
Fleet expansion on the cards for #Kenya’s #Jambojet
JAMBOJET PLANS FOR FOUR MORE #BOMBARDIER Q400’S TO LAUNCH MORE DESTINATIONS (Posted 15th February 2018) On the sidelines of the inaugural Jambojet flight between Nairobi and Entebbe did news emerge, that the Kenya Airways owned LCC has plans to double their existing fleet. Presently flying three Bombardier Q400NextGen turbo prop aircraft has the airline given […]
Aaron White reflects on future energy needs
A guest post by Aaron White Three Bridges To The Future Ben van Beurden, CEO of Shell recently spoke at the World Petroleum Congress conference in Istanbul (http://www.shell.com/media/speeches-and-articles/2017/bridges-to-the-future-of-energy.html). The conference can be likened to the world’s fair or the Oscars of the energy industry, where the leaders of energy companies share their view, motivations and […]
KWS’ Paul Udoto continues his Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Programme
January 13, 2018, marked the 40th anniversary of Hubert H. Humphrey’s death. Vice President Humphrey was a longtime public servant and advocate of international cooperation and understanding. Current Fellows’ Stories Humphrey Fellows Speaks at East African Wildlife Society Humphrey Fellow Paul Udoto spoke at the "From Bees to Beasts" event hosted by East African Wildlife […]
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#Uganda’s #Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary announces another birth
17 AND COUNTING AS ANOTHER RHINO CALF IS BORN (Posted 15th February 2018) The phenomenal success of the rhino breeding programme which was launched almost two decades ago, even though the Ziwa Sanctuary was only established much later when the funds for the venture had been raised, was once again underscored when yet another rhino […]
Coastal Aviation’s Julian Edmunds announces his departure from the airline
LONG SERVING JULIAN EDMUNDS LEAVES COASTAL AVIATION AS SHAFIUL SYED ANNOUNCED AS HIS SUCCESSOR (Posted 15th February 2018) Changes at Coastal Aviation – a message from Julian Edmunds ‘You have recently received a message from us announcing our intention to discontinue certain flights and over the next several days you will receive more communication from […]
#FlyDubai announces #Kinshasa flights
KINSHASA VIA #ENTEBBE THE LATEST FLYDUBAI DESTINATION (Posted 15th February 2018) FlyDubai, the second state owned carrier of the Emirate of Dubai, has just announced the addition of the Congolese capital Kinshasa to their network. From the 15th of April will the airline, using a two class Boeing B737-800NG for the service, fly daily via […]
#Zambia prepares for two major events in April and May
#ZATEX IN #LUSAKA TO BE FOLLOWED BY #LICAF IN #LIVINGSTONE (Posted 15th February 2018) The Zambia Tourism Agency is getting into high gear ahead of two major events being organized by them, The Zambia Travel Expo, aka ZATEX in Lusaka in April and then the Livingstone International Cultural and Arts Festival, in short LICAF which […]
Corporate Council on Africa News Updates
INFRASTRUCTURE 1139 villages get electric access in Ethiopia Construction Review Online According to the Ministry of Water, Irrigation and Electricity, in the first two years of the second Growth and Transformation Plan (GTP-II) in Ethiopia, 993 villages have got access… Read more>> Uganda to construct US $309m airport near Hoima and Lake Albert Construction Review […]
#Serengeti – What lies ahead and what we’re doing about it.
SERENGETI WATCH – The Now and The Future The Serengeti faces big challenges in 2018 Dear Serengeti Supporter Below are three critical issues facing the Serengeti ecosystem. The Mara River The Serengeti Highway Communities Around the Serengeti We will need the support of concerned people like you if we are to keep the Serengeti alive […]
KAA finally invites tenders for second JKIA runway
SECOND RUNWAY OF JKIA NOW REACHERS TENDER STAGE (Posted 14th February 2018) Following another runway closure a few days ago, albeit only for an hour, were at least three flights into Nairobi diverted and departures delayed during this time. The incident however finally triggered some action from KAA which has subsequently posted tender invitation for […]
Hilton Garden Inn #Nairobi now open for business
#HILTON OPENS NEW ‘GARDEN INN‘ NEAR JOMO KENYATTA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (Posted 14th February 2018) Following shortly after the launch of Kenya’s first Double Tree by Hilton has the global hotel giant brought another first to Kenya when the doors of the new Hilton Garden Inn at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport were opened yesterday. Director of […]
The Travel Africa Magazine and CNP offer photographic workshop
Wildlife and nature photography workshops Travel Africa, in association with CNP Safaris, presents the Ultimate Wildlife and Nature Photography workshops, hosted by two highly acclaimed international wildlife photographers. Where: The Hilton Hotel, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, CV34 6RE When: 24th and 25th of March, 2018 Time: 9am -5.30pm each day, with regular breaks and lunch included How […]
#IATA results for January continue to show upwards trend
IATA PUBLISHES KEY DATA FOR JANUARY 2018 (Posted 13th February 2018) Key points: The initial airline financial results from the final quarter of 2017 indicate that the industry-wide EBIT profit margin remained broadly unchanged during Q4 relative to the same period in 2016, at a robust 10.7% of revenues. Global airline share prices rose by […]
Another #Lamu Festival – Another reason to visit
Lamu Art Festival 2018 Saturday 17th February 10am 17th February Evening Sunday 19th February Mad Hatters Dhow Race 2pm Virus-free. www.avg.com
#IATA offers Valentine’s rebates on training courses
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#RwandAir adds #Abuja and #Cape Town
26 DESTINATIONS FOR RWANDAIR WHEN ABUJA AND CAPE TOWN COME ON LINE (Posted 13th February 2018) RwandAir formally announced earlier today that it will soon commence flights to Abuja in Nigeria and Cape Town in South Africa. The airline will operate four weekly flights from Kigali to Cape Town with a stopover in Harare and […]
#Marriott to Open 8 properties in #Nigeria
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 […]
A guest post by Sam Dindi about the impact of climate change
HOW READY IS AFRICA’S TOURISM INDUSTRY FOR THE IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE (By Sam Dindi 12th February 2018) (Picture by Njeri Kaburu vis Sam Dindi) Nature based tourism covers all experiences centered on wildlife and natural environments. A survey by UNWTO confirmed that wildlife watching is a very important segment of tourism for most African […]
