Bolt, formerly Taxify, now expands to key Kenyan upcountry towns
NAIVASHA, NAKURU, ELDORET AND KITALE JOIN THE BOLT COMMUNITY (Posted 23rd October 2019) Bolt Kenya, formerly known as Taxify, has expanded operations from the main cities of the country to more upcountry towns, it was learned overnight. Naivasha and Nakuru, both major tourism locations but also Eldoret and Kitale now offer Bolt services, which can […]
#WTMLondon2019 – Less Than Two Weeks Away
4 – 6 November 2019 Excel, London Hello ATCNews Readers, WTM London 2019 is the place to discover the ideas that will shape the future of travel —and our interactive Preview guide gives you the inside scoop: Discover new features for 2019, including our 40th Anniversary celebrations Attend our brand new events part of London […]
Sauti Za Busata 2020 – The Countdown has started
Click on the links below to gain access to the full newsletter by Sauti Za Busara. Direct rebroadcasting is no longer possible due to the file format they use but at least does the link allow ATCNews readers to get the latest information. Read the newsletter in: ENG/FRA/SWA
Rhino Ark Kenya News Updates
RHINO ARK CHARITABLE TRUST INFORMATION UPDATE Chargers, Sponsors and Friends of Rhino Ark, Mount Kenya fence –nearing the 200km milestone The electrified fence that will, when completed, surround the whole Mount Kenya ecosystem, will soon achieve a milestone when it reaches the 200 kilometre mark. 195km had been built with fence construction taking place in […]
Jim Justus Nyamu is walking again for Africa’s elephants
Jim invited you to Support of Kenya- Ethiopia- Eritrea Elephant Walk Let Jim know if you can make it. Tell him you’re going Support of Kenya- Ethiopia- Eritrea Elephant Walk In the upcoming Horn of Africa Elephant Walk, I have 3,700km to walk from Nairobi- Moyale- Addis Ababa to Eritrea creating awareness on the plight […]
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
#RadissonHotels have big plans to expand
RADISSON PLANS TO GROW INTO EMERGING MARKETS AROUND THE WORLD By TopHotelNews / Juliana Hahn Radisson’s global hotel projects pipeline is continuously growing. (Photo: Radisson) In the coming years, Radisson plans to create close to 40,000 new rooms in 192 hotels worldwide. Over 1,200 hotels in 115 countries already belong to Radisson Hotel Group (RHG), […]
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
ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
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
ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
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
ATCNews readers now have daily access to the Blue Swan Daily Aviation News, courtesy of #CAPA by simply clicking on www.blueswandaily.com
#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 […]
