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Economic operators Wednesday stressed in an internet forum that the tourist potential of southern Angola could attract thousands of international tourists into the country, a fact that will boost the tourist industry and the diversification of the economy.
With the support of a virtual "zoom" platform, an initiative of the Portal Hotéis de… read more
Brussels Airlines is getting ready to welcome passengers and staff again as from 15 June. Next to retraining its cockpit and cabin crew to be ready to start flying again, the airline has reviewed its services and processes and has taken the necessary measures to protect the health of its customers and staff throughout their travel journey… read more
Somalia is set to open the domestic flights after a suspension caused by COVID19.
The federal government of Somalia said that domestic flights will resume later this week with tough rules given by the health ministry. Minister of Transport and Civil aviation of the federal government of Somalia Mohamed Abdillahi Salat Omar sa… read more
As the nation enters Level 3 Lockdown and restrictions start easing for various sectors, The Blue Train has started preparing for operation in the era of COVID-19. In March 2020, the luxury train announced a suspension of its services in accordance with the South African government’s national lockdown. This suspension was extended to 30th June 2… read more
The airlines in the Lufthansa Group are significantly expanding their services in the coming weeks and months. This applies to both short-haul and long-haul flights. The focus in expanding flight schedules is to again offer as many destinations as possible.
In September, for example, 90 percent of all originally planned short- and m… read more
Flight bans and country-wide lockdowns due to COVID-19 have grounded most travel activities around the world – including travel reporting. However, a new survey of global travel journalists reveals a positive outlook for travel recovery and a return to travel journalism.
The poll of 300 travel journalists worldwide conducted by FINN Partne… read more
The global coronavirus outbreak has rapidly changed the airfreight business. Import volumes at Frankfurt Airport (FRA) have risen sharply, while exports have stagnated. Transfer cargo has almost been eliminated. There has also been a noticeable shift in the shape and type of shipments towards small, loose packages. In tandem with its part… read more
Only days after announcing the closure of the Norfolk Hotel and the Mara Safari Club and sacking all their staff did the company’s Nairobi based General Manager, one Mehdi Morad apparently do a U-Turn, announcing the reversal of his incomprehensible decision. The news a few days ago was met with sharp criticism of Accor Hotels, the ow… read more
The Minister of Environment, Natural Resources, Conservation and Tourism Ms Philda Kereng says her ministry is in the process of reviving the tourism sector. Speaking during the COVID-19 media updates on June 2, she said they had to think outside the box to ensure that they mitigate the negative effects brought about by COVID-19 pandemic.… read more
Hospitality group, African Sun, says it lost significant business after more than 31 000 room nights were cancelled following closure of its hotels due to the Covid-19 pandemic.
The pandemic, first detected in Wuhan, China last December, has caused severe harm to businesses across the globe with the travel and tourism industry being… read more
Operators see Tourism Potential in Southern Angola
Brussels Airlines with set of sanitary measures
Somalia to Resume domestic flights
The Blue Train Prepares to restart
Lufthansa Group airlines widens schedule until September
Cargo via Frankfurt Airport
Fairmont Kenya does U-Turn on hotel closure decision
Botswana: Ministry to Revive Tourism Sector
Cancellations Hit African Sun
