Progress has been made in restoring air access to private safari lodges ahead of the busy Easter weekend as the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) works through a high volume of applications from aerodrome operators who had to suspend operations due to non-compliance with new regulations. The regulations, gazetted on March 28, require all aerodromes…
New high-end lodges, strategic marketing and increasing global interest have seen Uganda steadily emerge as one of Africa’s most promising tourism destinations. However, the destination will have to navigate several lingering challenges including past security concerns, limited infrastructure and a controversial track record in LGBTQI+ rights, which continues to impact its global image. “In the…
From May 1, South African Airways (SAA) will add a daily flight on its Johannesburg-Windhoek route, increasing operations on the route from two to three daily. The new flight SA70 will depart Johannesburg at 05h55 and arrive in Windhoek at 07h50. The return flight SA71 will depart Windhoek at 14h30 and arrive in Johannesburg at…
Virgin Limited Edition has announced a new internal flight connection between its two luxury Kenyan safari properties, Mahali Mzuri and Finch Hattons. The seasonal route, operated by Safari Link and Fly ALS, will launch in June 2025 and operate exclusively during high season. The new service allows guests to travel directly between the camps in…