#WorldTravelAwards turn 25
WTA celebrates Silver Anniversary
#AlfajiriVillas present their new video
New Alfajiri Villa’s video A great way to feel the emotions and uniqueness of Alfajiri Villas and a better understanding of our hospitality concept. Download new brochure
Corporate Council on Africa News Updates
CCA MEMBERS IN THE NEWS South African Airways awarded " Favorite Airline in Africa" by Trazee Travel’s Millennial Readers South African Airways Trazee Travel, a unique interactive web-based publication for millennial travelers has named South African Airways (SAA), the national flag carrier of South Africa as the “Favorite Airline in Africa”…Read more>> TOURISM Ethiopian Airlines […]
African Sports Tourism Summit makes a return in #Lagos
AFRICAN SPORTS TOURISM SUMMIT 2018 RETURNS AFTER THE WORLD CUP (Posted 15th August 2018) The African Sports Tourism Summit – the pan-African platform where sports and tourism stakeholders exchange a hand of fellowship, towards socioeconomic growth for Africa and her nations – will return on the 25th of August, 2018, following its postponement because of […]
Southern Africa set for more regular appearances on ATCNews.org
CHANCE MEETING WITH BOTSWANA RESIDENTS IN MALINDI OPENS THE DOORS FOR MORE REGULAR REPORTS FROM SOUTHERN AFRICA (Posted 15th August 2018) While on a visit to the Kenya coast, and more specifically to Malindi, did opportunity arise to finally meet face to face with Karin Duthie and Mark Henningsen, owners of the fabulous Neem House […]
The Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
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#AfricaTourismLeadershipAwards – the shortlist of nominations is now available
1STAFRICA TOURISM LEADERSHIP AWARDS SHORT-LISTED FINALISTS ANNOUNCED (Posted 15th August 2018) The finalists in all nine (9) categories of the Inaugural Pan-African Tourism Leadership Awards have been announced by the Co-chairpersons of the awards committee; Prof. Marina Novelli and Ms. Judy Kepher-Gona, following criteria and process verification by Grant Thornton. Winners will be announced at […]
#Zambia News updates from the ‘Livingstone biWeekly’
NEWS UPDATES FROM ZAMBIA, #ZIMBABWE AND BEYOND COURTESY OF GILL STADEN (Posted 15th August 2018) Inside this latest edition you find: Acacia School Science Fair Litter dumping Zambezi around Mwandi full of old nets Waterbird Exhibition Kafue Water Intake almost complete Zoo Atlanta to help Conservation South Luangwa TAZARA to be managed by a Chinese […]
Kenyan aircraft denied landing in #SouthSudan
#FLY540 AIRCRAFT STOPPED FROM LANDING IN #JUBA (Posted 15th August 2018) Reports are coming in from the South Sudan capital Juba that a Fly540 flight yesterday afternoon from Nairobi to Juba was prohibited from entering South Sudanese airspace and not allowed to continue its journey and land in Juba. The aircraft reportedly had to turn […]
#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 […]
#KenyaAirways issues additional follow up statement on shuttle bus accident
#NRT – Northern Rangelands Trust – publishes the 2017 State of Conservancies Report
Dear ATC Readers, This week NRT’s central headquarters will host the annual meeting of the NRT Council of Elders and Board of Directors. This is an opportunity for us to discuss the past year – to share stories, successes, learnings and inevitably, failures. The data for all of this is presented in our 2017 State […]
The Blue Swan Daily #Aviation News
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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 […]
#IATA Training – Opportunities await
Get 20% off – If you register 3 months before the course starting date Get $100 off – If you register 3 weeks before the course starting date Classroom schedule
Statement by Kenya Airways on accident of their shuttle bus
FLIGHT DELAY BY KENYA AIRWAYS ENDS AFFECTED PASSENGERS IN SHUTTLE BUS ACCIDENT (Posted 13th August 2018)
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 […]
