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The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released its 2024 annual safety report, highlighting a mixed year of aviation safety. The long-term trends show continuous improvement, but 2024 recorded an increase in accidents and deaths compared to 2023.Important findings: Overall accident rate: 1.13 flights per 1.13 flights, slightly worse than 2023 (1.09), but better than the 5-year average (1.25). Fatal Accidents: Seven incidents resulted in 244 deaths. UP from one fatal accident and 72 deaths in 2023. Risks of conflict zones: The collapse of aircraft in Kazakhstan and Sudan has strengthened the urgency of international security measures. The most common…

ATTA® Events (Africa Travel and Tourism Association) expanded its event team, with Angie Fuller quickly embracing the role of engagement manager. With over 24 years of renowned career in the travel industry, Angie brings rich expertise to event organizations, supplier relationships, training and sales support. Angie works extensively in a variety of sectors, working with airlines, luxury tour operators, tourism agencies and travel suppliers, with a focus on South Africa in particular. Throughout her career, she has played a pivotal role in strengthening both buyer and supplier engagement, driving attendance at key industry events, and cultivating meaningful relationships between key…

Located in the eastern part of Siberia, Russia, Lake Baikal holds the title of the world's deepest lake, up to 5,315 feet deep.According to the UNESCO World Heritage Foundation, it is one of the oldest freshwater lakes on the planet and boasts a history of 205 million years.UNESCO describes it as the “Galapagos of Russia.” Due to its unique age and geographical isolation, it boasts one of the world's most unusual and diverse freshwater faunas.During the harsh Siberian temperatures of winter, it freezes completely, and its enormous surface area spans roughly the same as Belgium at about 34,000 square kilometers…

Translations: IATA publica el informe de seguridad aérea de 2024 (pdf) Geneva – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its 2024 Annual Safety Report. The industry delivered another year of strong overall performance on safety including showing improvements on the five-year average for several key parameters, but it took a step back from an exceptional performance in 2023. The all-accident rate of 13 per million flights (one accident per 880,000 flights) was better than the five-year average of 1.25 but worse than the 1.09 recorded in 2023. There were seven fatal accidents in 2024, among 40.6 million flights. That is…

The death toll from crashing Sudanese military aircraft in Omdurman city has risen to at least 46, including women and children, officials said on Wednesday that crashed the deadliest plane in northeast Africa in the past 20 years He said it was one of them.According to the government-run Khartoum Media Office, Antonov aircraft crashed in a populated area in Omdurman on Tuesday, causing injury to at least 10 people. The first death toll for the age of 19 was provided by the Ministry of Health.The military said in a statement that the plane crashed as it took off from Wadi…

Travelers are usually welcomed with the excitement of adrenaline shocks that sharpen their senses and temporarily hold their breath. It is physical evidence of an adoring adventure. But it's far less comfortable in the form of anxiety, and these same reactions are also an inevitable part of travel, opposite the novelty biochemical coin. With the growing number of travellers, that anxiety is concentrated on flights. Air travel is one of the safest modes of transport, but as of 2025 an estimated 25 million adults in the US experienced some degree of aerophobia. “And then, 'flight anxiety' increased exponentially. However, travel…

If you want a different holiday, America should be on your list.There's a lot to do in this large country. It can be difficult to explore. Of course, there are classics like New York and Florida, but why not try it in a slightly more quirky place?Known as the birthplace of blues music, Mississippi has several amazing cities to explore, one of which is Hattiesburg, famous for its incredible military history museums and thriving food scene.Hattiesburg is located in a subtropical climate with short and mild winters and hot and humid summers.Brits seeking American vacations can enjoy the sunny 24C…

new york CNN – Flying right now is a nervous thing. Just this month, a collision between an American Airlines plane and a US Army helicopter killed 67 people in Washington, DC, and a Delta flight crashed in Toronto. In 2024, the year began with door panels blowing out Alaska Airlines flights, and months later, two fatal clashes occurred involving South Korea and Azerbaijan Airlines. The numbers show that plane accidents are still rare. Arnold Burnett, professor of statistics at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, co-authored the August 2024 airline safety survey. But for an uneasy flyer, having all this…

Grand Hotel Djibloho, a member of the prestigious priority hotels and resort chain, has been able to exist in the South African corporate market by participating in the “Sweet Surps Sales Blitz” sales event hosted by Johannesburg's Priority Hotels and Resorts from 17 to 21. has been strengthened. February 2025. During this week of intense activity, the team was able to connect with over 1,200 tourism consultants and strengthen their relationship with 17 key travel Management Company (TMC) account. Grand Hotel Djibloho was represented by Clementina Nguema. ClementinaNguema has worked closely with representatives from renowned hotels such as Glee Hotel…

The year is going well and it's time to start preparing for your Easter holiday! There is no better place to book for a more enjoyable family vacation than the KZN South Coast. Warm climate, budget friendly venues and amazing outdoor activities offer a memorable break. “This is a great start to the year and KZN South Coast is already planning to prepare many visitors on Easter holidays,” says Dr. Vosmuzisibiya, CEO of South Coast Tourism and Investment Enterprises (SCTIE). states. “For many families, the KZN South Coast is an annual holiday destination and we hope to encourage other families…