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Ahead of the G20 summit of the world’s largest economies, which includes a dedicated tourism segment, the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the International Air Transport Association (IATA), as the two parties work together to restart global tourism. Highlighting UNWTO’s unique status as a bridge b… read more
President Muhammadu Buhari has been commended for signing the instruments of ratification of the Bilateral Air Service Agreement (BASA) arrangements with United States, Morocco, India and Rwanda.
Chief Allen Onyema, the Chairman of Air Peace in an interview with aviation journalist, described the signing of the agreements as … read more
The Nigerian Minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, on Tuesday, commended Gov. Willie Obiano of Anambra for embarking on the construction of a cargo airport in the state. A statement issued by Mr James Odaudu, the Director of Public Affairs in the ministry, quoted Sirika as saying this when he received Obiano in his office in Abuja.… read more
The President of the Republic of Senegal Macky Sall has announced that Government will extend tax reliefs for the tourism sector till 2021. The Government as part of mitigating measures to assuage the plight of the badly hit tourism sector in the wake of the pandemic granted tax reliefs such as waiving off corporation… read more
Government has unveiled a tourism development plan for the giant Tugwi-Mukosi Dam in move expected to pave way for exploitation of tourism opportunities around the county's largest inland water body. The plan comes as work on the dam's master plan has kicked off following the roping in of universities to help in its crafting, as President… read more
Delta Air Lines during the weekend of 04OCT20’s schedule update filed additional changes to its long-haul service for Northern winter 2020/21 season. Latest adjustment as of 04OCT20 includes the following.
Atlanta – Frankfurt Reduce from 7 to 5 weekly, A330-300 operating (Previous plan: 4 weekly)
Atla… read more
Qatar Airways last week gradually filed planned service adjustment for Northern winter 2020/21 season, from 25OCT20 to 27MAR21. Latest adjustment as of 05OCT20 includes the following.
Various travel restrictions continue to impact the airline’s operation, including passenger traffic rights and limited capacity on certain direct… read more
Swiss International Air Lines in Northern winter 2020/21 season is adjusting operational aircraft for South Africa, where the airline schedules Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, instead of A340-300. From 25OCT20 to 27MAR21, this route is served 3 times weekly, instead of daily.
LX288 ZRH2150 – 0930+1JNB 77W 135
LX289 JNB2030 – 0610+1ZRH 77W 246
Emirates has launched a new agent gateway for booking and ticketing using IATA’s New Distribution Capability (NDC) standards. The airline says it will give its partners the ability “to enhance travellers’ journeys with customised products and services”.
Emirates Gateway offers agencies three different methods of accessing the airlin… read more
The Moroccan National Tourist Office (MNTO) has confirmed that the national border regulations have been relaxed to international visitors, including passengers from the UK. As of now, travellers who do not require a visa can enter the country on presenting a negative Covid-19 PCR test where the results are dated no more tha… read more
UNWTO and IATA sign agreement to restore confidence in international aviation
Air Peace Chairman Commends Buhari Over BASA Arrangements With US, India, Others
Sirika commends Anambra Airport construction
Senegal extends tax relief for Tourism sector
Tugwi-Mukosi Tourism Plan Out
Delta NW20 Long-Haul network operations also modified
Qatar Airways NW20 operations modified
Swiss International Air Lines NW20 JNB aircraft changes
Emirates launches NDC access for agencies
Morocco reopens for international travellers
