Perhaps they brought the flurries: Just as Swiss tourism representatives sought to showcase the alpine country’s warm-weather charms — from hiking to biking across verdant meadows, to sunbathing by Lake Geneva — snow began to fall in Atlanta.
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Posted inIsrael
As Ceasefire Holds, Delta Announces Return of Tel Aviv Flights — but Not Yet From Atlanta
After a 12-year hiatus, Delta Air Lines Inc. restarted nonstop flights from Atlanta to Tel Aviv in 2023, only to have to back out of Israel altogether after the outbreak […]
Posted inAfrica
Five Countries, Three Continents: Global Atlanta Travels in 2024
Global Atlanta is a decidedly local news platform — with a unique wrinkle. Our news stories always have a Georgia connection, but we also require an international link as we […]
Posted inMiddle East - North Africa
Abu Dhabi to Atlanta: Etihad to Add Hartsfield-Jackson to Route Map Next Summer
Atlanta is among the 10 new international cities that Middle Eastern carrier Etihad Airways is set to add to its route map next summer with new nonstop flights.
Posted inBarbados
Barbados Reps: Atlantans, Don’t Let the Beaches Distract You From Business
With a new nonstop flight to Barbados, Atlantans should come to the eastern Caribbean island to experience the sun, sea and sand, government officials said during a launch party for the new Delta Air Lines route Friday.
But beaches shouldn’t distract them from business.
Posted inMiddle East - North Africa
New Flights to Saudi Arabia From Atlanta in the Offing?
Atlanta could soon gain new flights to Saudi Arabia through one of Delta Air Lines Inc.’s announced partnerships with two airlines in the country.
Posted inAfrica
Kenya Airports Eye Agreement With Atlanta as Business Leaders Angle for Direct Flight
Kenya’s president jetting to Atlanta on a private plane earlier this year added fuel to the fire of criticism about his U.S. visit.
But if airport officials on both sides have their way, William Ruto and any subsequent Kenyan leaders would be able to fly commercial next time they come to drum up business in the Georgia capital.
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Ethiopian Airlines Invites Atlantans to the Great Ethiopian Run
Ethiopian Airlines is inviting Atlanta-based travelers to embark on a journey that combines adventure and culture: participating in one of the world’s most famous running races, the 2024 Great Ethiopian […]
Posted inMexico
Seasonal Flight to Link Atlanta With Mexican Port City, Showcase Tourism Offerings
A seasonal flight starting Nov. 2 is set to link Atlanta with a Mexican port city aiming to showcase its charms to local travelers.
Posted inAfrica
South Africa Becomes Atlanta Airport’s Fifth ‘Sister’ From the Continent
South Africa on Sept. 27 became the fifth nation in Africa to sign a “sister airport” agreement with Hartsfield-Jackson, becoming the newest member of the growing sorority the world’s busiest airport is convening on the continent.