The Saint Ange Tourism Report, Volume 3 Edition 31

ENJOY THE LATEST EDITION OF THE #SAINTANGE TOURISM REPORT FRESH FROM THE #SEYCHELLES AND THE OTHER #INDIANOCEAN ISLANDS (Posted 21st October 2019) The Editorial this week highlights: a. Let us all remember one thing: There are always TWO sides to every story. b. Seychelles Festival Kreol is here. c. The Seychelles Coco de Mer is […]

Brussels Airlines brings its ‘Boutique Hotel in the Sky’ to #Africa

BRUSSELS AIRLINES MOST IMPORTANT INTERNATIONAL MARKETS NOW GETS UPGRADED AIRCRAFT CABINS (Posted 21st October 2019)   With 84 weekly flights and 17 destinations in sub-Saharan Africa, the African continent remains Brussels Airlines’ most important market. To better serve its different types of guests, the Belgian airline introduces its boutique hotel cabin on its African routes, […]

#WTMLondon2019 – Get Your FREE Badge Right Now

4 – 6 November 2019 Excel, London Not long to go…but first thing’s first Hello ATCNews Readers, If you haven’t registered online yet, then what are you waiting for? In just 4 weeks time, WTM London will open it’s doors and the biggest destinations and brands in the world will await your arrival. This year […]

#Fastjet #Mozambique announces halt of operations

FASTJET MOZAMBIQUE TO STOP FLIGHTS EFFECTIVE 26TH OF OCTOBER (Posted 21st October 2019) Fastjet Mozambique Limitada just announced the suspension of its domestic flight operations in Mozambique, effective midnight Saturday 26th of October 2019. All flights, including their code-share arrangements with LAM Mozambique Airlines to Maputo, Tete, Beira & Quelimane, are to be suspended from […]

#Zambezi White Water Festival 2019

ZAMBIA SET TO CELEBRATE WHITE WATER RAFTING ON THE ZAMBEZI RIVER WITH A 3 DAY FESTIVAL (Posted 21st October 2019) THE ZAMBEZI WHITEWATER FESTIVAL 2019 Dates – 24-26 October Safari Par Excellence and merchandise co-sponsors Jollyboys Backpackers & Camp Zambia, Victoria Falls Backpackers Zambia and aha The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa invite YOU […]

The Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News

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Mama Ngina Waterfront officially opened in Mombasa

Kenya: President Kenyatta officially opens the refurbished Mama Ngina Waterfront Park Africa – October 20, 2019 Courtesy of Mr. Kojo Bentum-Williams and VoyagesAfriq President Uhuru Kenyatta earlier this evening officially opened Mama Ngina Waterfront Park that was redeveloped at the cost of Shs 460 million. The iconic seaside public park reopened its doors to the […]

Tanzania places first Dash 8-400 order with De Havilland

DE HAVILLAND TAKES FIRST ORDER FROM TANZANIA AFTER ACQUIRING THE BOMBARDIER Q400 PROGRAMME (Posted 20th October 2019) De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited (De Havilland Canada) confirmed that the United Republic of Tanzania, represented by the Tanzanian Government Flight Agency (TGFA), has signed a firm purchase agreement for a Dash 8-400 aircraft. The aircraft, which […]

The Nigeria Travel Week – a month and counting

THE FISAYO PROVIDES AN UPDATE ABOUT #NTW2019 (Posted 20th October 2019) Details on Nigeria Tourism Awards At Nigeria Travel Week by thefisayo Looking back at the progress of Nigeria Travel Week, it is commendable that in just three years the privately run event has grown major partnerships both public and private sector stakeholders in the […]

#QatarAirways ups Mombasa flights

QATAR AIRWAYS ANNOUNCE ADDITIONAL FLIGHT TO MOMBASA FROM 20TH DECEMBER (Posted 18th October 2019) Qatar Airways will be adding a fifth flight between Doha and Mombasa, effective 20th of December, when the number of weekly services will increase from four to five a week. The additional flight will remain in effect until the end of […]

The Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News

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Serena Hotels and Ol Pejeta Conservancy agree on future of Ol Pejeta House

OL PEJETA HOUSE TO LEAVE THE SERENA STABLE ON 01ST JANUARY 2020 (Posted 18th October 2019) Serena Hotels and the Ol Pejeta Conservancy have mutually agreed to end the present lease agreement for Ol Pejeta House. This property, formerly a country residence of Adnan Kashoggi, will revert to the direct management of Ol Pejeta Conservancy […]

Meet Ethiopia Tourism at World Travel Market in London

ETHIOPIA TOURISM TO EXHIBIT AT WTM LONDON (Posted 17th October 2019) Discover the new Ethiopia and its infinite possibilities The Ethiopia Tourism Organization is delighted to announce that Ethiopia will take part in this year’s World Travel Market, the leading global event for the travel industry, scheduled to take place from Monday 4th November – […]

AVIAssist and AATO join hands to increase aviation safety

AATO and AviAssist to cooperate on Aviation Safety in Africa The Association of African Aviation Training Organisations (AATO) and the AviAssist Foundation have signed a co-operative agreement in Montreal. It will see the two organizations work more closely together to promote aviation safety training in Africa. Under the terms of the agreement parties will collaborate […]

Discover the new #BrusselsAirlines ‘Boutique Hotel in the Sky’

Discover our new cabin and travel to Europe or North America in a cosy boutique hotel in the air. DISCOVER NOW! Sign up at loop.be and earn LOOPs on all our flights. *Please note that on routes from/to Kigali, Entebbe, Bujumbura, Freetown and Monrovia, the new cabin will only be available for travel as from […]

The Fisayo narrates her #MKTE2019 experience in the Masai Mara

The Untold Masai Mara Game Reserve Story Plus Safari Packages by thefisayo It was a cold breezy Monday when we took a flight from Nairobi to Mara, and all I had was high expectations of the Masia Mara game reserve and culture. I was super elated while looking forward to seeing the big 5 (Lion, […]

#AviaDevEurope publishes key report ahead of conference

REPORT: Does Europe need more smaller aircraft? In October 2019 there will be 706,818 intra-European flights operated, according to OAG schedule data. While that is 2.5% down on October 2018, the number of flights has grown by, on average, 2.9% each year over the last 5 years. AviaDev Europe has partnered with Midas Aviation, an […]

#WTMA2020 – Where Winners will indeed be Winners

Twitter: RedLip_PR Instagram: @RedLip_PR Facebook: RedLipPR LinkedIn: RedLip PR WTM Africa Travel & Tourism Awards Winners will compete at the International Travel & Tourism Awards in London Adding excitement to the news of the inaugural WTM Africa Travel & Tourism Awards at #WTMA20 is an announcement that the category winners will automatically be nominated for […]

#Nairobi Now – All there is to know ahead of a visit to #Kenya

NAIROBI NOW’S LATEST UPDATES ABOUT THE WHAT, WHERE AND WHEN IN KENYA (Posted 17th October 2019) Dear ATC Readers, Welcome to this week’s Nairobi Now newsletter! ATCNews in particular welcomes the hosted buyers and invited international travel media to Nairobi and we hope that this weekly overview of events will inspire them to take a […]

The Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News

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#Kenya to launch first high altitude mountain race next February

MT. KENYA MOUNTAIN RUNNING CHAMPIONSHIP DUE TO LAUNCH IN FEBRUARY 2020 (Posted 17th October 2019) ‘Challenging the Heights‘ is the theme under which the first ever Mount Kenya Running Championship will be held in February next year. The Governor of Meru County earlier in the week announced the competition, which proceeds are due to go […]

Ethiopia reaches landmark figure for e-Visa

Ethiopia’s e-visa reaches 200k Mark Africa – October 16, 2019 Courtesy of Mr. Kojo Bentum-Williams and VoyagesAfriq With the introduction of e-visa service back in June 2017, Ethiopia has opened its doors for foreign visitors wider than ever before. Ever since, the e-visa service has redefined visitors’ travel experience, easing entry into the country with […]

Crew and passengers escape unharmed as Antonov 26 overshoots runway in Yambio

ANTONOV 26 SLIDES OFF RUNWAY ON LANDING IN YAMBIO / SOUTH SUDAN (Posted 17th October 2019) It was a lucky escape for 12 passengers and 5 crew on board an Antonov 26 aircraft, which on landing in Yambio slid off the runway and ended up in the bush surrounding the airstrip. The incident happened yesterday […]

#Atta – Why you and your company should be a member too

ATTA – THE TOURISM TRADE ASSOCIATION WHICH BRINGS TOGETHER THE CONTINENT OF AFRICA (Posted 17th October 2019) With nearly 650 members from across Africa and the rest of the world, is Atta undoubtedly now the number one tourism and travel trade association for the continent, providing a platform for their members which promote travel to […]

#WTMLondon2019 – Rapidly approaching

4 – 6 November 2019 Excel, London What will you discover at WTM London? Need some inspiration? You’ll find it in our event programme. Discover speakers who’ll introduce you to new ideas, new approaches and new ways of thinking. This year’s programme includes: How live entertainment can drive youth travel – this panel session looks […]

#UNWTO publishes first ever overview on governments versus new business models

NEW UNWTO REPORT OUTLINES GOVERNMENTS’ REGULATORY AND LEGISLATIVE BATTLES WITH NEW BUSINESS MODELS (Posted 16th October 2019) The World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has published the first systematic overview of how both national governments and local authorities are addressing and managing new business models in the accommodation industry. The so-called “sharing economy” has experienced significant growth […]

#BrusselsAirlines joins hands with Belgian fashion icon NATAN

BRUSSELS AIRLINES LAUNCHES NEW BELGIAN DESIGNED BUSINESS CLASS AMENITIES BAG (Posted 16th October 2019) Brussels Airlines celebrates one of the most iconic designers of Belgium with the introduction of its new Business Class amenity bags in partnership with NATAN. In a new collaboration with Galileo Watermark, the sophisticated NATAN bags were designed in both black […]

#IATA – More control and lesser waiting times top the demands by passengers

More Control, Less Waiting – Top Priorities for Passengers The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the results of its 2019 Global Passenger Survey showing that passengers are looking to technology to improve their travel experience. The survey acts as the voice of the passenger, providing objective and in-depth insights into the preferences and behaviors […]

The 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