Corporate Council on #Africa news updates
CCA IN THE NEWS Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) celebrates 25 years of leading the way in U.S.-Africa business relations All Africa Established in 1993 during a time when Africa was not viewed as a prime destination for investment, CCA has been critical in facilitating and promoting increased U.S. investment on the…Read more>> TOURISM Tanzania […]
More space at #TheLoft in #Brussels
#BRUSSELSAIRLINES EXTENDS ‘THE LOFT‘ TO CATER FOR GROWING NUMBERS OF PREMIUM PASSENGERS (Posted 25th April 2018) Following the great success of The Loft and the company’s rising passenger numbers, is Brussels Airlines increasing the capacity of its Brussels Airport lounge and further improves the comfort for their highest tier customers. Business travelers remain an important […]
Infrastructure projects get budget boost in #Uganda #Kenya #Rwanda and #Tanzania
#AVIATION, ROAD AND BRIDGE INFRASTRUCTURE BENEFITS FROM SHIFT OF FOCUS (Posted 25th April 2018) Important infrastructure projects are unfolding across much of the Eastern African region as governments make a deliberate effort to improve regional connectivity but road, rail and air. In Uganda will later this year the first ‘Super Highway‘ open its toll gates […]
#Zambia ready for #LICAF in #Livingstone
Tour D’EAC 2018 – 6000 kilometres to promote regional unity and cooperation
THE EAST AFRICAN BICYCLE TOUR 2018 (TOUR D` EAC) A message from the organizers EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The East African bicycle tour is an expression of unity, oneness, togetherness, and peace. By riding through all the East African countries (Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda), we renew and strengthen the ties that bind East African together. […]
Enjoy the latest edition of the #TourismTattler
Weekly Travel News Update Wed 25 April 2018 Editor’s Top 10 Picks: Secrets For Mastering The Art Of Meeting Planning Continue Reading AVIS Launches Digital Cards Continue Reading Premier Hotels Invests in Umhlanga Continue Reading Media Experience Madiba Magic Continue Reading Africa Tourism Leadership Forum Announced at #2018ITSC Continue Reading First Group Pays It Forward […]
Final audit hurdle to be taken ahead of #KenyaAirways’ flights to #JFK
MAKE OR BREAK AUDIT TO GIVE GREEN LIGHT – OR NOT – FOR NEW YORK FLIGHTS (Posted 25th April 2018) Kenya Airways is now just two steps away from launching their planned daily services to New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport, one hurdle in their own hands to master and one beyond their control as […]
Corporate Council on Africa looks back at 25 years connecting #Africa to the #US
A QUARTER OF A CENTURY CONNECTING WITH AFRICA (Posted 25th April 2018) Established in 1993 during a time when Africa was not viewed as a prime destination for investment, CCA has been critical in facilitating and promoting increased U.S. investment on the continent. Over the last 25 years, CCA has remained dedicated to providing its […]
#Emirates #Airbus A380 diverted to Dar es Salaam as tropical storm #Fakir hits #Mauritius
#MAURITIUS AND #REUNION AFFECTED BY TROPICAL STORM FAKIR (Posted 24th April 2018) South African Airways but also Air Mauritius and Air Austral, and other carriers flying to the Indian Ocean islands, have been affected by tropical storm Fakir, which has squarely hit Mauritius, Rodrigues and Reunion on Tuesday. South African cancelled their daily flights for […]
#KenyaAirways shifts to new terminal in #Guangzhou
KENYA AIRWAYS SHIFTS TO TERMINAL 2 IN GUANGZHOU (Posted 24th April 2018) Kenya Airways will relocate to the brand new Terminal 2 of the Guangzhou’s Baiyun international Airport, effective 26th April 2018. Flight KQ 887, with a scheduled departure of 22:10 and flight KQ 886, with a scheduled arrival of 18:45 local time on 25th […]
#UNWTO sees strong demand from both traditional and emerging markets
THE WORLD’S TOP TOURISM SPENDERS ARE … (Posted 24th April 2018) Virtually all source markets reported higher tourism spending in 2017, reflecting continued strong demand for international tourism across all world regions. Both emerging and advanced economies fuelled growth, led by the United States which spent US$ 12 billion more on travel abroad. China spent […]
#IATA is rolling out a global passenger survey
We want to hear from you: tell us what you want in 2018 and the years to come! Dear Air Traveller, IATA is conducting the Global Passenger Survey for a seventh consecutive year! This annual survey is an excellent opportunity to provide us with direct feedback on your travel preferences and expectations. Your valuable input […]
5th Hotelier Summit set for #Nairobi #Kenya
CARMEN NIBIGIRA TO CHAIR PANEL DISCUSSION AT 5TH HOTELIER SUMMIT IN MAY (Posted 24th April 2018) Hospitality professionals in Eastern Africa are looking forward to the 5th Hotelier Summit kicking off next month in the Kenyan capital Nairobi. The conference is taking place at the recently opened Moevenpick Nairobi. Due for discussion during the two […]
Updates from the Mount Kenya Trust
MOUNTAIN DISPATCHES (Posted 24th April 2018) January saw members of the Scientific Exploration Society visit and assist the Trust. In February, we held our annual 10to4 Mountain Bike Challenge, this year sponsored by Tropic Air and a huge success. In March, we piloted the first Mount Kenya Trust Festival to celebrate all things Mount Kenya, […]
#AviaDev2018 is heading to #CapeTown linking aviation and tourism like no other
#AFRICA’S MAJOR #AVIATION CONFERENCE HEADS TO CAPE TOWN (Posted 24th April 2018) According to the UNWTO statistics over 50% of all international tourists arrive at their destination by air. In Africa this percentage is substantially higher. In their forecast for 2036 IATA predicts that Africa will an annual growth of 5.9%, making it the fastest […]
Serena news updates
SERENA HOTELS NEWS (Posted 24th April 2018) The low season is here with us and you know what that means? The landscapes are lush and green, there are less crowds and even more exciting, affordable holiday packages. Discover Serena Hotels sought after low season packages for a travel experience of a lifetime. Serena’s Madaraka Express […]
Gorilla Highlands Silverchef Competition – the measure of culinary capacity in the region
GORILLA HIGHLANDS SILVERCHEF COMES TO RWANDA FOR THE FIRST TIME (Posted 24th April 2018) The 4th Gorilla Highlands Silverchef Regional Cooking Competition and Networking Event will be held in Kigali, Rwanda next weekend between the 28th and 29th of April 2018 at the Kigali Marriott Hotel. It has never taken place in Rwanda before. The […]
#Nanyuki airstrip once again unserviceable
NANYUKI CIVIL AIRSTRIP – UNSERVICEABLE (Posted 23rd April 2018) Heavy rains have been pounding parts of Kenya once again over the weekend and inflicted damage to road and other infrastructure. Air Kenya just announced that they will for the time being halt flights to Nanyuki until the field is meeting safety standards again and traffic […]
#AviaDev partners with Ethiopian Airlines and Kenya Airways for next summit in Cape Town
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 […]
Gorilla Highlands Silverchef Competition – just days away
#MARRIOTT #KIGALI HOSTS 4TH EDITION OF REGIONAL CHEF CONTEST (Posted 23rd April 2018) 16 chefs from the geographical area comprising the ‘Gorilla Highlands‘ made it into the finals of this regional chef competition, which will be held at the Marriott Kigali Hotel, the first time the event is taking place outside Uganda. Now in its […]
The Saint Ange Tourism Report – Volume 2 Edition 16 of 2018
ENJOY THE LATEST EDITION OF THE #SAINTANGE TOURISM REPORT FRESH FROM THE #SEYCHELLES AND THE OTHER #INDIANOCEAN ISLANDS (Posted 23rd April 2018) The Editorial this week highlights the need for visibility for tourism destinations before moving on to how the VATEL Hotel and Tourism Business School of Mauritius are keeping their students updated on tourism […]
#AuricAir launches daily flights to #Ruaha
Dar Es Salaam – RUAHA National Park – Dar Es Salaam Flight Schedule – (Daily) Departure 07:00 Dar Es Salaam to Ruaha National Park Departure 09:45 Ruaha National Park to Dar Es Salaam RUAHA National Park to Zanzibar Flight Schedule – (Daily) Departure 09:45 Ruaha National Park to Zanzibar RUAHA National Park to SELOUS Game […]
#WTMA18 closes as #WTMA19 dates are announced
WORLD TRAVEL MARKET AFRICA ENDS ON A HIGH (Posted 21st April 2018) AND THAT’S A WRAP! Thank you to everyone who attended the fifth edition of WTM Africa 2018. We are already excited to welcome you to our 2019 show from 10 -12 April, The third and final day continued with networking, business deals, […]
#Fastjet’s Chief Operating Officer Sylvain Bosc answers questions
FASTJET COO MEETS WITH ATCNEWS.ORG ON THE SIDELINES OF #WTMA18 (Posted 20th April 2018) Fastjet’s Sylvain Bosc yesterday met with the Publisher of ATCNews.org to discuss aviation in general and Pan African LCC Fastjet in particular. Here are some select questions asked and answers given: Q: You joined Fastjet about a year ago from South […]
Le Chateau celebrates the World Chaîne Day this Saturday with an exceptional menu
Le Chateau Brasserie Belge – A celebration of good food The spirit of World Chaîne Day is one of celebration. So please join us for a special menu this Saturday April 21st at Le chateau. World Chaîne Day 4 Course Menu. The spirit of World Chaîne Day is one of celebration so we hope you […]
Two more airlines approved for operations in #Ghana
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. China excludes Africa from countries waived from Visa to Hainan from May 1 53-year-old visa applicant bags 2yrs in jail for […]
BREAKING NEWS as #Zanzibar is launching own tourism show
ZANZIBAR IS ALL SET FOR THE INAUGURAL EDITION OF THE ‘ZANZIBAR TOURISM SHOW‘ (Posted 20th April 2018) (Photo courtesy of Javed Jafferji) The former House of Representatives, Stone Town, Unguja / Zanzibar will be the venue for the inaugural #ZanzibarTourismShow, which will take place later this year between the 17th and 20th of October. His […]
#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 20th April 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 […]
#Rwanda recognized at WTTC Summit in #BuenosAires
WORLD TRAVEL AND TOURISM COUNCIL HANDS RWANDA THEIR FIRST GLOBAL TOURISM LEADERSHIP AWARD (Posted 20th April 2018) Rwanda has been awarded World Travel & Tourism Council’s (WTTC) first Global Leadership Award. The award was presented to Dr. Edouard Ngirente, Right Honourable Prime Minister of Rwanda at the Gala Dinner of the 2018 WTTC Global Summit […]
It just keeps getting better! Day 2 at WTM Africa
WTM Africa – better every day 18 – 20 April 2018, Cape Town, South Africa Register About WTM Africa Find Exhibitors What’s On ANOTHER INCREDIBLE DAY AT WTM AFRICA! Day 2 of WTM Africa 2018 kicked off this morning with a bustling and engaging speed networking session followed by the stand awards, networking, meetings and […]
