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28% of corporates switch TMCs during pandemic
A new study of 313 European business travel managers by Business Travel Show Europe (30 September – 1 October) has revealed that over one -quarter (28%) of buyers have switched travel management companies (TMCs) over the last 12 months. A further 36% plan to move their business by summer 2022.
When asked why the… read more
Traffic at Munich Airport increased significantly in summer months
Passenger numbers at the airport have been rising steadily for months Promise of strong growth as US opens its borders to foreign visitors Jost Lammers: We are bringing momentum back to Munich as a premium hub
Traffic at Munich Airport has risen steadily since the beginning of the summer months. While only 570,000 passengers were registere… read more
US welcomes South Africans
The Biden Administration has taken the decision to allow vaccinated travellers into the US from early November, including traffic originating in South Africa. These passengers will require only proof of vaccination, a negative COVID-19 test result prior to travel and, of course, the correct visa.
Pakistan’s PIA to restart commercial flights to Kabul
Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) will resume flights from Islamabad to Kabul next week, a spokesman told AFP Saturday, becoming the first foreign commercial service since the Taliban seized power last month.
Kabul airport was severely damaged during a chaotic evacuation of over 120,000 people that ended with the withdrawal of US force… read more
Qatar Airways to enter Kazakhstan market
The Aviation Administration of Kazakhstan has confirmed that Qatar Airways plans to begin flying to the country in October. According to the government body, the carrier will launch a Doha (… read more
British Airways has launched BA Better World, its new sustainability programme
British Airways has launched BA Better World, its new sustainability programme. The airline said this marked a further commitment to put sustainability at the heart of its business, from reducing emissions and waste and positively contributing to the communities it serves, to creating a great place for people to work in order to bu… read more
WTTC responds to the latest recommendations from the EU
Julia Simpson, WTTC President & CEO said: “Protecting public health must remain the priority and WTTC strongly supports safety protocols to stop the spread of COVID-19. However, the EU’s recommendation to reimpose restrictions on U.S. travellers is a step backwards and will only slow down the recovery of the sector.
“With high v… read more
5 countries that offer long-stay visas for South Africans and how to apply
Working from home has become a norm for most people to stay safe during the pandemic. It has also afforded some the opportunity to work in some beautiful destinations.
Sue Garrett, the general manager
of supply, pricing and marketing at the Flight Centre Travel Group, said
that South Africans have plenty of travel options.
… read more
IATA backs European Digital Covid Certificate as global standard
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) commended the European Commission for its leadership and speed in delivering the EU Digital COVID Certificate (DCC) and urged states to make it their global standard for digital vaccine certificates.
“The DCC was delivered in record time to help facilitate the reopening of EU… read more
Enhancing travel businesses after COVID-19
Due to mobility restrictions implemented to reduce Covid-19 infections, people around the world stopped traveling during 2020. As the vaccination process progresses, more countries are opening their borders for non-essential travel, and tourism recovery looks closer every day.
Business crises happen all the time and are an excellent opport… read more
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