El Al is set to resume flights between Israel South Africa
The flag carrier of Israel, El Al, is set to return to … read more
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South Africa: Comair to cancel 737MAX 8 order
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
Amex Travel launches Global Travel Trends Report one year after pandemic
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
Restarting the industry and ideas for recovering post-crisis are key topics at ITB Berlin NOW
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 unveils major website redesign to help travelers
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 to resume JNB – Vic Falls route on 16th of March
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
Airports Company South Africa obtains management of Wonderboom Airport in Pretoria
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
IATA: Travellers are gaining confidence
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
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Suspension Of International Flights At Kano Airport Affecting Our Revenue, But,…-…
Senator Hadi Sirika, Minister of Aviation has once again reiterated the desire of the ministry to reopen the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano, for international flight operations, insisting that the continued suspension of international flights to and from the airport was denying the Ministry and its agencies a lot of revenue… read more
Mauritius Halts Inbound Flights
UPDATE: Just in: Mauritius announces full lockdown until 25th of March.
Mauritius has stopped inbound commercial flights, effective midnight Saturday until further notice, after six local Covid-19 cases were detected over two days, Health Minister Kailesh Jagutpal said. The objective of the move is to free up space for people… read more
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