#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 […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
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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
#KenyaAirways gives early notice on anticipated flight disruptions ahead of the holidays
(Posted 09th December 2023) Kenya Airways’ CEO Allan Kilavuka has signed a public notice that the airline, due to challenges over sourcing spare parts for aircraft undergoing maintenance, is expecting disruptions of their scheduled flights ahead of the Christmas and New Year holidays. Passengers intending to fly to and from Kenya […]
Airbus Flight Academy Europe upgrades training fleet with more sustainable aircraft
(Posted 09th December 2023) Airbus Flight Academy Europe, a 100% subsidiary of Airbus providing civil and military pilot training, has received its first batch of more fuel efficient, quieter Elixir training aircraft as part of its sustainable development strategy. The first four aircraft, out of a total of eight to be delivered, are […]
Airlines Set to Earn 2.7% Net Profit Margin on Record Revenues in 2024
(Posted 08th December 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced strengthened profitability projections for airlines in 2023, which will then largely stabilize in 2024. However, net profitability at the global level is expected to be well below the cost of capital in both years. Very significant regional variations in financial performance remain. […]
Cathay Group orders the A350F
(Posted 08th December 2023) Hong Kong’s Cathay has become the latest carrier to order the all-new A350F, following the signature of a purchase agreement for six aircraft. The A350F will join the airline’s cargo division, Cathay Cargo, and will become a central element in its future fleet, bringing new levels of efficiency […]
Thriving Ecosystems Support Resilient Communities
(Posted 08th December 2023) At African Parks, we work with communities to support solutions for human-nature coexistence. Through community development programmes, educational outreach, and sustainable livelihood projects, more than 2.5 million local people have benefitted from ecosystem services and socio-economic initiatives. DONATE With your support, we can scale impact to manage 30 […]
IATA Expanding Operational Data Analytics Capabilities
(Posted 08th December 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that insights from enhancing the analytical capabilities of the IATA Global Aviation Data Management (GADM) program are powering informed decisions to improve safety, operational efficiency and sustainability. The new capabilities take advantage of advancements in big data, machine learning and artificial intelligence. GADM’s data […]
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Star Alliance is World’s Leading Airline Alliance at the World Travel Awards 2023
(Posted 08th December 2023) #BrusselsAirlines is a member of StarAlliance as are ‘sister companies’ Austrian and Swiss. Principal owner Lufthansa is a founder member of StarAlliance. For the fourth consecutive year, Star Alliance proudly announces its victory as the World’s Leading Airline Alliance at the esteemed World Travel Awards. The announcement […]
#Seychelles – State of Emergency lifted
(Posted 07th December 2023) State House Victoria / Seychelles has confirmed that the state of emergency, which was imposted at 06.00 hrs (a.m.) local time earlier today, has been lifted. (Translation) ‘State of Emergency removed‘ The President of the Republic of Seychelles, Mr Wavel Ramkalawan has formally announced the lifting of the […]
#BreakingNews as #Seychelles placed under #StateofEmergency due to heavy rains and a major explosion in the industrial area
(Posted 07th December 2023) Air Seychelles has advised earlier in the day changes to their schedule due to a present state of emergency announced by the country’s President. Extremely heavy rains coupled with a explosion at the main CCCL explosives store on Mahe Island, which has seen dark fumes drift across the island […]
#ALS / #Kenya to operate festive season flights to #Malindi and #Lamu
(Posted 07th December 2023) ALS has announced that they will operate a festive season flight into Lamu and Malindi effective 8th Dec23 to 8th Jan 2024. This will add much needed capacity into the market for flights from Wilson Airport to the Kenya coast, avoiding the oftentimes hassles of flying out of Jomo Kenyatta […]
Passenger Demand Recovery Continues On Track in October
(Posted 07th December 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the ongoing recovery in passenger demand continued in October. • Total traffic in October 2023 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose 31.2% compared to October 2022. Globally, traffic is now at 98.2% of pre-COVID levels. • Domestic traffic for October rose […]
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