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IATA Reports $1.7 Billion in Blocked Airline Funds: A Global Challenge
As of October 2024, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) has revealed that a staggering $1.7 billion in airline funds remains inaccessible due to government restrictions across various countries worldwide. While this figure indicates a slight improvement from the $1.8… read more
Brussels Airlines Expands Summer 2025 Network with More Flights to Africa
Brussels Airlines is set to elevate its summer 2025 network by increasing flights to Banjul, The Gambia, starting in June 2025. This expansion forms part of a 10% capacity boost to sub-Saharan Africa, reinforcing the airline’s position as a vital link between Europe and the region.
With 56 weekly f… read more
Seychelles Ocean Festival 2024 Kicks Off with a Splash of Conservation and Community Spirit
The eagerly awaited Seychelles Ocean Festival (SOF) officially commenced for 2024 on the evening of November 27 at the National Museum of Seychelles. Previously known as SUBIOS (Sub Indian Ocean Seychelles), this festival has evolved into a significant event in Seychelles’ annual calendar, encompassing various sectors such as sailing, … read more
Crystals Beach Resort Belle Mare: A New Gem on Mauritius’ East Coast
The Radisson Hotel Group is excited to announce the grand opening of Crystals Beach Resort Belle Mare, a distinguished member of Radisson Individuals. This stunning resort is situated along the breathtaking east coast of Mauritius, nestled on one of the island's most immaculat… read more
Norwegian Cruise Line cancels 2025/26 Cape Town season among other itineraries
Norwegian Cruise Line has cancelled all 11 of the Cape Town cruise departures it had planned aboard Norwegian Dawn for the 2025/26 cruise season. The cancellation of Norwegian Cruise Line’s Cape Town programme comes along with the cancellation of 27 further cruise itineraries aboard Norwegian Jewel and Norwegian Star in the Caribbe… read more
MSC Musica arrives in Durban, signalling start to 2024/25 cruise season
MSC Musica has arrived in Durban, signalling the start of the 2024/2025 cruise season, with her first departure of the season scheduled for Friday.
The three-night roundtrip cruise to Portuguese Island is a staple of the season, with the vast majority of these roundtrip itineraries from Durban visiting either Pomene Bay (f… read more
Backsberg Family Wines Unveils an Unmissable Summer Experience at its Franschhoek Cellar Door
Perfectly timed with the arrival of summer, Backsberg Family Wines welcomes guests to its Franschhoek cellar door, one of the valley’s hidden gems and a ‘must-visit’ for all wine lovers. Tucked off the vibrant main road and with encompassing mountain views, this fifth-generation winery boasts over a century of heritage with a fresh new ener… read more
Appalling Flight Delays and Cancellations in NIgeria?
The skyrocketing flight delays and cancellations among the Nigerian airlines is a source of concern for air travellers, stakeholders and the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA).
Countless times, frustrated air passengers have become irate following flight delays and cancellations by some of the Nigerian airlines.
On … read more
Lobito Atlantic Railway Receives First Batch of New Container Wagons, Marking Significant Milestone
Lobito Atlantic Railway (LAR), a key operator along the strategic Lobito Railway Corridor, has received its first delivery of 275 new container wagons from South African manufacturer Galison Manufacturing. This delivery marks a significant milestone in LAR's ambitious three-year expansion and modernization plan, aimed at enhancing tran… read more
Costa Cruises to sail from Cape Town for first time in 2024 on Dubai repositioning
Costa Cruises will offer a voyage from Cape Town, South Africa for the first time aboard one of its newest vessels in 2024 when Costa Smeralda s ails for Dubai in the UAE in November.
Costa Cruises is sending its 182,000 gross ton mega-ship Costa Smeralda to Dubai for the 2024/25 Middle East cruise season but will be … read more
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