#Portugal #Spain #India and #Indonesia win big at the #UNWTO Awards 2018
GREAT PLAINS CONSERVATION WINS THIRD PRIZE AT UNWTO AWARDS AS OTHER CONTINENTS SWEEP LEADER BOARD (Posted 18th January 2018) Initiatives from Portugal, Spain, India and Indonesia winners of UNWTO Awards for Innovation in Tourism Turismo de Portugal I.P (Portugal), Ecotourism Trust (India), Tryponyu (Indonesia) and SEGGITUR (Spain) are the winners of the 14th Edition of […]
Meet #CoastalAviation’s team in #Berlin at #ITB2018
Enrico, Fatema and Tina will participate in the Internationale Tourismus-Börse – Berlin from 7th to 11th March 2018. Please email us with your preferred time and date on safari and we will pencil you in for a meeting. You can easily find our exhibiting table at the Stand #128 (Hall 21A) under the Tanzanian Pavilion. […]
Corporate Council on Africa CEO speak out about Trump comments
Statement by Florizelle (Florie) Liser, President & CEO of the Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) As an organization that has been promoting U.S.-Africa trade, investment, and business engagement for more than twenty years, the Corporate Council on Africa (CCA) joins many others in repudiating the negative comments allegedly made by President Trump about African and […]
Watch the #UNWTO Award Ceremony live
Watch the 14th UNWTO Awards Ceremony live! Wednesday, 17 January 2018 19:00 – 21:00 (CET) The link will be available today from 19 pm and can be accessed at the official 14th UNWTO Awards website. For any questions, please contact us at: awards The UNWTO Awards Team Virus-free. www.avg.com
#IATA releases December 2017 results
UP UP AND AWAY – THE TREND OF GLOBAL #AVIATION (Posted 17th January 2018) The industry-wide EBIT profit margin remained broadly unchanged in Q3 relative to a year ago, at a robust 14.7% of revenues. A decline in the margin in the North American region was partly offset by increases elsewhere. Global airline share prices […]
#EthiopianAirlines aims for record new route launches in H1 this year
TEN NEW ROUTES BETWEEN NOW AND JULY FOR ETHIOPIAN AIRLINES (Posted 17th January 2018) Ethiopian Airlines will over the next five and a half months launch ten new routes, according to CEO Tewolde Gebremariam a record for the carrier. Said Gebremariam: ‘Between now and June we are going to open ten new destinations, almost two […]
AIRKENYA LANDLINES ARE WORKING AGAIN – 17 January 2018
Airkenya Express Ltd AIRKENYA LANDLINES ARE WORKING AGAIN 17 January 2018 AIRKENYA LANDLINES ARE UP AGAIN Our Landline telephone numbers CALL CENTRE 391 6000 and ADMINISTRATION 392 5000 are back up. Additional numbers include: CALL CENTRE & ADMIN: 0721 415346, 0727 131977 Thank you and lovely day. Yours Sincerely, Cheryl deSouza-Pedersen PR & COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER […]
The latest edition of the Tourism Tattler
THE LATEST ‘TOURISM TATTLER‘ IS NOW AVAILABLE (Posted 17th January 2018) Weekly Travel News Update Wed 17 January 2018 Editor’s Top 10 Picks: How to be Cyber Smart with QR Codes Continue Reading Inaugural Tshwane Tourism Showcase Continue Reading Cathay Introduce Smart Bag Policy Continue Reading The New Nissan LEAF Electric Vehicle Continue Reading Travel […]
Cyclone Berguitta impacts on air traffic in and out of #Mauritius
INDIAN OCEAN CYCLONE SHUTS DOWN AIR TRAFFIC (Posted 17th January 2018) Tropical cyclone ‘Berguitta‘, which is presently racing across the Indian Ocean, has led to the cancellation of flights to and from Mauritius including domestic services to and from the island of Rodrigues. Home carrier Air Mauritius is issuing news updates on their website www.airmauritius.com […]
Brussels Airport Newsletter January 2018
Brussels Airport News Updates Preheader text Newsletter January 2018 New: fly to Shenzhen with Hainan Airlines As of 20th March 2018, Hainan Airlines will fly directly to Shenzhen twice a week. Shenzhen is the third Chinese destination for Hainan Airlines. The airline also connects Brussels with Shanghai Pudong and Beijing. Tickets start at € 449, […]
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#AIRKENYA LANDLINES DOWN
Airkenya Notice: LANDLINES DOWN 16 January 2018 AIRKENYA LANDLINES DOWN Our Landline telephone numbers CALL CENTRE 391 6000 and ADMINISTRATION 392 5000 are down since lunchtime. Please use the following mobile numbers to reach AIRKENYA, WILSON AIRPORT: CALL CENTRE & ADMIN: 0721 415346, 0727 131977 We apologise for the inconvenience. We shall advise again once […]
Ethiopian Airlines confirms #Zambia plans
ZAMBIA’S NEW NATIONAL AIRLINE TO BE 55/45 PERCENT JOINT VENTURE (Posted 16th January 2018) Ethiopian Airlines, the largest Aviation Group in Africa has announced that it has finalized a shareholders agreement with the Government of Zambia for the re-launch of Zambia Airways. The Government of Zambia will be the majority shareholder with 55% and Ethiopian […]
#SautiZaBusara – The 2018 edition is now just weeks away
Last Chance For Tickets ONLINE Buy tickets online before 31st January to avoid disappointment. For ticket prices see www.busaramusic.org/festivals/tickets/ Click the button below to Buy Tickets Safe and secure with 3G Direct Pay Sauti za Busara offers half-price tickets for all visitors with African nationalities and East African residents. Further discounts are available for Tanzanian […]
#UNWTO data suggest 2017 best tourism year ever
SEVEN YEARS OF SUSTAINED TOURISM GROWTH PRODUCE A NEW RECORD IN 2017 (Posted 16th January 2018) International tourist arrivals grew by a remarkable 7% in 2017 to reach a total of 1,322 million, according to the latest UNWTO World Tourism Barometer. This strong momentum is expected to continue in 2018 at a rate of 4%-5%. […]
Africa World Airlines to begin #Lagos- #Monrovia flights
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 […]
The ‘Saint Ange Tourism Report’ is our … Volume 2 Edition 2
ENJOY THE LATEST EDITION OF THE LATEST ‘SAINT ANGE‘ TOURISM REPORT In this issue:- The Editorial this week speaks of the four branches of Government. The coming repayment of external debts by Seychelles. Tourism Arrival figures and transit passengers. Quote of the week is by President Nelson Mandela on facing challenges and encouraging Seychellois to […]
#Reunion makes waves at international diving exhibition in #Paris
Diving Salon 2018: immerse yourself in the waters of Reunion (Posted 13th January 2018) On the occasion of the twentieth anniversary of the International Diving Exhibition, Reunion Island Tourism renews its participation in the 2018 edition to make potential visitors (re)discover the exceptional variety of marine biodiversity from the island. The International Underwater Diving Show […]
When #Kenya and #Uganda were plunged into #Blackout
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. Nigeria introduces biometric visa to stop unwanted visitors, commences 48-hr visa issuance at New York Consulate Kenya Airways starts booking for […]
KWS’ Paul Udoto speaks in New York at EAWLS event
PAUL UDOTO SPEAKS AT EAST AFRICAN WILD LIFE SOCIETY EVENT IN NEW YORK (Posted 13th January 2018) Americans and the international community have been called upon to support conservation efforts in Africa as one way of addressing escalating global insecurity. Besides wildlife protection being a security issue, Paul Udoto, the Kenya Wildlife Service Corporate Communications […]
#Sudan’s Tarco Air – heading to Entebbe?
NEW CONNECTION FROM #KHARTOUM TO #ENTEBBE VIA #JUBA (Posted 13th January 2018) Information has come to light that Sudan’s Tarco Air seems set for the launch of flights out of Khartoum to Entebbe, via Juba, in the very near future. The flights, the airline plans to operate three times a week on Tuesday, Thursday and […]
#NairobiNow – All one needs to know about the what, where and when in #Kenya’s capital
NAIROBI NOW – YOUR COMPLETE GUIDE FOR WHAT’S UP IN KENYA (Posted 13th January 2018) Out of Town: Sauti za Busara Music Festival, Feb. 8-11 2018 @ Stonetown, Zanzibar – Tanzania Concert: by Visiting and On Tour – Tin Pan Trio, January 12 2018 @ Ankole Grill – Senteu Plaza (Corner of Lenana and Galana […]
#AirTanzania starts recruitment of additional crews ahead of delivery of new jets
88 ADDITIONAL CABIN CREW POSITIONS ADVERTISED BY AIR TANZANIA (Posted 12th January 2018) Presently on course for delivery this year is the order by the Tanzanian government of two brand new Bombardier CS300 jets. According to information seen is Air Tanzania now starting to recruit cabin crew and cockpit crew to be deployed on their […]
Uganda Wildlife Authority makes domestic tourism a priority
NEW #TULAMBULEWILD BUSSES SOLUTION TO BRING UGANDANS INTO THE PARKS AT AFFORDABLE COST (Posted 11th January 2018) Uganda Wildlife Authority’s Executive Director Dr. Andrew Seguya added further comments to the organization’s drive to promote domestic tourism, following the launch of five #TulambuleWild buses earlier this week. Said Dr. Seguya: ‘The buses are to ease transport […]
#US tune down rhetoric of travel advisories on #Kenya
MORE USER FRIENDLY TRAVEL ADVISORY ON KENYA REPLACES FAILED PAST EDITIONS (Posted 11th January 2018) The US Department of State has, following a string of failed anti travel advisories in the past, introduced a new four tier system of appraisals. Kenya in the past bore the brunt of negative and often blatantly misdirected anti travel […]
Kenya Airways makes formal announcement about flights to the United States
#NAIROBI TO #NEWYORK #NONSTOP FROM OCTOBER (Posted 11th January 2018) Kenya Airways earlier today marked a milestone with the launch of a non-stop flight from Nairobi to New York. Kenya’s national carrier started selling today tickets for the inaugural flight which is scheduled for October 28th this year. Kenya Airways becomes the first airline to […]
The 10to4 Mountain Bike Challenge – a month and counting
More than just bike races Why the 10to4 really matters… The 10to4 raises vital funds for the Mount Kenya Trust, an NGO working endlessly to protect the people, forest, wildlife and water of Mount Kenya. This race fundraiser pays ranger salaries, builds fences, plants trees, supports communities and fights fires. The 2017 proceeds assisted with […]
#IATA confirms continued strong demand
STRONG DEMAND GROWTH CONTINUES (Posted 10th January 2018) The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced global passenger traffic results for November 2017 showing continued robust demand. Total revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs) rose 8.0% compared to November 2016, the fastest growth rate in five months and up from a 7.3% year-over-year rise in October. Capacity (available […]
Brussels Airlines sets new passenger record in 2017
#BRUSSELSAIRLINES CARRIES OVER 9 MILLION PASSENGERS IN 2017 ACHIEVING A NEW RECORD (Posted 11th January 2018) Brussels Airlines ended the year 2017 with a total of 9,077,178 passengers carried on their flights, a record in the company’s 15 year history. The 1.3 million additional passengers were welcomed throughout the entire network. All sectors showed significant […]
