#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 11th September 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
#Qatar stands with #Africa #Tourism
(Posted 11th September 2023) By Alain St. Ange for ATCNews Africa and Asia are working hard to move tourism forward for the benefit of SMEs. The weekend of the 18th it is Africa that will be showcasing its tourism might and the following weekend, the 29th, all the attention will be on Bali […]
TOP 5 FINALISTS OF THE AFRICA TOURISM LEADERSHIP AWARDS 2023 ANNOUNCED
(Posted 10th September 2023) FINALISTS OF THE AFRICA TOURISM LEADERSHIP AWARDS 2023 ANNOUNCED Africa Tourism Partners is thrilled to announce the top 5 finalists of each of the 9 categories of the Africa Tourism Leadership Awards (ATLA 2023). The Awards recognizes and honours change-makers and innovation pioneered by Africans, in Africa, for […]
#Tanzania’s #AuricAir announces daily flights to Songo Songo
(Posted 10th September 2023) Effective 15th of October will Auric Air commence a daily service to Songo Songo, using Cessna C208B Grand Caravan aircraft. For added information such as flight timings check out www.auricair.com or write to info@auricair.com
Inflight Experience China Summit 2023 set for 07th of December
(Posted 10th September 2023) The Inflight Experience China Summit is scheduled to take place on 07th of December 2023 in Shanghai China, so make sure you get the date in your diary now! IFECS is an international summit and B2B networking event that focuses on redefining the overall inflight passenger experience and services. […]
Ethiopian Airlines returns to Bangui
(Posted 10th September 2023) Ethiopian Airlines has announced that it will start a thrice weekly passenger services to Bangui, Central African Republic (CAR), as of November 15th, 2023. Bangui is the largest city of the Central African Republic (CAR), and it serves as an important part of the country. The flight to Bangui […]
#Discover – the new name for the Lufthansa Group’s leisure airline
(Posted 08th September 2023) What used to be the Lufthansa Group’s Eurowings Discover has successfully rebranded into a new name and sporting a new livery too – say hello to ‘Discover‘ as the new look will be rolled out progressively over the coming months. Eurowings Discover was the name of Lufthansa’s low cost […]
Le Petit Village, Kampala’s finest boutique hotel, receives the ‘Kayak Award’
(Posted 08th September 2023) Nestled amidst the stunning landscapes of Uganda, a hidden gem awaits those seeking a truly unforgettable escape. Le Petit Village Hotel & Spa has recently been crowned the best hotel in Uganda by none other than Kayak.com, solidifying its reputation as a haven of luxury, tranquility, and unparalleled […]
TravelComments.com – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: River Front Chalets in the Mata Mata Rest Camp to undergo maintenance!
(Posted 08th September 2023) The roofs of the River Front Chalets in the Mata Mata Rest Camp in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park will undergo much-needed maintenance from Friday, 15 September 2023. The whole project is expected to take… READ MORE
#SITA publishes key findings for the aviation industry
(Posted 08th September 2023) Following is news from SITA (the Societe Internationale de Telecommunications Aeronautiques) on its 2023 Air Travel Passenger IT Insights report which has been released today. Key findings of the research are: When booking a flight, experience at the airport is an increasingly important consideration for passengers, beyond just cost […]
Four Points by Sheraton Kampala set to shuffle the cards of the Kampala hotel scene
(Posted 08th September 2023) (Shown above on the left is Mr. Vivek Mathur, Group General Manager of the Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport, the Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Hurlingham, the Four Points by Sheraton Nairobi Airport and also the representative of the Kenyan owners of the new hotel in Kampala) […]
#AFRAA publishes latest data on traffic by African airlines
(Posted 08th September 2023) In August 2023, traffic carried by African airlines reached 98.4% of the 2019 level. Domestic market share was estimated at 34%, intra-Africa at 29%, and intercontinental at 37%. The total number of intercontinental routes operated by African airlines exceeded pre-COVID levels since October 2022. In some major […]
TravelComments.com – Limpopo: Limpopo Wildlife Resorts (LWR) has announced the dates for the “Mahala Week 2023”!
(Posted 08th September 2023) Limpopo Wildlife Resorts (LWR) has announced the dates of the “Mahala Week 2023”. Entrance will be waived for visitors to eleven Nature Resorts in Limpopo from 11 September 2023 to… READ MORE
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 08th September 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
The #VanillaIslands support sustainability
(Posted 07th September 2023) In a world where sustainable development is now at the forefront of concerns, the Vanilla Islands are positioning themselves as true leaders in this movement. For several years, these Indian Ocean islands have skillfully combined the maintenance of a vital economic activity, crucial for the longevity of local businesses […]
#AirTanzania set for return to South Africa
(Posted 07th September 2023) Several years after pulling out of the South Afrian market, in part related to the global C19 pandemic but also for more underlying issues such as court cases and aircraft being impounded, has Air Tanzania now decided that the time is right to re-launch flights between Dar […]
Turkish Airlines places order for ten additional Airbus A350-900
(Posted 07th September 2023) Türkiye’s national flag carrier, Turkish Airlines, has announced a new order for 10 additional A350-900 aircraft, taking its total for the type to 40. This latest agreement is in addition to one announced in August for four A350-900s. Turkish Airlines already operates a fleet of 14 A350-900s. Christian Scherer, […]
Airlink inaugurates two new routes to Malawi
(Posted 07th September 2023) Airlink’s inaugural flights has touched down in Blantyre wrapping up the successful inauguration of its new dual Malawi routes – the other destination being Lilongwe. With the new services Malawi becomes the latest country in Airlink’s comprehensive network which now extends to 46 destinations. “In launching Airlink’s services, we […]
Passenger Demand Continues Strong in July
(Posted 07th September 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the post-COVID recovery momentum continued in July for passenger markets. Total traffic in July 2023 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose 26.2% compared to July 2022. Globally, traffic is now at 95.6% of pre-COVID levels. Domestic traffic for July rose 21.5% […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news
(Posted 07th September 2023) CCA IN THE NEWS Interview with Florie Liser, President and CEO of Corporate Council on Africa Spotlight On Africa We find ourselves in a different place today than we were in the past when Africa was sometimes perceived as a single country instead of recognizing its diversity as a […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 07th September 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
AFRICAN TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY INVESTMENT-READY BUSINESS WORKSHOP #ATHW2023
(Posted 06th September 2023) Tourism Invest Africa in collaboration with GEN Namibia and Nicolas Goupil Consulting presents the maiden edition of African Tourism and Hospitality Investment-ready Business Workshop #ATHW2023 from 26th – 28th of September, 2023 and will also be Online. The workshop is design for SMEs (startups and medium-size) who own investment-ready […]
The #ElewanaCollection’s latest news
(Posted 06th September 2023) The Elewana Collection Newsletter SPECIAL OFFERS Enjoy ultimate exclusivity this winter with private game vehicle promotion Stay four nights or more from 1st November to 15th December and receive a private vehicle and guide on game drives at no extra cost (worth min $2,000). Read more Free night offer […]
#AfricanParks set to rewilding 2,000 White Rhinos
(Posted 06th September 2023) The white rhino is under extreme pressure across Africa as a result of poaching for their horns. Today, there are only approximately 15,000 animals left. The single largest remaining population is actually a private captive breeding operation “Platinum Rhino” situated in the North West Province of South Africa, which currently holds […]
Air Cargo Demand Strengthens Despite Challenges in July
(Posted 06th September 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for July 2023 global air cargo markets, showing a continuing trend of recovering growth rates since February. July air cargo demand was tracking just 0.8% below the previous year’s levels. Although demand is now basically flat compared to 2022, this is […]
Register for the 55th Annual General Assembly, 19 – 21 November, Entebbe – Uganda
(Posted 06th September 2023) Uganda Airlines set to host AFRAA’s 55th Annual General Assembly The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) is pleased invite you to the 55th Annual General Assembly (AGA) and Summit of the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) scheduled to take place from 19th to 21st of November 2023 at the Speke […]
#ATLF2023 – Time to book your rebated accommodation rates
(Posted 06th September 2023) 6TH AFRICA TOURISM LEADERSHIP FORUM & AWARDS 4th -6th October 20203 Gaborone, Botswana ATLF as an intra-Africa travel and tourism platform that offers opportunity for marketing, sales, business development and networking in professional and personalised setting for suppliers (accommodation, travel trade and service providers) to do business with travel […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
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Is aviation safety in your DNA?
(Posted 05th September 2023) Keeping the skies safe is everyone’s responsibility. This month’s World Safety and Operations Conference in Hanoi, Vietnam will highlight safety leadership, cabin operations, and emergency response among other key topics. The industry’s collective efforts in safety, from maintenance to ground operations to auditing, continues to bring safety improvements. In fact, the industry […]
TravelComments.com – African Parks to release 2,000 southern white rhino into the wild over the next 10 years!
(Posted 05th September 2023) African Parks, a conservation NGO that manages 22 protected areas in partnership with 12 governments across Africa, has announced that it will take over the 7,800 hectare “Platinum Rhino” site near Klerksdorp in South Africa’s North West province from wealthy property developer turned conservationist/wildlife rancher/rhino breeder John Hume (81). The world’s […]
