Wakanow.com enters Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda, Tanzania with Pay Small Small
(Posted 23rd April 2024) With presence in 10 countries spanning Africa, Europe and the Middle East, the continent’s leading tech travel company, Wakanow.com has increased its footprint with the launch of its operations in Kenya, Rwanda, Uganda and Tanzania aiming to fulfil its long time running of democratizing travel and optimizing customer experience […]
#ColobusConservation’s latest news
(Posted 22nd April 2024) Greetings, ATCNews Readers and Friends of Colobus Conservation! Please click the button below to access the latest quarterly newsletter in PDF format. Thank you! Colobus Conservation Quarterly Newsletter Colobus Conservation · P.O. Box 5380 · Diani Beach · Mombasa 80401 · Kenya
GLOBAL HOTEL ALLIANCE CELEBRATES 20TH ANNIVERSARY AT IHIF EMEA IN BERLIN
(Posted 22nd April 2024) UAE-headquartered Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, celebrated its 20th anniversary this week in Berlin at the International Hospitality Investment Forum (IHIF), where the then start-up was first announced in 2004. GHA was the loyalty partner of the IHIF EMEA event, which welcomed over 2,500 attendees […]
#ArabianTravelMarket2024 – What is new …
(Posted 22nd April 2024) Here’s your first official sneak-peek at what exciting things you can expect from Arabian Travel Market 2024: Introducing a new theme for this year – Transforming Travel Through Entrepreneurship. Embrace endless meeting opportunities with some of the biggest names in travel plus over 100 brands exhibiting for the very first time […]
#VirungaNationalPark news updates
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Africa Tourism Partners announce date and venue for #ABTMM2024
(Posted 22th April 2024) The organisers of Africa Business Tourism and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) Masterclass (ABTMM) have announced that the 7 th and 2024 edition of the Pan-African MICE/ Business Tourism Capacity Development and Continuing Professional Development Masterclass will take place on 16 and 17 July 2024 at BDO Offices, […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 22nd April 2024) ATCNews readers have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
Ethiopian Airlines Launches a New Service to Warsaw, Poland
(Posted 21st April 2024) Ethiopian Airlines, Africa’s largest airline group, has just announced the launch of new four times weekly passenger services to Warsaw, Poland via Athens. The inaugural flight is scheduled as of June 16, 2024, expanding the airline’s European destinations to 24 in total. The new route, ET 764 from Addis […]
TravelComments.com – Survey: Cape Town International Airport in Cape Town named Best Airport in Africa for the nineth consecutive year!
(Posted 21st April 2024) Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town was named Best Airport in Africa for the nineth consecutive year at the 2024 SKYTRAX World Airport Awards™. Durban’s King Shaka International Airport (DUR) came in second in the continental category, followed by OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg. Cape Town International Airport (CPT) also won… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Namibia: Visa on arrival at Walvis Bay Harbour!
(Posted 21st April 2024) The Namibian Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Security (MHAISS) has announced the introduction of visas upon arrival at Walvis Bay Harbour in Walvis Bay with immediate effect. According to Etienne Maritz, the Executive Director of the MHAISS, this initiative will simplify travel logistics for tourists and business visitors as it eliminates the need […]
Alain St. Ange awarded Honorary Ph.D. for promoting tourism beyond Seychelles’ borders
(Posted 20th April 2024) Tourism Industry rallies to say congratulations to Dr. h.c. Alain St.Ange ATCNews publisher, joined by the entire team, extends warmest congratulations to fellow Dr. (h.c.) Alain St. Ange Alain St.Ange was earlier this month conferred a Doctorate Fellow of Chartered Institute of Hospitality, Tourism and Management of […]
#BrusselsAirlines offers cadet programme for aspiring pilots
(Posted 20th April 2024) Are you ready to soar to new heights? Brussels Airlines is thrilled to announce their MPL Cadet Program, opening doors for aspiring pilots to join their team! For the first time ever, Brussels Airlines is offering vacancies for cadet pilots. Through a rigorous 19-month training program with their trusted […]
Serena Kenya Safari Lodges & Camps publish East Africa Resident Rates 2024
(Posted 20th April 2024) Please find below the details of Serena Hotels’ July – December Residents Rates and Train Package for your reference. The following commissions apply to all bona fide Travel Agents and Tour Operators: 1. East African Resident Rates – 15% 2. Train Package – 10%
Accessible Tourism Emerges as a Vital Growth Opportunity for Africa’s Travel Industry
(Posted 20th April 2024) Unlocking Africa’s inclusive tourism potential was center stage at Africa Travel Week 2024. A panel illuminated the vast $1 billion+ market of travellers with disabilities eager to explore the continent. “It’s not just a social imperative, it’s a financial one,” said Tarryn Tomlinson of LiveAble, urging improved accessibility. Panelists […]
World Airport Awards – Commentary by Aero Trails Ltd.
(Posted 20th April 2024) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Mr. Alex Koech Skytrax recently unveiled the results of its annual World Airport Awards during a prestigious ceremony held in Frankfurt, Germany. As a leading authority in airline and airport evaluations, Skytrax conducted extensive surveys at over 570 airports worldwide, capturing traveler experiences […]
TravelComments.com – Qatar Airways increases flights to Luanda
(Posted 20th April 2024) Qatar Airways, the flag carrier of Qatar, has announced that it will extend the frequency of flights between Hamad International Airport (DOH) in Doha and Quatro de Fevereiro International Airport (LAD) in Luanda, the capital of Angola. According to the airline, Luanda will see a frequency increase from one weekly flight to… READ MORE
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 19th April 2024) ATCNews readers have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
TravelComments.com – Norse Atlantic Airways launches flights between London Cape Town!
(Posted 19th April 2024) Norwegian low-cost, long-haul airline Norse Atlantic Airways is set to launch scheduled direct flights between London Gatwick (LGW) in London, England, and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa. The airline will operate three weekly flights on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays from London to Cape Town and on Tuedays, Thursdays and Sundays from Cape Town to London. The new service will commence […]
#AFRAA – 12th Aviation Stakeholders Convention and Safety Summit, 12 – 15 May 2024
(Posted 19th April 2024) Have you booked your flight to: The 12th Aviation Stakeholders Convention from 12-14 May 2024 and the Inaugural African Aviation and Operations Summit on 15th 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 is proudly […]
Seychelles former Minister Alain St.Ange confirms his Arabian Travel Market (ATM) participation
(Posted 19th April 2024) Speaking to the Dubai press yesterday, Alain St.Ange, the Seychelles former Minister for Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine and founding President of the Indian Ocean Vanilla Islands Organization and of the African Tourism Board, confirmed that he will be at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai […]
Dates For 7th & 2024 Africa Business Tourism & Mice Masterclass Announced
(Posted 19th April 2024) DATES FOR 7TH & 2024 AFRICA BUSINESS TOURISM & MICE MASTERCLASS ANNOUNCED The organisers of Africa Business Tourism and MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions) Masterclass (ABTMM) have announced that the 7th and 2024 edition of the Pan-African MICE/ Business Tourism Capacity Development and Continuing Professional Development Masterclass will take place on 16 […]
Hamad International Airport again recognized as the “World’s Best Airport”
(Posted 19th April 2024) Hamad International Airport, based in Doha, Qatar has again secured its position as the “World’s Best Airport” by the prestigious 2024 Skytrax World Airport Awards held at the Passenger Terminal Expo 2024 in Frankfurt, Germany. The gateway to Qatar was also named ‘World’s Best Airport Shopping’ for the second time […]
#ATHW2024 names second set of key coaches
(Posted 18th April 2024) We know that growing a business in the tourism and hospitality industry in Africa is not a walk in the park. So, let’s introduce our 2nd set of coaches that you will meet at the #ATHW2024 at Lagos Oriental Hotel, Lagos Nigeria. Diran Oloyede is a strategic partnerships and business generation […]
#IATA and Partners Release Aviation Net Zero Roadmaps Comparative Review
(Posted 18th April 2024) The International Air Transport Association (IATA), together with the Air Transportation Systems Laboratory at University College London (UCL), the Air Transport Action Group (ATAG), the International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) and the Mission Possible Partnership (MPP), released the Aviation Net Zero CO2 Transition Pathways Comparative Review. This is the […]
TravelComments.com – Durban: Ten beaches are currently closed for swimming due to water quality!
(Posted 18th April 2024) 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 16 April 2024) 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
TravelComments.com – KwaZulu-Natal: Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife initiated a rhino dehorning programme in Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park!
(Posted 18th April 2024) Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife, the governmental organisation responsible for maintaining wildlife conservation areas and biodiversity in KwaZulu-Natal, that is has, in collaboration with the World Wildlife Fund South Africa (WWF South Africa), initiated a rhino dehorning programme in the Hluhluwe iMfolozi Park (HiP) on 08 April 2024. KwaZulu-Natal lost a total of… READ MORE
#Kisoro Airfield to stay closed for even longer
(Posted 18th April 2024) The Uganda Civil Aviation Authority has yet again extended the closure of the important Kisoro Airfield via another NOTAM which reads: Starting Monday 15th April 09:40 AM to Wednesday 15th May at 06:00 PM Kisoro Runway 18/36 Closed. REF: AIP Uganda AD 2-HUKI-1-3 (30 MAR 17) ATCNews has […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 18th April 2024) ATCNews readers have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 18th April 2024) CCA IN THE NEWS Record Participation Expected At 2024 US-Africa Business Summit- CCA CEO Florie Liser Pan African Visions The U.S.-Africa Business Summit serves as a one-stop shop for U.S. business and government leaders to meet representatives from more than 40 countries that are going to be there, and […]
Africa Weekly Aviation Trails: Week 15, 2024 Highlights
(Posted 17th April 2024) Courtesy of Aero Trail Ltd and Mr. Alex Koech The past week was a rollercoaster ride for African aviation! While Ethiopian Airlines celebrated a momentous achievement, Air Peace found itself navigating hazy new skies. From allegations of sabotage to exciting fleet additions and new route announcements, there’s plenty […]
