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Kenya Tourism Board hosts global Media ahead of 2024 Magical Kenya Tourism Expo
The Kenya Tourism Board (KTB) is pulling out all the stops to showcase Kenya’s unique tourism offerings to global media ahead of the 2024 Magical … read more
Air France chooses Starlink to launch ultra-high-speed Wi-Fi on-board all its aircraft
From 2025, Air France will progressively roll out an ultra-high-speed connectivity service for a “ground-like” experience. This new service, completely free of charge in all travel cabins, will be accessible to customers by logging into their Flying Blue account.
Over time, this Wi-Fi service will be made available on-board all the … read more
Minister Radegonde’s very inspiring statement for World Tourism Day 2024
Today, as celebrate International Tourism Day, we are united under the theme “Bridging Cultures, Building Futures,” in alignment with the UN’s emphasis on “Tourism and Peace.” These themes resonate deeply with our mission in Seychelles, highlighting the profound influence tourism can have on our world.
Tourism is more than… read more
3rd TBCSA Tourism Leadership Conference charts new frontiers for tourism growth
The 2024 Tourism Business Council of South Africa Leadership Conference has concluded at Sun City, in the North West Province. In its third year, the Leadership Conference brought together stakeholders from the public and private sectors, as well as dignitaries, guests, and delegates who contribute to the local and global tourism industr… read more
Collaborate, innovate and empower: Experts outline Africa’s Tourism path to growth
Tourism Industry experts are calling on African leaders to see tourism as a great revenue earner for the economic growth of the continent if fully harnessed. Speaking at the 20th Akwaaba African Travel Market 2024 in Lagos, the experts lamented factors hindering tourism growth in the continent to include visa policy issues, … read more
Cape Town and Lagos among Africa’s ultra-rich hotspots
Cairo, Cape Town and Lagos are some of the world’s ultra-rich hotspots cities to watch, according to the Centi-Millionaire Report from Henley & Partners. With Africa’s economic growth set to accelerate, eight cities on the continent are each now home to over 10 centi-millionaires – individuals with net assets exceeding $100 mil… read more
Danger Ahead for Travel Agencies in Sub Sahara Africa
In the dynamic landscape of global travel, the shift towards digital platforms has transformed the way air tickets are sold in regions like Europe and the US. Traditional travel agencies have largely moved away from being the primary channel for air ticket sales, as customers increasingly turn to online platforms and direct airline bookings.… read more
2024 World TourismDay: Ekiti Monarch inaugurates steering committee
In line with Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji’s tourism policy of driving tourism through community participation, the Apeju of Ilupeju Ekiti, Oba David Sunday Awe Akingbade, has inaugurated the 2024 World Tourism Day Celebration Steering Committee.
The committee, chaired by the Obanla of Ilupeju Ekiti has been tasked with r… read more
Vibrant celebrations as 20th Akwaaba African Travel Market opens in Lagos
The opening of the 20th Akwaaba African Travel Market 2024 on Sunday September 22nd, unfolded in an atmosphere of celebration and colour at the prestigious Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.
With over 60 exhibitors from various African nations, the venue was filled to capacity, draped in vibrant decorations that p… read more
Business Travel can’t be decarbonized overnight.....
Business travel spending is roaring back post-pandemic and with it travel-related pollution, even as global leaders in business and politics seek out new ways to cut back on greenhouse gas emissions.
Executives charged with sustainability initiatives at American Express Global Business Travel, citizenM Hotels, and KLM Royal… read more
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