#WTMAfrica2019 preparations gain momentum
Why Visit? Who Will You Meet Host City Contact us Register your interest for WTM Africa 2019 Be part of Africa’s must-attend event for the travel industry, whether it be to discover the latest trends, seek out new products, expand your network or find the opportunities that will drive your personal and commercial success. To […]
New trends at #WTMLondon2018
At this year’s WTM London, you’ll see a big new addition. All over the show, we’ve added Inspiration Zones based around particular regions. These are places to browse, explore and discover niche products and upcoming trends. They’re where you’ll find real inspiration. We’ve also added to our conference programme: you’ll find the 2018 programme has […]
Passengers want more says #IATA
HUMAN TOUCH SEEN AS HUGELY IMPORTANT AS PASSENGERS DEMAND MORE FROM NEW TECHNOLOGIES (Posted 02nd October 2018) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced the results of its 2018 Global Passenger Survey (GPS), which showed that passengers are looking to new technology to give them more control, information and improve efficiency when they travel. Based […]
Ol Kiombo Airstrip unserviceable
#SAFARILINK SUSPENDS OL KIAMBO LANDINGS (Posted 02nd October 2018) Information has been received this afternoon that Safarilink has, for now, suspended flights into the Ol Kiombo airstrip in the Masai Mara due to local conditions. The airline has requested that clients booked into and out of this strip in coming days contact Safarilink to ensure […]
#NTW2019 Media Briefing in #Lagos
Avantgarde Tours Limited, the organizers of Nigeria Travel Week, in conjunction with the Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTDC), National Association of Nigerian Travel Agencies (NANTA) and the Federation of Tourism Associations of Nigeria (FTAN) hereby issue an invitation to attend a joint press briefing in Lagos that will take place on Friday, 5th October 2018 […]
Air transport, according to #IATA, supports over 65.5 million jobs
AIR TRANSPORT PLAYS A MAJOR ECONOMIC ROLE FOR JOBS (Posted 02nd October 2018) The global air transport sector supports 65.5 million jobs and $2.7 trillion in global economic activity, according to new research released today by the Air Transport Action Group (ATAG). The report, Aviation: Benefits Beyond Borders, explores the fundamental role civil aviation plays […]
#UNWTO Awards – Call for Applications / Nominations
Laikipia Wildlife Forum News Updates
In our edition this month…. The "game changer" in Mukogodo More Ccrop for a Ddrop of Water! Big Step in Wildlife Monitoring for IlMAMUSI Rangers Smart Water For Agriculture Fund One Dog At A Time! Farming in Pastoralist Communities: "This is a game changer!" Grace Korosian is a resident of Arjiju, a village located at […]
MasterCard index unveils #Lagos as the most Visited City in Sub Sahara Africa
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 […]
#Hilton set for major expansion in #Africa
HILTON PLANS TO DOUBLE ITS INVENTORY IN AFRICA (Posted 02nd October 2018) As Hilton continues to grow its presence in Africa by introducing new brands and entering new countries, Hilton today announced it is on track to more than double in size in the next five years with the opening of Legend Hotel Lagos Airport, […]
Air Cargo movements join passenger upswing in August
#IATA DATA SHOW AIR CARGO UPSWING IN AUGUST EXCEPT FOR #AFRICA (Posted 02nd October 2018) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released data for global air freight markets showing that demand, measured in freight tonne kilometers (FTKs), rose 2.3% in August 2018, compared to the same period the year before. This pace of growth was […]
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
#Atta due for restructuring to meet new legal requirements in the #UK
MAJOR LEGAL CHANGES IN THE OFFING FOR ATTA AS UK LEGAL REQUIREMENTS MUST BE MET (Posted 02nd October 2018) Atta, today Africa’s leading international tourism trade association, was formed in 1994 as a trade association to promote tourism to Africa. In 2000, new Articles were drawn up and the association became a “Company Limited by […]
#IATA training offers
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Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa hosts Johnnie Walker Open
THE JOHNNIE WALKER OPEN – FIRST TOURNAMENT AT THE NEWLY COMPLETED 18-HOLE CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF COURSE (Posted 02nd October 2018) The past few decades has seen golf tourism gain popularity in Africa. South Africa has created the very successful Sunshine Tour and now hosts two events on the European tour. The Morocco Golf Open is the […]
#GorillaHighlands – News Update Issue 2
Isabelle Masozera explains Rwanda’s gorilla naming ceremony to those who have never been (1 minute); part of our recent 7 Practical Things article Don’t Miss Gorilla Highlands Bootcamp The second edition of our newsletter begins with an invitation to the annual Bootcamp, taking place 17-21 November 2018. As long as you have interest in the […]
#Marriott eyes major expansion in #Africa
MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL REVEALS ROBUST EXPANSION PLANS ACROSS AFRICA (Posted 02nd October 2018) Ahead of the Africa Hotel Investment Forum in Nairobi, Kenya, did Marriott International announce rapid expansion plans across Africa. Strong demand for select-service brands and conversion opportunities are driving the momentum of growth for the company, amplified by five new hotel signings. The […]
#IATA reports record load factors for August 2018
STRONG TRAVEL DEMAND IN AUGUST LEADS TO RECORD LOAD FACTORS (Posted 02nd October 2018) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic data for August 2018 showing that demand (measured in total revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) climbed 6.4% compared to the year-ago period. This was slightly above the 6.1% annual increase for […]
#QatarAirways ups #Airbus #A350 order
FIVE STAR AIRLINE SWITCHES AN INITIAL 5 AIRCRAFT FROM THE A350-900 TO THE A350-1000 (Posted 02nd October 2018) Qatar Airways has announced that it has upgraded five of its current order of A350-900s to the higher-capacity A350-1000. The airline has already taken delivery of 30 A350 aircraft (27 A350-900 and three A350-1000) from the total […]
#AfricanUnion to hold meeting of tourism ministers in #Nairobi
AFRICAN UNION MINISTERIAL SUB-COMMITTEE ON TOURISM (Posted 02nd October 2018) On the sidelines of Kenya’s annual international tourism trade show, the Magical Kenya Travel Expo or in short #MKTE, will an African Union one day committee meeting take place in Nairobi, chaired by Kenya’s tourism and wildlife cabinet secretary Najib Balala. The First Ordinary Session […]
#BrusselsAirport News Updates
Discover more of Africa with #BrusselsAirlines There is plenty to discover in Africa and Brussels Airlines wants to make it as easy as possible for you to experience all of that splendour. That is exactly why the airline will start its daily flights to Africa as of January 2019. The airline will add 3 extra […]
The Saint Ange Tourism Report – Volume 2 Edition 39 of 2018
ENJOY THE LATEST EDITION OF THE #SAINTANGE TOURISM REPORT FRESH FROM THE #SEYCHELLES AND THE OTHER #INDIANOCEAN ISLANDS (Posted 30th September 2018) The Editorial this week highlights: a. Budget time is upon Seychelles – are we ready to rise to the occasion? b. A sad week it was for Seychelles as Tourism loses a quiet […]
#Mombasa’s north coast – a story of both sad decline and hope for better days ahead
THE #KENYA COAST – A STORY OF ROT AND RENEWAL (Part 4 of four) (Posted 30th September 2018) While in Europe did opportunity finally arise to complete the promised 4th part of the review of my visit to the Kenya coast in July and August. Much has been written about it before, relevant links shown […]
#Uganda’s new #Nile bridge ready for grand opening in October
OCTOBER OPENING FOR NEW BRIDGE OVER THE RIVER NILE IN #JINJA (Posted 29th September 2018) (Picture courtesy of UNRA) The stage has now been set for the official launch of the new bridge over the River Nile in Jinja in October, on or soon after the country commemorates Independence Day on the 09th of next […]
Final hurdle taken for #KenyaAirways to launch New York flights
‘LAST POINT OF DEPARTURE‘ PERMIT GRANTED BY US AUTHORITIES FOR #KENYA’S MAIN AIRPORT (Posted 29th September 2018) With the last regulatory hurdle now out of the way, following the approval of Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport as a ‘Last Point of Departure‘ or in short ‘LPD‘ can the planned flights from Nairobi to New York […]
Corporate Council on Africa News Updates
U.S.- AFRICA RELATIONS Kagame tells U.N. delegates Africa’s global position must change AfricaNews Rwanda’s president Paul Kagame told delegates at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) that Africa’s global position must change in response to recent positive developments on the continent…Read more>> INFRASTRUCTURE President Weah Pitches Next 5-Yr Agenda at 1st UNGA Address FrontPage Africa […]
#UNWTO takes lead towards Digital Transformation
DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION AND INNOVATION AT THE CORE OF #WTD2918 (Posted 28th September 2018) World Tourism Day 2018 was observed in Budapest, Hungary yesterday (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 […]
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
#TAAG to launch #Luanda to #Lagos flights
NEW FLIGHT LINK BETWEEN #ANGOLA AND #NIGERIA EASES CONNECTIVITY CHALLENGES (Posted 28th September 2018) TAAG has announced the launch of thrice a week flights between the Angolan capital Luanda and Lagos in Nigeria, due to commence in the first half of November this year. The aircraft used for the flight will be a Boeing B737 […]
