The Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
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#DianiRules2019 – Mark your diary
Jimi Kariuki retains KTB chairmanship
KENYA TOURISM BOARD CHAIRMAN GETS ANOTHER TERM OF OFFICE (Posted 08th May 2019) Mr. Jimi Kariuki, CEO of Sarova Hotels in Kenya, has been re-appointed to another term of office as Chairman of the Kenya Tourism Board after his initial appointment, made in 2016 had come to an end. Jimi rose through the ranks at […]
#AviaDevAfrica2019 publishes White Paper
White Paper: AviaDev Africa 2019 Following the successful AviaDev Africa event in Cape Town we are delighted to share the white paper highlighting the key findings from the conference. The report has been produced in partnership with MIDAS Aviation who provide detailed understanding of data to devise strategies for airports, assess airline networks and opportunities […]
Airfreight demand remains weak
Weak Air Freight Demand Continues The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs), increased 0.1% in March 2019, compared to the same period in 2018. While this is a significant improvement on the 4.9% contraction in February, in seasonally adjusted terms, […]
#KaribuKiliFair2019 – just a month away now
30 days to go… The biggest and most opinion building Tourism fair in East Africa will be held from June 7th to 9th, 2019 (after Ramadan) at Friedkin Recreation Center, Arusha – formerly known as TGT grounds. The new venue provides 27,000 sqm for 470+ exhibitors stands. Book a Stand TODAY! Become a Buyer TODAY! […]
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
#AirItaly names #Mombasa and #Zanzibar as winter 2019/20 destinations
#KENYA AND #ZANZIBAR SET FOR AIR ITALY FLIGHTS (Posted 07th May 2019) Good news for the Kenya coast emerged overnight when Air Italy, a partner airline of Qatar Airways, confirmed that the airline will be flying to Mombasa again next winter, using a two class Airbus A330 for the service. Zanzibar too will be served […]
1000 aircraft for #Africa over the next two decades as #aviation expands
1,000 aircraft to be delivered in Africa in the next 20 years Africa,Aviation – May 6, 2019 Courtesy of Kojo Bentum-Williams / VoyagesAfriq Rolls-Royce Holdings plc, a British multinational engineering company is planning to expand its presence in Africa. The company that has been delivering an average of 10 wide bodies in Africa every year […]
WordPressers in Kampala take notice
Pearl craftech scheduled a new event in Kampala WordPress Meetup Just now WordPress Kampala May MeetupKampala WordPress Meetup Saturday, May 11, 2019 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM Hive Colab 90 Kanjokya St Kampala Attend Details Saturday 11th May 2019, We shall have our monthly meetup at the Hive Colab. Our Guest Speaker will be Evelyn […]
Human resources key to tourism’ success
Human Capital pivotal in the Digital World of Tourism- Experts reveal World – May 6, 2019 Courtesy of Kojo Bentum-Williams and VoyagesAfriq The 6th World Tourism Forum Lucerne ended on Friday 3rd May with experts and travel and tourism professionals hailing the role of human capital as essential in the age of disruption in tourism. […]
#Gambia and #Ghana Tourism Stakeholders sign MOU
Another edition of #ATQNews from Nigeria and beyond ATQnews.com a member of Travel Media Group. This is the online platform for African Travel Quarterly (ATQ), the first Travel magazine in West Africa which solely focuses on travel and tourism issues. It started publishing offline about 10 years ago. ATQnews.com features reports that cover a wide […]
#AirSeychelles partners with Seychelles Tourism Academy
AIR SEYCHELLES PARTNERS WITH SEYCHELLES TOURISM ACADEMY TO ENHANCE CUSTOMER SERVICE IN KEY AREAS (Posted 06th of May 2019) Air Seychelles together with the Seychelles Tourism Academy (STA) has earlier today presented over 40 staff across various business functions of the airline with a certificate following the successful completion of the customer service training. Held […]
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
#Marriott launches special deals across #Africa and Middle East
IT IS THE SEASON FOR SPECIAL DEALS AT MARRIOTT (Posted 06th May 2019) Marriott International (www.Marriott.com) has unveiled an enticing offer across 250 hotels and 21 brands in 29 countries across Middle East and Africa. As more and more travelers are increasingly seeking out enriching local experiences, Marriott International is inviting guests to explore spectacular […]
Ivory Coast in pursuit of tourism fortunes
Ivory Coast Government seeks AFDB’s support for $5.8 billion tourism project Africa – May 5, 2019 Courtesy of Kojo Bentum-Williams and VoyagesAfriq Photo: Ivorian Minister of Tourism Siandou Fofana Ivorian Minister of Tourism Siandou Fofana on 25 April 2019 presented a strategy document aimed at making Côte d’Ivoire Africa’s fifth biggest tourism destination from 2025 […]
#Uganda’s stand at #INDABA wins Gold
UGANDA’S EXHIBITION STAND JUDGED AS BEST OF THE EVENT (Posted 05th March 2019) Uganda, at the just concluded INDABA tourism trade show in Durban, South Africa, bagged a Gold Award for the exhibitions best stand. The recognition was handed to Prof. Kamuntu, Minister for Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities, by South Africa’s President Ramaphosa, who had […]
Imelda Ndomo’s second guest post looks at the recent #LondonMarathon
Eliud Kipchoge & Brigid Kosgei’s Big Wins in the 2019 London Marathon Affirm Kenya’s Dominance in Mid and Long Distance Track Events (By Imelda Ndomo) In a country where academic qualification is a predominant determinant of career opportunities, athletics stands out as a national pursuit in Kenya and defies this norm; providing many Kenyan youth […]
#AirMadagascar set to relaunch flights to #Johannesburg
AIR MADAGASCAR TO RESUME JOHANNESBURG FLIGHTS IN JUNE (Posted 05th May 2019) Air Madagascar, an airline greatly improved since joining a partnership with Reunion based Air Austral, has announced the resumption of flights between Antananarivo and Johannesburg, effective 17th of June. The airline previously flew to South Africa’s main industrial and commercial centre but halted […]
#Emirates and #SeychellesTourism continue their close cooperation
SEYCHELLES TOURISM AND EMIRATES SIGN CONTRACT EXTENSION ON THE SIDELINES OF THE ARABIAN TRAVEL MARKET (Posted 03rd May 2019) Sherin Francis, CEO of the Seychelles Tourism Board, and Orhan Abbas, Senior Vice President Commercial Operations for Africa, signed a further extension of their cooperation agreement, which has been in place for almost a decade now. […]
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
#AirSeychelles for marketing blitz in #India ahead of adding 6th flight to #Mumbai
AIR SEYCHELLES STRENGTHEN TIES WITH TRAVEL TRADE PARTNERS IN INDIA (Posted 03rd May 2019) Air Seychelles has yesterday hosted a group of key travel trade professionals in India in acknowledgement of their continuous support in promoting the national airline as the preferred carrier for travel to the Seychelles and beyond. The appreciation dinner held at […]
#SouthAfricanTourism launches new tech initiative but …
NO AMOUNT OF MARKETING SOUTH AFRICA WILL HELP MUCH IF VISA CONTINUE TO BE DENIED (Posted 03rd May 2019) While South Africa’s tourism minister Derek Hanekom, with much fanfare, launched ‘JURNI‘, a private public sector partnership to supposedly transform and by their own words revolutionize the country’s tourism and travel industry, have Ugandan sources complained […]
Rhino Ark news updates about Mt. Kenya fires
RHINO ARK CHARITABLE TRUST INFORMATION UPDATE Chargers, Sponsors and Friends of Rhino Ark, Severe forest fires ravage the Aberdares and Mount Kenya Kenya’s prolonged dry spell resulted in severe forest fires – ravaging parts of the Aberdares and Mount Kenya ecosystems. In the Aberdares, fires occurred mainly in the Northern moorlands. Fires also broke out […]
#AirMauritius launches WiFi on board
AIR MAURITIUS NOW OFFERS CONNECTIVITY ON BOARD SELECTED FLIGHTS (Posted 03rd May 2019) Premium Class passengers on board selected Air Mauritius flights can now access Wifi for free as an added benefit for flying in business class while Premium Economy and Economy Class passengers can purchase WiFi bundles to stay connected while flying to their […]
#EgyptAir launches #Cairo to #Kigali flights
CAIRO AND KIGALI NOW CONNECTED BY AIR (Posted 03rd May 2019) Egypt Air has commenced flight operations between Cairo and Kigali, serving the Rwandan capital city twice a week, on Thursday and Saturday. The airline is using a Boeing B737-800NG on the route, configured in a two class cabin layout of Business and Economy. The […]
#GorillaHighlands News
Dear ATCNews Readers, As the welcome video above explains, this is the last special email edition of Gorilla Highlands News. For the sake of simplification, we will make only one version from now — an attractive one-page PDF with links to website content — delivered to any screen of your choice. If you prefer it […]
#HiltonGardenInn brand expands further into #Africa
AFRICA SEES CONTINUED EXPANSION OF THE HILTON GARDEN INN BRAND (Posted 02nd May 2019) Hilton Garden Inn (http://bit.ly/2UW0h7J), the Hilton Hotels globally recognized midscale hotel brand, is celebrating strong growth in Africa with four open properties and an additional 14 in the pipeline just three years after opening its first hotel on the continent in […]
#IATA AGM – June 01st to 03rd in Seoul / South Korea
IATA AGM 2019 | June 1-3 | Seoul, South Korea The IATA AGM brings together the largest gathering of global airline professionals each year.
#BrusselsAirport News – Home of #BrusselsAirlines
Culinary delights at the airport At Brussels Airport, you can enjoy a variety of delicious food. Are you fond of Italian cuisine? At restaurant AMO(Pier A) you can enjoy delicious Italian seasonal dishes, selected by guest chef Peppe Giacomazza. Do you crave a real Belgian dish? At Bistrot (Pier B) you can discover Belgian gastronomy, […]
