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The City of eThekwini will discuss its proposed R5-million sponsorship of the 114th Investec SA Open Golf Championship at Thursday's full council meeting. The event, scheduled for March at the Durban Country Club, will be a celebration of its official host city status, golf business and lifestyle convention, Sunshine Tour golf tournament and 'Swing Through Africa' It will be featured as part of a wider tourism and investment strategy, including filming. is a high-profile golf and leisure television series. The sponsorship will provide continuous media coverage for five months and aims to reach more than 1.25 billion viewers worldwide. City…

To combat overtourism, 39 destinations around the world have introduced measures to regulate visitor numbers and protect cultural and natural heritage. The resurgence of global travel after the pandemic has pushed many popular destinations over the edge, prompting governments and local governments to impose stricter rules and taxes on tourists. These initiatives aim to protect ecosystems, support local populations and encourage sustainable tourism practices.Remarkably, four such places in the UK have taken a stand against mass tourism in popular hotspots.Cornwall:Cornwall is famous for its rugged coastline, sandy beaches and quaint villages, and has long attracted domestic and international tourists. However,…

Avid cruisers are devastated by recent rule changes at several cruise lines that could forever change the way people cruise. The costly ban was so poorly publicized that one passenger who unknowingly broke the new rules was permanently deported. Many cruisers are angry that Royal Caribbean has banned multi-plug outlets that allow multiple devices to be connected at once. This comes after the line had already banned surge protector extension cords and power strips. Royal Caribbean revealed that passengers can still bring multiport plugs or expansions that use only USB or USB-C cords. However, if there is a socket for…

Kenya has announced new travel directives that will allow nationals of almost all African countries to visit without the need for pre-travel permits. The move, which excludes Somalia and Libya due to security concerns, is aimed at promoting regional integration, supporting open skies policies and promoting tourism growth. The updated system will allow visa-free stays of up to two months for travelers from across the continent, and up to six months for members of the East African Community. Additionally, Kenya plans to introduce a streamlined approval process for all travelers with a turnaround time of up to 72 hours. The…

DUBLIN, Jan. 22, 2025 (Globe Newswire) — The “Middle East and Africa Aviation Fuel Market, Countries, Competition, Forecast and Opportunities, 2020 to 2030” report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering. Ta.The Middle East and Africa aviation fuel market was valued at USD 30.98 billion in 2024 and is expected to reach USD 62.33 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 12.19%. The Middle East and Africa aviation fuel market includes the supply and distribution of specialty fuels used to power aircraft across the region, primarily Jet A1, Jet A, Avgas, and biojet fuels. Aviation fuel is a high-quality refined petroleum…

Spain is cracking down on overtourism, but there could be a huge shortfall of as much as £25bn.To deal with the number of tourists impacting the way locals live, Spanish leaders have instituted a number of regulations, including on short-term rentals.But a report by Oxford Economics, using data from Eurostat and Airbnb, said the rules could cost the country €30bn, equivalent to more than £25bn. do.The findings also said it could put 2% of Spain's GDP and 400,000 jobs in the country at risk.Rental platform Airbnb claimed that Spanish authorities drew up the regulations “without taking into account important considerations”…

Kenya Airways (KQ) is celebrating its 48th year of operation, serving as Africa's leading airline, connecting 42 destinations around the world. The airline has won numerous awards, including being named Africa's leading airline at the 2020 World Travel Awards. KQ has modernized its fleet. Acquired Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner and Embraer E190 jets in 2014 After 10 years of losses, Kenya Airways reports profit of KSh 513 million shares in first half of 2024, CMA suspends KQ shares on NSE CancellationElijah Ntongai, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, has over three years of expertise in finance, business and technology research and reporting, providing…

Ali Tunsi, ACI Africa Executive Director, said although Africa's air traffic is increasing, opportunities for growth continue to be limited by infrastructure challenges.Speaking at an African Aviation Association webinar, Tunsi stressed that the success of the sector depends on increased government involvement, regional cooperation and strategic investment in airport infrastructure.Tunsi noted that Africa's air traffic is steadily recovering from the pandemic, with passenger numbers expected to reach 240 million in 2024, an 11% year-on-year increase. This is driven by a recovery in tourism in key markets such as Egypt, Morocco, Kenya and South Africa, the expansion of airlines such as…

A magical woodland walk in the Peak District has been named one of the best places to explore in the UK this January, according to new research.Padre Gorge, on the east side of the national park, ranks No. 4 on the list of America's top 10 forest walks.The list was compiled by experts at GO Outdoors who analyzed Google reviews, Instagram posts and Google searches to reveal the best woodlands and woodlands in the UK.The Padre Valley came fourth on the list alongside Thetford Forest in Suffolk.Peak District Walk is rated 4.8 out of 5 on Google, with 1,577 reviews…

UK-based low-cost airline easyJet cuts pre-tax loss by 52% during first quarter financial period as it looks to peak season in 2025 and stays on track for medium-term full-year profit target sterling did. 1 billion ($1.2 billion). EasyJet outlined its October to December results on 22 January, saying it had achieved a pre-tax loss of £61m in a traditionally weak quarter, adding to cost control and favorable fuel prices, as well as key He cited demand for airport and holiday packaged products. For business. EasyJet's overall revenue rose 13% to £2bn. Chief executive Kenton Jarvis, who took over from Johan…