The United States on Friday issued a worldwide travel alert to all Americans of a possible terror attack through Aug. 31 due to an unspecified al-Qaeda threat that led to embassy closures.
Saturday, 3 August 2013
Thursday, 1 August 2013
NTDC Urges African Countries on Tourism Development
The Director General of the Nigerian Tourism Development Commission (NTDC), Mrs. SallyMbanefo, has charged African nations to re-invent a renewed sense of collaboration with the aim of harnessing the vast tourism potentials available in the continent.
Presenting a paper at the 3rd Calabar International Conference organised by Primetour International, Mbafeno, called for a combined measure of tourism development and natural attractions enhancement and protection by African countries stressing that such cooperation can translate into expanding the economy of a given nation.
The DG, represented by a Deputy Director in the commission, Mrs. Mariel Rae- Omoh, stated that these collaboration should incorporate dissemination of information, continuous cooperation with mass media, the travel press and related agencies while a unified Tourism Development Fund should also be established to pool resources for tourism development across Africa.
Wednesday, 31 July 2013
Accomodations Other Than Hotels
Generally in todays travel world travelers are increasingly demanding and more sensitive to prices
Also what motivates travelers are changing , traveler want
to experience something unique something different from what they are used to.
Thursday, 25 July 2013
NCAA plans electronic platforms for Passengers to lodge complaints
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, is to establish a portal and other electronic platforms for air travelers to lodge all complaints when airlines and other service providers fail to live up to their responsibilities.
Monday, 22 July 2013
Bishop Launches A New Airline
Nigeria’s richest pastor and self-styled bishop, David Oyedepo, has made a glistening addition to his business empire by floating an airline called Dominion Air.Airlines Vs Unions
there are indications that aviation industry unions will soon commence picketing of indigenous airlines, which disallow their workers to join the unions in the sector.
The unions are appalled that apart from the Aero Airlines, which allows its workers to join its activities, none of the indigenous operators allow their workers including engineers and pilots to unionise. At the moment, there are about seven airlines which strictly prevent their workforce from joining the unions.
Some of the airlines are Med-View, Arik, Chanchangi, Overland, IRS and Dana Airlines. A source close to the unions who does not want his name in print, confided that the unions are currently perfecting plans on how to sanction such airlines, adding that the decision emanated from the election of National Union of Air Transport Employees, NUATE, executives recently held in Bayelsa State.
3. Overland Airways reduces fares on Asaba route ...Guardian
The Guardian reports that Overland Airways has reduced the flight fares on its Asaba- Lagos and Asaba-Abuja routes to serve the travelling passengers better.
The company noted that starting from July 18, 2013, passengers would enjoy Overland Airways flight services from Asaba to Abuja and Lagos for N18, 000, every Monday to Friday.
The Chief Operating Officer of Overland Airways, Mrs. Aanu Benson stated that the introduction of the special fare offer on Asaba route is to appreciate and reward customers for their patronage since Overland Airways commenced flight operations at Asaba Airport.
Benson also said that Overland Airways is determined to continue offering excellent and satisfactory services to her customers and will not compromise in the delivery of effective and comfortable services at all times
The unions are appalled that apart from the Aero Airlines, which allows its workers to join its activities, none of the indigenous operators allow their workers including engineers and pilots to unionise. At the moment, there are about seven airlines which strictly prevent their workforce from joining the unions.
Some of the airlines are Med-View, Arik, Chanchangi, Overland, IRS and Dana Airlines. A source close to the unions who does not want his name in print, confided that the unions are currently perfecting plans on how to sanction such airlines, adding that the decision emanated from the election of National Union of Air Transport Employees, NUATE, executives recently held in Bayelsa State.
3. Overland Airways reduces fares on Asaba route ...Guardian
The Guardian reports that Overland Airways has reduced the flight fares on its Asaba- Lagos and Asaba-Abuja routes to serve the travelling passengers better.
The company noted that starting from July 18, 2013, passengers would enjoy Overland Airways flight services from Asaba to Abuja and Lagos for N18, 000, every Monday to Friday.
The Chief Operating Officer of Overland Airways, Mrs. Aanu Benson stated that the introduction of the special fare offer on Asaba route is to appreciate and reward customers for their patronage since Overland Airways commenced flight operations at Asaba Airport.
Benson also said that Overland Airways is determined to continue offering excellent and satisfactory services to her customers and will not compromise in the delivery of effective and comfortable services at all times
Going to India? TIps for India Travel.
The Good, The Bad, And The Safety—Tips For Traveling To India
Whether you are traveling to India for business or pleasure, travel tips can determine how enjoyable your trip will be. In India, there are many attractions that draw thousands of tourists every year, such as the Taj Mahal and the various Hindu temples. However, India is also the host of crime, disease, and several other negativities. When traveling to India, follow a few tips to ensure that your enriching cultural experience abroad is not hindered by food poisoning or sunburn.
Chorea, Hepatitis, Malaria—Oh My!
India is home to many risky diseases, including meningitis, dengue fever, dysentery, chorea, hepatitis, malaria, and typhoid. Travelers from the United Kingdom, Canada, or the United States do not require a vaccination certificate when entering the country, but tourists from other countries are required to show one upon entry. Wherever you are coming from, it is extremely important to be vaccinated against all of these diseases before visiting India. This travel tip is perhaps one of the most important ones of all—it could save your life.
Other travel tips when visiting to India include bringing mosquito repellents, nets, and sprays. These precautions will help to ward of the pesky mosquitoes that spread dengue fever and malaria.
Avoid The Germs
You should be careful about consuming any food or water when you travel to India. Avoid raw vegetables and pork, and you should never eat anything from a street vendor.
Water is typically not clean, so it is important that you aware of where your water is coming from. Try to ask for bottled water whenever possible. If all else fails, follow this tip when you travel to India: use iodine or chlorine tablets to purify your water. Although it important not to use too many of these, they kill most water-born diseases and can work great in a pinch.
Oh, The Sun!
India’s climate is extremely warm, especially in the south during the months of March, April, and May. To avoid dangerous sunburns or dehydration, make sure to pack plenty of sunscreen and drink a lot of clean water. You can also purchase a sun umbrella to carry around with you, a practice common of many Indian women.
Better Safe Than Sorry
Your trip to India could be an experience of a lifetime, or it could be a complete and utter disaster. Practicing caution and using travel tips when visiting India will ensure that you experience the good side of vacationing in India.
Whether you are traveling to India for business or pleasure, travel tips can determine how enjoyable your trip will be. In India, there are many attractions that draw thousands of tourists every year, such as the Taj Mahal and the various Hindu temples. However, India is also the host of crime, disease, and several other negativities. When traveling to India, follow a few tips to ensure that your enriching cultural experience abroad is not hindered by food poisoning or sunburn.
Chorea, Hepatitis, Malaria—Oh My!
India is home to many risky diseases, including meningitis, dengue fever, dysentery, chorea, hepatitis, malaria, and typhoid. Travelers from the United Kingdom, Canada, or the United States do not require a vaccination certificate when entering the country, but tourists from other countries are required to show one upon entry. Wherever you are coming from, it is extremely important to be vaccinated against all of these diseases before visiting India. This travel tip is perhaps one of the most important ones of all—it could save your life.
Other travel tips when visiting to India include bringing mosquito repellents, nets, and sprays. These precautions will help to ward of the pesky mosquitoes that spread dengue fever and malaria.
Avoid The Germs
You should be careful about consuming any food or water when you travel to India. Avoid raw vegetables and pork, and you should never eat anything from a street vendor.
Water is typically not clean, so it is important that you aware of where your water is coming from. Try to ask for bottled water whenever possible. If all else fails, follow this tip when you travel to India: use iodine or chlorine tablets to purify your water. Although it important not to use too many of these, they kill most water-born diseases and can work great in a pinch.
Oh, The Sun!
India’s climate is extremely warm, especially in the south during the months of March, April, and May. To avoid dangerous sunburns or dehydration, make sure to pack plenty of sunscreen and drink a lot of clean water. You can also purchase a sun umbrella to carry around with you, a practice common of many Indian women.
Better Safe Than Sorry
Your trip to India could be an experience of a lifetime, or it could be a complete and utter disaster. Practicing caution and using travel tips when visiting India will ensure that you experience the good side of vacationing in India.
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