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Travellers are keen to board flights once again after they have been vaccinated but are frustrated with current travel restrictions including quarantines, a survey by the biggest airline industry body showed. Some 81 per cent of respondents believe they will be more likely to travel once they take the jab, but there are headwinds to this growing… read more
The African aviation market has seen plenty of change in the past years. As South African Airways’ situation has worsened, that of Ethiopian Airlines and Kenya Airways has improved. The two have battled to become the leading hub in East Africa. Ethiopian Airlines has moved ahead now, but this was not always the case. This article looks at this b… read more
The flag carrier of Israel, El Al, is set to return to … read more
In a recent stock market report published on March 5, the company reports that "certain agreements - in progress - cause significant difficulties for the company, which poses a threat to the future viability of the company." Thus, it gave discharge to the directors in charge of the restructuring, to take “measures necessary to cancel and … read more
American Express launched the American Express Travel: Global Travel Trends Report, which provides a unique glimpse into consumer sentiment toward travel nearly one year after the COVID-19 pandemic began. Whether you’re dreaming of traveling again, or back on the road, one thing is clear: there’s a pent-up demand for travel and a c… read more
An innovative format for challenging times: a total of 3,513 exhibitors from 120 countries have decided to take part in the digital edition of ITB Berlin NOW from 9 to 12 March 2021. Tourism organisations and associations, travel technology providers, tour operators, the hotel industry and destination management companies (DMCs) are strongly rep… read more
Alamo Rent A Car just completed a major redesign of its website that includes several new features to make the rental process more convenient for travelers. This, combined with the Complete Clean Pledge enhanced by a new collaboration with Clorox®, can help pent-up travelers get back on the road when they are ready to satisfy their… read more
Fastjet will also increase their frequency between Harare and
Victoria Falls to four times a week. Commencing 1st April they will
increase the frequency to daily flights along this route.
‘On-going flights to Harare and Bulawayo have been great, but seeing
that the falls is Zimbabwe’s number one tourist destination – … read more
With 9 airports under its authority, the South African public company, Airports Company South Africa, is the manager of the main hubs in the country.
The company has just expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of a new airport.
Pretoria Wonderboom Airport is part of the portfolio of platforms managed by the South Afr… read more
Travel Restrictions
- 88% believe that when opening borders, the right balance must be struck between managing COVID-19 risks and getting the economy going again
- 85% believe that governments should set COVID-19 targets (such as testing capacity or vaccine distribution) to re-open borders
- 84% believe that C
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Travellers more likely to fly once vaccinated but quarantines are still a deterrent, survey shows
The African Battleground: Ethiopian Airlines vs Kenya Airways vs SAA
El Al is set to resume flights between Israel South Africa
South Africa: Comair to cancel 737MAX 8 order
Amex Travel launches Global Travel Trends Report one year after pandemic
Restarting the industry and ideas for recovering post-crisis are key topics at ITB Berlin NOW
Alamo Rent A Car unveils major website redesign to help travelers
Fastjet to resume JNB – Vic Falls route on 16th of March
Airports Company South Africa obtains management of Wonderboom Airport in Pretoria
IATA: Travellers are gaining confidence
