8th Edition of the Rodrigues International Kitesurf Festival: Huge popular success!
(Posted 31st August 2023) By Joey Nicles for ATCNews From July 26th to 30th, 2023, the village of Mourouk in the south of Rodrigues Island and its famous kitesurfing spot, considered one of the best in the world, hosted the 8th edition of the Rodrigues International Kitesurf Festival (RIKF). It was the […]
Air Seychelles technical malfunction sees Tel Aviv flight diverted to Jeddah
(Posted 31st August 2023) A scheduled flight by Air Seychelles (HM22), flying from Mahe to Tel Aviv with 128 passengers and crew on board, earlier this week reportedly encountered a technical malfunction while enroute. The aircraft’s crew subsequently declared an emergency and diverted to the nearest airport which was Jeddah / Saudi Arabia. […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: NSRI releases a “Super Moon Blue Moon Spring Tide” alert!
(Posted 30th August 2023) South Africa’s National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI), a voluntary non-profit organization tasked with saving lives through drowning prevention in South Africa, is appealing to the public to be cautious around the coastline during this Super Moon Blue Moon Spring Tide that has already begun and will peak during the full Moon period from… READ […]
Airbus opens new A321XLR equipment installation hangar in Hamburg
(Posted 30th August 2023) Airbus is advancing its industrial system and expanding ramp-up capacity with a new automated A321XLR equipping hangar, officially opened today by Hamburg’s First Mayor Peter Tschentscher and German Aerospace Coordinator Anna Christmann. With this, Airbus continues its modernisation and digitalisation of its industrial system and expands its capacity for the rate […]
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#Ghana Tourism Expo bar is raised high with Accra Royalty support
(Posted 30th August 2023) The September 2023 Inter Tourism Expo of Accra (iNTTA 2023), one of Ghana’s leading tourism and trade shows will again be hosted in Accra, the capital of Ghana, under the auspices of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture. The event will seek to promote brands, destinations, products and services in […]
Alain St.Ange of Seychelles confirmed for the Tourism TIME 2023 in Bali
(Posted 29th August 2023) TIME 2023, the first global summit by the World Tourism Network and will be hosted by Indonesia in Bali from September 29th to 30th has confirmed that Alain St.Ange, the Seychelles former Minister for Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine will be in Bali for the meeting. St.Ange who […]
TONGABEZI LODGE welcomes the WORLDS FIRST Electric Dhow
(Posted 29th August 2023) Green Safaris are thrilled to announce a ground-breaking addition to their fleet of eco-friendly safari experiences, the world’s first electric dhow. Based at Tongabezi Lodge, just upstream of Victoria Falls, this innovative vessel, is a game-changer for sustainable tourism in Africa and a proud testament to Green Safaris commitment […]
2024 Aviation Stakeholders’ Convention and 1st African Safety & Operations Summit, 12th – 15th of May 2024
(Posted 29th August 2023) THE 12TH AVIATION STAKEHOLDERS CONVENTION AND AFRICA’S 1ST SAFETY AND OPERATIONS SUMMIT The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) and Ethiopian Airlines are pleased to inform all esteemed members, partners and air transport industry stakeholders that the 12th Aviation Stakeholders Convention and Africa’s 1st Safety and Operations Summit will be held from 12-15 May 2024 in […]
TravelComments.com – Short film: “SEE US” – South Africa’s secret sanctuaries that sharks and rays embrace as their refuge!
(Posted 29th August 2023) On the Brink, a South African campaign aimed at highlighting the importance and value of new shark and ray sanctuary, has released a stunning (free!) short film titled “SEE US“. The film follows a team of marine conservationists, divemaster, Thandeka Hlongwa, and marine cinematographer, Steve Benjamin, as they explore South Africa’s untamed coastline […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa: #Flysafair relaunches a key route in the Western Cape in time for summer!
(Posted 29th August 2023) South African low-cost airline FlySafair has announced the relaunch of a key local route in South Africa’s Western Cape. Starting from early September 2023, the airline will once again be opening a route connecting Cape Town and… READ MORE
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
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TravelComments.com – Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA): All nature reserves in Mpumalanga will go cashless!
(Posted 29th August 2023) The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) has announced that all of its nature reserves in Mpumalanga, including the popular Blyde River Canyon, as well as its Visitor Information Centre are set to implement a cashless service system. Effective… READ MORE
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Kenya Airports Authority CEO fired over blackout at #Kenya’s main airport
(Posted 27th August 2023) Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Roads and Transport Kipchumba Murkomen, in the wake of a major blackout at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, fired the KAA boss Alex Gitari. He subsequently appointed Henry Ogoye, who until now was serving as the Head of Corporate Planning to the position of Acting CEO. […]
TravelComments.com – Zimbabwe: Fastjet to increase flights between Bulawayo Johannesburg!
(Posted 26th August 2023) Low-cost carrier Fastjet Zimbabwe has announced the introduction of additional flight frequencies from Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo International Airport (BUQ) in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, and OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, South Africa. Effective… READ MORE
TravelComments.com – Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park: No power supply at two rest camps for three days at the end of August 2023!
(Posted 26th August 2023) South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced that Twee Rivieren Rest Camp and Nossob Rest Camp in Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park will be without power for some time at the end of August 2023. This is due to the yearly maintenance of the transformers at Twee Rivieren Rest Camp and the mini substations (“minisubs”) at Nossob Rest Camp. The maintenance […]
Experience the Belgian beer tradition
(Posted 26th August 2023) Famous Belgian Beers are also served on board of Brussels Airlines, Belgium’s national airline, but the variety on offer at Brussels’ Grand Place in early September will be unmatched. Fly with Brussels Airlines to the European capital city and enjoy the beer festival and so much more … […]
Thornybush Joins The Long Run Organisation
(Posted 26th August 2023) Thornybush is proud to announce that they have been accepted as a member of The Long Run, a trailblazing community of nature-based tourism businesses united in their commitment to driving holistic sustainability worldwide. Thornybush has already taken substantial strides towards reinforcing its dedication to environmental conservation and community enrichment […]
INTRA – AFRICA TRAVEL & TOURISM BUSINESS EXCHANGE TO RUN AS PART OF THE 6TH AFRICA TOURISM LEADERSHIP FORUM & AWARDS
(Posted 26th August 2023) The 6th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum & Awards 2023 will be preceded by Africa Travel and Tourism Business Exchange, Business-to-Business Session and Exhibition on Tuesday, 03rd ofOctober 2023. These sessions will offer an opportunity for marketing, sales, business development and networking in professional and personalised setting for suppliers […]
#UgandaAirlines announces date for #Lagos flights
(Posted 25th August 2023) Uganda Airlines has set the date for the launch of nonstop flights between Entebbe to Lagos / Nigeria as the 19th of October. The route will initially be served three times a week, using an Airbus A330-800Neo aircraft with a three class layout of Business, Premium Economy and […]
#Fastjet announces additional flights between #Bulawayo and #Johannesburg
(Posted 25th August 2023) Fastjet Zimbabwe has announced additional flight frequencies from Bulawayo’s JM Nkomo International Airport to Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport in support of business and leisure travel. Flights from Bulawayo to Johannesburg will increase from a daily service to 12 weekly flights with the re-introduction of a morning service […]
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#AFRAA to Join Focus Africa Initiative to Enhance Aviation’s Economic Contribution to the Continent
(Posted 24th August 2023) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) and the African Airlines Association (AFRAA) announced that AFRAA is joining the Focus Africa initiative. Focus Africa aims to maximize the contribution of aviation to development across the African Continent by better serving passengers and shippers. Under Focus Africa, private and public stakeholders are committed […]
Invitation to register for ATLF – Intra-Africa Travel & Tourism Business Exchange, Exhibition And Destination Showcase
(Posted 24th August 2023) 6TH AFRICA TOURISM LEADERSHIP FORUM & AWARDS 4th -6th October 20203 Gaborone International Convention Center Botswana The 6th Africa Tourism Leadership Forum & Awards 2023 will be preceded by an Intra – Africa Travel and Tourism Business Exchange, Business-to-Business Session & Exhibition on Tuesday, 3 October 2023. These sessions offer an opportunity […]
Corporate Council on Africa’s latest news updates
(Posted 24th August 2023) CCA IN THE NEWS Corporate Council on Africa Announces John Olajide To Serve as Board Chairman Starting 1 January 2024 All Africa The Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) is pleased to announce the election of John Olajide as the new Chairman of the Board, effective January 1, 2024. He […]
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#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 23rd August 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
TravelComments.com – Kruger National Park: Temporary closure of Shingwedzi Rest Camp in September 2023!
(Posted 22nd August 2023) The Shingwedzi Rest Camp, located in the northern part of Kruger National Park, is hosting the the annual “Baroque in the Bush” concert event from 11 September 2023 to… READ MORE
Serena Kenya Safari Lodges & Camps publish new Resident and Non-Resident Air Packages for the period September to December 2023
(Posted 22nd August 2023) Dear ATCNews Readers, DearBusiness Partners, We continue to express our sincere gratitude for your continuous efforts in promoting Serena Hotels’ packages to your valued clients. Enclosed, find our air packages for the remaining part of the year 2023. These offers is designed for the discerning traveler seeking captivating safari […]
