Our very own Captain, Jonathan Gerber took to the Inspire Stage at WTM Africa 2026 – part of Africa Travel Week hosted in the beautiful city of Cape Town. With over 6,000 travel professionals in attendance, this leading B2B showcase continues to bring the world to Africa and Africa to the world ~ a powerful […]
Passengers and global connectivity will benefit if airlines are granted slot relief during the ongoing crisis in the Middle East. Latest blog from IATA’s SVP Operations, Safety and Security, Nick Careen explains how regulators can grant the Justified Non-Use of Slots (JNUS) exemption fairly . https://bit.ly/41zBTxw
Now this is the kind of midweek energy we love… celebrating the wins, the work and the warriors behind it all. Some of our TAG (Travel Assignment Group) Foundation students have been out there doing the most and it’s paying off in the best way possible. Hard work, commitment and grit? Recognised. Rewarded. Respected. Term […]
Lindy McClymont Head of Faculty LLC Academy & facilitator of our TAG (Travel Assignment Group) Class of 2️⃣ 0️⃣ 2️⃣ 6️⃣ : “A year ago, a group of leaders stepped into the TAG LEAD Programme. Last week, they walked out transformed. In a world that is constantly shifting, investing in people isn’t optional – it’s […]
Let’s be honest for a second, Taggers… travel is exciting, but the process? Not always. Behind the dream trips and seamless itineraries, there are a few not-so-glamorous frustrations that travellers (both corporate and leisure) quietly deal with every day. ✈️ The Real Talk: Travel Frustrations We All Know ▪️ Being stuck on hold when you […]
Overseas markets continue to anchor South Africa’s international tourism performance, with Europe and North America remaining key contributors to inbound travel. Overseas tourists accounted for over 220,000 arrivals in February 2026, with countries such as the United Kingdom, Germany and the United States continuing to anchor demand. Together, these three markets alone contributed nearly half […]
Irene Van Aswegen and Nadine Morley ~ Swapping out their corporate heels for safety boots this week, when they had the opportunity to visit the Mpact Limited offices in Germiston. “What an experience!” ~ reports Irene. This division of Mpact is the newest addition to TAG (Travel Assignment Group) and we’re truly honoured that they’ve […]
Because let’s be honest… the world could do with a little magic, a few blessings and maybe even a wish or two coming true right now. Taggers, we’re going full green, full charm, full wanderlust, with our Tuesday Travel Pick: Ireland – the ultimate pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Our expert […]
✈️ Middle East Updates: Latest news on the wires and from our trusted air partners ➡️ 16 March 2026.
Dubai Civil Aviation Authority announces: Flights to and from DXB gradually resuming to selected destinations following a temporary suspension earlier. Passengers please check with your TAG (Travel Assignment Group) agent and/or airline for latest updates. Qatar Airways updates: Departures from DOH – 16 March Perth (PER), Muscat (MCT), Bangkok (BKK), Dhaka (DAC), Kochi (COK), Jakarta […]
✈️ Taggers, Latest Middle East Updates: 12 March 2026. Still a very fluid and evolving situation, TAG (Travel Assignment Group) along with our partners and suppliers, are closely monitoring all the ‘happenings’ and current situation. Scheduled flight operations in the Middle East still are temporarily suspended due to the closure of Qatari airspace. ️ Key […]