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Air Peace starts twice weekly nonstop flight to TLV
Air Peace has made history as the first Nigerian airline to fly direct, nonstop to Israel, marking a significant milestone in the bilateral relations between Nigeria and Israel. The airline launched scheduled operations into Tel Aviv on April 20, 2023, from Lagos and Abuja.
At the inaugural flight ceremony held at the … read more
Ethiopian Airlines to sign agreement with tourism Seychelles
Ethiopian Airlines is anticipating a second daily flight to Seychelles with the aim to boost the visibility of the island nation as a destination, Tourism Seychelles - the marketing arm of the Department of Tourism - said on Tuesday.
The new local head of the airlines, Kassahun Terefa, met with Seychelles' principal secretary for to… read more
The hospitality industry has undergone a significant transformation
Technology has been a source of both wonder and confusion in the hospitality industry. From guest-facing widgets to back-office automation, countless solutions have been developed to save time, increase efficiency, and enhance personalization. However, while these solutions often fall short of their promises, they have still led to improvements … read more
Travelers’ interest in sustainable tourism increases
The COVID-19 pandemic led to a decrease in carbon emissions, resulting in positive environmental impacts such as reduced air pollution, improved air and water quality, and ecological restoration. However, with travel restrictions easing and travelers returning to the road and skies, it is essential to balance the return of travel with the import… read more
Tourism sector encouraged to Go Green
Enterprises in the tourism sector have been urged to make use of the Green Tourism Incentive Programme (GTIP), which is aimed at promoting the sustainable management and use of electricity and water resources.
This comes as the country battles load shedding, and alternative means are being made to ensure business continuity.
T… read more
Wines of South Africa, an Optimistic look into West Africa and Market Growth in Ghana and Nigeria
Recently, South African wines have gained popularity in international markets, including Ghana where South African wine exports have been increasing. South Africa is a leading exporter of wine, renowned for producing high-quality wines at reasonable prices. As Ghana's economy continues to grow, there is an increasing demand for imported wines, a… read more
Cabo Verde Airlines to return to France in July
France has always been a privileged destination for Cabo Verde Airlines, especially as it represents an important source market for Cape Verdean tourism. Since the resumption of operations in December 2021, the national flagship has made the revival of this destination a priority.
In Madagascar, the airport operator 'pays' the airlines to open new flights
In the context of a rebound in air traffic, after the COVID 19 pandemic, and in order to improve the connectivity of the international airports of Antananarivo and Nosy be, Ravinala Airports, the manager of the two hubs, has launched a "new routes" incentive programme, rewarding airlines that will open new services
Airlink to connect Kruger National Park with Victoria Falls
South African regional carrier Airlink is set to launch a direct service between Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) in Mbombela (Nelspruit) and Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) in … read more
Water levels in the Fish River Canyon lower than expected
The Namibian Ministry of Environment, Forestry and Tourism (MEFT) has recenetly conducted an assessment of the Fish River Canyon. According to the findings of the assessment, the water levels in the canyon are currently lower than e… read more
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