#Hilton #Northolme creates snorkeling trail for guests

#SEYCHELLES BREAKS NEW GROUND IN GROWING CORALS (Posted 15th August 2018) While the Hilton Northolme on the Seychelles main island of Mahe has recently launched a new snorkeling trail, giving guests the opportunity to see the key attractions of the close by coral reef over a distance of 650 metres, are news emerging that ground […]

#TourismTattlers’ latest edition – now available on ATCNews.org

Weekly Travel News Update Wed 15 August 2018 Editor’s Top 10 Picks: Effective Sales Secrets For Small Businesses Continue Reading The Difference Between Hospitality and Being Hospitable Continue Reading Three Tree Hill Opens Burchells Cottage Continue Reading A Beginner’s Guide To Planning A Trip Around Africa Continue Reading Learn Affiliate Marketing For Free Continue Reading […]

#EthiopianAirlines to add #Lisbon as #Barcelona is axed

LISBON / PORTUGAL TO TAKE BARCELONA’S PLACE (Posted 14th August 2018) Ethiopian Airlines, just days after announcing the halt of their flights to Barcelona – which were operated until today via the Spanish capital of Madrid – has confirmed that for the next European Winter Season Lisbon is to be added, effective 28th of October. […]

#Serena Lake Victoria announces another junior golf camp and tournament

By Janet Maina / Serena Hotels When it comes to learning the game of golf, nothing is quite like the Children’s Camp organized by the Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort and Spa. The 3-day bi-annual golf and sports camp, starting 9th August to 11th August 2018, provides young and aspiring golfers a supportive and safe […]

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#UNWTO prepares for 15th UNWTO Tourism Awards

UNWTO TO RECOGNIZE #INNOVATION AND #SUSTAINABILITY IN TOURISM (Posted 14th August 2018) Promoting innovation, job creation and sustainability are key considerations for the 15th World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Awards. UNWTO invites submissions until 31 October 2018. The UNWTO Awards recognise the contribution of public and private institutions and NGOs to development of a more competitive, […]

#Kenya registered #CessnaGrandCaravan crashes in #SouthSudan

KENYAN CESSNA GRAND CARAVAN INVOLVED IN CRASH LANDING IN SOUTH SUDAN (Posted 14th August 2018) (File photo of the aircraft) A Kenyan registered Cessna C208B Grand Caravan, operating in South Sudan for the Medicines sans Frontiers has reportedly suffered a crash landing. Owned by Boskovic Air Charters of Wilson Airport, Nairobi, has the plane suffered […]

#KenyaAirways follow up statement on shuttle bus accident

SECOND STATEMENT BY KENYA AIRWAYS ON THEIR SHUTTLE BUS ACCIDENT (Posted 13th August 2018) Best wishes once again to those who continue to remain in hospital as a result of their injuries sustained during the accident. Link to the earlier statement made: https://atcnews.org/2018/08/13/statement-by-kenya-airways-on-accident-of-their-shuttle-bus/

#AfricaTourismLeadershipForum – Two weeks and counting

PRIVATE-PUBLIC SECTOR LEADERSHIP DIALOGUE ON INTRA-AFRICA TRAVEL (Posted 13th August 2018) For long, the growth in intra-Africa travel have been restricted by prohibitive visa policies and limited air access across the continent. These have hindered growth in continental tourist arrivals, receipts, trade, investments and ultimately sustainable tourism development. Even though many African countries are making […]

More #aviation training courses on offer in #Kigali

Leading provider of aviation safety promotion courses in East Africa’s capital of aviation safety Independent | Non-profit | Innovative We are launching another interesting course to address growing concerns in our industry revolving around safety vs. privacy. AVIATION MENTAL HEALTH Kigali, Rwanda / 10-12 September – US$ 300 Recent aviation accidents have highlighted the importance […]

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Visit #Rwanda partnership with #Arsenal kicks off with a loss for the home team

ARSENAL MAKES LOSING START AT HOME AS PARTNERSHIP WITH RWANDA TAKES OFF (Posted 13th August 2018) Arsenal Football Club did not live up to the high expectations Rwandans had as the ‘Visit Rwanda‘ partnership took effect with the first match of the new English Premier League Season. Outclassed by two goals to nil did defending […]

#AirSeychelles shifts #Victoria sales office to The Quadrant

NEW POSH LOCATION FOR AIR SEYCHELLES’ SALES OFFICE IN VICTORIA (Posted 13th August 2018) Air Seychelles, the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles, has relocated its Victoria Sales Office at the Independence House to The Quadrant effective Monday, 13 August, 2018. The modern new office located in Manglier Street opposite ex STC carpark is […]

#IATA training – far from boring

IATA Training is taking bold steps through gamification programs that bridge the generational gap. IATA, has just participated in the launch of the Airline Manager 2 appwith one of its key tech-savy partners, Playrion. The app is intended for all budding aviation professionals that want to hone their skills. LEARN MORE

Speakers listed for #African #YouthTourismSummit in #Lagos

Another edition of #ATQNews from #Nigeria and beyond Odion Chigbufue to deliver keynote speech at 2nd edition of Akwaaba African Youth In Tourism Conference 2018 AKWAABA African Travel Market have announced ODION CHIGBUFUE General Manager of Tour Brokers International; a leading Tour Company in Nigeria as the Speaker at the 2nd Edition Of Akwaaba African […]

#RwandAir to add fourth weekly #Brussels #London flight during peak season

MORE EUROPE FLIGHTS BY RWANDAIR IN UPCOMING PEAK SEASON (Posted 13th August 2018) RwandAir has confirmed that they will add a fourth weekly flight during the height of the 2018/19 festive season, which also coincides with the peak of the high season for tourism in Eastern Africa. The airline presently serves the Kigali via Brussels […]

Feast of Assumption to be celebrated on #Seychelles island of #LaDigue

SEYCHELLES SET FOR ‘FEAST OF ASSUMPTION‘ CELEBRATION ON LA DIGUE (Posted 12th August 2018) The Seychelles third largest island, La Digue, a personal favourite of this correspondent for its laid back attitude and unique way of life, is preparing for the Feast of Assumption, when the Catholic faithful from the archipelago are joined by hundreds […]

The Saint Ange Tourism Report – Volume 2 Edition 32 of 2018

ENJOY THE LATEST EDITION OF THE #SAINTANGE TOURISM REPORT FRESH FROM THE #SEYCHELLES AND THE OTHER #INDIANOCEAN ISLANDS (Posted 12th August 2018) The Editorial this week highlights: a. Muthuvelan Karunanidhi, the Political Icon in Tamil Nadu will always be remembered. b. Respect for culture in Seychelles will again see the 15th August Feast of the […]

#SudanAirways to undergo revival too

#SUDAN GOVERNMENT INTENT TO REVIVE NATIONAL AIRLINE (Posted 12th August 2018) Following the lifting of the economic embargo against the Sudan by the United States has the government in Khartoum shown interest to revive the fortunes of national airline Sudan Airways. According to Transport Minister Al – Awad will the Sudanese government initiate discussions with […]

From 6 to 24 – the success story of the #Ziwa #RhinoSanctuary

RHINO BABY 24 IS BORN ON THE ZIWA RHINO SANCTUARY IN #UGANDA (Posted 11th August 2018) Good news came in this morning from the Rhino Fund Uganda that another rhino calf was born yesterday, the 19th since the sanctuary was established in the early part of the century. Parents Bella and Moja – both of […]

Rideshare competition heats up in Eastern Africa

TAXIFY GAINS MARKET SHARE THROUGH INNOVATION (Posted 11th August 2018) The introduction of Boda Boda and Tuk Tuk services by Taxify signals another round of competitive engagement with their main rivals in the East African market place. Giving clients a choice, to either travel by car, or if traffic jams prevent a timely arrival, use […]

#EthiopianAirlines – another year of financial success

RECORD BREAKING YEAR FOR ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES (Posted 11th August 2018)     Information received by ATCNews.org from Ethiopian Airlines indicates another record breaking year of success. During the 2017/18 fiscal year: ? Ethiopian introduced additional +14 new aircraft, more than one aircraft per month; ? The airline opened 8 new international destinations, namely Geneva (Switzerland), […]

#Ghana appoints new #Aviation Minister

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. Isha Sesay the ‘butterfly that thinks she is a Bird’ leaves CNN over too much Trump news. APCN in collaboration with […]

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#AirSeychelles announces more flights to #Johannesburg from December to April

MORE FLIGHTS FROM #SOUTHAFRICA TO #SEYCHELLES (Posted 10th August 2018) Air Seychelles, the national airline of the Republic of Seychelles has announced that it will increase the frequency of its services between Seychelles and Johannesburg during the festive season to accommodate the growing demand over the busy end-of-year period. The additional services to be operated […]

#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 10th August 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 their blog. Also, email them to submit your events or suggest new ideas […]