Free of #COVID19 does Seychelles still suffer the fallout
ARRIVAL NUMBERS TO SEYCHELLES FALL AS KEY SOURCE MARKETS PLUMMET IN THE FACE OF THE CORONA VIRUS OUTBREAK (Posted 05th March 2020) Information from the Seychelles suggests that the drop in arrival numbers has tourism officials and government worried and strategizing about how to mitigate the crisis and what counter measures to employ. Tourism is […]
Africa Tourism Association News Updates
MARCH 2 0 2 0 2020 WORLD TOURISM CONFERENCE LOCATION DATES AND LOCATION ATA, in partnership with the Ghana Tourism Authority, will host the 2020 World Tourism Conference (WTC) in Accra, Ghana on 12 October through 16 October 2020. READ MORE BEYOND THE RETURN TO RUN FOR A DECADE The Ghana Tourism Authority has revealed […]
#IATA – Passenger demand hit by #COVID19
COVID-19 Hits January Passenger Demand The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic data for January 2020 showing that demand (measured in total revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) climbed 2.4% compared to January 2019. This was down from 4.6% year-over-year growth for the prior month and is the lowest monthly increase since April […]
#Atta provides updates on #Africa’s leading tourism trade shows
ATTA COMPILES INFORMATION ABOUT UPCOMING TOURISM TRADE SHOWS IN AFRICA IN THE LIGHT OF THE GLOBAL #COVID19 PANDEMIC (Posted 04th March 2020) Due to the developing COVID-19 threat, we are in uncharted waters, and we will all have to meet each challenge as it arises. ATTA® undertakes to keep our members updated on the likely […]
#KrimsonAviation launches new DMC
KRIMSON CONCIERGE DMC LAUNCHED IN ADDIS ABABA (Posted 04th March 2020) Krimson Aviation, the Addis Ababa-based flight support, charter and aviation consultancy announced today the introduction of a new high-end travel service, Krimson Koncierge. Launching at Aviation Africa 2020, the annual meeting for the African aerospace industry, Krimson Koncierge specialises in creating escorted customised luxury […]
#AviationAfrica opens in #AddisAbaba #Ethiopia
AVIATION AFRICA 2020 OPENS IN ADDIS ABABA WITH CALL FOR AVIATION TO INCREASE COOPERATION FOR CONTINUED SUSTAINABILITY (Posted 04th March 2020) The fifth edition of Aviation Africa officially opened this morning making its debut in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Some 600 delegates from 70 countries, 32 of which represented African nations, joined more than one hundred […]
Worst practice as some hotels try to profiteer from #ITB2020 cancellation
BEST WESTERN HOTEL KANTSTRASSE BERLIN AMONG THOSE TRYING TO MAKE MONEY OFF THE ITB CANCELLATION (Posted 04th March 2020) Today was the day the world’s largest tourism trade show, ITB Berlin, was due to open and then run for 5 days. Admittedly did Messe Berlin string the 10.000 exhibitors and the 160.000 trade visitors along […]
#ElewanaCollection News Updates
ELEWANA NEWSLETTER – FEBRUARY 2020 The Elewana Collection embraces the Slow Food Movement Slow Food is a global, grassroots movement that links the pleasure of food with a commitment to community and the environment. Read More Elewana Collection joins Virtuoso Community We are proud to announce that both Elewana The Manor at Ngorongoro and Elewana […]
#IATA confirms drop in air cargo demand except in #Africa
Air Cargo Demand Down 3.3% in January 2020 The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in cargo tonne kilometers (*CTKs), decreased by 3.3% in January 2020, compared to the same period in 2019. ”January marked the tenth consecutive month of year-on-year declines in cargo volumes. […]
RainForest Lodge Mabira comes under new management
CITYBLUE HOTELS TAKE ON MANAGEMENT OF MABIRA’S RAINFOREST LODGE (Posted 04th March 2020) Effective this week has the management of the RainForest Lodge in Mabira Forest changed, moving from GeoLodges Africa to CityBlue Hotels. GeoLodges leased the property to Zakya Limited which will operate it under a franchise from CityBlue Hotels. This move widens the […]
#CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
#Zambia Tourism News Updates
TOURISM NEWS FROM ZAMBIA, ZIMBABWE AND BEYOND, COURTESY OF GILL STADEN (Posted 04th March 2020) Click on the link below for the full version: Inside: A Visit to Kayube A New Runway for UAC Panic in Dambwa Rhinos killed on Kazungula Road Luangwa River Floods Poachers’ weapons destroyed in Lusaka Chiefs paid for GMAs More […]
Alain St. Ange demands a Presidential Debate for upcoming elections in Seychelles
INTERNATIONAL BEST PRACTICE IN POLITICS DEMANDS A PRESIDENTIAL CANDIDATES DEBATE SAYS ALAIN ST. ANGE (Posted 03rd March 2020) A call is made for a first ever Presidential Debate in Seychelles for the coming 2020 election With more and more candidates throwing their hats into the ring for the Presidential elections, and challenging the status quo […]
ATA announces date for the 2020 World Tourism Conference in #Accra
The Africa Tourism Association, in partnership with the Ghana Tourism Authority, will host the 2020 World Tourism Conference (WTC) in Accra, Ghana. The conference will highlight the emerging business and investment opportunities across Africa’s tourism sector. The conference will show how tourism can be utilized as an engine for economic growth and job creation through […]
#IATA invites nominations for their 2nd Diversity and Inclusion Awards
Nominations Open for 2nd Diversity & Inclusion Awards The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that nominations have opened for second edition of the IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards which recognize and encourage industry excellence. Nominations are now open in the three following categories: Inspirational Role Model: Will be presented to a woman who holds […]
Media India Group’s monthly news update
Business Politics Society Culture Tourism Events Cinema Indian Diaspora MIGTV Business European skill delegates brought to India by EIFE India is the world’s youngest country, with 64 pc of the population in the working age. Approximately 70 million additional individuals of working age […] Read More Himachal farmers switch to aromatic plants Erratic weather conditions […]
Alain St. Ange discusses Seychelles political future with Richard Quest of CNN
Another edition of #ATQNews from #Nigeria and beyond Kenya’s new $3.5m cruise ship terminal receives 500 tourists African Tourism Boss St. Ange discusses One Seychelles Vision with CNN’s Richard Quest Presidential candidate of the One Seychelles party, Alain St. Ange had a rendezvous with famous CNN anchor Richard Quest, while the later was in Seychelles […]
#CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
#Marriott further expands #Africa footprint
JOHANNESBURG MARRIOTT ADDS TO THE COMPANY’S PRESENCE IN AFRICA (Posted 03rd March 2020) Marriott International earlier today announced the opening of the Johannesburg Marriott Hotel Melrose Arch (http://bit.ly/3anTxaC) and the Marriott Executive Apartments Johannesburg Melrose Arch. The opening marks the debut of Marriott Executive Apartments in South Africa and the first purpose-built Marriott Hotel in […]
Kenya Tourism Federation takes issue with irresponsible media reports on airspace safety
KTF STATEMENT RUBBISHES MISLEADING PRESS REPORTS ABOUT THE SAFETY OF KENYAN AIR SPACE (Posted 03rd March 2020) The Kenya Tourism Federation notes, with grave concern, a misleading press article in section of media to the effect that a fresh air safety advisory has been imposed against Kenya’s airspace. The misleading article makes reference to a […]
Magical Kenya launches selection process for #MKTE2020
KENYA TOURISM BOARD SETS THINGS IN MOTION FOR THE MAGICAL KENYA TRAVEL EXPO 2020 (Posted 03rd March 2020) The Magical Kenya Travel Expo will take place in Nairobi between the 07th and 09th of October this year. Anticipating further growth, and yet higher demand for hosted buyers but also from international media, has the Kenya […]
Kampala Serena Hotel attains Bookings.com ranking of 9 out of 10
BOOKINGS.COM UPS KAMPALA SERENA RANKING TO A FULL 9 (Posted 03rd March 2020) Bookings.com, one of the world’s leading hotel reservations platforms, has for the year 2020 upped the ranking of the Kampala Serena Hotel to a full 9, following continuously congratulatory ratings from clients who stayed at the hotel and had booked their stay […]
Fastjet gives back during ‘Customer Appreciation Month’
FASTJET OFFERS ‘GOODIES‘ TO LOYAL CUSTOMERS (Posted 03rd March 2020) Fastjet extends its appreciation to all customers by designating the month of March as their “Customer Appreciation Month”. In launching this initiative, Fastjet today announced that their first of many planned activities for this month starts with an appreciation for loyalty. The group has prescribed […]
‘The Observatory’ set to add a new ensuite cabin
LUXURIOUS CABIN UNDER CONSTRUCTION AT THE OBSERVATORY IN BUNYARUGURU / RUBIRIZI DISTRICT (Posted 02nd March 2020) GeoLodges have confirmed that work is presently ongoing at the Observatory to construct an additional new cabin, which will offer a small kitchen, dining area, sitting room, terrace and a self contained bathroom. The foundation of the new cabin […]
#IATA suggests slot rules to be suspended due to #COVID19
IATA Requests Global Suspension of Slot Rules Due to Coronavirus The International Air Transport Association (IATA) is contacting aviation regulators worldwide to request that the rules governing use of airport slots be suspended immediately and for the 2020 season, due to the impact of COVID-19 (the Coronavirus). Around 43% of all passengers depart from over […]
TravelComments.com – South Africa’s most punctual domestic airlines in February 2020!
Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) has published the on-time performance results of domestic airlines’ flying out of OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, Durban’s King Shaka International Airport (DUR) and Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ) in Port Elizabeth in February 2020. On-Time Performance is measured by […]
Registration is now open for #WTMA2020
WTM AFRICA VISITOR AND MEDIA REGISTRATION OPEN World Travel Market Africa 2020 is set to be the biggest edition of the African continent’s leading B2B Travel Trade show yet, thanks to a host of exciting innovations, hyper-focused events, and opportunity-enabling partnerships. Bigger than ever, here are just some of the reasons why WTM Africa 2020 […]
#WMTA2020 remains on course for early April
WTM AFRICA WILL TAKE PLACE SAY THE ORGANIZERS (Posted 02nd March 2020) Following enquiries by ATCNews about several African tourism trade fairs taking place, have Reed Exhibitions, the organizers of World Travel Market Africa, responded immediately with the following statement: In light of the announcement of the cancelation of ITB Berlin on Friday, we would […]
#CAPA’s Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
Decline in demand for airtravel in Europe poses significant challenges for airlines
#COVID19 CAUSES DEMAND FOR AIR TRAVEL TO WEAKEN SUBSTANTIALLY (Posted 02nd March 2020) Coronavirus: Strong decline in demand for air travel in Europe prompts Brussels Airlines to review its flight offer and to investigate economic measures Flight reductions to and from Northern Italy Other economic measures are being considered Because of the rapidly declining demand […]
