Tourist arrivals in South Africa have been steadily increasing
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by Mpho
1w ago
In December 2023, a total of 3,478,783 travellers, including arrivals, departures, and transits, entered and exited South Africa. Among these, 1,094,176 were South African residents and 2,384,607 were foreign travellers, of which 1,160,045 were visitors and 22,990 were non-visitors. Out of the visitors, 862,460 were overnight visitors (tourists) and 297,585 were same-day visitors. The statistics show that 23.8% of all tourists were overseas tourists, with the UK, USA, and Germany contributing 48.3% to that number. On the other hand, 74.2% of all tourists were from the Southern African Develop ..read more
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September Passenger Demand Provides Solid End to Third Quarter
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by Mpho
4M ago
Geneva – The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that the strong post-pandemic passenger traffic trend continued in September. Total traffic in September 2023 (measured in revenue passenger kilometers or RPKs) rose 30.1% compared to September 2022. Globally, traffic is now at 97.3% of pre-COVID levels. Domestic traffic hit a new high for the month of September, as traffic rose 28.3% versus September 2022 and exceeded the September 2019 level by 5.0%. International traffic climbed 31.2% compared to the same month a year ago. All markets saw double-digit percentage gains y ..read more
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Botswana Travel Guide
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by Mpho
8M ago
Botswana As a traveler planning a trip to Botswana, it’s important to have all the necessary information before embarking on your adventure. Fortunately, Flight Mate is here to provide you with essential Botswana travel advice to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience. Botswana CurrencyCurrency When it comes to money and spending, it’s important to know that the national currency is the Pula, but US dollars are widely accepted at lodges and hotels throughout the country. Additionally, most shops, lodges, and travel agencies will accept traveler’s cheques, and all major credit cards are accepte ..read more
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The Digital Revolution: Emirates Puts an End to Paper Boarding Passes
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by digimarketplace
11M ago
Emirates is taking a step further in its commitment to providing customers with the convenience and security of digitally enabled travel experiences. As of 15 May, the majority of passengers departing from Dubai will be required to utilize a mobile boarding pass, rather than a printed paper version. This will be done via email or SMS, and will be available at Terminal 3. Air New Zealand Unveils the Price of New Economy Class Sleep Pods Passengers who are checking in online will be able to load their boarding pass via Apple Wallet, Google Wallet, or the Emirates App. Additionally, the checked ..read more
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Air New Zealand Unveils the Price of New Economy Class Sleep Pods
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by digimarketplace
11M ago
Air New Zealand’s new Skynest pod concept will be available from September 2024 on select flights. Air New Zealand first announced the Skynest concept last year, and this week it has provided more details on how it will operate, including booking and pricing. Johannesburg To Auckland – Flights The Skynest pods will be placed among economy cabins on select long-haul routes, including the 17-hour direct flight from New York City (NYC) to Auckland (Auckland, NZ), one of the longest flights in the world. Best Hotels | Auckland, New Zealand The cabin crew will change each pod’s bedding after each ..read more
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South Africa’s tourist arrivals up despite challenges
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by digimarketplace
11M ago
South Africa’s tourist arrivals have been steadily increasing despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, such as rising inflation and higher energy prices that have impacted on household budgets around the world. Johannesburg to London Flights The latest tourism arrival figures for the January to March of 2023 were released by the Ministry of Tourism, with the African continent leading the way at 1.6 million, followed by Europe (387 000) and the Americas (104 000). The Minister said the total number of international arrivals reached 2.1 million in the same period of 2023, which is an incre ..read more
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Payfast and Satsa Join Forces for a Brighter Future
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by digimarketplace
11M ago
Payfast, South Africa’s leading online payment gateway company, has announced a strategic partnership with the South African Inbound Tourism Association (SATSA). This partnership comes in the run up to SATSA’s 2023 conference themed ‘partnership for action’ which seeks to improve access to secure and efficient digital payment solutions for SMEs. Moditlo River Lodge With the pandemic forcing a shift to online payments, the tourism industry has seen an increase in online booking platforms, with more and more travellers choosing contactless payment methods. The industry has recognised the import ..read more
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What Impact Will US Punishment Measures Have on Airfares?
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by digimarketplace
11M ago
Iata has strongly objected to the proposed rule by DOT and the Biden Government that would require airlines to provide financial compensation in addition to their current care packages. The regulation is set to be put into effect later this year. Iata notes that the 10 biggest US airlines are already providing meals or cash vouchers in the event of extended delays, and 9 of them offer free hotel accommodation to passengers whose flights have been cancelled overnight. Imbali Safari Lodge “Airlines already work hard to get you to your destination on time and do everything they can to minimise t ..read more
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South African Airways plans for a significant expansion of its fleet
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by digimarketplace
11M ago
We are delighted to announce that SAA has been approved for a major fleet expansion, paving the way for SAA to resume international routes and expand regional and domestic seat capacity. According to SAA’s Interim CEO Professor John Lamolo, the approval for the lease of six new aircraft was granted by the Finance and Public Enterprises Ministries. The aircraft are scheduled to be delivered by the end of the calendar year, including a wide-bodied aircraft and five narrow-bodied aircraft – all of which are part of the Airbus fleet. Lamolo says the terms of the new aircraft leases are in line wi ..read more
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What I learnt when things went wrong at airport security
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by digimarketplace
11M ago
Plane Talk: Filling someone else’s shoes and other misadventures ..read more
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