#Fastjet pushes new #Tanzania schedule to 15th of November
DELAY IN GETTING NEW EMBRAER E190 IN THE AIR HAMPERS FLIGHT OPERATIONS (Posted 08th November 2017) Speculation is rife among aviation pundits over the reasons why the registration and type approval of Fastjet’s new Embraer E190 is being delayed by Tanzanian aviation regulators. The failure of the new aircraft to take to the air and […]
#Ethiopian Airlines to go daily to #Zanzibar
ZANZIBAR TOURISM TO BENEFIT FROM ADDITIONAL ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES FLIGHTS (Posted 08th November 2017) The present three times a week flights from Addis Ababa via Kilimanjaro to Zanzibar will be shifting to daily services come December. At the moment does Ethiopian serve Zanzibar every Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday but growing demand has prompted Africa’s financially most […]
Corporate Council on Africa News Updates
TOURISM ‘Experience’ Tourism Brings New Travelers to Africa VOA Travel industry leaders say African tourism is moving away from traditional safaris and group tours and closer to the idea of "experiences." Internet-based home-sharing… Read more>> Thebe Tourism Group announces new tourism products IOL New major tourism projects set to transform South African tourism has been […]
#ATTA looks ahead to #ITB2018 already
THE LARGEST STAND EVER AT #ITB2018 FOR ATTA MEMBERS (Posted 07th November 2017) With major tourism trade show rival #WTM2017 ending its second day has the African Travel and Tourism Association, in short Atta, already set their sights on the world’s biggest international tourism trade show, ITB in Berlin. Said the organization in a mail […]
Preserve the Eastern Black Rhino in #Zambia
INDEED, EDUCATION IS THE KEY …
#Seychelles takes the #FestivalKreol to #AbuDhabi
IT WAS ALL ABOUT CREOLE SEYCHELLES AT THE HILTON IN ABU DHABI (Posted 07th November 2017) As Seychelles celebrated the 32nd edition of ‘Festival Kreol’ during the month of October, the Seychelles Tourism Board took the opportunity to showcase some aspects of this annual celebration of the island’s culture and tradition in Abu Dhabi. A […]
It is Mussels Night this Thursday at Brasserie Belge
Enjoy a seafood feast at Le Chateau – Brasserie Belge this Thursday night – best with a genuine Belgian beer … Click here for your table reservation … RESERVATIONS
#Swissport Tanzania’s profits decline as cargo and passenger volumes shrink
NO DIVIDEND FOR SWISSPORT SHAREHOLDERS AS PROFITS GO DOWN BY 27 PERCENT (Posted 07th November 2017) Profits fell from last year’s 8.64 billion Tanzania Shillings to only 6.27 billion Tanzania Shillings, a drop by over a quarter compared to the same period in 2016. It is understood that this was to a large part caused […]
Feuds emerge as cancellation of hunting concessions claims first high profile victim
DIRECTOR OF WILDLIFE SUSPENDED AS TANZANIA’S TOURISM MINISTER GETS INTO HEAD-ON CONFRONTATION WITH HUNTING LOBBY (Posted 07th November 2017) More than the usual trouble is brewing at the Tanzanian Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism, after controversial Minister Hamisi Kigwangalla accused his Director of Wildlife Prof. Songorwa of not just ordinary misconduct but for attacking […]
Global tourism on course for another record year
UNWTO PUBLISHES LATEST ‘TOURISM BAROMETER‘ (Posted 07th November 2017) Demand for international tourism remained strong during the Northern Hemisphere summer peak season. International tourist arrivals in July and August totalled over 300 million for the first time ever according to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer. Many destinations reported double-digit growth, in particular in the […]
#STTAKenya calls for submissions
SHARE YOUR STORY OF SUSTAINABILITY (Posted 07th November 2017) STTA is now inviting submissions of articles for the 8th edition of the Sustainable Tourism East Africa report. This report is the only such publication in East Africa which shares knowledge and narrates good practices of sustainable tourism and conservation in this region. Distributed for free […]
Corporate Council on Africa News Updates
TOURISM China made 10% of tourists visiting Africa in 2016 The Weekend Post The massive influx of Chinese tourists to Africa has in the recent years made a buzz, and it is for all possible reasons. After seven consecutive years of annual double-digit growth in…Read more>> Tourism growth in Africa passes Europe and Asia Pacific […]
#Nairobi gets second #FourPoints by #Sheraton
#MARRIOTT ANNOUNCES OPENING OF ‘FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON AIRPORT‘ IN NAIROBI (Posted 06th November 2017) Marriott Hotels today announced the opening of its second Four Points by Sheraton in Nairobi at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, a sister hotel under the same ownership as the Four Points by Sheraton in Hurlingham. Strategically situated within the […]
#KILIFair2018 prepares for more industry seminars
KILIFAIR 2018 is the 4th edition of the International tourism & trade fair event at Kilimanjaro / Tanzania. It is going to be held betweeen June 01st and 03rd at the 17,000 m2 Moshi USHIRIKA SPORTS STADIUM.KILIFAIR is providing an opportunity to diverse speakers around the world, to present their organizations, products or messages on […]
#Seychelles Tourism Academy partners with University of #Louisiana
NEW PARTNERSHIP RAISES THE PROFILE OF THE SEYCHELLES TOURISM ACADEMY (Posted 06th November 2017) Strengthening inter-cultural relations between Seychelles and the U.S, particularly in the field of tourism and hospitality studies was largely discussed as the Minister for Tourism, Civil Aviation Ports and Marine, Ambassador Maurice Loustau-Lalanne met with the Vice President for University Affairs […]
Ethiopian Airlines, Arik, Spanish Villa Hotel partner Abuja Jabama MICE Show
Another edition of ATQ News 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 […]
#Ethiopian announces plans for #BuenosAires launch next year
#ARGENTINA TO BE ADDED TO #ETHIOPIANAIRLINES DESTINATIONS IN MARCH 2018 (Posted 06th November 2017) Ethiopian Airlines will, come 08th of March next year, add the Argentinian capital Buenos Aires to their growing list of worldwide destinations. The initial five times a week service, using a Boeing B787-8 Dreamliner, will operate on Tuesday and Friday out […]
An Update from #VictoriaFalls #Zimbabwe
ENJOY THE LATEST NEWS FROM VICTORIA FALLS TOURISM (Posted 06th November 2017) An Update From Victoria Falls (Courtesy of Zimbabwe Tourism and the Victoria Falls Blog) The Victoria Falls at sunrise Photo: Victoria Falls Photos Quite a bit has been going on, and more is still coming to this charming town next to one of […]
#Lamu’s showcase festival just a few days away
#LAMU CULTURAL FESTIVAL – ONE OF #KENYA’S BEST (Posted 06th November 2017) (Picture courtesy of the Lamu Tourism Association) From Wednesday the 15th of November in the morning until Saturday the 18th into the night will the Lamu Cultural Festival once again capture the imagination of visitors from near and far. The festival combines a […]
Kenya Railways dodge question of SGR fare increase
MORE PR FAILURES AS KENYA RAILWAYS’S ATANAS MAINA DODGES QUESTION ABOUT 2018 FARES (Posted 06th November 2017) While Kenya’s tourism marketeers are getting into gear at the World Travel Market in London to promote the destination, the use of the new SGR passenger train service between Nairobi and Mombasa – stops in Mtito Andei and […]
Last chance to get your free entrance ticket for #WTM2017
Tomorrow is the opening of WTM London 2017! Don’t worry there is still time to register for free to attend the number one global event for the travel industry. By registering now you will save an onsite fee of £80 and ensure a smooth entry to the show. We look forward to welcoming many ATC […]
Alain St. Ange’s Tourism Report Edition 22
ENJOY THE 22ND EDITION OF ALAIN ST. ANGE’S TOURISM REPORT (Posted 05th November 2017) Reproduced here with express permission from the author comes the 22nd edition of the St. Ange Tourism Report with unparallelled news from the Seychelles and the Indian Ocean Vanilla Islands – and beyond. Write Alain in his foreword to this edition: […]
#RwandAir ready to host #AFRAA’s 49th General Assembly
#AGA49 JUST A WEEK AWAY AS AFRAA PUTS FINAL TOUCHES ON CONFERENCE PREPARATIONS (Posted 05th November 2017) The outline of the programme and agenda for AFRAA’s 49th annual general assembly has now been released and #Rwanda is ready to host this continental aviation showcase event. RwandAir, the host airline also holding the presidency of AFRAA […]
Brussels Airlines’ Kenneth Bainomugisha weds Mercy Natuhamya
WEDDING BELLS FOR A KEY MEMBER OF THE UGANDAN BRUSSELS AIRLINES TEAM (Posted 05th November 2017) Kenneth Bainomugisha is no stranger to the many Ugandans and visitors to Uganda traveling with Brussels Airlines. He works for this author’s favourite European airline at the Entebbe International Airport, looking after the present 5 flights a week and, […]
Lillian Gaitho resumes her contributions to this blog
CONGRATULATIONS ON HAVING ANOTHER BABY LILLIAN – BUT NOW IT IS WELCOME BACK TO WORK … (Posted 04th November 2017) This weekend is Lillian looking at how to make a road trip, perhaps with the entire family in tow, a success. Read on attentively to catch a hint or two before setting out on that […]
#Uganda Tourism Board Marketing Manager resigns
UTB’S EDWIN MUZAHURA QUITS EFFECTIVE 01ST JANUARY NEXT YEAR (Posted 04th November 2017) It was confirmed yesterday, when receiving a copy of Edwin Muzahura’s letter of resignation addressed to the CEO of the Uganda Tourism Board, that the grapevine news received a day earlier were indeed true. The exact reasons prompting Edwin’s resignation are now […]
Meet #ATTA members at #WTM2017 in #London
WHEN IN LONDON FOR #WTM2017 DO BUSINESS WITH #ATTA MEMBERS (Posted 04th November 2017) Take the opportunity while at WTM 2017 to visit the ATTA stand and sign up for membership of an organization where everything is about #Africa Here is the full list of ATTA members exhibiting at WTM or visiting WTM – make […]
UNWTO pleads for Madagascar but also blasts poor communications strategy
#UNWTO SPEAKS OUT FOR #MADAGSCAR TOURISM BUT ALSO CRITICIZES LACK OF COMMUNICATIONS (Posted 04th November 2017) The Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization Dr. Taleb Rifai has visited Madagascar to express the Organization’s full support to the tourism sector. Madagascar’s tourism is facing a challenging situation following a plague outbreak which has prompted some countries […]
Nairobi Now – The only guide you ever need for your visit to #Nairobi
NAIROBI NOW – HERE YOU FIND ALL THE INFORMATION ABOUT WHERE THE ‘ACTION‘ IN #KENYAS CAPITAL TAKES PLACE (Posted 03rd November 2017) Dear ATC Readers, Welcome to this week’s Nairobi Now newsletter! You can always access Nairobi Now and get in touch with us through twitter, facebook or the blog. Also, email us to submit […]
#UNWTO to hold Ministerial Meeting on sidelines of #WTM2017
#UNWTO TOURISM MINISTER SUMMIT TAKES PLACE DURING #WTM2017 IN #LONDON (Posted 03rd November 2017) 60 Tourism Ministers and Private Sector leaders gather to discuss ‘overtourism’ Ministers of Tourism from 60 countries and leaders from private sector companies and associations will summon next week at the Ministers Summit organized by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) and […]
