The highly anticipated annual Africa Showcase roadshow is set to
return this September, offering an exceptional opportunity for travel
industry professionals to connect with an extensive array of leading
African suppliers. With an impressive lineup of African experiences and
properties, the event promises a dynamic blend of networking,
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UK travel site Titan Travel recently conducted a study to find out which natural wonders are guaranteed to take your breath away, and which are severely overrated. To set up the two rankings, the company gathered data from Instagram, TikT… read more
Air Belgium today announces its new flight programme from Belgium to South Africa and Mauritius for the next summer season 2024. Between March and October, the Belgian airline will operate:
2 weekly frequencies (Wednesday and Sunday) between Brussels and Johannesburg/Cape Town from 31/03 to 23/10/2024* 2 weekly frequencies (T… read more
On December 7, 2022, Madagascar Airlines, the new Malagasy national airline resulting from the merger of Air Madagascar and its domestic subsidiary, signed a contract with US lessor Azorra for the lease of three Embraer E190 E2s. Delivery of the first aircraft will take longer than expected.
Madagascar derives a large financial windfall from the tourism sector, which accounts for around 13% of its GDP. To keep this sector afloat, the country is focusing on modernizing the airport infrastructures that serve the main tourist areas.
Antananarivo International Airport, Madagascar's largest hub, has signed up to the Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) programme, and aims to continue its efforts to decarbonise its own consumption and contribute to the island country's energy transition.
Air Belgium officially announces its new interline agreement with the national airline Air Mauritius, enabling three new destinations in the Indian Ocean: Madagascar (TNR), Rodrigues (RRG) and Reunion Island (RUN).
This partnership allows the Belgian airline to continue its developments in the Indian Ocean and to offer… read more
In November 2021, IATA suspended Air Madagascar from the BSP, a measure it usually uses when there is a risk that an airline will go bankrupt or cease operations. To regain the confidence of its stakeholders and boost load factors, its successor, Madagascar Airlines, is actively preparing its reinstatement.
Seabourn will offer its first voyage circumnavigating Africa.
The 90-day Grand Africa Voyage will sail clockwise around the continent from Barcelona, departing Nov. 30, 2024. The 458-passenger Seabourn Sojourn will visit 44 ports in 26 countries, including Alexandria, Egypt; and Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, Israel.
Carnival Corporation’s ultra-luxury brand Seabourn has announced a 90-day Grand Voyage circumnavigation of Africa for 2024, with Seabourn Sojourn departing Barcelona, Spain on November 30th next year.
The 17,000 mile grand voyage, featuring 26 countries and six overnight stays, is the latest move by cruise line’s to capitalise on Africa’s … read more
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