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AI: The hidden dangers for travel agents

In South Africa, travel agents and consultants are increasingly exploring the role of AI to enhance their services, and the industry has responded well...

Interview: James Diaz, CEO, Absolute Travel Management

James Diaz is CEO of newly launched Absolute Travel ManagementJames Diaz announced in January the formal launch of Absolute Travel Management. The former UK...

Hilton expects business travel demand to strengthen in 2025

Hilton Worldwide's business travel revenue per available room (revpar) increased by 3 per cent year-on-year in the final quarter of 2024, which was fuelled...

Travel News: Aman Unveils New Wellness Programmes, and More

In keeping with ‘The Self Issue,’ this month’s luxury travel roundup focuses on self-care and wellness. From newly launched retreats to tech that will...

Mozambique sees calm, UK eases restrictions

After a period of calm and a decline in post-election protests in Mozambique, the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has eased its travel...

Canada visas: 568 days and counting…

Travel agents and visa companies are grappling with unprecedented delays in securing Canadian visas, with reported processing times now exceeding 568 days (as of...

Dubai faces a new problem after becoming a victim of its own popularity

Sign up to Simon Calder’s free travel email for expert advice and money-saving discountsGet Simon Calder’s Travel emailGet Simon Calder’s Travel emailDubai is starting...

Sports travel: events to target in 2025

South African sports fans are preparing for an exciting year ahead, filled with high-profile events both locally and abroad. Travel News spoke with Tourvest Destination...

Lufthansa commences ITA integration

The Lufthansa Group has begun its commercial integration with ITA Airways following the acquisition of a 41% stake in the Italian carrier last month,...

Ryanair passengers slam ‘ridiculous’ new boarding rule after ‘no indication’

Ryanair has announced a new boarding rule and it is one that has left many unhappy.The airline said it will scrap paper boarding tickets...

Tea and travel with Norse Atlantic

Norse Atlantic Airways hosted an afternoon high tea for industry colleagues at The Palazzo Hotel’s Medeo Restaurant at Montecasino on Wednesday, February 5, to...

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