Top 100 Tourism Personalities in #Nigeria unveiled
Another edition of #ATQNews from #Nigeria and beyond Nigerian Journalists have applauded the appointment of former Director General, Nigeria Tourism Development Commission, Otunba Olusegun Runsewe and other professionals into key areas in the industry. Taxify becomes 1st e-hailing company to offer health benefits to drivers in Nigeria Six States, NCAC, Turkish Air, others for Abuja […]
#EthiopianAirlines to go daily to the #Seychelles
SEYCHELLES VIA ADDIS ABABA BECOMES A DAILY CONNECTION FROM DECEMBER THIS YEAR (Posted 12th October 2018) Come 14th of December, just in time for the peak of the Festive Season this year, will Ethiopian Airlines raise their flight frequencies from presently six per week to daily. The service is operated by a Boeing B737-800 aircraft […]
#Kenya remembers the end of World War I
2018 Taita Commemorations Remembering 100 years since the East African Campaign of WWI ended Dear ATC Readers, Please find below your invitation to the Commemorations marking 100 years since the end of the First World War in Africa. Events will be held in Taita Taveta County on the 23rd to 25th November 2018. Click here […]
#WTMLondon less than a month away
WTM London 2018 is the place to discover the ideas that will shape the future of travel —and our Insights Magazine from Media Partner TTG gives you the inside scoop: Discover new features for 2018, including Inspiration zones and Travel Forward Attend our Brand new Travel and Tourism awards Explore our industry-leading seminar programme Learn […]
#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 11th October 2018) Dear ATC Readers, Welcome to this week’s Nairobi Now newsletter! You can always access Nairobi Now and get in touch with them through twitter, facebook or the blog. Also, email them to submit your events or suggest new ideas […]
#ReunionIsland prepares for 26th edition of the ‘GrandRaid’
‘GRAND RAID 2018‘ NOW JUST A WEEK AWAY (Posted 11th October 2018) IRT, short for Isle de la Reunion Tourisme, is a partner of the Grand Raid of Reunion which will be held between October 18th and 21st. This 26th edition welcomes more than 6,025 participants from all over the world. The most experienced athletes […]
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
Operation Giant Strides
OPERATION GIANT STRIDES By Colleen Hogg / October 2018 What is it all About? HELPING EMPOWER WILDLIFE RANGERS IN EAST AFRICA ASKED WHAT THEY WANTED FIRST AND FOREMOST 99% OF THE WILDLIFE RANGERS TOLD ME THEY DESPERATELY WANTED TO INCREASE THEIR EDUCATION AND THAT OF THEIR CHILDREN – TO ENSURE A BETTER AND SELF-SUSTAINING FUTURE. […]
No African #ICCA member makes it to the award finals of the #Dubai congress
#VISITSCOTLAND #HAGUECONVENTIONBUREAU AND #SERBIACONVENTIONBUREAU MAKE UP THE THREE FINALISTS FOR THE ICCA MARKETING AWARD (Posted 11th October 2018) ICCA announces 2018 Best Marketing Award finalists for biggest Congress outside Europe. Innovative and creative marketing will be centre-stage at the 2018 ICCA Congress in Dubai, with three leading ICCA member suppliers set to compete live on […]
Corporate Council on Africa News Updates
U.S.- AFRICA RELATIONS U.S. to counter China with new Africa plan Daily Nation Known as the Build Act (Better Utilisation of Investments Leading to Development Act), the legislation will double, to $60 billion, funds for promoting US corporate investment in Africa.…Read more>> TOURISM Cape Town International Airport named Africa’s best for second year running IOL […]
#QualityHill in #Kampala adds yet more value for their customers
#MUSSELSNIGHT 11TH OF OCTOBER #BOTTOMLESSBRUNCH 28TH OF OCTOBER AND MORE … ALL AT QUALITY HILL, NSAMBYA, KAMPALA Here are some of the awesome events lined up for you at the Quality Hill. Mussels Night October Edition Happening tomorrow starting at 7pm. It’s not too late to book your table. For Reservations call 0791 572 701 […]
#UNWTO says international tourism maintains strong growth
SUSTAINED GROWTH OF INTERNATIONAL TOURISM SUGGESTS 2018 WILL BREAK PAST RECORDS (Posted 10th October 2018) According to the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)’s latest barometer, international tourist arrivals grew 6% in the first six months of 2018 after a record year of growth in 2017. All world regions enjoyed robust growth in tourist arrivals in January-June […]
#ITTA – International Travel & Tourism Awards – at #WTMLondon this year
Have you booked your ticket for the prestigious International Travel & Tourism Awards? Taking place on the evening of Tuesday 6 November at the iconic Tobacco Dock, the first ever International Travel & Tourism Awards is the place to be seen. The evening will include an interactive appearance by special guest, Cirque du Soleil. We […]
#IATA’s #Aviation HR Report now available for download
The aviation industry is rapidly evolving. As it does, the demand for talent within the industry- from customer service to ground operations – will also evolve. But what does the future demand for talent look like, and how well prepared is the industry to conquer upcoming challenges? Find out in the IATA Aviation Human Resources […]
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
Cultural Tourism needs technology and innovation too says #UNWTO
CULTURAL TOURISM TO GET BOOST THROUGH NEW TECHNOLOGIES (Posted 09th October 2018) Seeking to advance use of innovation and cutting-edge technologies into cultural tourism practices, destinations and products, the International Seminar on Harnessing Cultural Tourism through Innovation and Technology will be held in Hamedan, Iran alongside the 40th UNWTO Affiliate Members Plenary Session (12-14 November […]
#ReunionIsland sees six more hospitality businesses ‘Eco Certified’
EUROPEAN ECOLABEL GRANTED TO SIX HOTELS IN REUNION (Posted 09th October 2018) It is the most demanding ecological certification of the European market. Reunion is the first Overseas department in number of establishments labeled and to date has eight hotels bearing the "European Ecolabel" certification. IRT, short for Isle de Reunion Tourisme, has teamed up […]
#UNWTO – Digital Transformation key to the future
Digital Transformation & Innovation Take Spotlight on World Tourism Day 2018 World Tourism Day 2018 was observed in Budapest, Hungary (27 September 2018) with the official celebration focusing on the digital transformation in tourism, a World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) priority. The event examined how investment in new technology provides the sector with opportunities for innovation. […]
Fastjet re-captures another World Travel Awards trophy
#AFRICA’S LEADING LOW COST CARRIER IS … #FASTJET (Posted 09th October 2018) fastjet customers vote airline into win at the World Travel Awards for the third successive year but does the Tanzanian government listen? African low fare but high value airline Fastjet last weekend added to its growing awards tally when it was recognized as […]
Ethiopian receives award for best lease deal in #Africa
ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES BAGS ANOTHER GLOBAL AWARD (Posted 09th October 2018) Ethiopian Airlines, the largest aviation group in Africa, the continent’s leading Star Alliance member and SKYTRAX Certified Four Star Global Airline, has just announced that it has won the Aviation 100 “Africa Lease Deal of the Year 2018” award by Airline Economics Magazine during the […]
#SafariSevens major sports tourism events
EASTERN AND SOUTHERN AFRICA’S TRAVEL INDUSTRY BENEFIT FROM SAFARI SEVENS TOURNAMENTS (Posted 09th October 2018) Article courtesy of Tourism Update Rugby sevens in Southern and East Africa has gained much-deserved momentum over the recent years and, with it, drawing in more and more spectators, many of whom are international tourists. According to Judy Lain, Wesgro’s […]
#AccorHotels – A Year of record growth in #Africa
Courtesy of TopHotelNews … AccorHotels: A Record Year of Growth and Development in Africa Straight from the African Hotel Investment Forum (AHIF) in Nairobi, AccorHotels, the world’s leading travel & lifestyle group, announced a record year of development in Africa. AccorHotels is the largest operator in Africa with a network of over 150 hotels in […]
#IATA Training Opportunities
November Courses Locations Dates Dangerous Goods Regulations – Recurrent Shanghai, China Singapore Geneva, Switzerland 7 – 9 Nov 7 – 9 Nov 21 – 23 Nov Dangerous Goods Management and Regulatory Updates Singapore Geneva, Switzerland 8 – 9 Nov 12 – 13 Nov Dangerous Goods Regulations – Initial (Chinese) Shanghai, China 12 – 16 Nov […]
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
#GlobalWarming poses massive challenge to #Africa according to #OXFAM
AFRICA HARD HIT BY GLOBAL WARMING AS FOOD PRODUCTION AND ENVIRONMENT DECLINE (Posted 09th November 2018) Rising temperatures will push millions of people in Africa into poverty and hunger unless governments take swift action Climate change has set our planet on fire, millions are already feeling the impacts Today, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change […]
#CoastalAviation advises of new measures at #Arusha Municipal Airport
Dear ATCNews Readers, We have recently been advised that with immediate effect, enhanced security measures have been put in place at Arusha airport, Tanzania, with regards to the handling of cargo and envelopes. Our understanding of the rules is as follows: Any cargo/envelope from Arusha to any destination will be inspected by TRA officers or […]
The Saint Ange Tourism Report – Volume 2 Edition 40 of 2018
ENJOY THE LATEST EDITION OF THE #SAINTANGE TOURISM REPORT FRESH FROM THE #SEYCHELLES AND THE OTHER #INDIANOCEAN ISLANDS (Posted 09th October 2018) The Editorial this week highlights: a. Working visit to Mauritius. b. Seychelles targets increased visibility in the French market. c. Leasehold versus Freehold for hotel operating licenses in Seychelles. d. Meeting with Azeddine […]
#Africa Diaspora Tourism Conference to take place at 15th #Akwaaba Travel market in partnership with ADWT
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 […]
#Travelife rollout in Africa enters new phase
TRAVELIFE STEPS UP PUBLICITY CAMPAIGN AND TRAINING FOR AFRICAN STAKEHOLDERS (Posted 08th October 2018) Travelife is currently working with relevant stakeholders to organize a training in various markets in January of next year. In the meantime as many stakeholders have already done – can new parties sign up now and begin the Travelife process online. […]
Indian Ocean winners of the travel Oscars announced
… AND THE WINNERS ARE … (Posted 08th October 2018) The award ceremony for the 2018 travel Oscars took place last weekend in Durban / South Africa. During the ceremony were not only the African mainland winners announced but also the winners of the Indian Ocean region with the two award ceremonies combined. https://atcnews.org/2018/10/07/the-world-travel-awards-africa-2018-go-to-familiar-names/ Air […]
