Community-based tourism gets momentum

The tourism and hospitality industry is making a transition from something done to communities to something...

Spotify takes to the sky with United

For the first time, the music streamer is making its audiobooks and video podcasts available on...

Movies drive destination tourism

Film productions are boosting local economies, supporting creative talent, and enhancing international visibility.

Cabin review: A380 bumps up Emirates economy

Pleasant surprises await those expecting minimal tech – and legroom – in economy class, writes ARTHUR...

Africa travels on
razor-thin margins

Africa’s carriers face high operational costs and a low propensity for air travel expenditure, generating minimal...

SITA satellites keep airports connected

Initially supported by Starlink, the new service maintains airport operations during network disruptions - but South...

NASA, Wisk, push autonomous air taxis

A new five-year research deal will explore how self-flying electric air taxis can safely operate in...

Sports rules global travel motivations

New research from the Mastercard Economics Institute has revealed the key drivers of global travel in...

SA adventure tourism gets safety boost

A comprehensive set of guidelines and tools has been launched to align the sector with international...

IATA charts smarter
airport operations

With growing pressure on safety, speed, and sustainability, the International Air Transport Association is calling for...

Thule, a hero among storage bags

The Thule Chasm Gear Cube promises to restore order to travel chaos, writes SHERYL GOLDSTUCK.

Polygon unlocks elite
travel audiences

Advertisers can now reach affluent guests at The Capital Hotels through Polygon’s digital screens.

United buys into
water-to-fuel startup

United Airlines is funding Twelve’s push to produce low-carbon aviation fuel that will reduce emissions by...

Travellers to get self-drive Ubers globally 

Autonomous Robotaxis from WeRide are being launched in 15 cities outside the US and China through...

Starlink comes to SA – but only in the skies

South African passengers will soon be able to experience complimentary, high-speed, low-latency internet on Qatar Airways...

Gadget of the Week:
Bag of travel tricks

The Thule Accent Convertible Backpack 17L is a slim, sharp and adaptable laptop bag for professionals...

Pure floating magic

The Shanghai Maglev Train is not transportation; it is about the experience. In a word -...

eSIMs soar with
travel surge

One of the leading providers, Airalo, has reached 20-million users, claiming each eSIM produces 46% less...

Traveling to the US? Beware!

A new travel study reveals why South Africans may experience lower satisfaction with US flights, hotels,...

Digital borders transform travel

Amid capacity and staffing shortfalls, airports must adopt digital borders to streamline travel, writes ANDY SMITH,...