Netherlands

Airlines and Aviation

Qatar Airways launches four additional flights from Amsterdam

Kanchan Nath Sep 18, 2024

Qatar Airways is growing its operations in Amsterdam from 10 weekly flights to 14 with the launch of four additional weekly flights from Amsterdam starting 12 November 2024 until 29 March…

Visa updates

Netherlands unlocks visa-free travel to 191 destinations: What it means for Dutch travelers and global tourism

Megha Paul Sep 3, 2024

The policy is anticipated to boost the Dutch economy by increasing outbound spending, attracting international tourists, and enhancing the country's appeal as a business hub.

Hotels

Conservatorium Hotel premieres ‘Ultimate Amsterdam 750’ experience to celebrate the city’s 750th birthday

Kanchan Nath Aug 14, 2024

The storied Conservatorium Hotel opened its doors in 2011 as the first and only Modern Grand Hotel in the city’s vibrant Museum Quarter.

Hotels

Avani Hotels & Resorts to debut in the Netherlands

Kanchan Nath Mar 21, 2024

Minor Hotels, a global hospitality group operating more than 540 hotels in 56 countries, is introducing Avani Hotels & Resorts to the Netherlands in Q2 of this year.

Cruise

Holland America Line’s 25-26 South America and Antarctica Cruises Includes UNESCO Sites

Joe Cusmano Nov 23, 2023

Bookings for Holland America Line’s South America and Antarctica season in 2025-2026 are now open. Guests may discover the region’s intriguing combination of various cultures,…

Hospitality

Hilton expands Rotterdam Portfolio with two new hotels

Kristin Mariano Sep 26, 2023

Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has signed a franchise agreement with Annexum to develop two hotels totalling 480 rooms in Rotterdam. Mainport Hotel Rotterdam Curio Collection by Hilton and DoubleTree…

Global

John Snyder to step down as CEO of BCD Travel after 30 years

Kristin Mariano May 16, 2023

After more than 30 years with the company, BCD Travel President and Chief Executive Officer John Snyder will step down on July 1, transitioning his responsibilities to current BORON CEO…

Hotels

New Holiday Inn Eindhoven Airport Hotel opens with 180 keys

Kanchan Nath May 11, 2023

The new Holiday Inn Eindhoven Airport Hotel, owned by Borealis Hotel Group, has officially opened its doors to the public.

Airlines and Aviation

Air France and KLM now available on Verteil’s NDC Platform

Kanchan Nath Apr 20, 2023

Air France and KLM (AFKL) and Verteil, a leading NDC technology provider for 40+ global airlines since 2016 announced that AFKL's offers are now live on Verteil Direct Connect.

MICE

MarketHub Europe to welcome 400 tourism leaders  

Kanchan Nath Mar 28, 2023

Europe’s leading names in travel and tourism will gather in  Amsterdam this week for the MarketHub Europe. Organised by Hotelbeds, the event combines a  conference and trade show at the nhow…

Airlines and Aviation

Air Canada to launch new Montreal-Amsterdam summer flights

Kanchan Nath Mar 17, 2023

Air Canada announced the addition of new, non-stop seasonal flights between Montreal and Amsterdam for this summer.

By the Way

No easy ‘weed’ in public spaces of Amsterdam anymore!

Kanchan Nath Feb 14, 2023

The Dutch capital of Netherlands has limited cannabis use only to the Red-Light District and designated coffee shops in an effort to save residents from tourists that come to have fun in the…

By the Way

American Airlines to transport over 417 tonnes of flowers from Europe to USA

Kanchan Nath Feb 10, 2023

American Airlines will fly over 417 tonnes of flowers from Amsterdam to the U.S. this Valentine’s Day, transporting the equivalent of 35 London buses of fresh tulips and roses for the…

Netherlands

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Deventer opens with 99 keys in the Netherlands

Kanchan Nath Dec 23, 2022

IHG Hotels & Resorts and Cycas Hospitality have celebrated the opening of the first Holiday Inn Express in Deventer, Netherlands, with the opening of Holiday Inn Express & Suites…

Visa updates

Turkish nationals will need a Transit Schengen visa to cross Netherlands as of 1 Dec

Kanchan Nath Nov 28, 2022

The majority of Turkish nationals who need to transit through the Netherlands’ Amsterdam Airport Schiphol en route to their destination country that is outside the European Union and…

Netherlands

68,000 Ukrainian refugees have got a residence permit in Netherlands

Kanchan Nath Nov 9, 2022

Dutch authorities have revealed that a total of 68,000 refugees from Ukraine have been granted permits of residency so far.

Technology

Automated In-Stay Upselling via Oaky: Increased convenience and efficiency for hotel staff and guests

Kristin Mariano Sep 20, 2022

Oaky, the hyper-personalised hotel upselling software, recently launched its new automated in-stay upselling feature. This addition to the platform allows hoteliers to automatically…

Eturbo News

Europe’s aviation chaos crushes confidence in flying

Harry Johnson Jul 19, 2022

Scheduled intra-continental airline seat capacity has seen a reduction of 5 percent across the European continent Europe’s aviation chaos crushes confidence in flying

Interviews

Oaky, Duetto pair up to enable hotels to provide personalised upgrade offers

Kristin Mariano Jul 19, 2022

Duetto and Oaky, two of hospitality industry’s best in class Revenue Strategy and Upselling platforms, have announced a strategic partnership that delivers analytically-powered, highly…

Eturbo News

Airports are a mess in the UK

Linda S. Hohnholz Jun 14, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN This past weekend, 159 flights were cancelled just at Gatwick Airport with EasyJet accounting for half of the flights cancelled with 80 trips off the tote boards on Sunday.…

Making innovative hotel management easier

Megha Paul May 19, 2022

Implementing the latest hotel technology solutions to optimise operations is essential for a hotel’s success in today’s dynamic and competitive market

World’s top countries with the best working conditions

Harry Johnson Apr 28, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN Packing up and moving to a foreign country is something we all consider from time to time. Work is a major factor that must be considered when looking at moving to a new…

Air

The Netherlands’ dramatic increase in airport charges threatens aviation recovery

Megha Paul Apr 26, 2022

IATA warned that a proposed 37% increase in airport charges in the Netherlands risks significant damage to the recovery of air connectivity in the country

How Oaky-Duetto partnership will lead to automated pricing for room upgrades

Megha Paul Apr 21, 2022

Oaky, the hyper-personalised hotel upselling solution, and Duetto, the leading revenue management software provider for hoteliers, are working now as strategic partners to enable dynamic…

Scenic cruises on European river programme

Megha Paul Apr 6, 2022

Luxury all-inclusive cruise line, Scenic has set sail on the Rhine River from Amsterdam with its eight-day Rhine Highlights itinerary – marking the first sailing in the brand’s return to its…

Global

Netherlands imposes testing rules for all travellers

Megha Paul Dec 23, 2021

The Dutch authorities announced new entry rules for third-country nationals and EU member states travellers, following the government’s national lockdown

Oaky rolls out chain dashboard to upsell management across hotel chains

Megha Paul Oct 1, 2021

Oaky has launched a Chain Dashboard feature, which allows bulk editing and adding of upsell deals and provides a broad overview of upselling initiatives across all properties in a chain or…

Amsterdam is open! Dutch travel restrictions ease and Amsterdam Dance Event returns

Megha Paul Sep 27, 2021

Fully vaccinated travellers no longer have to quarantine on arrival in the capital city of The Netherlands from this week onwards

Eturbo News

There is a new world’s busiest airport

Joe Cusmano Sep 3, 2021

For the first time ever, Amsterdam's Schiphol Airport has been named the world's busiest international airport, according to aviation data analysts OAG.

MICE

Quarantine on arrival and sudden lockdowns add to business travellers’ woes

Megha Paul Aug 24, 2021

Business travellers are raising concerns about the reliance on screen-based interaction as their primary meeting method

Global

Vaccine distribution as a key to unlocking pent-up travel demand, says Booking.com CEO

Megha Paul Jul 15, 2021

Glenn Fogel, president and CEO at Booking Holdings and CEO, Booking.com talks about post-covid travel, how business has changed in the past one year and vaccine distribution as a key to…

Hospitality

The Pavilions becomes first hotel group to accept cryptocurrency

Megha Paul Jul 8, 2021

The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts has enhanced its guest experiences by becoming the first international boutique hotel group to accept cryptocurrencies from any country for hotel bookings,

Features

Amsterdam red light district to be moved from the city centre

Joe Cusmano Feb 19, 2021

From brothels to sex shops to museums, the Amsterdam Red Light District has it all.

Guest Column

KLM to Halt Long-Haul Operations to Stem COVID-19 Spread

Joe Cusmano Jan 26, 2021

Amsterdam’s Schiphol Airport is set to fall rather quiet today as Dutch flag carrier KLM has announced it will bring most of its flying to a halt.

Reopening updates

India adds Netherlands and Tanzania in air bubble arrangement list

Megha Paul Oct 29, 2020

India has now entered into an air bubble agreement with the Netherlands and Tanzania

Unveiling private luxury palace ‘The Mayor’s Residence’ at Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam

Megha Paul Aug 27, 2020

Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam is unveiling The Mayor’s Residence, a private nine-bedroom palace with the services of the renowned five-star hotel

citizenM unveils minimal-fuss contactless experience

Megha Paul Aug 14, 2020

Using a mobile device, guests at citizenM hotels can open their rooms or create a key card

France, the Netherlands, Monaco, Malta, Turks & Caicos and Aruba removed from UK’s safe travel list

Kristin Mariano Aug 14, 2020

Transport secretary Grant Shapps has announced six more countries that have been added to the UK's travel quarantine list.

Routes launches new hybrid event for 2020

Megha Paul Aug 6, 2020

A new event by Routes, Routes Reconnected, will provide an innovative platform for the aviation industry to rebuild air services in the post-pandemic era

Hot hotel openings this week

Megha Paul Jul 24, 2020

The week witnessed a series of milestone hotel openings

Hyatt Place Amsterdam Airport ensures safe way to meet

Kristin Mariano Jun 3, 2020

In order to ensure people have a safe way of meeting up with friends and family in person, Hyatt Place Amsterdam Airport has renovated their connecting rooms by installing a plexiglass…

10 destinations where Brits want to go post lockdown

Kristin Mariano May 7, 2020

Coronavirus may have halted the nation’s short-term travel plans, but it hasn’t stopped British holidaymakers dreaming of the destinations they’ll visit as soon as the lockdown is lifted.

November dates for IATA’s 76th AGM

Megha Paul May 1, 2020

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that its rescheduled 76th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit will take place in Amsterdam, the…

Charity / Sustainability / CSR

5 eco-cities for conscious commuters

Kristin Mariano Apr 22, 2020

In today’s society, being aware of your eco-footprint is increasingly important. Whether it’s during your commute, in the office, or even during your lunch break, some cities are better…

IoT tech takes strain off hotels, quarantine facilities

Kristin Mariano Apr 16, 2020

Tech firm Essence Group, along with partner FocusCura, are installing their remote monitoring tele-care technology to provide support to COVID-19 patients who have been discharged from…

76th IATA AGM And World Air Transport Summit postponed

Megha Paul Apr 7, 2020

International Air Transport Association (IATA) has postponed the 76th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit. The event had been scheduled to take place on 22-23…

Nominations open for 2nd diversity and inclusion awards: IATA

Megha Paul Mar 5, 2020

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that nominations have opened for second edition of the IATA Diversity & Inclusion Awards which recognise and encourage…

Turkey to allow visa-free travel for six European countries

Megha Paul Feb 23, 2020

Citizens of six more European countries will be able to travel to Turkey without a visa starting next month. The country will lift visa restrictions for tourists from Austria, Belgium,…

Tourism

5 most popular destinations for UK business travellers

Kristin Mariano Feb 17, 2020

Latest research has revealed the locations most popular with those travelling overseas for business in the last year.

Cosmopolitan social hub nhow Amsterdam unveiled

Megha Paul Feb 12, 2020

The first nhow hotel in Amsterdam has opened its doors, with cultural influences from around the world on display throughout its 24 storeys. A vibrant mix of colours, lights and patterns…

Eurostar transforms London-Amsterdam link

Megha Paul Feb 5, 2020

Eurostar, the high-speed rail link between the UK and mainland Europe, announced that from 30 April its London-Amsterdam service will operate fully direct both to and from the…

Cruise

Sail on exclusive river cruise with Aled Jones

Megha Paul Feb 5, 2020

The Travelmarvel Capella is set to sparkle brighter in April 2021, as classical singer and presenter Aled Jones MBE steps aboard for three days of exclusive events. Cruising along the…

BCD Travel acquires Milan partner to grow events biz

Megha Paul Feb 5, 2020

Leading global travel management company BCD Travel has acquired the business travel and meetings and events activities of its long-time Milan-based partner in Italy, Ventura Spa. The…

Nostalgia sojourn: CMV sails back to the ’80s

Megha Paul Feb 3, 2020

Rewind ‘back to the 80s’ with Cruise & Maritime Voyages (CMV) on its special themed cruise on board Magellan with Spandau Ballet, Simply Red and Blondie tribute bands. The two-nights…

Art metropolis for business

Megha Paul Jan 30, 2020

Set in the historic Museum Square district, Conservatorium Hotel Amsterdam’s central location is ideal for business travellers. Roy Tomassen, general manager of the Conservatorium Hotel…

Jet Airways to sell Netherlands business to KLM

Megha Paul Jan 20, 2020

Bankrupt Indian airline Jet Airways said it had agreed to sell its assets in Netherlands to Dutch airline KLM. If the deal is finalised, it will only involve a sale of part of the…

Technology

Booking.com debuts digital guide for cities CityBook

Kristin Mariano Jan 17, 2020

Booking.com is committed to making it easier for everyone to navigate and experience the world with its new product Citybook. It is a responsive digital guide for cities that seamlessly…

Hotelbeds inks deal with citizenM Shanghai Hongqiao

Megha Paul Jan 15, 2020

Hotelbeds, the bedbank company, has announced a strategic partnership with citizenM Shanghai Hongqiao, a Shanghai based property of the Netherlands-based hotel chain citizenM. The deal…

10 most expensive European cities to spend New Year’s Eve 2020

Kristin Mariano Dec 27, 2019

Where’s the best place to ring in the New Year? TicketLens is releasing a study that reveals the Most Expensive European Capital Cities To Visit on New Year’s Eve.

Features

Where are Brits flying to this Christmas?

Kristin Mariano Dec 23, 2019

As Christmas is just a few days away, people are packing their bags gearing for the holidays. Peer-to-peer travel money provider WeSwap has commissioned research from its 500,000-strong…

Top 10 destinations for UK holidaymakers in 2020

Kristin Mariano Dec 3, 2019

Online travel company eDreams ODIGEO has analysed booking data from over 18 million customers to predict the top destinations consumers are set to visit next year in its annual European…

Hospitality

Conservatorium: Hotel for lovers of design, history and finer things in life

Megha Paul Nov 20, 2019

Built in the late 19th century, the Conservatorium in Amsterdam, was originally a bank before becoming a 20th-century music school and now has been transformed into five-star Leading Hotel…

YOTEL: “We’re planning to shake up the scene in Noord”

Alastair Newport Nov 1, 2019

Innovative hospitality brand YOTEL has announced Amsterdam, as the location of its latest property to come online. As of 4 November Amsterdam Noord will fling open its doors to welcome…

Gulf Air and KLM Royal Dutch in codeshare partnership

Megha Paul Oct 30, 2019

Gulf Air, the national airline of Bahrain, and KLM Royal Dutch Airlines have signed a codeshare partnership, for travel commencing from 27 October 2019. The announcement follows the…

Technology

Now, Grab a ride across Southeast Asia through Booking.com app

Megha Paul Oct 30, 2019

Booking.com has launched its on-demand ride-hailing service in partnership with Grab, giving the online travel agency (OTA) app users access to the largest fleet of drivers across eight…

PREM Group inks pact with IHG for Benelux and Germany

Megha Paul Oct 23, 2019

Irish based PREM Hospitality has signed a multiple development agreement (MDA) with InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG). The deal will see PREM Hospitality sign franchise agreements for…

Bidroom members enjoy discount from 16 new travel and lifestyle brands

Kristin Mariano Oct 22, 2019

Bidroom members can now enjoy special offers from 16 travel and lifestyle brands that will define the future of travel in Europe.

Let’s talk sustainable river business, says CLIA

Megha Paul Oct 17, 2019

Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) UK and Ireland has revealed its speaker line up for this year’s River Cruise Conference, taking place in Amsterdam from 10-11 November.…

Going Dutch: Ottawa Tourism and Hague Convention Bureau MICE partnership

Alastair Newport Sep 19, 2019

Senior representatives from Ottawa Tourism and The Hague Convention Bureau gathered this week to witness the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding that will bring the two cities’…

Hotel booking wars? No-Commission Bidroom announces arrival in Asia Pacific

Megha Paul Sep 17, 2019

Bidroom, a no-commission membership-based hotel platform, is looking to expand its portfolio within the Asia Pacific region. Launched in 2014 in the Netherlands, Bidroom currently offers…

Features

10 countries perfect for a backpacking trip

Kristin Mariano Aug 26, 2019

Ever get the urge to grab your backpack and go explore new places, new cultures and meet new people? Backpacking is an amazing way to see the world without the expensive price tag.

OYO Vacation Homes to hire 1,000 employees in Europe by 2020

Megha Paul Aug 21, 2019

OYO Vacation Homes, vacation rental companies in Europe, has announced it will hire at least 1.000 employees in Europe by 2020. This decision follows the recently stated commitment to…

Airports

10 airports perfect for business travellers

Kristin Mariano Jul 30, 2019

Travelling for business and for leisure obviously have different requirements for a traveller; luggage will generally be a lot less in volume, different items will need to be packed and even…

Tourism

10 last-minute inexpensive city break destinations

Kristin Mariano Jul 29, 2019

Summer is here and everyone is bound somewhere for a holiday, especially in August bank holiday.

MICE

Still number one: London tops European MICE chart for the fifth time

Alastair Newport Jul 17, 2019

Maestro of MICE Cvent, has unleashed its yearly list of the top meeting destinations for meetings and events in Europe. For the fifth consecutive year, London retained its number one…

Europe

Eurostar expands hotel inventory with 70 new hotels

Alastair Newport Jul 15, 2019

Eurostar has announced it will get a boost to its hotel inventory following the expansion of its its partnership with WebBeds. Seventy new hotels will be added to its rail and accommodation…

Technology

BCD Travel unveils new version of TripSource app

Megha Paul Jul 15, 2019

Global travel management company BCD Travel will launch a new version of its mobile app, TripSource, later this month. Built from the ground up, the entirely new TripSource app leverages…

Hospitality

Room rate growth paves the way in Amsterdam

Megha Paul Jul 12, 2019

With international and domestic visitation to Amsterdam growing by nearly 7% a year over the past 10 years, hotels in the Dutch capital have experienced robust growth with rooms revenue…

Air

World Economic Forum launches Canada-Netherlands paperless travel

Megha Paul Jul 1, 2019

The World Economic Forum and the governments of the Netherlands and Canada launched the first pilot project for paperless travel between the two countries at Montreal Airport. Known…

Tourism

Pack your bags! These are the top 10 countries for expats

Kristin Mariano Jun 18, 2019

Globehunters has analysed 34 OECD countries based on 11 factors to know the best place to relocate as an expat.

Tourism

Brits pay the most traffic tickets in Italy

Megha Paul Jun 17, 2019

According to data collected by PayTicket, British tourists receive the highest of traffic tickets in Italy and the Netherlands. The report revealed that 88% of traffic tickets are issued…

Air

Virgin Atlantic joins Air France-KLM’s Bluebiz rewards programme

Megha Paul Jun 6, 2019

Virgin Atlantic is now part of Bluebiz, a rewards programme for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SME) which also includes KLM, Air France, Delta and Kenya Airways.

Air

Going Dutch: KLM Royal Dutch Airlines to host 76th IATA AGM in Amsterdam

Megha Paul Jun 4, 2019

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will host the 76th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit in…

Air

KLM to unveil new flights to India as it steps up to fill Jet’s slots

Megha Paul May 31, 2019

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will be expanding its network to include Bengaluru. The airline will launch a thrice-weekly direct service from Amsterdam to Bengaluru from 31 October. These…

Attractions

Tiqets bets big on East Asian powerhouse of Japan

Megha Paul May 30, 2019

Tiqets.com, the global platform for cultural venues and attractions, headquartered in Amsterdam, is now entering Japan.

Tourism

Alternative European breaks to avoid overtourism

Kristin Mariano May 28, 2019

When planning a summer getaway, a number of classic European cities spring to mind. However, some destinations like Paris, Amsterdam and Burges are roamed by crowds of tourists.

Technology

Travix signs new GDS agreement with “trusted technology partner”

Alastair Newport May 16, 2019

Amadeus and Dutch based OTA Travix, compounded their existing relationship today with the announcement that the companies have enhanced the long-standing partnership by signing an agreement…

Tourism Boards

Netherlands to halt promotions to curb overtourism

Kristin Mariano May 10, 2019

While countries like Sri Lanka and Lithuania are actively promoting their destinations and attractions, the Netherlands has taken the opposite road as the country’s tourism board will halt…

Tourism

5 countries with the biggest increase in popularity

Kristin Mariano Apr 14, 2019

Exotic destinations are rising in popularity as travellers are shunning traditional holiday destinations.

Hotels

“The ideal environment”: Deutsche Hospitality thrives in the Netherlands

Tian Tolentino Mar 22, 2019

Deutsche Hospitality drives its expansion forward in the Netherlands with a second IntercityHotel in Amsterdam, set for 2021.

Airlines and Aviation

Going Dutch: KLM and Tata celebrate 25 years of innovation

Alastair Newport Sep 19, 2018

Dutch airline KLM and tech partner Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) marked the quarter century of doing business together this week.

Hotels

easyHotel expands portfolio with new property in the Netherlands

Tian Tolentino Jul 25, 2018

Online booking platform and owner of ‘super budget’ branded hotels, easyHotel, has expanded its international portfolio to 28 hotels with the opening of a new hotel in Maastricht,…

Global

Amsterdam is UK’s favourite holiday destination: SEMrush

MILI SEMLANI Semlani Jul 9, 2018

New UK search data from online data provider SEMrush found that the Dutch capital beat the likes of New York, Barcelona, Paris and Dubai, to claim the top spot on the list of total searches…

Cruise

The River Cruise Line new brochure unveils new ships and itineraries

Alastair Newport May 22, 2018

Following its takeover last year by Arena Travel, River Cruise Line has unveiled its latest line-up of new itineraries with the launch of its 2019 brochure which, compounded by seven fresh…

Hotels

Playful, high-tech and bold: Moxy Hotels hits Amsterdam

Alastair Newport Apr 26, 2018

Following the opening of its Malaysian location in October last year, Marriot International’s experiential brand Moxy Hotels has returned to Europe by opening Moxy Houthavens in Amsterdam,…

Air

Eurostar debuts London to Amsterdam train route – we look at the pros and cons of ‘The Chunnel’ versus flying

Kristin Mariano Apr 6, 2018

Eurostar’s new service from London to Amsterdam made its maiden voyage on 5 April - despite the French rail industry doing everything they could to ruin the party with their strike.

Cruise

Crystal unveils 45 new Crystal Getaways for 2018, set to sail between May and November

Alastair Newport Apr 5, 2018

Two years on from announcing their entry into the river cruise market with the unveiling of the repurposed Crystal Mozart. Crystal River Cruises has created new ‘Crystal Getaways’ for…

Consumer

Amadeus wins contract for Flight Centre’s distribution business in EMEA and Asia

Tian Tolentino Mar 26, 2018

Two industry heavyweights come together today as Amadeus and Flight Centre announce their strategic partnership to drive progress for compliance with IATAs' NDC (New Distribution Capability)…

Features

7 pod hotels to catch some rest on World Sleep Day 2018

Kristin Mariano Mar 16, 2018

Today, 16 March, we celebrate the benefits of good and healthy sleep - it's World Sleep Day! Good skin, a clear mind and better memory, these are only some of the benefits of a good night’s…

Airlines and Aviation

Asian air route updates: new flights from Garuda, KLM, AirAsia and more…

Mark Elliott May 18, 2017

Bali gets another Chinese connection Where? Bali (Indonesia) to Chengdu (China) When? Three times a week, effective 22 May 2017 Who? Garuda Indonesia Why? Part of the Indonesian…

Ireland

KLM adds additional frequency on Dublin route

Maria Airey May 16, 2017

From 10 July, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines will operate an additional frequency on the Dublin to Amsterdam route, further increasing the capital’s connectivity with Amsterdam, and the world.…

Airlines and Aviation

Jet adds European links from Chennai, Bengaluru

Mark Elliott Apr 25, 2017

Jet Airways will start flying direct from Chennai and Bengaluru to Europe later this year, with the launch of two new long-haul routes. Commencing 29 October 2017, the Indian carrier…

Hotels

Where to Stay: New hotels in India, Australia, Maldives and more…

Mark Elliott Apr 17, 2017

Eastin Hotel Kurseong Location: Located on the foothills of the Himalayas in India's Darjeeling tea-producing area, West Bengal state Grade: Upscale Keys: 35 Facilities: Five…

Hotels

Where to Stay: New hotels in China, the US, Vietnam and more

Mark Elliott Feb 20, 2017

The St Regis Changsha Location: On the 48th to 63rd floors of one of the tallest skyscrapers in Changsha, the capital of China's Hunan province Grade: Luxury Keys: 188 Facilities:…