International guests becoming increasingly environmentally sensitive, on-site composting not only solve food waste challenges, it also demonstrates a lodge's commitment to reducing its impact on the environment...
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International guests becoming increasingly environmentally sensitive, on-site composting not only solve food waste challenges, it also demonstrates a lodge's commitment to reducing its impact on the environment...
British Airways has set a new target to remove more than 700 tonnes of single-use plastic on board its flights in 2020...
The iconic Rosebank Hotel has relaunched as Southern Sun Rosebank...
South African Tourism (SA Tourism) recently appointed a suite of marketing and communications agencies in response to the RFP162/19 the organisation issued in June 2019...
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British Airways has set a new target to remove more than 700 tonnes of single-use plastic on board its flights in 2020...
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WTM Africa 2020 is tackling travel sustainability at macro and micro levels this year, by lining up a number of eco-conscious initiatives alongside recognising game-changing sustainability practices in the African travel industry...
20 Feb 2020
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Etihad Airways has announced a partnership with Norwegian technology developer Braathens IT, to develop TravelPass, an innovative travel solution initially aimed at corporate and frequent travellers which will launch later this year.
18 Feb 2020
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We analysed what the world's top 58 airlines - such as American Airlines, British Airways and Qantas - are doing about climate change. Even the best airlines are not doing anywhere near enough...
Susanne Becken 17 Feb 2020
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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its global passenger traffic results, which shows that passenger demand rose by 4.2% compared to 2018...
11 Feb 2020
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Suspending flights and screening passengers is mainly about reassuring us, not keeping us healthy...
Lucy Budd and Stephen Ison 10 Feb 2020
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"Although all generations are now looking for activities and experiences, above all else, what makes this market more complex, is the individual preferences and demands of each generation and of course ultimately, the challenge facing marketers trying to engage with them."
6 Feb 2020
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The economic impacts of the new coronavirus on the travel and tourism industry will be felt in every corner of the world and almost every sector of the economy...
Marion Joppe 3 Feb 2020
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During times of crisis, tourism has to live up to its responsibility as an integral part of the wider society. The sector must put people and their wellbeing first...
Juergen T Steinmetz 3 Feb 2020
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Since 2019, night train networks have seen a remarkable revival across Europe...
23 Jan 2020
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Many businesses are capitalising on the rise in experience-seeking with new and expensive ways to make memories -- and many of them are just as damaging for the planet as products...
Brendan Canavan 11 Dec 2019
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This year's report, covering the world's leading cities ranked by international tourist arrivals shows that 5 out of the top 10 most visited cities in 2018 are in Asia Pacific, with Hong Kong listed as the most visited city in the world, followed by Bangkok...
3 Dec 2019
SOUTH AFRICA
InterContinental Hotels Group plans to switch miniature toiletries for bulk products, but it isn't likely to do as much for the environment as activists might think.
Yossi Sheffi 30 Aug 2019
SOUTH AFRICA
Enabling the air transport community to scale up tracking capabilities without needing massive capital investment from the community, has the potential to grow every airport's passenger capacity by orders of magnitude...
Peter Drummond 20 Aug 2019
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The International Air Transport Association has welcomed the European Commission's evaluation of the Airport Charges Directive which highlights the need to further strengthen the Directive to protect consumers...
17 Jul 2019
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Babies are normally vaccinated against measles at 12 months old. But doctors are now suggesting having the shot as early as six months might be worthwhile for youngsters traveling overseas.
Nicholas Wood, Alexis Pillsbury and Jean Li-Kim-Moy 28 Jun 2019
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As on 1 June 2018, Travelport will be implementing a new booking code for non-binary gender airline passengers. The new code offers the option to choose "X", rather than "M" or "F"...
31 May 2019
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The future of tourism depends on ensuring visitors do not wear out their welcome. Giving locals more of a say in tourism can help ensure they share in the benefits and minimise the costs...
Freya Higgins-Desbiolles 24 May 2019
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TPConnects SaaS-based solution addresses the current problem of 99% of the travel agents lacking their own digital assets...
2 May 2019
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Last summer, the aviation industry set a new record, with over 200,000 aircraft taking to the skies every day. In a competitive marketplace, airlines are looking for the right technology that enables them to deliver memorable experiences for their customers...
26 Apr 2019
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In the fourth quarter of 2018, the approval rate rose by 5.1% bringing MENA's rate just 3% behind the rest of the world. Due to the high transaction value in the travel industry, card approval rates have seen a slower growth rate than other industries...
Fundisiwe Maseko 25 Apr 2019
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To many, arenas are the place to go to see your favourite band or sporting team play. However, increasingly arenas are becoming the 'hidden gem' of the business events world...
25 Apr 2019
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"Forbes Travel Guide has been verifying luxury for more than 60 years, and we look forward to sharing the finest properties in the region with consumers."
24 Apr 2019
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The Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries has called all international travellers, who will be visiting or returning to South Africa during the Easter holidays, to comply with the country's import requirements for agricultural and related regulated products...
18 Apr 2019
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The global airline industry has experienced some of its safest years ever, yet the number of claims shows no sign of abating...
17 Apr 2019
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Government regulators and industry experts often overlook the complexities and risks of human-technology interactions and increasingly rely on companies' voluntary oversight and self-assessments...
Adam Gabriele and Thaddeus R. Miller 17 Apr 2019
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The new terminal will provide enhanced end-to-end customer experience for the benefit of both embarking and disembarking MSC Cruises guests...
12 Apr 2019
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Tourism brings many benefits to communities around the world. But tourism hotspots are feeling the strain as tourist numbers increase. Locals resent being crowded out of restaurants and parks. They resent paying inflated prices. Most of all they resent tourists behaving badly...
9 Apr 2019
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South Africa has ranked 51st on the 2019 Henley Passport Index, occupying third place in sub-Saharan Africa...
29 Mar 2019
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Chefs play an important role in inspiring people around the world to support sustainable food production, adopt healthy diets and avoid food waste...
28 Mar 2019
Tourism Trends 2020
