TravelComments.com – Durban: Swimming at three beaches is currently prohibited due to water quality!
(Posted 15th December 2023) The eThekwini Municipality, the local government body responsible for governing and managing Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, has released updated lists of beaches that are currently (as of 13 December 2023) open and safe for swimming, closed for swimming and of swimming pools that are currently open to the public. According to the lists,… READ MORE
#Hospitality: Download exclusive STR report on African market performance
(Posted 15th December 2023) The hospitality Industry in Africa has been reviving at a positive rate, evident in its robust recovery in 2023, with Southern Africa leading the way with an impressive 74% growth in RevPAR. Providing key figures related to the diverse markets in Africa, this exclusive STR report explores […]
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TravelComments.com – Festive season 2023/24: Kruger National Park enforces gate quotas for day visitors!
(Posted 15th December 2023) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that daily quotas for day visitors will once again apply at the entrance gates of Kruger National Park during the festive season 2023/24 from 15 December 2023 until 16 January 2024. Three time slots have been introduced, of which day visitos can choose from. […]
Uganda – Final Day for Adventure Tourism Training
(Posted 14th December 2023) Today is the 5th and final Adventure Tourism Uganda webinar taking place. How can we collaborate to make Uganda a fantastic adventure tourism destination? This is one of the questions that the final FREE webinar will look at, as well as how entrepreneurs can turn a good idea […]
The Future Hospitality Summit Returns to Saudi Arabia
(Posted 14th December 2023) The Future Hospitality Summit Returns to Saudi Arabia Bringing together the Kingdom’s leading industry experts, the 2024 edition of the event is set to take place from 29 April to 1 May at the Al Faisaliah Hotel in Riyadh After the record-breaking and buzzing success of the 2023 edition of the Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Saudi […]
YOUTH, ENTREPRENEURS AND WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP BENEFITS FROM AFRICA TOURISM PARTNERS AND CORNELL UNIVERSITY EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM.
(Posted 14th December 2023) Africa Tourism Partners in collaboration with Cornell University is rolling out exclusive courses targeted at entrepreneurs, youth and women in leadership. This initiative is part of Africa Tourism Partners Social Impact Programme. The program provides online professional and executive development to African Entrepreneurs, Strategic/Executive Sales Leaders, Senior Business Leaders, Executives, […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 14th December 2023) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Ethiopian airlines to launch Dhaka-Addis Ababa flight on 8 March The Business Standard Ethiopian Airlines has decided to commence flights between Addis Ababa and Dhaka from 8 March 2024 as Bangladesh and Ethiopia signed an air service agreement (ASA) last week to establish […]
TravelComments.com – KwaZulu-Natal: Krantzkloof Nature Reserve has been officially reopened!
(Posted 13th December 2023) Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife, the governmental organisation responsible for maintaining more than 120 wildlife conservation areas and biodiversity in South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal Province, has announced that the Krantzkloof Nature Reserve has been officially reopened on 11 December 2023. However, the Nature Reserve is already facing certain challenges, including… READ MORE
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Africa Visa Openness Index 2023: Progress in visa openness in Africa to ease cross border travel, boost trade, investment and regional integration
(Posted 14th December 2023) The Africa Visa Openness Index (AVOI) measures the extent to which African countries are open to visitors from other African countries Rwanda becomes latest African country to offer visa-free access to all Africans; continent has bounced back from setbacks due to Covid-19 travel restrictions. Download document: https://apo-opa.co/3RegmVo […]
#Avolon orders a further 100 #Airbus #A321neo aircraft
(Posted 13th December 2023) Avolon, the international leasing company, has signed a firm order for 100 A321neo aircraft, taking its total order for the A321neo to 190 aircraft. The agreement secures Avolon’s delivery pipeline for the world’s preferred single aisle Family. “This order strengthens our delivery pipeline and reflects our confidence in […]
Africa Tourism Ending 2023 on Strong Note!
(Posted 14th December 2023) International tourism is on track to end 2023 at almost 90% pre-pandemic levels, according to the latest data from the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO). Africa is amongst the regions leading the way, having recovered 92% of pre-pandemic visitors. As visa regulations are moving in the right direction to ease […]
#Belgium: A magical festival of lights
(Posted 14th December 2023) #BrusselsAirport is the home base of #BrusselsAirlines – Partner of ATCNews A magical festival of lights Still looking for a fun activity during the holiday season? Discover the light festival DRAGONS & UNICORNS at Planckendael Zoo. Until January 7th, you can enjoy a fairytale light festival creating […]
TravelComments.com – KwaZulu-Natal: Krantzkloof Nature Reserve has been officially reopened!
(Posted 14th December 2023) Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife, the governmental organisation responsible for maintaining more than 120 wildlife conservation areas and biodiversity in South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal Province, has announced that the Krantzkloof Nature Reserve has been officially reopened on 11 December 2023. However, the Nature Reserve is already facing certain challenges, including… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Muizenberg Beach huts restoration complete!
(Posted 13th December 2023) The City of Cape Town has announced that the refurbishment of the iconic beach huts has been completed ahead of the tourism season at Cape Town’s Muizenberg Beach. The final phase of the Muizenberg Huts Refurbishment Project entailed the refurbishment of… READ MORE
Serengeti Highway Alert – AGAIN
(Posted 13th December 2023) Dear Serengeti Supporter We founded Serengeti Watch in 2010 to stop a disastrous commercial highway across the northern Serengeti. We rallied world opposition and funded a legal challenge in the East African Court of Justice. After an initial ruling against the highway, the Tanzanian government seemingly dropped the […]
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TravelComments.com – Western Cape: Clarence Drive reopening for one-way traffic!
(Posted 13th December 2023) The Western Cape Government yesterday (11 December 2023) announced that the Clarence Drive, a key tourist route connecting Gordon’s Bay with the coastal towns of Rooi Els, Betty’s Bay, and Pringle Bay, has been reopened. Repairs to the road have progressed to the point that one-way traffic can be accommodated. Clarence Drive was closed after it sustained significant […]
#BrusselsAirlines’ first #Airbus #A320neo performs its maiden flight to Vienna
(Posted 12th December 2023) All passengers on board SN2905 were surprised with a gift to remember this special moment in the history of Brussels Airlines The first Airbus A320neo of Brussels Airlines performed its first ever commercial flight today: flight SN2905 from Brussels to Vienna. All passengers on board this aircraft […]
Qatar Airways New Group Chief Executive is Elected a Member of the Board of Governors at the International Air Transport Association (IATA)
(Posted 12th December 2023) Engr. Badr Al-Meer is also announced as a member of the Executive Committee of the Arab Air Carriers’ Organization (AACO) The new Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer has been elected to the International Air Transport Association’s Board of Governors. The International Air Transport Association […]
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New Four Points by Sheraton Kampala going flat out for the festive season
(Posted 12th December 2023) BEST POCKET FRIENDLY PRICES IN TOWN FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON The recently opened Four Points by Sheraton Kampala has now published their event programme for the festive season. With this latest addition of the Marriott International Hotels family, and arguably the best of them all in Kampala, has […]
Ethiopian Aviation University Graduates more than 600 Aviation Professionals
(Posted 12th December 2023) The Ethiopian Aviation University, the largest aviation center of excellence in Africa, graduates 627 aviation professionals in a ceremony held at the newly upgraded Ethiopian Aviation University. The graduates were trainees in the University’s Pilot, Aircraft Maintenance Technician, Cabin Crew & Catering, and Commercial & Ground Services programs. […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Springboks 2024 home test schedule has been revealed!
(Posted 12th December 2023) The South African Rugby Union (SA Rugby) has confirmed the Springboks 2024 home test schedule. Rugby fans in South Africa will see the Boks playing against four different national teams between July and September 2024. In July 2024… READ MORE
Another black out at #JKIA triggers another response
(Posted 11th December 2023) Following yet another (partial) black out at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport – in the wake of a wider blackout across Kenya – has the subsequent social media s***storm and public outrage prompted the Kenya Airport Authority to issue a statement, as shown below. The full statement released […]
#Nairobi’s airports due for temporary closure tomorrow, 12th December
(Posted 11th December 2023) ATCNews has received information about a Notam that Wilson Airport will be closed from 1000hrs to 1500hrs East African Time on Tuesday the 12th December 2023. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport will also be closed between 1130hrs to 1330hrs. The annual public holiday celebrated on this day is #JamhuriDay, or Independence Day, and […]
10to4 event registration is now open!
(Posted 11th December 2023) Reserve your place in the most exciting mountain bike challenge of the year! Head on over to the 10to4 website to book your race and all the extras that make the 10to4 weekend so special. Check out the 2024 Race Categories Extreme – Wild – Classic – Rush – Slide Mini […]
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TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Free entry to selected Iziko museums on Reconciliation Day!
(Posted 09th December 2023) Iziko Museums of South Africa has announced that it will be offering free entry to selected museums in Cape Town on Reconciliation Day (16 December 2023). This includes the Bo-Kaap Museum (71 Wale Street), Slave Lodge (Corner Adderley and Wale Streets), South African… READ MORE
