Strong demand for travel to Mauritius drives a significant increase in Air Mauritius’ global capacity. London, Paris, Johannesburg and Reunion see increased flights.
International travellers and tourists who are eager to make the most of the loosening of Covid-19 restrictions are returning to Air Mauritius to make their journeys as comfortable as possible. Air Mauritius, the flagship carrier of the Indian Ocean nation, is seeing a surge in bookings for the paradise island following the reopening of the […]
Boost in Travel Bookings after U.K. removes S. Africa from red list
JOHANNESBURG — South African travel agencies report a surge in reservations for travel to and from Britain on Friday ahead of the country being removed from the U.K.’s COVID-19 red list next week. Some companies said they were being overwhelmed by the number of people looking to travel since the British government announced it will […]
Mauritius welcomes first wave of tourists after lifting quarantine restrictions
The Republic of Mauritius officially reopened its borders on Friday (Oct. 1), as it lifted restrictions for fully vaccinated travellers. From October 1, visitors will be able to freely explore the paradise island’s beaches, mountains, waterfalls and lagoons from the moment they land. Mauritius has implemented one of the most successful Covid responses in the […]
Covid-19: S.African president eases restrictions to the lowest level
CAPE TOWN – South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has eased restrictions aimed at combating the coronavirus pandemic to the country’s lowest alert level, the second such loosening this month as the country looks to open up its economy ahead of the summer holiday season. In a televised address, Ramaphosa announced the country would move down […]
Covid-19: South Africa to ease restrictions
Johannesburg – South Africa will ease COVID-19 restrictions and shorten its nationwide curfew from Monday (Sept. 20) after a decline in infections, President Cyril Ramaphosa mentioned in a televised address. Authorities will also prolong the hours of alcohol sales, the president mentioned, further relaxing restrictions introduced in June to combat the third wave of cases […]
Unwto Joins Investors With Tourism Leaders At Cabo Verde Forum
UNWTO has celebrated the second edition of the Global Tourism Investment Forum. Joining Ministers of Tourism for the event in Cabo Verde where business leaders, entrepreneurs and investors, with a special focus on innovation and sustainable recovery from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. With the crisis causing levels of Foreign Direct Investment in tourism […]
UNWTO: Africa’s Tourism Leaders Identify Investments As Key To Sustainable Recovery
The African Members of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) have met in Cabo Verde to strengthen their cooperation and advance plans for recovery and sustainable growth. The 64th meeting of the UNWTO Regional Commission for Africa (CAF) saw 23 countries represented on the island of Sal, with 21 Ministers of Tourism joining five Ambassadors for […]
African Aviation Industry need Support to avoid the collapse due to Covid-19: AFRAA
In the month of August 2021, air passenger traffic reached 46.8% compared to the same month in 2019 while capacity was at 54.6%. Domestic markets across Africa recorded a slight reduction in passenger demand although still outperforming intra-Africa and intercontinental traffic. Domestic traffic for the month under review was 58.9% compared to 22.7% for intra-Africa […]
Mauritius eases travel protocol for vaccinated travellers from Sept. 1
Mauritius from 1st September open for vaccinated travellers, guests would have to spend only 7 days in a special ‘resort bubble’ hotel on arriving. Arvind Bundhun, Director of MTPA, said: “This is a major leap towards the full reopening of its borders on 1st October when vaccinated international travellers will be welcomed in without restrictions. […]
Tunisia eases covid-19 restrictions
Tunis – Tunisia to easing Covid-19 restrictions, relaxation in night curfew by allowing cafes and restaurants to remain open until 10 p.m, the Tunisian presidency said on Wednesday. This comes amid a drop in covid cases infections and a clear increase in vaccination rates. The presidency has adjusted the curfew hours to a narrower stretch […]
