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Eurowings Discover targets 2022 ramp-up
Lufthansa’s new low-cost brand is hoping to ramp up services with a double-digit fleet by summer 2022, Routes Reconnected has been told.
The new carrier will also be looking at oppo… read more
What the closure of Rhino Sanctuary means for locals
The closure of the country's sole Rhino sanctuary in Nakasongola District will have a devastating effect on the tourism industry as well as affect several projects that have been benefiting Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, including loss of jobs for many residents, local authorities have warned.
Since its establishment in 2006, the Rhin… read more
WTTC’s Annual Global Summit to be the world's first face-to-face post-pandemic global travel event
Hundreds of the world’s foremost business leaders, Government Ministers and key decision-makers in the global Travel & Tourism sector will meet face-to-face this weekend for the World Travel & Tourism Council’s Annual Global Summit 2021.
Under the theme “Uniting the World for Recovery” the Global Summit will make history by becomin… read more
Global tourism will only recover if countries work together
Dr Rifai was the keynote speaker at this week’s eThekwini Municipality’s Tourism Business Retention and Expansion (BR& E) webinar hosted by Tourism Investment Africa (TIA).
"Countries will have to work together if tourism is to recover – one country cannot ins… read more
Gulf Air, Saudia deepen partnership through codeshare
Gulf Air and Saudia have signed a codeshare agreement as part of plans to deepen their commercial relationship.
The two carriers said the deal would offer “wider choices of domestic destinations in Saudi Arabia and other international destinations across each airline’s network.”
Bahra… read more
Tourism Industry excited about President Samia's pledge on the sector
Tanzanian tourism stakeholders are now seeking audience with the government to deliberate current challenges and find solutions to unlock the potentials of the sector. Tourism was Tanzania's leading foreign exchange earner until recently when it was hard hit by Covid-19 which disrupted economic activities around the world. Earnings from t… read more
Ethiopian becomes the first African airline to trial IATA Travel Pass
Ethiopian Airlines Group has become the first African airline to conduct a trial of the IATA Travel Pass, a digital travel mobile app to enhance efficiency in testing or vaccine verifications.
As travel restarts, travellers need accurate COVID-19-related information like testing and vaccine requirements which vary among count… read more
Nigerian Startup Green Africa Receives First ATR Turboprop
Nigerian budget airline start-up Green Africa has taken delivery of its very first ATR 72-600. The aircraft touched down at Murtala Mohammed International in the Nigerian commercial hub city of Lagos on April 23rd. Not only is this aircraft the first ATR for Green Africa, but it is also the very first aircraft in general for the bu… read more
Cunard announces 2022 Event Voyages aboard Queen Mary 2 and Queen Elizabeth
Cunard Line has announced its 2022 line-up of Event Voyages aboard its flagship Queen Mary 2 ocean liner and Queen Elizabeth cruise ship. Guests will enjoy an opportunity to meet and mingle with renowned authors, West End theatre stars, wax nostalgic with one the world’s top Beatles tribute bands, and learn insider views and l… read more
Airlink with app for traveller convenience
Airlink, the independent regional Southern African airline, today launched its new FlyAirlink app, giving travellers a convenient platform to plan, book and manage their flights on their smartphones. The app is compatible with IOS and Android devices and can be downloaded from the Apple App Store and Google Play Store.
“This … read more
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