Cabo Verde Airlines offers 7 day Visa free layover
INNOVATIVE OFFERS BY CABO VERDE AIRLINES SURE TO ATTRACT MORE PASSENGERS (Posted 21st November 2019) Cabo Verde Airlines will launch additional flights on the 08th and 09th of December, connecting their hub Sal with both Washington DC and Lagos. The added flights to the US – Boston has been part of the airline’s network for […]
The Fisayo’s latest exploits
#TravCulture: Tourism Gist Gotcha! Now I know how much you like jist. Well, I want to fill you in on some tourism information for the month of November. Above are details of some travel events during the upcoming Nigeria travel week, CLICK HERE to see which one you can attend. Talking of tourism and culture, […]
Travelife and Ecotourism Kenya expand their cooperation
ECOTOURISM KENYA AND TRAVELIFE SIGN COLLABORATION AGREEMENT (Posted 21st November 2019) Travelife for Accommodation, an international accommodation sustainability certification scheme, and Ecotourism Kenya, a regional sustainability label, have signed an agreement to collaborate on certification for accommodation providers in Kenya. This collaboration will enable Kenyan properties to achieve both the Ecotourism Kenya label and the […]
#Serengeti at Risk
"At the center of the World Heritage Convention lies the idea that some places are so valuable to humanity, it is our collective responsibility to protect and pass them on to future generations." It’s heartbreaking to see the flooding of Venice. It will take a monumental effort to save it. We must protect the Serengeti […]
African Parks News Updates from Akagera in Rwanda
Akagera News July – October 2019 Picture by © SCOTT RAMSAY Hello and welcome to our third quarterly newsletter of 2019. The rains are back and Akagera is at its lushest and greenest; flowers are blooming again and there is an abundance of birds and insects. Read on for some of our more recent activities… […]
Mbarara’s Emburara Farm Lodge set for daily scheduled flights from Entebbe
AEROLINK SPREADS WINGS TO MBARARA (Posted 21st November 2019) Aerolink Uganda has just announced that the airline will begin to serve the Mbarara airfield with daily scheduled flights, come next year. During the two rainy seasons in April and May and then again in November this flight will however not operate. The airline is combining […]
Namibian national parks receive development support from Germany
NEW INFRASTRUCTURE INAUGURATED AT ‘TSAU KHAEB SPERRGEBIET‘ NATIONAL PARK (Posted 21st November 2019) The new park infrastructure marks yet another milestone of a long-term joint development programme to improve Namibia´s National Parks The Ministry of Environment and Tourism celebrated the inauguration of the recently constructed infrastructure in the Tsau //Khaeb (Sperrgebiet) National Park. The inauguration […]
Ethiopian Airlines fleet grows to 120 aircraft
TWO NEW AIRCRAFT DELIVERIES BRING ETHIOPIAN’S FLEET TO 120 AIRCRAFT (Posted 21st November 2019) The delivery of another Boeing B787-9 yesterday and only a day earlier of Ethiopian Airlines’ 27th De Havilland Q400 – formerly known as the Bombardier Q400 – has brought the overall number of aircraft on the fleet to 120, making it […]
Corporate Council on Africa News Updates
U.S.-AFRICA RELATIONS INTERVIEW: Why Nigerian fabrics are popular among American designers — Celebrity stylist, Law Roach Premium Times Law Roach, also known as the Image Architect, is one of America’s most celebrated celebrity stylists. He is responsible for the style transformation of legendary superstar Celine Dion and Hollywood starlet Zendaya. He started his career in […]
#IATA – Aviation is a sustainable industry
A Sustainable Industry for all Europe’s Citizens The International Air Transport Association (IATA) called on governments in Europe to seize the opportunity to create a sustainable aviation industry that protects the environment and increases connectivity opportunities for Europe’s citizens. The call came at the opening of Wings of Change Europe—a gathering of aviation stakeholders being […]
#NigeriaTravelWeek2019 – Shortlist for Balearica Awards announced
NIGERIA TRAVEL AWARDS 2019 SHORTLIST ANNOUNCED (Posted 20th November 2019) Mr. Efetobo Awhana earlier today released the shortlist of candidates for the main Nigeria Travel Awards, which gala night presentation is taking place this Friday, 22nd of November. According to the categories did the following nominees make it into the finals, with results of course […]
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
#NigeriaTravelWeek2019 kicks off the main event programme today
THIRD EDITION OF THE NIGERIA TRAVEL WEEK NOW UNDERWAY UNDER THE THEME: EXPLORE ENGAGE EXPERIENCE (Posted 20th November 2019) The main programme of the 2019 edition of the Nigeria Travel Week is going underway today with the Travel Round Table, which will bring together a number of experts discussing topical issues relevant for the Nigerial […]
Silverstone Air’s staff served with redundancy notices
KENYA CIVIL AVIATION LIFTS SUSPENSION OF SILVERSTONE DASH 8 OPERATIONS BUT AIRLINE SERVES REDUNDANCY NOTICES ANYWAY (Posted 20th November 2019) When news emerged in Nairobi yesterday that KCAA’s Director General Capt. Gilbert Kibe had lifted the suspension of Dash 8 operations for Silverstone Air, were comments received by ATCNews from regular readers and sources from […]
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
Alain St. Ange wins his case against the Seychelles government
UNJUSTIFIED AND INEXPLICABLE WITHDRAWAL OF OFFICIAL ENDORSEMENT COSTS THE SEYCHELLES GOVERNMENT DEARLY (Posted 18th November 2019) While the principle culprit in the case of Alain St. Ange – former Minister for Tourism, Civil Aviation, Ports and Marine – versus the Republic of Seychelles is clearly the former Zimbabwe government under the late Robert Mugabe and […]
East African Safari Classic Rally 2019 Update
The official launch of the East African Safari Classic Rally 2019 was held at the Sarova Panafric Hotel. It was a pleasure to announce our sponsors; Safaricom M-Pesa Vivo Energy Kenya Dt Dobie Kenya Bidco Africa MFI Group Omologato Watches Sarova Hotels Vivo Energy Kenya Vivo energy Kenya have joined in as the official fuel […]
#AFRAA calls for improved connectivity across #Africa
CONNECTIVITY IS THE KEY TO A MORE INTEGRATED ECONOMIC FUTURE FOR AFRICA (Posted 18th November 2019) The African Airlines Association (AFRAA) concluded its 51st Annual General Assembly hosted by Air Mauritius with a call for enhanced intra-African Connectivity through collaboration among African airlines in order to better tackle key challenges they face and grow their […]
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
#Zambia Tourism News from The Livingstone bi-weekly
THE LATEST EDITION OF ‘THE LIVINGSTONE BI-WEEKLY‘ COURTESY OF GILL STADEN (Posted 18th November 2019) For full access to this news update from Zambia, Zimbabwe and beyond, click on the link below: https://thelivingstoneweekly.wordpress.com/ Inside: What the President said And what the Opposition said Two of the hundreds of comments about the Lower Zambezi Mine Game […]
#Porini / #GameWatchers #Safari News Updates from #Kenya
Dear ATCNews Readers, Greetings from us all at Gamewatchers Safaris & Porini Camps! Most people leave their travel planning to January or February only to find that the best camps and lodges are already fully booked and the cheapest flight seats have gone. So, it’s always a good idea to get ahead of the safari-booking […]
Serena Hotels News Updates
SERENA HOTELS NEWSLETTER November 2019 THE HOLIDAYS ARE COMING The curtains are almost closing in on 2019 and we are fast approaching the festive season. This is the perfect time to reflect on the year that has been and celebrate with family and friends. Whether you looking for a safari, beach or a city escape, […]
Ethiopian Airlines prepares for another De Havilland Q400 delivery
BRAND NEW AIRCRAFT SPOTTED ENROUTE IN MANCHESTER (Posted 18th November 2019) (Brand new Q400 seen parked near ET’s regular service to Manchester B787 – Picture courtesy of Nunurai Ndawana) Ethiopian Airlines’ fleet continues to grow as another De Havilland, formerly known as Bombardier Q400 aircraft is performing its ferry flight from Canada to Addis Ababa. […]
The Saint Ange Tourism Report, Volume 3 Edition 33
ENJOY THE LATEST EDITION OF THE #SAINTANGE TOURISM REPORT FRESH FROM THE #SEYCHELLES AND THE OTHER #INDIANOCEAN ISLANDS (Posted 18th November 2019) The Editorial this week highlights: a. Air France returns to Seychelles, connecting Paris direct with direct non-stop flight. b. World Travel Market in London. c. Next up – Routes Africa in Kenya. d. […]
Mombasa visits made quick and easy – Part 1 of 3
UGANDA AIRLINES’ NONSTOP FLIGHTS TO MOMBASA OPEN UP DESTINATION KENYA COAST (Posted 17th November 2019) Travel to Mombasa, after the demise of Air Uganda which operated daily CRJ200 flights between Entebbe and the Kenyan port city, was challenging to say the least, given the transit hassle in Nairobi which included a change of terminals. It […]
#Nairobi’s Hilton Garden Inn captures award
AVIATION BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS PICK NAIROBI’S HILTON GARDEN INN AS THEIR BEST AIRPORT HOTEL FOR 2019 (Posted 17th November 2019) Hilton Garden Inn at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport General Manager Lorenzo Baleri had reasons to smile as the hotel was named during the Kenya Airport Authority annual Aviation Business Excellence Awards as their airport hotel […]
Brussels Airport News Updates
New: Brussels Airlines to Valencia Looking for an unforgettable, low-cost city trip? Starting from 17 February 2020, Brussels Airlines will fly 4 times a week from Brussels Airport to Valencia. Thanks to the Mediterranean climate in this Spanish city, Valencia is the ideal destination for urban adventurers all year round. Ticket prices start at € […]
Coastal Aviation forced to increase ticket prices to Kigali following massive fee rise
FLIGHT CLEARANCE CHARGES IN RWANDA UP BY A WHOPPING 233 PERCENT (Posted 15th November 2019) Coastal Aviation this afternoon advised passengers intending to book on their flights to Kigali, that effective 01st of December onwards ticket prices must be revised upwards. This appears to be the result of a whopping 233 percent increase in flight […]
Fastjet Zimbabwe formally confirm Bulawayo to Johannesburg fligths
FASTJET TO LAUNCH BULAWAYO DIRECT TO JOHANNESBURG FLIGHTS NOW THAT REGULATORY ANNOUNCEMENTS ARE IN PLACE (Posted 15th November 2019) Fastjet Zimbabwe’s boss man Julian Edmund just informed ATCNews about the newest route the airline is going to launch with two flights every workday from Zimbabwe’s second largest city of Bulawayo directly to Johannesburg. Wrote Julian: […]
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
