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Memberships and Consumer Protection

Africa Sky protects your investment in your holiday through membership of professional bodies and full compliance with their published codes of best conduct and practice.

CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) and ATOL (Air Travel Organiser’s Licence)

Africa Sky is fully ATOL bonded with the CAA (ATOL Number 9759).

The CAA is the UK's aviation regulator overseeing air safety, airspace regulation and consumer protection through the management of the Air Travel Organisers' Licensing (ATOL) scheme. All air tour and holiday operators in the UK are required by law to hold an ATOL licence which requires the deposit of a substantial financial bond with the CAA. ATOL prevents you losing money or being stranded abroad should there be problems with your tour provider by refunding any monies paid or arranging for those already abroad to finish their holiday and fly home.

Visit CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) and ATOL (Air Travel Organiser’s Licence) website

IATA (International Air Transport Association)

Africa Sky is also involved with I A T A, the main forum for international inter-airline cooperation, which now includes 230 members from 126 countries throughout the world.

Visit IATA (International Air Transport Association) website

ATTA (Advancing Tourism to Africa)

Africa Sky is a fully participating member of ATTA, the voice of African tourism. It’s run by an executive based in London, supported by a board of advisors from across the African tourism industry. ATTA is not a regulatory authority and has no legal sanction over the operational practices of its members. However, it does encourage and promote best practice amongst members through regular forums, seminars and exhibitions. ATTA members must demonstrate an ongoing commitment to co-operate in order to promote African tourism and achieve the highest possible standards for their customers.

Visit ATTA (Advancing Tourism to Africa) website

CTO (Caribbean Tourism Organisation)

Africa Sky is a member of the CTO which sets out to support tourism across the Caribbean region. It aims to help ensure that tourists are offered the best range of options and delivered the best possible experiences during any visit. More importantly, it has a huge focus on the social and economic benefits for the people of the Caribbean.

To find out more see www.onecaribbean.org

IAGTO (International Association of Golf Tour Operators)

Africa Sky is a full member of IAGTO. The organisation estimates it oversees 85% of golf holidays sold worldwide. It provides great contacts to ensure the best deals are available to members, new opportunities to bring new ideas and new packages to customers as well as training and assistance to ensure that the best advice and service is delivered to the customer.