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Durban’s swanky Hilton Hotel finally reopens after 3 years
Durban’s luxury Hilton Hotel has reopened after shutting its doors during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2021. The hotel is one of many businesses that failed to bounce back after the tough economic...
Air France-KLM Partners with Next OneSIM to Offer South African Travelers Free eSIMs and SIM Cards for Seamless International Air Connectivity
Air France-KLM is excited to unveil a groundbreaking partnership with Next OneSIM, a cellular mobile network that is revolutionizing the way travelers stay connected during their international...
Singapore Airlines to Be First International Carrier at New Western Sydney Airport
Singapore Airlines will be the first international carrier to operate from the new Western Sydney Airport (WSI), set to open in 2026. It marks a significant milestone for the new airport, connecting...
Mpox vaccines to become available in African countries to battle ongoing global health emergency
The first batch of vaccines for this virus, donated by the US to combat this pandemic, will arrive and be available to the public in various parts of Africa. The World Health Organization (WHO)...
Abu Dhabi claims world first in biometric use at Zayed International Airport
Flying without ever needing to show your identity document or ticket could be a reality by as early as 2025, creating a world first at Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport. The primary airport...
New EU hand luggage restrictions begin this weekend
European airports are clamping down on liquids being carried in hand luggage, and unwary travellers could be forced to bin everything from hand lotions and perfumes to prized bottles of spirits and...
Two South African luxury trains among the best in the world
Japan Rail Pass has analysed the most popular and talked-about luxury train rides across the globe to uncover the best, with South Africa’s Rovos Rail and The Blue Train making it to the list....
Virgin Atlantic extends seasonal London to Cape Town service
Virgin Atlantic has announced an extension of its popular seasonal service between London Heathrow (LHR) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) for the 2024/25 season. Due to increased demand,...
Southern African Countries Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe Expand New Schengen Style Single Visa Driving Tourism Sector
Angola, Botswana, Namibia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe have expanded a new Schengen-style single visa, enhancing tourism by allowing easier cross-border travel within these countries. The initiative aims...