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UAE carrier Emirates has extended its flight suspension to South Africa. The airline had been intending to resume such services tomorrow (January 28th). However, for the time being, the flight suspension has been extended until February 4th.
Around the world, airlines are constantly changing their flying plans in response to the COVID-19 p… read more
Lufthansa and SWISS are partnering with Airlink, to offer customers access to over 25
domestic destinations in South Africa, including Bloemfontein, George, Upington,
Skukuza, Nelspruit, Hoedspruit and Port Elizabeth - as well as over 20 regional
destinations in Southern Africa, such as Gaborone, Kasane, Vilanculos, Maun,… read more
Mauritius launched its Covid-19 vaccination programme, giving priority to frontline workers including health care professionals, employees within the tourism industry, senior citizens and those with underlying medical conditions.
Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority (MTPA) said in a statement that 50 000 frontliners were being cons… read more
Africa Travel Week (ATW) has unveiled an audacious plan for its 2021 suite of shows, which includes several value-add opportunities, in addition to WTM Africa, which will run as a 100% virtual exhibition from 07-09 April 2021.
“The plan for WTM Africa has always been about offering value beyond the show floor. This year, we’r… read more
As Americans wait to get vaccinated, a majority have stressed serious concerns about the security of their personal data related to the COVID-19 vaccination process, as well as access to travel destinations, public businesses and even their own place of employment. This is according to the 2021 Vaccines and Privacy Study of 1,000 American… read more
Holland America Line’s Grand Voyages are made for dreamers, adventurers and explorers seeking to discover new cultures and illuminating experiences. The quest for destination immersion continues with Holland America Line’s 2022 Grand Africa Voyage, 2023 Grand World Voyage and 2023 Grand South America & Antarctica Voyage, which … read more
Hotelbeds has published its second Corporate Responsibility report, highlighting all the ways it adapted its CSR approach in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to provide support to the global travel industry and to communities most impacted by the unprecedented situation.
Prepared in accordance with the Global Reporting Initiative (… read more
Emirates will increase its weekly flights to Zimbabwe and Zambia from February. The airline, which has recorded a gradual increase in travel on the Dubai-Harare-Lusaka route, said frequency would be increased from three flights a week to four.
The fourth flight will operate on Wednesdays, using a Boeing 77… read more
Qatar Airways is looking to become the first carrier in the Middle East to trial the IATA Travel Pass. The digital passport is increasingly becoming a hot topic across the globe as airlines seek to find a way to open up travel. The flag carrier of Qatar is planning to start using the app in March 2021.
Qatar Airways ha… read more
“While the on-going crisis has brought its challenges, it has also presented a great opportunity for us to embark on the next phase in our organisational journey," said Phil Mathews, CEO. Significant highlights include its expansion in African including its newest offices in Addis Ababa.
It also saw the acquisition of Dubai-based aviation… read more
Emirates extends South Africa flight suspension
Lufthansa & SWISS are partnering with Airlink
Mauritius one step closer to fully reopening destination
WTM Africa will be a fully virtual exhibition
The unvaccinated fear restrictions for travel and public access
Holland America Line’s bucket list
Hotelbeds reaffirms commitment to overcoming environmental and social challenges with launch of 2020
QR wants to launch IATA's travel pass before EK and EY
ACC Aviation consolidates expertise in one brand
