Travel News and Updates
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Navigating the FlySafair licensing controversy
ASATA is closely monitoring the evolving FlySafair situation, engaging with the relevant authorities, and working to keep you informed every step of the way. What's happening?...
South Africa rises in global passport rankings, breaking into top-50
South Africa has seen a significant improvement in the latest Henley Passport Index for 2025, climbing from 53rd to 48th place, marking the country’s highest ranking in more than a decade. This leap...
Singapore Airlines to resume fourth daily Brisbane service
Star Alliance member Singapore Airlines (SIA) will expand its number of services to Brisbane, locking in four flights per day, in a major boost for the state of Queensland’s connectivity, tourism...
United brings forward Starlink wifi rollout plan
United Airlines is accelerating its plans to install Starlink high-speed wifi technology on its aircraft. The US carrier announced an agreement with SpaceX’s Starlink in September last year, and had...
Melbourne Airport working on major international terminal expansion
Melbourne Airport is working to finalise the details of a major international terminal expansion, following 12 months of engagement with airlines to deliver increased terminal capacity and an...
Emirates begins A350 rollout with flights to Edinburgh
The first Emirates A350 aircraft has entered commercial service on the carrier’s route between Dubai and Edinburgh. Emirates has a total of 65 A350s on order, and further deliveries will see the...
Qatar Airways resumes flights to Syria
Qatar Airways has resumed its three weekly flights from Doha to Damascus, Syria on January 7. Flights will operate on Fridays, Saturdays and Mondays departing Doha at 08h35 and arriving in Damascus...
Air Canada to offer free wifi on long-haul routes from 2026
Air Canada has announced plans to roll out free inflight wifi from next year. The move will see the carrier expand its partnership with communications firm Bell, following the launch of free...
Delta One lounge opens at Boston Logan International
Delta has opened the third facility under its Delta One lounge brand. The carrier first announced plans for the premium lounge concept in 2022, and the first space opened this summer at New York...