Radisson Hotel Group accelerates expansion in Morocco
(Posted 25th March 2024) The Radisson Hotel Group has set a goal of expanding its current portfolio of 11 hotels in operation and under development in Morocco to 25 hotels by 2030. As Morocco continues to be a crucial market for development, the Group is accelerating its expansion in the country and has therefore […]
Mayotte Island Press welcomes Alain St.Ange of Seychelles
(Posted 25th March 2024) Alain St.Ange remains arguably the best known Tourism Personality of the Indian Ocean and was welcomed in Mamoudzou in Mayotte by the island’s main press where he accepted to be interviewed. Alain St.Ange, the former Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine of the Seychelles, currently heads his […]
#BrusselsAirlines and pilots union reach agreement to avert strike action
(Posted 25th March 2025) Brussels Airlines has announced that an agreement has been reached with the cockpit unions about their reward package. The deal was signed late yesterday. The details will be communicated to the cockpit community in the coming days. The agreement takes into account our current financial reality and focusses mainly […]
Namibian government slammed over wildlife slaughter for independence lunch
(Posted 25th March 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News / Stenews and Lugeretzia Kooper, The Namibian The Ministry of Environment, Forestry, and Tourism says the country did well enough in its conservation efforts to be able to donate wild animals for national events. The ministry was referring to a wildlife donation for […]
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Fire at Kenya’s Isiolo Airport leaves investigators puzzled
(Posted 24th March 2024) Reports were received that a fire broke out yesterday evening at Isiolo Airport in Northern Kenya, sparing parked aircraft and major damage to buildings. Investigations are underway to establish the origin of the fire and collect estimates to repair the damages the fire caused. There have been suggestions that […]
Kenya Goverment finally appoints a new CEO for Kenya Tourism
(Posted 23rd March 2024) Ms. June Teclar Chepkemei was recently appointed as the new CEO of the Kenya Tourism Board, based in Nairobi. She replaces Mr. John Chirchir, who has been holding the position in an acting capacity since November 2022. She was previously the Managing Director of the Kenya […]
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The Comoros Islands – Alain St. Ange delivers his 4th lecture on board luxury cruiseliner
(Posted 22nd March 2024) Few are more qualified to talk about the Indian Ocean islands than former Seychelles’ Minister for Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine – Alain St. Ange. He was the driving force behind the formation of the marketing cooperation of the African Indian Ocean Islands, known as the Vanilla Islands, […]
TravelComments.com – Mozambique: Gorongosa National Park reopens!
(Posted 22nd March 2024) Gorongosa National Park in Mozambique is set to reopen. The National Park in the Sofala Province in central Mozambique closes annually during the rainy season in mid-December and will open its gates again for single and muti-day overnight safaris from… READ MORE
Magical Kenya – the latest news
(Posted 21st March 2024) Why you should enlist influencers in your marketing Visitors enjoying a game drive in a National Park.. Influencers are impacting positively in marketing of tourism – (File photo) Social media influencers and content creators have become a key source of vacation inspiration, they are becoming travel providers […]
#ILTMAfrica2024 meets surging demand for luxury African travel
(Posted 21st March 2024) As demand for luxury African travel experiences rebounds, ILTM Africa returns to Cape Town for its 9th edition. Under the theme ‘Step Inside ILTM Africa’, the event will once again bring the very best of luxury African travel to the world’s most prestigious buyers from April 7-9, 2024. Hosted […]
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African Parks – the latest updates
(Posted 21st March 2024) Today on World Rewilding Day, we highlight a conservation strategy that’s making a significant impact on our planet’s biodiversity. Rewilding is all about restoring ecosystems and reversing the loss of wildlife, for nature’s return. And one way to do this is by reintroducing or relocating key species to […]
South African Government criticized for plans to exploit wildlife including hunting
(Posted 21st March 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News / Stenews and Don Pinnock, Daily Maverick The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE) has released a 48-page plan to create integrated “mega landscapes” on land and sea encompassing extensive areas where hunting, bioprospecting and tourism would monetise wild animals and […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 21st March 2024) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Ethiopian Airlines unveils e-commerce logistics hub Travel and Tour World Ethiopian Airlines Group, Africa’s largest airline group, has inaugurated an e-commerce logistics facility at Bole Addis Ababa Airport (ADD) within the Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics premises. This new facility, dedicated to e-commerce, mail, and […]
#AFRAA set for First-Ever Safety Summit in Africa!
(Posted 20th March 2024) Coming in May 2024 in Addis Ababa / Ethiopia! The 12th Aviation Stakeholders Convention from 12-14 May 2024 and The Inaugural African Safety & Operations Summit on 15 May 2024 The 12th Aviation Stakeholders Convention will be staged from 12-14 May 2024, at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. This year’s Convention […]
Angus Begg recognizes Alain St. Ange’s extraordinary work promoting tourism in Africa
(Posted 20th March 2024) Writing from Ilha de Moçambique, which is a delightful find in itself, I am grateful for the opportunity to have met a shining light of destination marketing in Africa. Alain St. Ange is the former minister of tourism for Seychelles – renowned world-wide as one of Africa’s finest […]
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TravelComments.com – West Coast National Park: SANParks set to upgrade infrastructure and tourism facilities!
(Posted 20th March 2024) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that is has earmarked key strategic plans for infrastructure development in West Coast National Park. This comes after the allocation of an additional R700 million for infrastructure investment over the next three years to SANParks. This allocation by the Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and Environment […]
Aged #Antonov26 crashes on landing in Yida / South Sudan
(Posted 19th March 2024) Early morning accident today in Yida, South Sudan, involving a Fokker 50. No information on the registration nor pax on board yet but some Kenyan and Ethiopian registered F50's are currently operating out of Juba, usually in cargo configuration. pic.twitter.com/Ypca0TqBJt — The Kenyan Aviator (@kenyanaviator) March 19, 2024 Image […]
TravelComments.com – #Durban: uShaka Marine World reopens after strike!
(Posted 19th March 2024) The uShaka Marine World in Durban in KwaZulu-Nata has announced on 15 March 2024 that it is reopening to guests on 16 March 2024. The theme park on Durban’s Golden Mile was closed since 12 February due to an industrial action. The strike got suspended officially from Friday, 15 March 2024. To accommodate for the […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: #Airlink resumes flights to #Madagascar’s largest and busiest tourist resort!
(Posted 19th March 2024) South African regional and domestic airline Airlink is set to resume flights to Madagascar’s largest and busiest tourist resort. The airline will introduce one weekly direct service on Sundays between OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg and… READ MORE
Serengeti Highway / false reports
(Posted 19th March 2024) Dear Serengeti Supporter There have been erroneous reports in the African press that the government of Tanzania has decided to pave the northern route across the Serengeti National Park, the one we fought to stop. We want to correct this. We’ve learned from credible sources that the government does not intend […]
IATA Announces First Signatories to Air Cargo Digitalization Leadership Charter
(Posted 19th March 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the launch of the IATA Digitalization Leadership Charter at the IATA World Cargo Symposium in Hong Kong. Cathay Cargo, CHAMP Cargosystems, Global Logistics System (HK) Company Limited, IAG Cargo, IBS Software, LATAM Cargo, and Lufthansa Cargo are the inaugural signatories of the […]
World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards opens entries for inaugural programme
(Posted 19th March 2024) The World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA) has today opened entries for its 2024 programme. Individuals and organisations across the globe accelerating change and making an impactful contribution in sustainable travel and tourism are invited to enter for free. 21 categories covering the breadth and depth of sustainable travel […]
Coding School by ThinkYoung and Boeing to Make Debut in Tanzania
(Posted 19th March 2024) ThinkYoung and Boeing are set to host the ThinkYoung Coding School in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on April 20-21 and April 27-28 this year. Designed for students aged 12-17, the ThinkYoung Coding School in Tanzania will offer free-of-charge computer programming lessons led by subject matter experts. The interactive curriculum will include […]
Aero Trail Publishes their Africa Weekly Aviation Trails
(Posted 19th March 2024) In Week 11 of 2024, two regional economic blocs emphasized the urgent need for airspace liberalization, signaling a move towards improved connectivity and economic prosperity. Additionally, ACI World – Airports Council International renowned Airport Service Quality (ASQ) awards for 2023 were unveiled, honoring exceptional airports throughout Africa. Explore these […]
50 High Profile Kenyans Write to Tanzanian President about Hunting Ban
(Posted 19th March 2024) Courtesy of African Elephant News / Stenews and Samia Suluhu Hassan, Nairobi Leo.co.ke Three big tuskers from the Amboseli area killed acros the border in Tanzania in recent times 50 high-profile Kenyans have teamed up to submit a petition to Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan. Led […]
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