Travel news Mauritius

• Flights
• 10/06/2025 22:42

Air Mauritius Seeks Indian Investment for Turnaround Strategy

Air Mauritius is navigating a significant financial crisis, marked by substantial losses and governance challenges. The airline is actively seeking strategic investment from Indian companies, coupled with increased flight connections to Port Louis, as part of a comprehensive turnaround plan. This initiativ… read more

• Cruise
• 08/06/2025 20:46

Cape Town Steams Ahead: Record Cruise Season Boosts African Travel Trade

The 2025/26 cruise season promises to be a game-changer for Cape Town, with a record 22 ships making 89 calls. This surge in maritime activity positions the city as a premier cruise hub, opening up exciting opportunities for African travel agents to tap into a burgeo… read more

• Flights
• 30/05/2025 08:00

Viljoen Returns to Air Mauritius: Can He Reignite the African Aviation Hub?

Veteran aviation executive Andre Viljoen is set to return as CEO of Air Mauritius on October 15, 2025. This marks a significant moment for the airline, which is currently navigating a turbulent period. Viljoen’s previous tenure at Air Mauritius, from 2009 to 2015, saw him successfully steer the company back to profitability with… read more

• Cruise
• 27/05/2025 21:51

South Africa Cruises: Local Comfort, Global Reach

The South African cruise market is booming, evolving into a dynamic hub for both embarkation and destination cruises. This shift presents exciting opportunities for travel agents to cater to the evolving demands of South African travelers.

Cape Town and Durban are experiencing a surge in cruise s… read more

• Destinations
• 23/05/2025 07:57

Emirates Boosts Mauritius Tourism with Expanded Partnership and $900M Investment

Emirates Airlines has reaffirmed its commitment to Mauritius, announcing a major expansion of its 23-year strategic partnership and a substantial \$900 million investment in the island nation's tourism sector. This move underscores the airline's confidence in Mauritius as a prime travel destin… read more

• Flights
• 20/05/2025 19:32

SAA Expansion

South African Airways (SAA) has unveiled ambitious plans to expand its route network, creating exciting new opportunities for travel agents across Africa. The announcement, made by SAA’s Interim Chief Commercial Officer, Tebogo Tsimane, at Africa’s Travel Indaba in Durban, signals a strategic move to soli… read more

• Cruise
• 20/05/2025 19:27

Oceania Cruises’ Festive Season Voyage from Cape Town

Oceania Cruises is set to launch a unique Indian Ocean itinerary departing from Cape Town this festive season, offering a lucrative opportunity for African travel agents. The 24-day "Indian Ocean Opus" voyage aboard the luxurious Oceania Sirena… read more

• Cruise
• 18/05/2025 20:14

Cape Town Cruise Sector Set for Record Season, Boosting Regional Tourism

The 2025/26 cruise season promises unprecedented activity for Cape Town, solidifying its position as a leading cruise hub in Africa. With over 50 confirmed itineraries, the Mother City is preparing for a diverse array of vessels, from luxury liners to expedition ships, further enhancing its appeal to international cru… read more

• Flights
• 09/05/2025 07:27

Fastjet & APG Team Up: Zambia-Zimbabwe Corridor Takes Off

Fastjet Zimbabwe’s latest move is set to reshape the Southern African travel landscape, creating exciting new avenues for travel agents across the continent. The airline has partnered with Air Promotion Group (APG) Zambia, appointing them as their official General Sales Agent (GSA) in Zambia. This strate… read more

• Flights
• 06/05/2025 20:16

AirAsia X Restructures Africa Strategy, Focus Shifting to New Destinations

AirAsia X’s decision to suspend its Kuala Lumpur-Nairobi service effective September 1, 2025, marks a shift in the airline’s Africa strategy. This move, driven by lower-than-anticipated demand, follows a similar retreat from the Mauritius route in 2017. While this news may raise concerns within the Afr… read more