It is back to the Agikuyu cultural roots at River Gura
(Posted 29th October 2023) Courtesy of Jayne Rose Gacheri and with permission from Lucy Waruhi During the marking of this year’s World Tourism Day, I found myself in Nyeri. Nyeri tourism stakeholders were marking the day by celebrating River Gura, and part of the activities were cultural performances and traditional activities. […]
#Tourism remains #Uganda’s top service bet
(Posted 29th October 2023) Courtesy of Emmanuel Okware, Uganda On Tuesday evening, 17th Oct 2023, Uganda and the global tourism fraternity were shocked and concerned by an armed attack on a foreign couple on their honeymoon (David Barlow and Celia Barlow) plus their Ugandan guide/driver killed in Queen Elizabeth National […]
#IATATraining – the latest course and programme updates
(Posted 28th October 2023) This Quarter’s Industry Updates Two New Partner Schools Meet our high-quality training partners in Qatar and India Working Tools for Your Career Course schedules, learning updates & industry events Webinars Worth Your Time Watch our experts discuss training and aviation best practice Recommended Reading Go deeper with industry […]
Safari Tourism at a Crossroads?
(Posted 28th October 2023) Courtesy of Serengeti Watch Dear Serengeti Supporter The emergence of AI has reminded us, the complex systems we humans create can take on a life of their own. Travel is like that. As with AI, we need guardrails to align it with human values, including: benefits for host […]
Make your Halloween a magical experience – at #BrusselsAirport
(Posted 28th October 2023) Make your Halloween a magical experience On Tuesday 31st of October, celebrate Halloween with Coco Loco and its artists. Coco Loco is an extraordinary combination between a magical halloween, colorful carnival & vintage circus. Prepare yourself for a night filled with sensational acrobats & circus artist, headlining dj’s & acts, spectacular […]
#AHIF2024 – Help shape the agenda
(Posted 28th October 2023) What topics would you like to hear about at AHIF 2024 We are currently in the planning stages for the Africa Hospitality Investment Forum (AHIF) 2024, and we want to ensure that AHIF 2024 addresses your specific interests and needs. Please share with us your preferences for speakers you’d like to hear […]
THE 6TH AFRICA YOUTH IN TOURISM INNOVATION CHALLENGE 2024 LAUNCHED.
(Posted 28th October 2023) Africa Tourism Partners is thrilled to announce the launch of the 6th and 2024 Africa Youth in Tourism Innovation Challenge. A call is therefore being made to all the young people in Africa up to the age of 35 years to enter the Challenge. The portal will be […]
#Zambia Tourism – #KafuntaSafaris News
(Posted 28th October 2023) Dear ATCNews Readers! October is almost over; I cannot believe it. And the end of October means (intense heat, yes, but that wasn’t what I had in mind) the end of our peak safari season and the closing of our two remote camps, Three Rivers and Island Bush Camps. […]
#Uganda adventure tourism seminars – the first one is now underway
(Posted 27th October 2023) Good morning to you all, Just a reminder that the first free Adventure Tourism webinar is today at 10 am. They promise to be very informative and should not be missed! https://bit.ly/adventurewebinar1 #Uganda – Webinars on the way to help promote tourism
#Nairobi Marathon will see some key roads closed for the race tomorrow
(Posted 27h October 2023) On Saturday, the 28th of October there will be a temporary road closure starting at 11.00pm due to the Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon that will be held from 6.00am on 29th October. The affected areas will primarily be the Southern Bypass and Langata Road. This closure is essential […]
#Botswana to gift #Angola 8000 elephants
(Posted 27th October 2023) Courtesy of African Elephant / Stenews and Kedirebofe Pelontle, Botswana Daily News via AllAfrica Botswana will donate 8 000 elephants to Angola as part of efforts to reduce their numbers in the country. President Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi revealed this during a handover of Elephant Express minibus project […]
Speed and Convenience Top Priority for Passengers
(Posted 27th October 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the results of its 2023 Global Passenger Survey (GPS), showing that travelers continue to prioritize speed and convenience and are increasingly embracing biometrics and off-airport processes to deliver it. “Passengers have made it clear: they want to spend less time booking and […]
Frankfurt Airport becoming the first European airport to offer full-coverage facial recognition biometrics for passenger identification from check-in to flight boarding.
(Posted 27th October 2023) SITA and Fraport are enabling all airlines at Frankfurt Airport to jointly use face biometrics as identification from check-in to boarding the aircraft. Frankfurt is the first airport in Europe to offer biometric touchpoints to all airline passengers, enabling streamlined, frictionless passage throughout the airport. Using SITA’s Smart Path […]
TravelComments.com – Western Cape: Update on road closures and repairs following the adverse weather conditions in September 2023!
(Posted 27th October 2023) The Western Cape Government has released an update on road closures and repairs to road infrastructure in the Western Cape following the severe rainfall and subsequent flooding on the weekend of 22 – 25 September 2023. According to the Premier of the Western Cape, Alan Winde, immediately after the adverse weather system, […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 27th October 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
#Entebbe International Airport conducts full scale security exercise
(Posted 26th October 2023) Following a full scale security exercise earlier today at Entebbe International Airport has the Uganda Civil Aviation Authority issued a statement, as shown below. The exercise was communicated via a NOTAM, aka Notice to Airmen, to alert all incoming flights into Entebbe of the exercise on the ground, which […]
#EthiopianAirlines is waiting for Nigerian Government Decision on Nigerian Air
(Posted 26th October 2023) The Group Chief Executive Officer of Ethiopian Airlines, Mr. Mesfin Tasew has said that the East African carrier never had any plan to set up an airline in Nigeria but was invited by the federal government to partner with it to establish a national carrier, Nigeria Air. Tasew […]
Get the Latest White Paper “Make Lithium Batteries Safe to Ship”
(Posted 26th October 2023) Do you know why lithium batteries are dangerous? Are you aware of the evolving standards regarding their shipment? If you need an accessible yet comprehensive guide to lithium batteries that points you toward globally accepted best practices and a suite of support manuals and programs, then look no […]
TravelComments.com – Cape Town: Nettleton stairs at Lion’s Head to close for maintenance!
(Posted 26th October 2023) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that the Nettleton stairs at Lions Head in Cape Town’s Table Mountain National Park (TMNP) will be closed due to maintenance from… READ MORE
Tagline Survey for Kenya’s Cradle of Mankind Campaign
(Posted 26th October 2023) Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) is seeking your valuable input to chose a new tagline that embodies Kenya as the cradle of mankind. Your feedback will help us align our communications with the narrative of Kenya as the birthplace of humanity. The tagline with the most votes will be […]
#Kenya government to spend Sh150M on Kibwezi electric fence to end human-wildlife conflict
(Posted 26th October 2023) Courtesy of Elephant News / Stenews and Veronica Nthakyo, The Star The Kenya government will spend Sh150 million to install an electric fence in Kibwezi, Makueni county, Tourism Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has said. Mutua said the 135 km electric fence is expected to end human-wildlife conflict in […]
Tourism: The Enduring Power of Partnerships
(Posted 26th October 2023) Courtesy of Jane Sun, CEO, Trip.com Group. Through collaboration, we unlock value. The value of a win-win creates strong commitment towards maximising each party’s opportunities and success. Far beyond a legal contract, the best partnerships strengthen common goals through shared desires and a mission. At Trip.com Group, […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 26th October 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their relaunched Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
Andreas Lackner Appointed as Hilton’s Vice President Operations, Africa & Indian Ocean
(Posted 26th October 2023) Hilton today announced the appointment of Andreas Lackner as Vice President, Operations, Africa & Indian Ocean (A&IO). Andreas brings on board a wealth of hospitality experience to his new position, including 20 years at Hilton. He will be responsible for overseeing the strategic direction of Hilton’s portfolio of managed hotels across […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 26th October 2023) CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS Ethiopian Airlines Regains Title as ‘Africa’s Leading Airline’ at the 2023 World Travel Awards AirSpace-Africa Ethiopian Airlines soared back to the top of the African aviation scene as they reclaimed the prestigious title of ‘Africa’s Leading Airline’ at the 2023 World Travel Awards, […]
TravelComments.com – Namibia: National Marine Aquarium in Swakopmund closed to the public until further notice!
(Posted 26th October 2023) The Namibian Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR) has announced that the National Marine Aquarium in the coastal town of Swakopmund is closed to the public with immediate effect due to major repairs and rehabilitation work to be conducted in the facility. According to the Ministry, years of exposure to seawater has caused […]
#Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services Wins ‘Best Cargo Airline-Africa’ at the Maiden Arabian Cargo Awards.
(Posted 25th October 2023) Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest and most successful airline group, has been honoured as ‘Best Cargo Airline – Africa’ at the inaugural ‘Arabian Cargo Awards’ ceremony which was held earlier this evening. The company CEO Mr. Mesfin Tasew, when learning about the award, then congratulated the Ethiopian […]
#StarAlliance welcomes qualifying passengers to their new Lounge at #Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport #CDG
(Posted 25th October 2023) Star Alliance, the world’s largest airline alliance, today inaugurated its second lounge at Paris Charles de Gaulle airport. Opened on October 13th, it welcomes First and Business Class passengers and Star Alliance Gold status customers on member airline flights departing from gates 10 to 38 in Terminal 1. […]
The Emin Pasha Hotel and Spa, CityBlue Collection welcomes Rahim Jiwani as new General Manager
(Posted 25th October 2023) The Emin Pasha Hotel and Spa, which is since earlier this year part of the CityBlue Hotels group, is today introducing a new General Manager, Mr. Rahim Jiwani. The Emin Pasha, as it is commonly called in Kampala, is part of the CityBlue Collection, a sub brand of […]
TravelComments.com – Zimbabwe: Construction of a new multi-purpose complex at Hwange National Park’s main entrance point has commenced!
(Posted 25th October 2023) The construction of a state-of-the-art multi-purpose complex at the main entrance and exit point to Hwange National Park in north-west Zimbabwe has commenced. The building, which is expected to cost about US$1.4 million, will comprise a new one-stop gate, tourism offices, an exhibition centre, visitor and cultural centres, staff and ranger housing […]
