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Saudia with new China, Nigeria, South Africa and UK Routes
Saudia is planning to further expand its network in Asia, Europe and Africa later in 2023, backed by a Saudi Arabian government scheme designed to draw in more tourists.
With the support of the Saudi Air Connectivity Program (ACP), the airline said it intends to start four new routes… read more
How to use mobile technology to win back business travel
Business travel has recovered significantly as pandemic fears wane and employees return to the office. According to a recent survey by the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA)… read more
Egyptair to fly into Bangladesh this coming May
On 18 August 2021, EgyptAir signed a memorandum of understanding with ALO Dhaka Aviation, making the Bangladeshi company its commercial representative (GSA) in Bangladesh. Since then, the Egyptian flag carrier has been working on obtaining regulatory approvals to enter this high potential Asian market.
Namibia: MR118 (Rosh Pinah to Oranjemund) has been reopened
The Namibian Roads Authority (RA), whose core business is to construct and maintain Namibia's road sector, has informed the public that the MR118 (… read more
Iziko Museums of South Africa: Free entry to selected museums on Human Rights Day
Iziko Museums of South Africa has announced that it will be offering free entry to selected museums in Cape Town on Human Rights Day (21 March 2023). This inc… read more
Waldorf Astoria to Debut in Seychelles
South Africa to feature on longest ever World Cruise for Regent Seven Seas
Regent Seven Seas Cruises has announced a World Cruise aboard Seven Seas Mariner for 2026 that will break all previous records in terms of cruise duration.
The 154-night voyage will visit 41 countries on 6 continents, with 431 free shore excursions offered for the full itinerary, including a tour to the UNESCO World He… read more
Karachi back to Ethiopian’s Network after almost two decades
Ethiopian Airlines is restoring flights to Karachi, Pakistan, this May after an absence of almost 20 years.
The Star Alliance member will begin service from its hub at Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD) to Karachi’s Jinnah International Airport (KHI) on May 1, flying four t… read more
Comeback for ITB Berlin: International travel industry focuses on strong participation and personal
With the exhibition grounds almost fully booked and high demand from the Middle East, the cruise industry and travel technology se
UNWTO at ITB Berlin: Setting Priorities for Tourism
ITB Berlin is the world's biggest tourism and travel trade fair. This week's event was the first in-person ITB for four years and comes as the sector's recovery is well underway. According to UNWTO, international tourism could reach 80 to 95% of pre-pandemic numbers by the end of the year, with 70 million international arrivals r… read more
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