Virgin Atlantic has announced that it will open its iconic Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse at Los Angeles International Airport early next year. The lounge, located in the Tom Bradley International Terminal, will invite customers to relax and enjoy the airline’s premium, personalised experience before they board their flight to London and beyond.
Category: Africa Travel
Tourism in Africa, Africa Travel
The Challenges and Prospects of Passport-Free Travel in Africa Using Biometrics
An interview with Willys Mac’Olale, Director of Fragomen Kenya, on the innovative opportunities and barriers in using biometrics, particularly facial recognition, for passport-free travel.
Virgin Atlantic adds three new destinations for summer 2025
Virgin Atlantic has announced new flying from London Heathrow, adding two new destinations of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and Accra, Ghana to its network for summer 2025.
Global tech company sets sights on Africa’s untapped potential in online booking
Africa’s hospitality industry is experiencing a surge in demand, coupled with a growing need for digital solutions that empower local businesses. This shift presents both challenges and opportunities for the continent’s diverse tourism offerings, from safari lodges to urban hotels.
Championing Innovation, Inclusivity, and Sustainability in Air Travel
Air travel is far more than merely transporting people from one destination to another; it’s about the magic that happens in between and the reason for the journey itself. Whether it’s reuniting with family, making those bucket list dreams come true, or soaking in new cultures, air travel is all about those unforgettable moments.
Swissôtel Sharm El Sheikh Introduces the First-Ever All-Inclusive Swissôtel Experience Worldwide
Swissôtel, a premium brand within Accor’s unparalleled brand portfolio, is delighted to announce the opening of its first all-inclusive resort.
Virgin Atlantic’s Flight100 saved 95 tonnes of CO2 and demonstrated environmental benefits of Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Virgin Atlantic has shared headline results from Flight100, the first transatlantic flight on 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), proving not only that the SAF used for the flight is safe to use with existing infrastructure and delivers material reductions in CO2, but can also improve local air quality, contribute to a reduction on persistent contrail formation and reduce fuel use.
Uniworld Announces 2025 Uniworld University Course
The course details what’s to come in 2025 for the luxury river cruise line, including five new itineraries, inspired land extensions, more ‘MAKE TRAVEL MATTER®’ Experiences and a brand-new ship setting sail next year, the S.S. Elisabeth.
Sharm El Sheikh to Host the First Edition of the African Tourism Forum on May 20th
The Sharm El Sheikh International Conference Center in Egypt will host the first edition of ATF24Egypt, The African Tourism Forum from the 20th to 21st of May. This event is sponsored by GMT Fair organization and Rixos Hotels Egypt.