#BreakingNews as #Radisson announces its first safari hotel in South Africa
(Posted 22nd December 2023) 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 has announced the opening of Radisson Safari Hotel Hoedspruit, its first Safari hotel […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: Cape Town International Airport (CPT) ranked third-best airport in the World!
(Posted 22nd December 2023) AirHelp, a Berlin-based claims management company that promotes and enforces air passenger rights in cases of flight disruptions, has assessed and ranked 194 of the world’s biggest and best known airports for its annunal Global Airport Ranking. In order to ensure a reliable ranking, AirHelp has taken information on each airports’… READ […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: South African Airways (SAA) and SunExpress to expand partnership!
(Posted 22nd December 2023) South Africa’s flag carrier, South African Airways (SAA), and SunExpress, a joint venture between Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines, have expanded their existing cooperation. The two airlines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to support SAA’s operations with… READ MORE
#Airbus gets early Christmas present with additional 200 aircraft sales
(Posted 20th December 2023) easyJet has confirmed a firm order for 157 additional A320neo Family aircraft following shareholder approval. The firm order comprises 56 A320neo and 101 A321neo aircraft and also includes the upsizing of an existing order for 35 A320neo into the larger A321neo. The agreement is part of easyJet’s fleet […]
#BreakingNews – TravelComments.com – Rabies warning: High-risk areas identified in KwaZulu-Natal & the Eastern Cape!
(Posted 20th December 2023) The South African Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development has released a cautionary advisory to travellers planing to visit coastal areas of KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape following a rabies outbreak. Rabies is a potentially fatal viral infection transmitted through the saliva of infected animals. Early symptoms can include… READ MORE
#BreakingNews as #Tanzania’s #AuricAir advises of airstrip closures due to bad weather and local conditions
(Posted 19th December 2023) Auric Air regrets to inform you that certain airstrips in their network are temporarily closed. Please refer to the table below for details on affected airstrips. They appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time. *Added airstrips Aerodrome: Chem Chem Airstrip Description: Runway not fit for use due […]
#Discover set to increase #EastAfrica flights for summer 2024
(Posted 18th December 2023) Discover is a member of the Lufthansa Group, operating long haul flights to leisure destination, previously known as Eurowings Discover. In Summer 2024, Discover Airlines is increasing flight frequencies to Mombasa in Kenya from 5 to 6 weekly flights, a development warmly welcomed by the local tourism fraternity […]
TravelComments.com – Durban: Swimming at three beaches is currently prohibited due to water quality!
(Posted 18th 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 16 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
#Kenya – Lucky escape for all 10 on board as aircraft crashes in #Lamu District
(Posted 17th December 2023) A Cessna 208B Grand Caravan, registered in Kenya as 5Y-GOK, ownership and operator yet to be established, crashed soon after taking off from Kiunga airstrip / Lamu District, leaving all 10 on board nursing injuries. Those on board were two pilots and 8 passengers, reportedly mostly Kenya Defence Force […]
Seasons Greetings – ATCNews wishes all readers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2024
(Posted 15th December 2023) ATCNews wishes all readers, supporters, collaborators, volunteers, advertisers and friends a Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year 2024. Traditionally is the period of 20th of December until the first Monday in January a period of rest for us, when ATCNews is only reporting about […]
#TurkishAirlines orders an additional 220 #Airbus aircraft
(Posted 16th December 2023) Türkiye’s national carrier, Turkish Airlines, will expand its fleet with an order for 220 Airbus aircraft, made up of 150 Airbus’ best selling A321s and 70 of the world’s most modern and efficient A350 widebody aircraft (50 A350-900s, 15 A350-1000s and 5 A350F freighters). This follows two orders […]
IATA Rolls Out New Timatic Product to Support Contactless Travel and Enhance Customer Experience
(Posted 15th December 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has rolled out the next generation travel documentation and verification system which supports contactless travel and enhances the passenger experience. To achieve this, Timatic has undergone a complete redesign, setting a new benchmark in travel compliance solutions. Building on the success of its predecessor, Timatic AutoCheck offers […]
A J Wangui rejoins Serena Hotels as Director of Sales
(Posted 15th December 2023) According to Ms. Rosemary Mugambi, Regional Sales and Marketing Director of Serena Hotels in Africa, has Ms. A. J. Wangui rejoined the organization as Director of Sales. Joyce had left Serena Hotels many years ago and taken up a position as Director of Sales at the Sankara […]
#JapanAirlines takes delivery of its first #Airbus #A350-1000
(Posted 15th December 2023) Japan Airlines (JAL) has taken delivery of its first A350-1000 from Airbus’ delivery centre in Toulouse, France. The A350-1000 is set to become the airline’s new international aircraft, initially flying on the prestigious Tokyo Haneda – New York JFK route. JAL’s A350 is configured in four classes. […]
#AFRAA AGA 55 Special Edition Newsletter
(Posted 15th December 2023) The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) and Uganda Airlines concluded the 55th Annual General Assembly (AGA) in Kampala, Uganda. The event was held under the High Patronage of the Government of Uganda and officiated by H.E Jessica Rose Epel Alupo, Vice President of the Republic of Uganda. The event, […]
#SITA: Meet the new Megatrends
(Posted 15th December 2023) With the arrival of Generative AI in 2023, the technology has surged to the top of airport and airline agendas, with 97% of airlines planning a program to develop the technology. This has taken the limelight away from Metaverse, which was the focus for 2022. Similarly, Urban Air Mobility […]
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 […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 15th December 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
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
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 14th December 2023) ATCNews readers continue to have daily access, courtesy of #CAPA, to their Corporate Travel Community news, by simply clicking on https://corporatetravelcommunity.com/news
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 […]
