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Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) has scooped
the “Most Innovative Airport Initiative” award at
the Future Travel Experience fair in Dublin. Its
AI-powered customer service agent, the BER
Agent, impressed judges with its 24/7 multilingual
support and elimination of call waiting times. This win h… read more
Etihad
Airways has elevated its Toronto service
by deploying the Airbus A380, marking a significant
boost in capacity and passenger experience. This move, coinciding with
Etihad's 20th anniversary of serving
Canada, opens exciting new avenues for
African travel agents seeking premium travel o… read more
Emirates
Airline has launched a new service connecting Da
Nang, Vietnam, to its Dubai hub via
Bangkok, opening exciting opportunities for African
travel agents seeking enhanced Asia connectivity.
This strategic move positions Da Nang as a new gateway to
Asia, offering seamless access to Emira… read more
Get
ready for a shift in long-haul travel.
Qantas is launching the world’s
longest non-stop commercial flight, a
marathon 20-hour journey from
Sydney to London spanning a staggering
17,015 kilometers. Set to take off in
2027, thi… read more
Qatar
Airways’ recent cancellation of its Boeing 737 MAX 10 order and
reaffirmed commitment to Airbus signals a significant shift in the
aviation landscape, one with potential implications for the African
travel market. This strategic realignment, driven by evolving fleet
requirements and a mended relationship with Airbus, posit… read more
Travel agents across Africa should take note: the
Airbus A350-1000 is
transforming ultra-long-haul travel, and Qatar
Airways is leading the charge. The airline’s daily
Doha to Auckland service
currently holds the record as the world’s longest
A350-1000 flight, cl… read more
The National Association of Nigeria Travel
Agencies (NANTA) is gearing up for a major
training initiative in Banjul, Gambia,
designed to equip its members with the skills and knowledge to
capitalize on the burgeoning intra-African travel
market. Scheduled for the last week of M… read more
African travel agents are poised to benefit from a significant
boost in premium travel options, thanks to Emirates’ ambitious fleet
upgrade program. The airline’s multi-billion dollar investment in cabin
refurbishments and new aircraft promises to redefine luxury travel,
opening exciting new avenues for African travelers and the agents w… read more
A groundbreaking shift in air travel is on the horizon for
African travel agents, courtesy of Etihad Airways’ new Airbus A321LR.
This innovative aircraft, set to take flight in August 2025, promises a
widebody experience within a single-aisle
jet, creating exciting new revenue opportunities for
travel professionals acr… read more
Etihad Airways is making a bold move in
Africa, significantly expanding its network across the continent. This
strategic expansion brings new destinations, increased
flight frequencies, and exciting
partnerships, creating a wealth of
opportunities for travel professionals in the region. Arik… read more