airports
The Correct Pronunciation Of Gqeberha, PE’s New Name [Video]
24 Feb 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
Port Elizabeth is officially getting a name change, and it’s one that some folks are struggling to pronounce. It’s okay, we can help.
New Study Looks At Safety Of Flying During COVID-19 Pandemic
17 Feb 2021 by Carrie / No Comments
Since air travel resumed in South Africa, the question on many minds has been whether flying in the time of COVID-19 is safe.
Tourists From Updated ‘High-Risk Countries’ List Cannot Travel To SA
20 Oct 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
South Africa has revised the number of countries allowed to visit, with more than half removed from the ‘high-risk’ category.
SA Travel Shake Up: These Five Countries Still Can’t Visit Visa-Free
05 Oct 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
Minister of Home Affairs Aaron Motsoaledi announced on Sunday that 11 countries would now be allowed to enter South Africa visa-free, but five of those are on the ‘red list’.
Not Everyone Is On Board With Proposed Name Changes For SA Airports And Towns
16 Sep 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
A number of name changes for countrywide airports, as well as towns in the Eastern Cape, have been proposed. There has been political pushback.
Department Of Tourism Outlines When We May Expect International Travellers Again
04 Aug 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
A new draft report published by the Department of Tourism provides possible scenarios for when we might welcome foreign tourists back to South Africa.
Why It’s Not A Good Idea To Return To SA From Overseas Just Yet
26 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
If you’re considering returning to South Africa from overseas, there are a few things that you should keep in mind.
Alert Level 3: Experts On Whether It’s Safe To Fly
02 Jun 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
You’ll be able to fly across the country for business purposes during alert level 3, but experts recommend incorporating some extra safety measures if doing so.
Keen To Fly Somewhere In SA? Here’s What You Need To Know
01 Jun 2020 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
From today, June 1, South African domestic flights for business travel are allowed, although there are a number of rules and regulations worth jotting down.
Alert Level 3 – What Airports And Domestic Flights Might Look Like
20 May 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
A proposal has been submitted for consideration that outlines what domestic air travel could look like during alert level 3.
Keen To Arrive On Time? Read This Before Booking Your Next Local Flight
07 Jan 2020 by Carrie / No Comments
If you’re tired of delayed flights, you’ll want to arm yourself with info from the Official Aviation Guide’s latest Punctuality Report.
Peacocks At Airports – America’s ‘Emotional Support Animal’ Epidemic Is Quite An Eye Opener [Video]
22 Aug 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
If you’re travelling in the US, you could find yourself sharing a plane with alligators and miniature horses.
Hackers Are Finding Creative Ways To Steal Your Data At Airports
28 May 2019 by Carrie / No Comments
When travelling overseas, you’ll come across some seemingly convenient tech solutions at airports. Here’s a word of warning.
Could This Spell The End For Machu Picchu?
15 May 2019 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Machu Picchu, set high in the Andes Mountains in Peru, is one of South America’s premier tourist attractions. Now Peruvian archaeologists fear its future is in danger.
Police Who Blew Up ‘Suspicious Bag’ At Airport End Up Looking Like Fools
03 Oct 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
When police came across a suspicious looking bag at Rome’s airport, they felt the need to blow it up. Cue people taking the piss.
Going Viral – The Difference Between SA And UK Baggage Handlers [Video]
28 Sep 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
When you check your luggage in before boarding a flight, things can go either way. This video is a perfect illustration of that.
This Guy Has Been Living In An Airport Since March
10 Sep 2018 by Carrie / No Comments
Hassan Al-Kontar, a Syrian man, has been living in Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 in Malaysia since March due to diplomatic bureaucracy.
JFK Airport Descended Into Pure And Utter Chaos This Weekend [Video]
10 Jan 2018 by Sloane Hunter / No Comments
A combination of a storm, a burst pipe, and epic levels of mismanagement caused delays of up to four days at one of America’s busiest airports. People were not impressed.
Do This To Get Your Bag Off The Carousel Before The Rest Of The Plane
23 Nov 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Once you’ve touched down, the general idea is to get out of the airport as quickly as possible. With a little inside knowledge, you can speed up that luggage wait.
‘Life In Hel’ – This Influencer Has Decided To Live Inside An Airport For A Month [Video]
27 Sep 2017 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Tom Hanks did it for months on end in the movie ‘The Terminal’, and now this guy has drawn inspiration from the film. The airport does look pretty decent.
Why Is It Such A Big Deal To Airlines If You’re Slightly Late For Check-In?
04 Aug 2016 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Despite a frenzied rush to the departure gate, sometimes we end up cutting things a little fine. So what’s the big deal with being a tad late?
Flying Kulula Or BA Any Time Soon? You Can EXPECT Drama
14 Apr 2016 by Kiernan / No Comments
If you’re hopping on a plane in the next few days there are a few things you should bear in mind. Sorry, it’s not exactly good news either.
There Was A Near-Miss At OR Tambo Last Year And No-One Was Told
20 Nov 2014 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
Unless you’re flying business class and will actually be asleep should something bad happen during your flight, flying can be traumatic. So imagine being stuck up in cattle class and you see a plane coming right at you.
Global Freedom: How Your SA Passport Ranks Against Other Countries’ Passports
26 Jun 2014 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
A new map shows you which countries have the most powerful & least powerful passports in terms of gaining visa-free access to other countries.
Airplane Seating Wars – Now You Can Control How Far The Seat In Front Of You Reclines
09 Jun 2014 by Jasmine Stone / 3 Comments
If ever there was a must-have travel accessory, the Knee Defender is it. The Knee Defender safeguards precious legroom by preventing the seat in front of you from reclining any further. Sold?
This Is Everything That’s Wrong With Air Travel, And How To Fix It
02 Jun 2014 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
While airports, flying and everything in between may seem like a lost cause, there are some super-smart people thinking of ways to better the travelling experience for all involved, and that’s something worth taking note of.
There Is A Better Way To Go To The Toilet At An Airport
20 Feb 2014 by Jasmine Stone / No Comments
It’s an age old question. What do you do with your luggage when you’re on your ace at an airport and nature is calling? You could leave it out the door, right? Wrong. Unattended luggage in a bathroom stinks of bomb, and will induce panic. The only option is to take it with you into the stall, which is, you know, hell.
Massive News: Passengers Allowed Smartphones And Tablets For Entire Flight In US
01 Nov 2013 by Jasmine Stone / 3 Comments
Sure, we’re allowed to use our tablets and smartphones when we’ve reached altitude – but it’s the grinding boredom of takeoff and landing that needs to be addressed here. Surely watching a series on your tablet during takeoff won’t send the plane into the Atlantic? Happily, airline officials have begun to address this – with the US on the verge of relaxing these laws considerably.
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