TravelComments.com – Mpumalanga: De Berg Nature Reserve declared South Africa’s 30th Ramsar site!
(Posted 07th February 2024) The De Berg Nature Reserve in Mpumalanga has been declared a Wetland of International Importance (“Ramsar Site”) by the Convention on Wetlands of International Importance, also known as the Ramsar Convention. This addition brings the number of South Africa’s Ramsar Sites to 30. The De Berg Nature Reserve is located… READ MORE
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TravelComments.com – South Africa: CemAir to launch a new service to Zimbabwe!
(Posted 07th February 2024) South African domestic and regional carrier CemAir is set to launch a new service to Zimbabwe. Effective 21 March 2024, the airline will operate four weekly non-stop flights between OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg and… READ MORE
#AFRAA Sky-Connect Leadership Dialogues: Exclusive Discussion with George Uriesi on Key Aviation Topics
(Posted 07th February 2024) Join us at the February edition of the AFRAA Sky-Connect Leadership Dialogues later today, Wednesday, 07 February 2024, from 1400-1500hrs (East Africa Time) for a candid talk with George Uriesi, Ibom Air Chief Operating Officer. The AFRAA Sky-Connect show accord leaders in the aviation ecosystem, a platform to […]
Africa Travel Week Unveils 10th Anniversary WTM Africa Show Programme
(Posted 07th February 2024) In the vibrant heart of Cape Town, a decade of unparalleled travel expertise is set to unfold – Africa Travel Week 2024. Scheduled from April 7 to 12, this milestone edition of WTM Africa promises an extraordinary experience, showcasing robust growth, optimistic trends, and pioneering collaborations. With an […]
oneworld names Nathaniel Pieper as CEO
(Posted 06th February 2024) The oneworld® alliance today named airline industry veteran Nathaniel (Nat) Pieper as its new CEO. Pieper, who is currently senior vice president of fleet, finance and alliances at oneworld member Alaska Airlines, will join the alliance in his new role on 01 April 2024. As CEO, Pieper will lead oneworld through its 25th anniversary […]
TravelComments,com – Cape Town: Table Mountain Cableway announces extended annual maintenance shutdown for 2024!
(Posted 06th February 2024) Cape Town’s Table Mountain Aerial Cableway Company (TMACC) has announced that the Table Mountain Cableway will close for an extended annual maintenance shutdown this year. The closure for such an extended time is in line with the maintenance schedule, in accordance with international standards. Aside from… READ MORE
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Lemala Camps & Lodges Announces The New Lemala Osonjoi Lodge
(Posted 05th February 2024) Lemala Camps and Lodges, the owners and operators of luxury safari accommodations in Tanzania and Uganda, is delighted to unveil its latest addition, Lemala Osonjoi Lodge, a stunning lodge on the edge of the iconic Ngorongoro Crater. The new retreat offers guests an immersive experience, showcasing nature’s beauty […]
#Kenya’s Classic Safari is back in August – in a ‘Mini’ format
(Posted 05th February 2024) We’ve been quiet. But we’re back. We’re super excited to announce that we’ve opened the registration for our Mini Classic Rally in August. We can’t wait to share more details and show you the fantastic event we’re organising. Make sure to continue reading ATCNews for updates or otherwise subscribe […]
Virunga National Park News
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Uganda launches five more habituated groups of mountain gorillas for tracking
(Posted 05th January 2024) Three of the four ‘sectors’ of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, namely Rushaga, Nkuringo and Buhoma, have new additional gorilla families which can be visited, according to information given by the Uganda Wildlife Authority. While Nkuringo got one more new group have Rushaga and Buhoma two more new […]
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#Kenya Tourism News Updates
(Posted 05th January 2024) Travel Trends To Watch Out For In 2024 Between January to October 2023, Kenya saw 1.6 million visitors, representing a 34% increase compared to the same period in 2022, which recorded 1.2 million visitors, a significant step toward full recovery post covid. Below are some of the trends […]
TravelComments.com – Zambia: Proflight Zambia & Air Tanzania have signed an interline ticketing agreement!
(Posted 03rd February 2024) Zambian scheduled airline Proflight Zambia and the the flag carrier airline of Tanzania, Air Tanzania, have signed an interline ticketing agreement. Under the agreement, a streamlined ticketing process will enable travellers to… READ MORE
FHS World 2024: Bigger and Better Than Ever!
(Posted 03rd February 2024) Courtesy of Future Hospitality Summit While we have our exciting Saudi edition of FHS this April, a reminder that we’re back in Dubai in September 2024 for our flagship Future Hospitality Summit – now transformed and titled ‘FHS World’, taking place from 30 September – 02 October at the Madinat […]
TravelComments.com – Qatar Airways to launch flights to Madagascar!
(Posted 03rd February 2024) The flag carrier of Qatar, Qatar Airways, is set to launch scheduled flights to Madagascar. The announcement was made by the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA), which signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Madagascar Civil Aviation Authority (ACM) to stipulate the operation of passenger and cargo flights between Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Doha and Ivato International Airport […]
Following ‘Wakanow – Let’s Go – return to East Africa is Kenya now looking afresh at West Africa
(Posted 03rd February 2024) Kenya is targeting tourist arrivals from West Africa by pitching for business and leisure travel that are key interest to the region. Kenya Tourism Board Acting CEO John Chirchir says that the West African market is integral in the strategy to diversify tourist source markets and broaden the country’s […]
#Wakanow – Let’s Go spreads its wings to East Africa again
(Posted 02nd February 2024) Wakanow, Nigeria’s and West Africa’s leading online travel agency and booking operator, is set to spread its wings to Eastern Africa again, following their departure during the COVID19 pandemic and subsequent company reorganisation. Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda will be first on the map, largely benefitting from inbound […]
African Tourism and Hospitality Investment-ready workshop #ATHW2024 announces date change
(Posted 02nd February 2024) The organizers of ATHW2024 wish to inform you that the new date for the African Tourism and Hospitality Investment-Ready Business Workshop ATHW2024 is now rescheduled to be held from 03rd to 05th of July, 2024. ATHW 2024 is a 3-day in-person event and one of the most important channels for capacity […]
#Radisson announces its first safari hotel in South Africa
(Posted 02nd February 2024) With a contemporary Scandinavian design, the hotels 138 rooms and suites provide a calming setting with natural materials, wooden details and rich, earthy colors that pay homage to its African surroundings The Radisson Hotel Group is proud to announce the opening of Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit, its […]
Brussels Airlines goes biking and hiking in Ghana
(Posted 02nd February 2024) Brussels Airlines has officially kicked-off the 6th edition of “Bike in Africa”. For this edition, Bike in Africa has landed in the Volta region in Ghana. Next to intense bike and hike tours for 120 Lufthansa Group employees, Brussels Airlines will also support two local companies which want […]
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oneworld reaches a 25-year milestone
(Posted 02nd February 2024) oneworld reaches a 25-year milestone, having flown nearly nine billion customers since 1999 The oneworld® alliance celebrates 25 years of delivering an exceptional and seamless travel experience to its customers worldwide, with a member airline flight taking off or landing somewhere in the world every six seconds, 24 hours […]
#Seychelles Coast Guard frees pirate hostages and arrest the culprits
(Posted 01st February 2024) The Seychelles’ Coast Guard has lost none of their combative qualities – displayed a decade ago when successfully fighting against Somali pirates as part of an international coalition – as earlier this week they intercepted a hijacked vessel, freed six Sri Lankan hostages without any harm to them […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: FlySafair connects Cape Town with Kruger National Park!
(Posted 01st February 2024) South African regional low cost-carrier FlySafair is set to introduce a new domestic route in South Africa. Effective 02 April 2024, the airline will operate two weekly direct flights between Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town and… READ MORE
Global Air Travel Demand Continued Its Bounce Back in 2023
(Posted 01st February 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the recovery in air travel continued in December 2023 and total 2023 traffic edged even closer to matching pre-pandemic demand. • Total traffic in 2023 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose 36.9% compared to 2022. Globally, full year 2023 […]
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Air Cargo Demand Surges 10.8% in December
(Posted 31st January 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing that air cargo demand rebounded in 2023 with a particularly strong fourth quarter performance despite economic uncertainties. Full-year demand reached a level just slightly below 2022 and 2019. • Global full-year demand in 2023, measured […]
TravelComments.com – Windhoek: The US Embassy has now officially moved to its new location!
(Posted 31st January 2024) The US Embassy in Windhoek, Namibia, has now officially moved to its new location. The ceremonial lowering of the American flag and the removal of the Great Seal at the site of the old U.S. Embassy on 14 Lossen Street took place on 26 January 2024. Moments later, the American flag was […]
