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Flights Departing from Schiphol and Other Dutch Airports
In an unprecedented move, the Netherlands is preparing to introduce one of the largest air passenger tax hikes in Europe. Starting January 2027, passengers flying from Dutch airports like Amsterdam...
Emirates to launch flights to Helsinki, Finland
Dubai, UAE, 13 January 2026 – Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, will launch a daily flight between Helsinki and Dubai from 1 October 2026, expanding its footprint in the Nordics....
British Airways Returns To Tanzania After 13 Years
British Airways will fly to Tanzania again from next year, ending a gap that has kept the airline out of the country since 2013. The airline confirmed on Thursday that it will launch a new route...
MSC Sinfonia returns to Durban and Cape Town for 2027-28 season
MSC Cruises will bring MSC Sinfonia back to South Africa for the 2027-28 season, with 32 sailings from Durban and Cape Town beginning 12 November 2027. Sales are now open for the programme, which...
The new US visa restrictions targeting South Africa explained
The United States has announced a new visa restriction policy targeting foreign nationals it says are responsible for, or complicit in, policies involving race-based discrimination, incitement of...
Historic Kapps Hotel set for grand 2027 rebirth as Lüderitz emerges as Namibia’s next hotspot
One of Namibia's most storied hotels is preparing to write a bold new chapter. The Kapps Hotel, a landmark that has been part of Lüderitz's identity since 1907, is set to reopen in the first quarter...
Air France to Open Its Largest International Lounge at JFK’s New Terminal One
Air France will open a massive, 29,000-square-foot lounge at New York-JFK when it moves to the New Terminal One. The carrier said Tuesday that the space will cover two levels and seat over 400...
London tourism tax capped at 5%, mayor says
London's tourism levy will be capped at 5% of the cost of accommodation, the mayor has said. Sir Sadiq Khan said he "strongly" welcomed plans unveiled by the government on Thursday granting mayors...
Ethiopian Airlines adds daily Durban-Addis Ababa service
Ethiopian Airlines will launch a daily non-stop service between Durban and Addis Ababa on 11 December 2026, adding a direct link between KwaZulu-Natal and one of Africa’s major aviation hubs. The...