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The Turkish cruise company Ay Cruise is planning to launch new cruise itineraries from Istanbul in Turkey to Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, so that passengers can undertake the Umrah pilgrimage by ship.
The new Istanbul-Jeddah cruise itineraries will be launched in 2023, providing greater access to Istanbul for cruise passengers in the Muslim Wor… read more
As Ghana’s tourism lingo switches from “historical enslaved-heritage” to include such experience parlance as “snorkeling, hot air ballooning & paragliding”, alongside the major ‘Year of Return’ campaign that stimulated the capital Accra into becoming West Africa’s new travel salon, the country is expected to unite with the rest of the contin… read more
Blogs are still a popular content marketing trend in 2022 and with their increasingly visual and entertaining content, it’s hardly surprising. As restrictions ease, many of us are starting to look forward to travel possibilities and adventures again in the near future. This article suggests why you should read travel blogs, considers the differe… read more
The International Union of Railways (UIC) has chosen the Kingdom of Morocco to host the UIC World Congress on High-Speed Rail in 2023, reflecting its position in the high-speed rail domain in Africa and the Middle East.
The 11th edition of the Congress, to be held from 7 to 10 March 2023 at the Palais des Congrès in Marrakesh, Moroc… read more
As part of its ongoing 50th Birthday celebration, Carnival Cruise Line is introducing The Golden Jubilee, which will celebrate the 50-year history of America’s cruise line, on its newest ship Carnival Celebration, debuting this November. The new bar and lounge will be part of the ship’s final, to-be-announced zone, and will highlight Carn… read more
Azamara has announced that its fourth ship, Azamara Onward, will be ready for her maiden voyage with the line in May, departing from Monte Carlo. The maiden voyage to Venice will mark Azamara Onward’s debut with the luxury cruise line, after she was purchased from Princess Cruises in 2021.
Azamara Onward has been thoroughly re… read more
It was with smiles all round in Antananarivo, Madagascar this week as one of Madarrail's new Mexico-built locomotives started up for the first time.
"Loco 1902 fires up for the first time," African Railway Systems chief operating officer Dylan Knott wrote on Facebook. "A proud moment for all."
The locomotive, built by African … read more
A few days ago, flooding caused significant damage to the KwaZulu-Natal province, including the rail network leading to Johannesburg's OR Tambo International Airport, effectively disrupting its fuel supply.
"The supply of jet fuel to airlines operating flights to and from OR Tambo International Airport is stable and continues to meet airli… read more
Taking place at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) in collaboration with Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), the 29th edition of ATM will form part of the UAE’s annual Arabian Travel Week.
In keeping with this year’s theme of ‘The future of international travel and tourism’, ATM 2022 will feature a huge selection of ses… read more
The German National Tourist Board (GNTB), the EVVC European Association of Event Centres and the GCB German Convention Bureau present the results of the new "Meeting- & EventBarometer 2021/2022". The key figures for the meetings, congresses and event market in Germany in 2021 confirm that hybrid and virtual formats as well as sustainable eve… read more
Turkish cruise company plans to launch Umrah pilgrimage itineraries
Africa prepares for a continental meet up at Travel Indaba
Morocco chosen to host the next UIC world congress on high-speed rail
Carnival Cruise Line reveals new Carnival Celebration venue highlighting 50 years of fun
Azamara Onward ready in May with new dining and entertainment options
Big moment for Madarail as new loco starts for the first time
No cerosine shortage at JNB
Arabian Travel Market to shine spotlight on the future of international travel and tourism
