Exploring the Enchanting Lower Zambezi in #Zambia: Top 5 Things to Do
(Posted 03rd October 2023) From breath-taking landscapes to thrilling activities, here are the Top 5 things to do in Lower Zambezi… READ MORE New ‘Electric Dhow’ at Tongabezi The surge in electric vehicles shows no signs of abating. Lodges across the country are dipping their toes into […]
#BrusselsAirlines gets new amenity kit created by three Belgian craftswomen
(Posted 03rd October 2023) After successful collaborations between Brussels Airlines and famous Belgian brands such as Natan and Rainpharma, it is now time for three eminent entrepreneurs from Ghent to design the amenity kit for business class passengers on Brussels Airlines’ long haul flights. Handbag designer Griet Aesaert, skincare expert Barbara Geusens […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 03rd October 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
#AuricAir #Tanzania’s latest news updates
(Posted 02nd October 2023) Auric Air has received the BARS (Basic Aviation Risk Standard) registration status 2023 – 2024 We are delighted to infom you that we have completed the latest BARS audit and have received our BARS certification for the year, 2023-2024 from The Flight Safari Foundation’s (FSF) Basic Aviation Risk Standard […]
Rodrigues Island: Funding Secured for the Plaine Corail Airport New Runway Project
(Posted 02nd October 2023) Rodrigues Island received official confirmation from the World Bank on Saturday morning, September 30, 2023, regarding the financing of the Plaine Corail Airport runway extension project. The World Bank has agreed to allocate $184 million to this significant project, with an additional $16 million provided by the European Union. […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 02nd October 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
Customs Arrests Wanted Wildlife Smuggling Kingpin In Lagos
(Posted 01st October 2023) Via African Elephant News by Yusuf Babalola, Leadership The Federal Operations Unit (FOU) Zone A of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), on Friday, said it has arrested a daredevil wildlife smuggler, Felix Maiva, in Lagos. Maiva, according to a press statement made available to LEADERSHIP by the public […]
#SarovaHotels expand to #Nanyuki as Maiyan Resort comes under their management
(Posted 01st October 2023) Sarova Hotels & Resorts has expanded its portfolio with the signing of a franchise agreement with Maiyan Resort, Nanyuki. Starting November 1, 2023, Maiyan Resort will proudly carry the name Sarova Maiyan Nanyuki! This marks the ninth property to join the Sarova group. Sarova Maiyan Nanyuki promises to […]
#ATLF2023: Groundbreaking Masterclasses on Entrepreneurship
(Posted 01st October 2023) University of South Africa, Millat Investments and Africa Tourism Partners have joined forces to deliver Transformational Entrepreneurship Masterclasses for African women, youth, start-ups and entrepreneurs in tourism. These will serve as precursor to Africa Tourism Leadership Forum 2023 and scheduled to take place on the 3rd of October 2023 at the […]
#LufthansaGroup, Air Canada and United Airlines conclude East Africa roadshow
(Posted 30th September 2023) The Lufthansa Group, United and Air Canada concluded the: Connecting East Africa: A Successful Joint Venture Roadshow! The teams in East Africa have just concluded a fantastic East African Roadshow where they joined hands with partners United Airlines and Air Canada. The Joint Venture incorporated 7 of the worlds leading airlines […]
Alain St.Ange – A Life in Tourism, has been launched in Bali
(Posted 30th September 2023) The biography, Alain St.Ange – A Life in Tourism, has been launched in Bali on Friday 29th September in the opening sessions of the WTN Tourism Summit – TIME 2023. Alain St.Ange personally launched the book in the presence of the island’s dignitaries and tourism professionals. On stage […]
#BrusselsAirlines has won a prestigious award for the fifth consecutive year
(Posted 30th September 2023) Brussels Airlines has won a prestigious award for the fifth consecutive year for “THE LOFT by Brussels Airlines and Lexus”, one of the airline’s lounges. THE LOFT was awarded “Europe’s Leading Airline Lounge” on the World Travel Awards, this year awarded in Batumi, Georgia. The Belgian airline keeps […]
AFRICA TOURISM PARTNERS AND UNISA PARTNERS WITH MILLAT INVESTMENTS TO DELIVER TRANSFORMATIONAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP MASTERCLASSES AT ATLF 2023
(Posted 30th September 2023) University of South Africa, Millat Investments and Africa Tourism Partners have joined forces to deliver Transformational Entrepreneurship Masterclasses for African women, youth, start-ups and entrepreneurs in tourism through a transformational entrepreneurship Masterclass. This will serve as precursor to Africa Tourism Leadership Forum and Awards 2023. This is scheduled to take place […]
PODCAST: flydubai’s new route announcement, FlySafair’s new route expansion and Discover Airlines’ African Dream
(Posted 30th September 2023) PODCAST: flydubai’s new route announcement, FlySafair’s new route expansion and Discover Airlines’ African Dream Dear ATCNews Readers, We are delighted to bring you three podcasts looking at some of the latest developments in the African aviation market. To keep up to date with these news ensure you are […]
TravelComments.com – Mozambique: LAM – Mozambique Airlines has launched a new non-stop service to South Africa!
(Posted 29th September 2023) The flag carrier of Mozambique, LAM – Mozambique Airlines, has introduced new non-stop service to South Africa. With immediate effect, as of today 29th September, is the airline operating one weekly flight between Inhambane Airport (INH) in Inhambane and… READ MORE
The Elewana Collection Newsletter
(Posted 29th September 2023) SPECIAL OFFERS Enjoy a complimentary night on bookings of three nights over two Elewana properties Guests can claim a free fourth night when booking three nights at select Elewana properties across Kenya and Tanzania. Read more Repeat guests receive 5% discount combinable with other offers We love nothing more […]
Cathay Group orders 32 A320neo Family aircraft
(Posted 29th September 2023) Hong Kong’s Cathay Group has announced the purchase of an additional 32 Airbus A320neo Family aircraft as it continues to invest in expanding and modernising its fleet. The agreement doubles the Cathay Group’s total orders for the A320neo Family to 64, of which 13 have already been delivered. The […]
#UgandaAirlines goes flat out to promote new destinations
(Posted 29th September 2023) Ahead of the launch of flights between Entebbe and Mumbai in October – Uganda Airlines will be the only carrier on the route flying directly between the two airports – has the airline pulled out all stops to promote traffic. The route will be served with Uganda Airline’s […]
Create the ultimate passenger experience
(Posted 29th September 2023) Don’t miss the opportunity to learn from the experts and network with the industry leaders as they debate a multitude of passenger experience topics such as: Digital identity Industry-government partnerships Aligning airport infrastructure Wayfinding A top-down approach to accessibility Wheelchair best practice Get all the information you need […]
The return of the elephants to Babanango Game Reserve
(Posted 29th September 2023) Via Africa Elephant-News and The Novum Times Babanango Game Reserve has introduced elephants onto its 20,000-hectare property in an extraordinary stride for South African wildlife conservation efforts. This occasion signals their triumphant return to an area of Zululand, KwaZulu-Natal, where they have been absent for more than 150 […]
African Fashion Meets Afternoon Tea at Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town
(Posted 29th September 2023) This November, Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town will host CONFECTIONS X COLLECTIONS (CxC): an annual coming-together of creative expression fusing five days of exclusive salon-style fashion shows, with designer-inspired confectionery. During this much-anticipated event, the iconic pink hotel will showcase an all-star cast of leading fashion […]
TravelComments.com – Zimbabwe and Saint Kitts and Nevis sign visa free travel agreement!
(Posted 29th September 2023) Zimbabwe and Saint Kitts and Nevis, an island country and microstate consisting of the two islands of Saint Kitts and Nevis in the West Indies, have signed an Agreement on Mutual Visa Exemption for holders of Diplomatic, Official and Ordinary Passports. The agreement was signed in New York on the sidelines of the United […]
Belgian Beer World in Brussels
(Posted 29th September 2023) Visit Brussels and the Beer World Museum flying with #BrusselsAirlines to the European Capital Visit tip: Belgian Beer World The long-awaited beer museum in Brussels’ neoclassical Stock Exchange building opened its doors to the public earlier this month. Belgian Beer World is an interactive beer experience trail where you can learn more about […]
#Capa’s Corporate Travel Community News
(Posted 29th 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
South Africa grapples with escalating environmental crimes: Global Crime Index
(Posted 28th September 2023) via African-elephant and Lee Rondganger, IOL South Africa’s struggle with environmental crimes is multifaceted, involving illegal trade and poaching of flora and fauna, and the illicit trade of non-renewable resources. The 2023 Global Crime Index released this week has shed light on the urgent need for stringent measures, […]
TravelComments.com – #Malawi: Rainfall season and temperature outlook (October 2023 – April 2024)!
(Posted 28th September 2023) The Department of Climate Change and Meteorological Services (DCCMS) in the Malawian Ministry of Natural Ressources and Climate Change has released the 2023/24 seasonal climate outlook (pdf) for Malawi. October to April marks the main rainfall season in the country. Historically, the main rains in Malawi commence from November, starting from the south and gradually spreading northwards. […]
#TheFisayo shared her experience about scholarships in #Canada
(Posted 28th September 2023) #TheFisayo: MA. in Tourism in Bag! ATCNews Readers – 2 years don waka! Just like that… God did it! I remember not wanting to do a masters in North America because I did not want to be in school for two years when I could just do my Masters […]
#AeroTrails makes waves with detailed report on aviation in Eastern Africa
(Posted 28th September 2023) Airline connectivity: Insights from East Africa Community (EAC) countries main aviation hubs This is a detailed analysis of the scheduled passenger airline operations of the main airports in the seven East African Community (EAC) member countries. Prelude The East Africa Community (EAC) constitutes one of the eight regional […]
Serena Hotels Kenya Publish Festive Season Rates 2023
(Posted 28th September 2023) Serena Hotels have now published their 2023 festive season rates, which are commissionable to bona fide Travel Agents and Tour Operators at 15%. They as ever look forward to clients crafting cherished memories at their award winning resort, lodges and tented safari camps. To download their current East […]
Marriott International Continues Affordable Midscale Growth with Announcement of Four Points Express by Sheraton
(Posted 28th September 2023) Marriott International, Inc. (www.Marriott.com) has announced the launch of Four Points Express by Sheraton, designed for the midscale segment. This new brand is a response to growing consumer demand for reliable yet affordable accommodation in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Consistent with the company’s approach to meeting […]
