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Emirates A350 Launch to Dammam
Emirates has marked a significant milestone with the launch of its Airbus A350-900 service to Dammam, Saudi Arabia. This development presents exciting new opportunities for African travel agents seeking to expand their offerings and connect clients with this important business and tourism hub.
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European Hotels Embrace AI
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the hospitality landscape, and European hotels are leading the charge. A recent survey of over 1,500 hotels across six European countries reveals a growing trend towards AI adoption, offering valuable insights for African travel professionals.
European hoteliers are increasingl… read more
Turkish Airlines Extends UK Reach, Connecting Africa to Stansted
Turkish Airlines is set to expand its UK presence with the launch of 14 weekly flights from London Stansted to Istanbul starting March 2026. This move opens up exciting new opportunities for African travel agents, offering enhanced connectivity and access to a wider range of UK destinations.
With the addition of S… read more
BER’s AI Win: Blueprint for African Airport Upgrade?
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) has scooped the “Most Innovative Airport Initiative” award at the Future Travel Experience fair in Dublin. Its AI-powered customer service agent, the BER Agent, impressed judges with its 24/7 multilingual support and elimination of call waiting times. This win h… read more
Etihad’s A380 to Toronto
Etihad Airways has elevated its Toronto service by deploying the Airbus A380, marking a significant boost in capacity and passenger experience. This move, coinciding with Etihad's 20th anniversary of serving Canada, opens exciting new avenues for African travel agents seeking premium travel o… read more
Emirates' Da Nang Launch: New Gateway to Asia for African Travelers
Emirates Airline has launched a new service connecting Da Nang, Vietnam, to its Dubai hub via Bangkok, opening exciting opportunities for African travel agents seeking enhanced Asia connectivity. This strategic move positions Da Nang as a new gateway to Asia, offering seamless access to Emira… read more
Qantas' Sunrise: A Wake-Up Call for Ultra-Long-Haul in Africa?
Get ready for a shift in long-haul travel. Qantas is launching the world’s longest non-stop commercial flight, a marathon 20-hour journey from Sydney to London spanning a staggering 17,015 kilometers. Set to take off in 2027, thi… read more
Qatar-Airbus Alliance: A Ripple Effect Across African Skies?
Qatar Airways’ recent cancellation of its Boeing 737 MAX 10 order and reaffirmed commitment to Airbus signals a significant shift in the aviation landscape, one with potential implications for the African travel market. This strategic realignment, driven by evolving fleet requirements and a mended relationship with Airbus, posit… read more
Qatar Airways Dominates Ultra-Long-Haul with A350-1000
Travel agents across Africa should take note: the Airbus A350-1000 is transforming ultra-long-haul travel, and Qatar Airways is leading the charge. The airline’s daily Doha to Auckland service currently holds the record as the world’s longest A350-1000 flight, cl… read more
NANTA’s Banjul Training: Empowering Agents for Intra-African Travel Boom
The National Association of Nigeria Travel Agencies (NANTA) is gearing up for a major training initiative in Banjul, Gambia, designed to equip its members with the skills and knowledge to capitalize on the burgeoning intra-African travel market. Scheduled for the last week of M… read more
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