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New product from Avis

Avis Rent a Car is now offering Avis Car Where You Are, which allows individuals and businesses to sign up for a single long-term

The Capital breaks ground in Melrose

The Capital Hotels and Apartments has begun construction of its latest property – The Capital Melrose.With more than 109 rooms

Air Seychelles increases Jo’burg capacity

Air Seychelles will increase the frequency of its services between Seychelles and Johannesburg during the festive season to

Air Mauritius adds flight to China

Air Mauritius has commenced weekly operations to Wuhan, China. Flight MK690 departs Mauritius at 09h20 on Saturdays and

ExecuJet welcomes Africa’s first PC-24

ExecuJet will be the first business aviation company to operate and manage a Pilatus PC-24 Super Versatile Jet in Africa.

IHG Launches Business Edge

InterContinental Hotels Group has introduced IHG Business Edge, a programme designed to enhance the corporate travel experience for small and mid-size enterprises.

Tsogo Sun’s new Zambian property

Tsogo Sun has announced the opening of the Garden Court Kitwe, located just outside Kitwe in Zambia’s copper region – an hour’s drive from Ndola International Airport.

Hilton Garden Inn Opens in Zambia

Hilton has opened a Hilton Garden Inn property in Lusaka, Zambia. Hilton Garden Inn Lusaka Society Business Park is the latest addition in the recently refurbished mixed-use development Society Business Park.

Tumi arrives at Cape Town’s Canal Walk

TUMI, an international travel accessories and lifestyle brand, has unveiled its latest South African store in Cape Town and a renovated Sandton City outlet.

Fastjet enhances product offering

Low-cost carrier fastjet has announced that it is including the first item of checked luggage, as well as a snack and/or refreshment, in all tickets sold.

Air Seychelles enhances guest experience

Air Seychelles has upgraded its website booking engine, making it simpler and more user-friendly for guests to book their travel through their mobile or tablet devices.

Accor expands presence in Nigeria

AccorHotels has entered a new partnership with TomHawksworth Limited, a property and real estate developer, with the signing of Pullman and MGallery properties in Ikoyi, Nigeria.The signings mark the launch of both hotels, which are expected to open in late-