AIR Mauritius is working toward daily flights from Cape Town to Mauritius and beyond in 2020, with the launch date and type of aircraft to be finalised in March.
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Gautrain to offer contactless bank card service
From October 31, travellers can use their contactless bank cards to tag in and out of stations (bus and parking included).
Two new hotels for Umhlanga
Premier Hotels & Resorts continues to grow. It is investing over R380m in the development of a hospitality precinct on Umhlanga Ridge
Travellers want tech to improve travel experience
Iata has released the results of its 2019 Global Passenger Survey, which shows that passengers are looking to technology to improve their travel experience.
Virgin Atlantic unveils plans to serve up to 84 new destinations
UK carrier, Virgin Atlantic has recently released details of its new long and short hauls routes. The airline hopes to serve up to 84 new destinations in the UK, Europe and across the globe.
V&A Extension has officially opened!
After 10 months of renovations, the V&A Waterfront has opened their R180 million extension. The benefits of the extension include an extra 4000m² of retail space to enjoy by having added a third ground floor level.
Johannesburg, meet Radisson RED!
The new Radisson RED is coming to Johannesburg in 2021. The hotel is pegged to open on February 2021 in Rosebank, Johannesburg. The location for the hotel is said to be Oxford Parks, a mixed-use precinct.
Zimbabwe bans foreign currency use
Finance Minister of Zimbabwe Mthuli Ncube announced on 24 June that foreign currency is no longer acceptable for local transactions.
Heavy demand causes US visa delays
According to the US Mission in South Africa, there has been heavy demand for US visas, which has led to longer waiting times than usual.
Mango announces flights between PE and JHB
Effective July 11, Mango will fly twice daily between Lanseria and Port Elizabeth.
Corporate Traveller strengthens Sales team with a new National Sales Manager
Corporate Traveller has announced the appointment of Daniela Kelfkens as its new National Sales Manager to help drive the company’s future growth.
R880m five-star hotel opens in Joburg
The Houghton Hotel launched in Johannesburg early May, bringing another five-star luxury brand to South Africa.