Etihad Airways grows its Airbus widebody fleet becoming a new A330neo customer while adding A350-1000 and A350F aircraft
(Posted 19th November 2025) Etihad Airways has announced a significant expansion of its Airbus widebody fleet by placing a firm order for six A330-900s, becoming the latest A330neo customer. In addition, the airline has disclosed an order for seven additional A350-1000s (increasing its total for the type to 27) and three A350F […]
TravelComments.com – Three Southern African highlights in Lonely Planet’s “Best in Travel 2026”!
(Posted 19th November 2025) Southern Africa has once again proven why it remains one of the world’s most inspiring travel regions. Lonely Planet has released its highly anticipated Best in Travel 2026 list – a curated selection of the top 50 destinations and experiences for the year ahead – and the region appears three times across two […]
AI in Airports Summit – THREE WEEKS TO GO!
(Posted 19th November 2025) 8-9 December 2025 | London AI in Airports: THREE WEEKS TO GO! Learn from the following speakers Welcome Address: Why AI, Why Now – Transforming the Future of Airports Nick Crane, Senior Consultant – Airport Operations Transformation, Egremont Group Artificial Intelligence – What It is, […]
TravelComments.com – Emirates and South African Airways (SAA) enhance codeshare agreement!
(Posted 19th November 2025) Emirates and South African Airways (SAA), building on almost three decades of strong and successful partnership, are set to further enhance their relationship with a new reciprocal codeshare agreement ahead of the busy peak travel season. The expanded cooperation will strengthen connectivity for travellers, offering smoother journeys across South Africa and the wider African region…. READ […]
EU261 Reform Going in Wrong Direction and “Works as Reverse Robin Hood”
(Posted 19th November 2025) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reiterated its strong concern that proposed reforms by the European Parliament to EU261 consumer rights regulation will entrench and worsen its flaws, which have ensured ever-rising costs to consumers and airlines, while failing to tackle the main concerns of passengers. The shortcomings of […]
THE BEST IN GLOBAL TRAVEL FOR 2025 CELEBRATED AT GLAMOROUS ULTRAS AWARDS CEREMONY IN DUBAI
(Posted 19th November 2025) Capella Bangkok named hotel of the year, Capella also voted leading luxury hotel brand, Japan shines as most popular holiday hotspot and Viceroy at Ombria Algarve won best new hotel Sir Tim Clark, President Emirates Airline was honoured with a Lifetime Achievement award The world’s leading hotels, airlines, […]
Rolls-Royce set to exclusively power Etihad Airways wide body fleet expansion
(Posted 19th November 2025) Rolls-Royce (LSE: RR., ADR: RYCEY) welcomes the announcement by Etihad Airways that it will expand its widebody fleet with aircraft powered by Trent 7000 and Trent XWB-97 engines. At this week’s Dubai Airshow, the Middle Eastern carrier announced its intention to select 15 Airbus A330neo powered by the […]
TravelComments.com – LATAM Brasil to launch São Paulo Cape Town flights in September 2026!
(Posted 18th November 2025) Great news for travellers between South America and Southern Africa! LATAM Brasil – the Brazilian arm of the LATAM Airlines Group – has announced that it will launch a brand-new nonstop service between São Paulo and Cape Town in September 2026. The route will initially operate three times per week, offering a much-needed boost in connectivity […]
Air Europa signs MoU for up to 40 Airbus A350-900
(Posted 18th November 2025) Spanish airline Air Europa has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for up to 40 A350-900 aircraft. The agreement forms the backbone of Air Europa’s long haul fleet replacement and was announced during the Dubai Airshow. The introduction of the A350 will accelerate the renewal of […]
TravelComments.com – Victoria Falls Border Post now open 24/7 between Zimbabwe and Zambia!
(Posted 18th November 2025) Travellers exploring the iconic Victoria Falls can look forward to even greater convenience. The Victoria Falls Border Post between Zimbabwe and Zambia – one of the most spectacular and memorable international crossings in the world – is now operating 24 hours a day…. READ MORE
Ethiopian Airlines strengthens its position as Africa’s largest A350 operator
(Posted 18th November 2025) Ethiopian Airlines has placed a firm order for six Airbus A350-900 aircraft, further strengthening its position as the largest A350 customer in Africa. This agreement was signed at the Dubai Airshow by Mr. Mesfin Tasew, Ethiopian Airlines Group CEO and Benoît de Saint-Exupéry, Airbus EVP Sales of the Commercial Aircraft […]
Airbus breaks Boeing monopoly at FlyDubai with a 150 aircraft order for A321Neos
(Posted 18th November 2025) flydubai signs a landmark agreement for 150 A321neo aircraft, becoming a first time Airbus customer In what must be a major blow to Boeing has Airbus earlier today signed a purchase agreement with UAE / Dubai based value carrier FlyDubai over 150 Airbus A321Neo aircraft. FlyDubai, hitherto an operator […]
Limpopo reserve wants something no one else in SA wants — elephants
(Posted 18th November 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Ed Stoddard & Felix Dlangamandla, Daily Maverick (South Africa), November 17, 2025 Elephants confined in fenced spaces are an ecological and economic challenge, but removing the species also has consequences. At a time when virtually no one in South Africa wants elephants and […]
TravelComments.com – 22 Durban beaches declared safe for swimming
(Posted 18th November 2025) Great news for summer travellers! As of 13 November 2025, 22 beaches along Durban’s iconic coastline have been declared safe for swimming, following the latest round of water quality tests conducted by the eThekwini Municipality. With warm Indian Ocean waters, golden sands, and that unmistakable KwaZulu-Natal holiday atmosphere, Durban is ready to welcome beach lovers, surfers, and […]
TravelComments.com – Eswatini Air to go cashless from 20 November 2025!
(Posted 18th November 2025) Eswatini’s national carrier, Eswatini Air, has announced a major update to its payment policy. Starting 20 November 2025, the airline will no longer accept hard cash for any of its services at all reservation offices, including airport ticket counters…. READ MORE
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 46, 2025
(Posted 18th November 2025) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Mr. Alex Koech you can read every week the arguably most comprehensive aviation updates available from all over Africa. Introduction. Nigeria’s global aviation compliance rating under the Cape Town Convention has risen to 75.5%, reflecting significant progress in aligning the […]
Radisson Residences Taghazout Bay brings contemporary living to Morocco’s renowned surf capital
(Posted 18th November 2025) Families and groups can enjoy the independence of a home away from home, paired with the calm simplicity of Radisson’s Scandinavian-inspired hospitality The Radisson Hotel Group announced the debut of Radisson Residences Taghazout Bay in the heart of Morocco’s surf capital. Nestled on the scenic hills of […]
Seychelles government makes good of election promise and halts construction on Assomption Island
(Posted 18th November 2025) The recently inaugurated new government of the Republic of Seychelles, led by newly elected President Dr. Herminie, has made good of election promises to halt the ongoing construction on Assomption Island. A significant number of breaches of the various permits given by the previous regime were reported in the […]
TravelComments.com – Addo Elephant National Park: Power and petrol station unavailable at Addo Main Camp!
(Posted 18th November 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that Addo Main Camp in the Addo Elephant National Park will experience a planned electricity outage from 06:00 to 18:00 on Tuesday, 18 November 2025. The camp’s generator will also be offline during this period, meaning that electricity-dependent facilities – including the fuel station – will not be available. SANParks advises […]
Lucky escape for passengers and crew of an ERJ145LR after Kolwezi / Congo DR crash
(Posted 17th November 2025) Earlier today did an Angola registered Embraer ERJ145LR, registered as D2-AJB, MSN: 145456, suffer a runway excursion upon landing at Kolwezi Airport (KWZ/FZQM). The 21 year old aircraft was chartered by the Congo DR Ministry of Mines to send a government delegation to Kolwezi following major mining accident. While […]
TravelComments.com – Travel Alert: Key access roads to OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg to close on 18 November 2025!
(Posted 17th November 2025) Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has issued an important travel advisory for passengers using OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg. In preparation for the G20 Johannesburg Summit, set to take place from 22–23 November 2025, several key access roads around South Africa’s busiest airport will be temporarily closed on 18 November 2025… READ MORE
Kakum National Park receives motorbikes to strengthen anti-poaching efforts
(Posted 17th November 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Ghana News Agency (Ghana), November 15, 2025 The Nature Conservation Research Centre (NCRC) has donated motorbikes and other logistics to the Wildlife Division of the Forestry Commission to strengthen patrols and community-based protection efforts within the Kakum Conservation Area. The support, which includes Global […]
Parliament report warns conservancies rely too much on trophy hunting
(Posted 17th November 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Renthia Kaimbi, Windhoek Observer (Namibia), November 14, 2025 Trophy hunting pushed conservancy revenue up to N$30 million in the last financial year for communities in the Zambezi, Kavango East and Kavango West regions, a new parliamentary oversight report has found. The report warns that […]
Two suspects arrested with five pieces of elephant tusks valued at Sh3.6 million in Nyahururu
(Posted 17th November 2025) Courtesy of African Elephant News Cyrus Ombati, The Star (Kenya), November 16, 2025 Two suspected traffickers were arrested Saturday night with elephant tusks in Nyahururu Town, police said. According to police, the arrests were made in the Kwa Wanjiku area, and the suspects had five pieces of elephant […]
Building the Next Generation of ATC Controllers with ATCPreparation.com
(Posted 17th November 2025) Courtesy of Mr. Patrik Prymula For many aspiring air traffic controllers, the FEAST selection process is the biggest hurdle on the path toward a career in aviation. It is demanding, competitive, and for most candidates, surrounded by uncertainty. I know this because a few years ago, […]
Qatar Airways Sets New Benchmark with Over 100 Starlink-Enabled Widebody Aircraft
(Posted 17th November 2025) The World’s Best Airline has accelerated its Starlink installation programme to deliver the fastest, gate-to-gate* Wi-Fi rollout on a widebody fleet – ahead of schedule Since its launch of the world’s first Starlink-equipped Boeing 777 in October 2024, Qatar Airways has operated over 30,000 flights across six continents, […]
TravelComments.com – SANParks announces temporary shop hour changes at Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park in November 2025!
(Posted 15th November 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced temporary changes to shop operating hours at selected rest camps in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park during November 2025. The changes are part of routine monthly stocktaking and will affect the shops at Mata Mata Rest Camp, Nossob Rest Camp, and Twee Rivieren Rest Camp on specific dates…. READ MORE
Emirates to launch third daily service to Nairobi, helping unlock inbound tourism growth
(Posted 15th November 2025) The new flight schedule has been optimised for connectivity with key flights operated by Kenya Airways, enabling seamless onward travel to top regional destinations Building on 30 years of successful operations, Emirates will offer three daily flights on the Dubai-Nairobi route from March 2026 Additional frequency strengthens […]
TravelComments.com – Western Cape: Historic leopard sighting confirmed in West Coast National Park!
(Posted 15th November 2025) South African National Parks (SANParks) has confirmed a remarkable wildlife breakthrough: a leopard has been photographed in the West Coast National Park for the first time in 170 years. The sighting signals the species’ natural return to South Africa’s coastal landscapes after being extirpated from the region in the mid-1800s…. READ MORE
Air Algérie takes delivery of its first Airbus A330neo
(Posted 15th November 2025) Air Algérie has taken delivery of its first Airbus A330-900, marking a significant milestone in the modernisation of its long-haul fleet and in its long-standing partnership with Airbus. The A330-900 will play a key role in Air Algérie expansion plans from Algiers, enabling the launch of new transatlantic and Asian […]
