SAA would undergo a radical restructuring process that would ensure its financial and operational sustainability, said Pravin Gordhan, Public Enterprises Minister.The Minister, in a statement on Sunday noted that “there is no other way forward”.SAA has been through difficult challenges…
The South African Department of Home Affairs (DHA) is trialling an e-visa application system, which is currently being tested with Kenya.Visitors can apply online for entry into South Africa and the first visitor’s visa was issued to a Kenyan tourist…
Aeroflot has affirmed its position as a leader in global aviation, winning two top prizes at the Grand Final of the prestigious World Travel Awards.The Russian flag-carrier walked away with trophies for World’s Leading Airline – Business Class and World’s…
Tourism instead of football: Juventus Turin enters a new industry and inaugurates the “J Hotel”. It offers Juve fans a very special fan experience.Posters of the stars on the walls, carpets such as football turf, Cristiano Ronaldo and Co. as…
Those who attach importance to aspects such as environmental protection and social standards during their travels will find countless seals and certificates that promise just that. Eco-label jungle may confuse many travelers.One, who committed to sustainable tourism, could speak of…
Hyatt Hotels has entered into a management agreement for the first Hyatt property in the Czech Republic.The Sugar Palace hotel project, currently being developed by UBM Development, will become the new Andaz Prague.Located at Senovážné Square, only a short walk…
British Airways has opened a newly refurbished lounge in Geneva.The facility has undergone significant work and follows a new design concept for the airline, which debuted in 2018.The lounge has been carefully curated to give guests a warm welcome and…
Hays Travel has announced a further 1,500 new jobs and apprenticeships.The roles, which are available now, include 200 new posts at the company’s head office in Sunderland, north-east England, and 500 jobs handling foreign currency in each of the new…
The Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation has announced a new tourism strategy for 2020.The plan includes a stronger focus on promoting the rich culture of the destination, as well as developing niche markets such as MICE, culture and sports…
For the fourth month, the number of tourist arrivals in the Dominican Republic decreased, recording the largest drop of the year in October with just 372,205 visitors, 10.3% below the 414,982 tourists that arrived in October 2018.The data, published by…
