Ethiopian Airlines refurbishes B767-300 fleet
Ethiopian Airlines Group has fully refurbished its Boeing 767-300 ER fleet utilised on routes to India, Middle East and Africa destinations.
It is fitted with new full flat-bed seats in…
Air New Zealand bids farewell to Boeing 767s
Air New Zealand has retired its fleet of Boeing 767 aircraft, more than 30 years after the aircraft were first introduced.
The airline's last remaining 230-seat 767-300 aircraft took…
Icelandair signs Boeing deal for two 767-300s
Icelandair will welcome two new Boeing 767-300 aircraft as part of an upgrade of its fleet.
The two aircraft will have capacity for 260 passengers and will join the airline’s fleet in…
沙特一架波音767客机因故障迫降致29人受伤
据新华网报道，沙特阿拉伯航空公司(沙航)一架客机5日发生故障，在沙特阿拉伯西部城市麦地那紧急迫降，致29人受伤，其中3人伤势严重。
沙航发言人哈立德5日说，这架沙航波音767客机载着299名乘客和16名机组人员，当天凌晨从伊朗马什哈德机场起飞，在麦地那机场降落时，右后侧轮胎发生故障。飞行员在两次降落尝试失败后实施迫降。…
Air Astana adds two new Boeing 767s
Air Astana has started revamping its long-haul fleet with the addition of two new Boeing 767-300ER aircraft.
The new wide-body aircraft, which were ordered together with three Boeing…
Qantas completes B767 upgrade
Qantas completed a programme of interior upgrades on its domestic fleet of Boeing 767 aircraft.
The AU$20 million (US$19.5m) project has seen the refurbishment of all 15 of the…
MIAT Mongolian Air receives new B767
MIAT Mongolian Airlines has taken delivery of a new Boeing 767-300ER aircraft - the first ever to be purchased directly by the airline.
The new wide-body aircraft touched down at…
Qantas continues B767 revamp
Qantas will deploy its revamped Boeing 767 aircraft on all weekday flights between Brisbane and Perth from 31 March 2013.
The move marks the continuation of the airline's roll-out of its…
Qantas revamps B767 fleet
Qantas has announced plans to speed up the refurbishment its 16 Boeing 767 aircraft.
The first of the revamped B767s commenced flying on domestic routes today, with new interiors and the…
Qantas to revamp B767s
Qantas will upgrade the interiors of 16 Boeing 767 aircraft. The revamp forms part of a wider investment in the airline's domestic passenger products, and will see each B767 equipped with…
United’s revamped B767s enter service
United Airlines yesterday introduced its newly reconfigured Boeing 767-300 aircraft into service.
The aircraft now features flat-bed seats in a new United BusinessFirst cabin, along with…
LAN installs winglets on B767s
LAN Airlines has completed the installation of winglet devices across its entire long-haul Boeing 767 fleet. The US$80 million initiative is expected to offer 4% savings in terms of fuel,…
United Continental buys winglets for B767s
United Continental Holdings has ordered Blended Winglets for its Boeing 767-300ERs. Installation of the winglets on 14 aircraft is planned to commence in early 2012. With this order,…
LAN orders three new B767s
Boeing has announced that Chile's LAN Airlines ordered three additional 767-300ER aircraft valued at US$493 million at list prices. The order brings the total number of 767s ordered by LAN…
Boeing rolls out 1,000th 767
Boeing has completed the ceremonial rollout of its 1,000th 767 aircraft. Hundreds of current employees, joined by Boeing retirees who worked on the first 767, gathered to…
Boeing assembles 1,000th 767
Final assembly started today on the 1,000th Boeing (NYSE: BA) 767 airplane. Workers marked the milestone with a celebration at the Everett, Wash. factory."This milestone is a…
Condor christens Boeing 767
Condor has named its Boeing 767 'Charlie Brown' to raise awareness of its partnership with an aid charity. "By christening our Boeing 767 we hope to raise awareness of the partnership…
Boeing, ANA announce order for 777s, 767s
SEATTLE, Dec. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Boeing (NYSE:BA) and ANA (All Nippon Airways) today announced an order for five 777-200ER (Extended Range) and five 767-300ER jetliners. The…
Boeing, ANA announce order for 777s, 767s
SEATTLE, Dec. 21 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Boeing (NYSE:BA) and ANA (All Nippon Airways) today announced an order for five 777-200ER (Extended Range) and five 767-300ER jetliners. The…
Boeing delivers 50th 767 to JAL
Boeing has delivered the 50th 767 jetliner to Japan Airlines (JAL), the fifth-largest 767 operator in the world. The 767-300ER is the 404th Boeing airplane delivered to Tokyo-based JAL…
Uzbekistan Airways buys four 767s
Uzbekistan Airways has purchased four Boeing 767-300ER aircraft, valued at US$597 million. The new planes add to the two Boeing 787s the Central Asian carrier already has on…
The most popular spring destinations according to Instagram revealed
Springtime is upon us, and we are all starting to consider a spring holiday or quick city break. However, with so many unique options dotted all around the world, it can be difficult to…
Flight levels in each European nation bounce back post pandemic
Flight analysis from Cirium, the aviation analytics firm, reviews the recovery of flights from each European country and shows how each nation has bounced back from the pandemic.
US Welcomed 5,015,338 International Visitors in December 2022
by: Harry Johnson |
In December 2022 international visitor arrivals to the United States increased +46.2% compared to December 2021
Full article: US Welcomed 5,015,338 International…
Which tourist attraction would the Brits like to tick off in their bucket list?
At MoneyTransfers.com they explored which tourist attractions are the most popular amongst Brits.
Book a Bournemouth Beach Lodge in 2023
A stylish seaside holiday can be booked at any time of the year at the Bournemouth Beach Lodges, including at Easter.
Lufthansa Orders 22 Long-Haul Aircraft
The Lufthansa Group is investing in additional cutting-edge long-haul aircraft. The Group Executive Board has ordered ten Airbus A350-1000 passenger planes, five Airbus A350-900 planes,…
Ruby Hotels implements Shiji Enterprise Platform as PMS across the group
Shiji, the global hospitality technology innovator, has announced that Ruby Hotels has successfully implemented Shiji Enterprise Platform (PMS) across all properties.
Sky Vacations announces new experiences to Japan
Sky Vacations, one of North America's leading tour operators has announced the expansion of its Japan portfolio with new land journeys
Top 10 Business Travel Stats and Facts to Know in 2023
Passport Photo Online have compiled a data-driven roundup of corporate travel statistics, facts, and trends for 2023 and beyond.
‘HaqSeKarungiTravel’ from Goibibo
Humans may be planning a fun trip to Mars but taking a solo trip of a few hundred kilometers remains a struggle for women to date.
CGH Earth introduces e-bikes at their Kerala properties
CGH Earth introduces electric bikes at their popular properties in Kerala - Eight Bastion in Fort Kochi, Marari Beach in Mararikulam, and Coconut Lagoon in Kumarakom.
Healing with Ayurveda at Ayushakti
Ayushakti’s most recent patient recovery case study gets published in the Globally renowned European Journal of Applied Science
Faster connections and direct access at Mumbai International Airport
Enhancing passenger’s travel experience, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) introduced new facility that allows for ease in transfer for passengers with connecting…
Indians want to give ‘online travel Shagun’ this wedding season: MakeMyTrip
MakeMyTrip has witnessed an increasing trend of consumers opting to give Shagun in the form of an ‘online gift card’ to their friends, relatives, and colleagues.
Fly high with your girl gang at Udaan by Le Sutra
Celebrate this Women’s Day with your girl gang at Le Sutra Great Escapes’ latest Villa in Lonavala, Udaan.
Commvault to host ‘Connections on the Road’ in Riyadh
Commvault, a global enterprise leader in data management across on-premises, cloud, and SaaS environments, announces its Connections on the Road event will take place at Four Seasons Hotel…
Bahrain’s Al Hashemi crowned Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Endurance Cup champion in AlUla
Mohamed Abdulhameed Al Hashemi from Bahrain held off a strong Spanish challenge to claim overall victory in the 2023 edition of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Endurance Cup, the…
Gulf Air preforms a low emission flypast at Bahrain Grand Prix
Gulf Air, the national carrier of the Kingdom of Bahrain, and the World’s Most Improved Airlines 2022, will perform a low emission flypast at the 2023 Formula 1 season opener over the…
Zone Connect Port Blair opens with 24 keys
Apeejay Surendra Park Hotels announces the launch of its first hotel in the Bay of Bengal - Zone Connect Port Blair.
Oman Air receives New Boeing 737 MAX 8
Oman Air, the national airline of the Sultanate of Oman, has announced the delivery of a new Boeing 737 MAX 8 from CDB Aviation.
Lufthansa orders new Airbus and Boeing aircraft worth $7.5 billion
by: Harry Johnson |
The Lufthansa Group is also in advanced negotiations to acquire further long-haul aircraft which could be made available at shorter notice
Full article: Lufthansa…
ITB Berlin 2023 deeper meaning for WTN, UNWTO and Georgia
by: Juergen T Steinmetz |
The first ITB travel trade exhibition after COVID is about to open in Berlin, Germany, Georgia style. There may be a deeper reason behind it.
Full article: ITB…
Oceania cruises showcases the natural wonders of Alaska’s “Last Frontier”
Oceania Cruises offers an abundance of immersive experiences in “The Last Frontier,” embedding travellers in the fabric of Alaska’s local communities.
Travel Trends for 2023
The all-in-one, online travel booking platform, travelplanbooker.com, has outlined the themes expected to influence travel in 2023, plus the top destinations to visit this year.
5 reasons why Cross Hotels & Resorts is APAC’s hotel operator of choice
Cross Hotels & Resorts is committed to delivering value, distinction and, most importantly, memorable experiences in all of the properties it manages. Since its rebranding, Cross…
‘Revenge Travel’ and ‘Fear of Missing Out’ (FOMO) fuel travel bookings
With the pandemic in the rear-view mirror and popular, global destinations open to international visitors once more, travellers are increasingly confident about booking their dream holidays…
Halong Bay unveils its most lavish day cruise ever
Ambassador Cruise is heralding the dawn of a new day in cruising Halong Bay, with the launch of a day cruise on a new vessel with restaurants and bars, an outdoor jacuzzi and a striking…
‘Work from Anywhere’ trend continues in business travel
A recent Business Impact Survey from The Advantage Travel Partnership, Britain’s largest consortium of independent travel agents, has revealed the latest business travel booking trends…
New partnership expands TMC servicing abilities
A newly formed partnership between Traxo and Agentivity will significantly expand a TMC’s ability to offer servicing of booking data even if made outside the TMC channel.
Blockchain technology revolutionizes the travel sector
Spanish technology consultancy, Hiberus, along with Swiss based travel tech pioneer, Chain4Travel, are together working on an exciting new project to offer intelligent travel insurance…
Enjoy up to 23% with Oman Air’s global sale
Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has launched its highly anticipated Global Sale, offering up to 23% off Business and Economy Class fares.
Plymouth prepares for French tourism boost
Plymouth is aiming to welcome an influx of French visitors this year through an initiative with Brittany Ferries, showcasing the city as a go-to destination.
Top 5 data privacy trends for 2023
Astrid Gobardhan, data privacy officer, VFS Global shares five industry trends on data privacy this year.
Vista revenue up over 50% YOY
Vista Global Holding (Vista), the world’s global private aviation group, provides a market update and overview into its exceptional performance for 2022, reflecting the positive trends…
QRPC members can now collect & spend Avios at HIA
Members of Qatar Airways Privilege Club (QRPC) will be able to collect and spend Avios at almost 200 outlets at Hamad International Airport (HIA) in partnership with Qatar Duty Free (QDF).
‘Further East 2023’ in Bali from 6-9 Nov
Asia Pacific’s most innovative barefoot travel show, Further East is returning to Seminyak, Bali, from 6 to 9 November 2023 for its fourth edition.
Industry expectations from the Indian Union Budget 2023-2024
Travel Daily shares quotes from hoteliers and travel facilitators about their expectations from the upcoming Union Budget.
Marriott Bonvoy on Wheels will now deliver epicurean delicacies through the Club Marriott South Asia mobile app to its customers
Marriott Bonvoy on Wheels (MBOW), Marriott International’s online food delivery program, has integrated with the Club Marriott South Asia app and the Club Marriott website. Club Marriott…
EnviroRental launches the vacation rental industry’s first sustainability hub
EnviroRental has today announced the vacation rental sector’s first sustainability information hub to help owners save money, cut emissions and meet the growing consumer demand for…
Indonesia Tourism Minister invites World Travel Industry SMEs to Bali
by: Juergen T Steinmetz | copyright: eTurboNews - Travel Industry News - World Travel News
The Indonesian Tourism Minister knows that SMEs MATTER! The World Tourism Network just announced…
Bonza Launches This Week With $49 Flights
Australia’s newest low-cost airline is ready to take to the skies, and fares will start at only $49. Travellers may now book tickets to 12 destinations across 15 routes as part of…
Disney Cruise Line Celebrates its Silver Jubilee
This year marks a significant milestone for Disney Cruise Line as the company celebrates its silver anniversary of 25 years in the cruise industry. The cruise company will celebrate its…
Come visit teamLab Planets in Toyosu Tokyo
Starting in March Artworks artworks featuring cherry blossoms that bloom across the space will be on view for the spring season only.
Qatar: World’s Safest Country
Qatar continues as the safest country in the world fifth time in a row according to Numbeo Crime Index 2023. Qatar retrieved its spot in 2019 and has topped the list ever since.
Base Entertainment Asia partners with Trip.com
Asia Pacific’s live entertainment presenter, Base Entertainment Asia, announces international one-stop travel service provider, Trip.com, as its Official Regional Ticketing Partner for…
Ten global capacity trends to watch in 2023
Cirium have examined ten important capacity trends to watch in 2023 which are evident from published flight schedules for this year’s first quarter.
‘RAKmantic Retreat’ with Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort
Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort offers the RAKmantic Retreat packages for the season of love, close to Valentines Day.
SITA partners with Zamna
SITA is innovating with cutting-edge technology to strengthen its airline, airport, and border solutions in partnership with travel identity company Zamna Technologies.
SOTC Travel expands retail network in Mumbai
On the occasion of National Tourism Day, SOTC Travel, a leading omnichannel travel and Tourism Company inaugurated its new retail store in Andheri West.
Astronomy to gingerbread in Torun, Poland
Celebrations are plentiful in Poland and historical milestones are a great way to remember history, culture and heritage.
IntrCity registered a 200% increase in annual revenues in 2022
IntrCity SmartBus, the largest tech-enabled fleet of inter-city buses registered a 186% increase in annual revenues and achieved operational profitability in 2022.
Mastercard joins forces with ZoodPay
ZoodPay, a digital lending platform for e-commerce in the Middle East and Central Asia, has entered into a strategic partnership with Mastercard to launch the first-of-its-kind prepaid…
Thomas Cook India & SOTC Travel launch India Holidays
On the occasion of National Tourism Day, Thomas Cook (India) Limited - India’s omnichannel travel services company and its Group Company, SOTC Travel, have reiterated their Domestic Tourism…
Lisbon, the most romantic capital city in Europe
New research has revealed which capital cities in Europe are the most romantic as the run-up to Valentine's Day approaches by analysing Trip Advisor for the number of romantic restaurants…
VisitBritain’s GREAT Gateway Innovation Fund allocated
VisitBritain’s GREAT Gateway Innovation Fund has allocated grants to successful applicants to support marketing for inbound gateways to Britain.
‘Late night levy’ must go
New figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) shows hospitality is fuelling the night-time economy but worrying trends are emerging, particularly the loss of 800,000 workers in…
eDreams ODIGEO drives innovation with Tech Hub network expansion
eDreams ODIGEO (hereinafter, “The Company” or “eDO”), Europe’s largest online travel company, the largest in terms of flights globally outside of China and one of the largest European…
45 Electric Vehicles introduced at Mumbai International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA), a front runner in driving sustainable aviation practices in the country, announced that it has introduced its first batch of…
Most popular travel aesthetics inspiring holidaymakers for 2023
If you’re not regularly scrolling on TikTok or creating boards on Pinterest, you may not be aware of what a ‘travel aesthetic’ is, but it’s a trend that is inspiring Gen-Zs to travel the…
MSC World Cruises Depart On Separate Itineraries
MSC Cruises set an “industry first” last week when two world cruises set sail on round-the-world journeys on the same day.
The cruise line welcomed almost 5,000 guests aboard the MSC…
Travel Counsellors launch into peaks with ‘Let yourself go’ campaign
Personal relationships and trust are crucial when it comes to planning that dream holiday and in its January campaign ‘Let yourself go’ Travel Counsellors showcases the confidence…
Qatar Airways concludes FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
Qatar Airways, the Official Airline Partner of FIFA, concluded its FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™ journey in style, presenting the medals and individual awards to Argentina after their historic…
United And Boeing Finalise 737 MAX And 787 Large Order
United Airlines and Boeing have announced that they have reached an agreement on purchasing 200 planes.
United Airlines plans to purchase 200 brand-new planes, 100 737 MAXs and 100…
DGCA: India’s domestic passenger traffic up 52% from Jan-Nov 2022
Passengers carried by domestic airlines in India during January- November 2022 were at 1,105.10 lakhs as against 726.11 lakhs during the corresponding period of the previous year,…
‘Tasting the stars’ at 40,000 feet with Emirates
Emirates is currently the only commercial airline in the world officially serving Moët & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot and Dom Pérignon onboard.
The Mall Group: Shopping in Thailand for tourists from Japan and Korea
The prerogative is now on Thailand to channel the growing influx of visitors and shoppers from Japan and Korea to the shopping malls available in Thailand, with The Mall Group (TMG) playing…
Tokyo to hold London agent marketplace on 1 Feb
The reopening of Japan last month has been big news. In response, and to support agents maximise bookings, Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) will host a Tokyo City Promotion at Royal…
SIA and TATA to merge Air India and Vistara
Singapore Airlines (SIA) and Tata Sons (Tata) have agreed to merge Air India and Vistara, with SIA also investing INR 20,585 million (SD360 million, USD250 million) in Air India as part of…
Centara extends hotel management agreement with Centara Anda Dhevi Resort & Spa Krabi
Centara Hotels & Resorts, has confirmed the signing of a new contract agreement with Dr. Pornsak Thantapakul, CEO and managing director of Anda Beach Resort Co. Ltd. and owner of …
Vietjet increases revenue by 6.5 times flying 6.4 million in Q3
In Q3/2022, Vietjet operated more than 35,000 flights with 6.4 million passengers onboard. Vietjet Aviation Joint Stock Company financial statements of the third quarter of 2022 highlights…
Singapore Airlines Aims To Reach Its Carbon-Neutral Goal By 2050
Singapore Airlines has chosen SITA OptiClimb®, a digital in-flight prescriptive analytics technology for fuel efficiency, to help the airline reach net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.…
United Adds Summer Service To Three New Cities in 2023
United Airlines announced the launch of its 2023 summer schedule, which includes new service to three cities – Malaga, Spain; Stockholm, Sweden; and Dubai, UAE – as well as six…
The Philippines reaches 2022 target foreign visitors arrivals
Philippines' Department of Tourism Secretary Christina Frasco has announced on October 17 that the country has breached the 2022 target foreign visitors arrivals.
“As of today, we have…
Top Ten picks for Destination Weddings
Research by wedding finance experts at money.co.uk has revealed that India is the world's most sought-after place for a destination wedding, according to Google search data.
Air Astana takes delivery of ninth Airbus A321LR
Air Astana’s ninth Airbus A321LR arrived in Almaty from Hamburg on 15th October 2022, with a tenth aircraft scheduled for delivery before the end of the year.
Qantas Resumes Direct Brisbane Tokyo Services On 1 December
The Sunshine State’s tourism industry will get a boost from 1 December 2022, when Qantas will resume three weekly flights between Brisbane Airport and Tokyo’s Haneda Airport.
Ryan…
Travel agency services market to reach USD 407.7 Bn in 2022
The global travel agency services market is projected to reach a valuation of USD 407.7 Bn in 2022. Sales are projected to increase at a 11.5% CAGR, with the market size reaching USD 510.0…
Perfect winter getaways at the right price
With the cost-of-living crunch set to worsen as winter approaches and temperatures plummet while heating bills soar, many will wonder if they can afford mid-term and Christmas breaks – just…
Britain to propose asylum ban on English Channel migrants
The United Kingdom’s Minister, Suella Braverman, has said that they will introduce a new plan which would prohibit the entry of migrants who cross the English Channel from claiming asylum.
5 reasons why you should stay in the first Andaz in Pattaya, Thailand
Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach is a lush tropical retreat in a tranquil seaside neighbourhood that is a short drive from Pattaya’s tourist attractions.
Spot the seasonal changes in Seattle
Travellers can expect colours of red, orange and yellow in Seattle throughout the Autumn season. Beginning to transform in mid-to-late September, colours are at their most vibrant in…
Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas named best beach resort in asia/pacific in 2022 awards
One of Malaysia’s leading luxury beach destinations, Anantara Desaru Coast Resort & Villas has been voted the Best Beach Resort in Asia/Pacific by the readers of Travel Trade Gazette…
Emirates expands flight schedules across Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban
Emirates will be bringing new travel opportunities, choice and convenience for customers traveling to and from South Africa with additional services to Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban.
500 delegates attend TAFI convention in Malaysia
Some 500 delegates and speakers from India are now in Kuching for the Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) Convention 2022 being held at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCCK)
Putrajaya Marriott Hotel: A place for everyone to meet and relax
If you are looking for the perfect place to meet and relax? You can never go wrong with Putrajaya Marriott Hotel.
No masks required for Singapore Airlines
As per directions from the government, from August 29, passengers flying on Singapore Airlines will no longer need to wear face masks on board some flights.
Passenger Cap Easing Travel Chaos At Heathrow
According to the airport’s traffic report from July 2022, London Heathrow claims the passenger cap has helped the airport weather the travel turmoil.
According to the airport’s…
Teeing it off at Mauritius! The bucket list of your golf destination is here
Now that Mauritius is fully for tourists, it is time fly or sail to this beautiful island nation and indulge in its scenic beauty, adventure, and of course – Golf
American Airlines Bankruptcy Risk Grows
Market conditions and management decisions have increased the potential of American Airlines declaring bankruptcy; this is yet another risk for shareholders of American Airlines.…
Pullman Auckland re-opens after extensive makeover
Pullman Auckland has announced that the Hotel Tower has reopened.
Pullman Auckland Hotel & Apartments is welcoming the public making a notable first impression with a renewed…
What’s new in California this summer?
From new hotels and attractions to the best outdoors activities and culinary experiences, here are nine places that you should keep on your radar when heading to the Golden State this…
Four Brazil destinations for different types of travel
Brazil's cultural diversity is wide since the colonization of the country, where influences from Africa and Europe combined with the native culture. As a continental country, Brazilian…
Holland America Line’s Oosterdam Back to Cruising
Holland America Line’s Oosterdam Back to Cruising -
Holland America Line welcomed its ninth ship back into service Sunday, May 8, as Oosterdam embarked guests…
Ahoy Sydney-London route! Qantas announces world’s longest direct commercial flight
The airline said the 20-hour journey will become possible when it takes delivery of a dozen Airbus A350-1000 planes, which can do more than 10,000 miles without refuelling
Five must-visit onsen destinations in Shizuoka
Home to Mount Fuji and the Izu Peninsula (a UNESCO Global Geopark) the prefecture of Shizuoka, which is just one hour from Tokyo by bullet train, offers a range of onsen and hot springs…
Rediscover the joy of meeting face-to-face in Marriott hotels
Are you tired of meeting your friends and colleagues virtually for almost two years in the pandemic? Marriott hotels are more than ready to hold your next event.
Dusit International targets Singaporean buyers for landmark Dusit Central Park project
Dusit International, Thailand’s most distinguished hospitality company, has unveiled a once-in-a-generation real estate project that is set to redefine the skyline of central Bangkok.
The new tourism consumer is more digital, plans more in advance and is less risk-taking after the pandemic
The tours, attractions and activities market (TAA) is developing quickly, with the aim of creating more unique and complete experiences for increasingly more digital-savvy consumers.
War and Peace! 62% of Americans with travel plans in Europe concerned about war
62 percent of U.S. travelers cited concerns about the war in Ukraine spreading to nearby countries as a factor impacting plans to travel to Europe
Etihad Mangrove Forest unveiled to reduce carbon footprint in Abu Dhabi
Etihad Airways has launched the Etihad Mangrove Forest to provide guests, corporate accounts and partners the option to adopt mangroves in Abu Dhabi to reduce their carbon footprint
Eat, work and play: 4 new travel experiences in Boracay to try
Inspired to show off the new face of the island to tourists, the Department of Tourism is launching new travel experiences in Boracay once tourism restarts.
Wego to acquire Cleartrip’s Middle East business from Flipkart
Wego has announced that it has signed a definitive agreement with the Flipkart Group, India’s homegrown e-commerce ecosystem, to acquire Cleartrip’s Middle East business.
11 million visits at Expo 2020 Dubai soon
Expo 2020 Dubai has recorded 10,836,389 visits as of 24 January, catalysed by a magical new musical from Indian stars Shekhar Kapur and A R Rahman, plus a series of high-profile events as…
Air New Zealand seeking innovators for next generation aircraft
Air New Zealand wants to get a zero-emissions aircraft in the air in the next five years and is calling on traditional aviation manufacturers as well as entrepreneurs and innovators from…
Qantas Restarts Sydney-Singapore-London Flights
On March 27 of 2022, Qantas’ flagship QF1 flight from Sydney to London will once again have a stopover in Singapore, with the return of the Airbus A380 on June 19.
Switzerland gets direct flights from India from 10 January
SWISS will finally welcome passengers from India starting 10 January 2022, as India and Switzerland sign an air bubble agreement that allows their national carriers to operate flights…
Radisson RED debuts in India
Radisson Hotel Group launched its Radisson RED brand in India with the opening of Radisson RED Chandigarh Mohali
Greece lifts travel restrictions for Indian travellers
Limited categories of visitors are now allowed to enter Greece, including citizens of the EU & Schengen Area countries as well as residents of a limited number of third countries,…
Biggest-ever Dubai Airshow reflects recovery of international aerospace sector
Dubai Airshow 2021 was officially the biggest edition of the event since it first began in 1989, with an incredible USD 78 billion worth of deals announced during the week
Power of travel! Marriott Bonvoy gets people to reimagine travel with new campaign
Aimed at encouraging and inspiring travellers, Marriott Bonvoy brings its global campaign ‘Power of Travel’ to India to call out to people to bravely set out on the road to adventures and…
Revealed: The world’s best cities to visit with kids
If you’re looking for the perfect family vacation destination with plenty of things to do, places to eat and affordable accommodation, where should you head to
5 Instagrammable destinations you need to visit as travel restarts
DiscoverCars.com has also looked into which of these are the most Instagrammable locations, based on how many Instagram posts there are under each location's hashtag.
VisitBritain highlights British expats’ top motivations for travel to the UK
New research from Britain’s national tourism agency VisitBritain provides valuable insights to harness the pent-up demand from British expats to visit the UK and to boost visitor spending
Qantas plans to launch new international routes in 2022
After moving through with plans to begin foreign flights in December, Qantas is set to fly to numerous new international destinations next year.
Malaysia lifts travel rules for fully vaccinated
Malaysia has lifted interstate and international travel restrictions for residents fully vaccinated against Covid-19, as the country achieved its target of inoculating 90% of its adult…
TD daily news PODCAST: Friday 1st October 2021
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Radisson reaches 100-hotel mark in India
Radisson Hotel Group has achieved a historic milestone of 100 operating hotels in India with the opening of Radisson Bhopal
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WTM buyers want to talk tech with Travel Forward audience
Travel Forward and WTM London have announced that more than 400 registered buyers have expressed an interest in talking to technology suppliers at this year’s hybrid event
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In partnership with Tellmewhere2go.com, TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Friday 17th September 2021
TD daily news PODCAST: Thursday 16th September 2021
In partnership with Tellmewhere2go.com, TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Thursday 16th September 2021
TD daily news PODCAST: Wednesday 15th September 2021
In partnership with Tellmewhere2go.com, TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Wednesday 15th September 2021
TD daily news PODCAST: Tuesday 14th September 2021
In partnership with Tellmewhere2go.com, TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Tuesday 14th September 2021
TD daily news PODCAST: Monday 13th September 2021
In partnership with Tellmewhere2go.com, TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Monday 13th September 2021
Here is Qantas’ new international flight schedule
Qantas has published the first international flights on Monday, December 20, 2021, resuming service after a whopping 21 months of absence.
Podcast: Super Seven Series: Georgia Rickard
Featuring: Georgia Rickard, In this series of seven podcasts, prominent travel identities chat to TellmeWhere2Go about adjusting to the Covid era. From travel restrictions to how they view…
TD daily news PODCAST: Friday 10th September 2021
In partnership with Tellmewhere2go.com, TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Friday 10th September 2021
TD daily news PODCAST: Thursday 9th September 2021
In partnership with Tellmewhere2go.com, TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Thursday 9th September 2021
Spelling error leads to tourist’s arrest in Hawaii
According to Hawaii court documents, a 24-year-old Illinois woman submitted a fake COVID-19 vaccination card to visit Hawaii with a glaring spelling error that led to her arrest: Moderna was…
Here’s how face-to-face speed networking is returning at WTM 2021
WTM event is returning to London this year, after it was held virtually in 2020 where buyers and exhibitors will be matched based upon business needs
Venice set to charge visitors for entry from next summer
The canal city of the world, Venice, is planning to charge visitors for access and set entrance quotas from the summer of 2022
Emirates ropes in Thor legend Chris Hemsworth for new Expo campaign
Emirates has partnered with Hollywood actor Chris Hemsworth in a campaign that illustrates the ultra-futuristic themes and incredible experiences in store at Expo 2020 Dubai
Most expensive city destinations in Europe
Cheaprooms.co.uk has conducted a research to find out the most expensive cities to stay in Europe now that travel is restarting.
China-Hong Kong travellers will no longer need quarantine from 8 Sept
Travellers arriving in Hong Kong from China will no longer need to quarantine from 8 September onwards
A WORLD reimagined: WorldHotels on keeping a competitive edge as we emerge from the pandemic
WorldHotels Collection has celebrated its golden anniversary with a refreshed branding under the theme “A WORLD reimagined” as it gears up for recovery post-COVID.
TD daily news PODCAST: Wednesday 8th September 2021
In partnership with Tellmewhere2go.com, TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Wednesday 8th September 2021
Agoda introduces ‘Vaxxed To Go’ in support of Malaysia’s immunisation efforts
With mass vaccination being the cornerstone of public health and economic recovery in Malaysia, Agoda has launched its Vaxxed To Go campaign to support Malaysia’s nationwide immunisation…
Hotel quarantine could be soon a thing of the past
When vaccination rates reach the 80 percent target on the nation's reopening plan, Australians could be quarantined at home for as little as a week, according to a leading epidemiologist.
Trans-Tasman bubble likely to change
Greg Foran, the CEO of Air New Zealand, has stated that he is confident that international travel will resume early next year, but that the trans-Tasman bubble will likely change.
Podcast: Super Seven Series: Margot Andersen and Simone Pregellio
In this series of seven podcasts, prominent travel identities chat to TellmeWhere2Go about adjusting to the Covid era. From travel restrictions to how they view the current state of their…
British Airways welcomes home final Paralympicsgb athletes
British Airways has welcomed home the final athletes from ParalympicsGB after their triumph at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic games
Israel’s foreign tourist group programme to restart on 19 September
Israel Ministry of Tourism will restart its tourist pilot programme from 19 September, allowing organised tourist groups of 5-30 tourists from “green, yellow and orange” countries to visit…
Virgin Australia puts one million seats on sale
Virgin Australia has launched a sale with booking availability for travel until June next year, sale fares can be booked to popular destinations from now until midnight this Friday, or until…
Accor welcomes beach lovers back to Phuket’s beautiful shores
Travellers to this tropical island are spoilt for choice with a diverse array of offerings from the popular west coast to the more secluded east coast. There are over 30 beaches in Phuket,…
Qantas Health Pass: Will we need one when the bubble resumes?
Qantas has confirmed it will introduce a digital health pass that would show passengers are Covid-free and fit to fly when regular international travel returns.
Qantas to launch ‘Digital Health Pass’ for international flights
Qantas will soon launch TravelPass, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) 'digital health' smartphone app for international flights, with the ability to store and present proof…
Is your hotel prepared for a world without third-party cookies?
Here are some digital marketing strategies that hoteliers can do to reach potential customers.
Queensland deputy premier questions integrity of border closure
Queensland Deputy Premier Steven Miles yesterday publicly questioned why at least 30,000 foreigners have been allowed to fly into Australia during the pandemic, before calling for an…
American Airlines cancels flights due to shortage of staff
American Airlines cancelled more than 200 flights over the weekend due to staffing shortages and expects to cut more daily through July.
Lufthansa orders 10 brand-new Airbus and Boeing wide-body jets
Lufthansa has announced that it will order ten brand-new wide-body jets to support its long-haul network, five Airbus A350-900 and five Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
A woman assaults flight attendant as did not pick up her trash
A passenger onboard an American Airlines flight from Miami to New York JFK had to be restrained and was arrested on arrival on Sunday after allegedly attacking and assaulting a flight…
Fully vaccinated Americans can visit Europe this summer
Americans who have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19 should be able to travel to Europe by summer.
American Airlines recalls flight attendants as demand increases
American Airlines will start recalling flight attendants who took extended voluntary leaves of absence in preparation for a busy summer season the airline said on Thursday.
International travel in the UK could resume on May 17, says Global Travel Taskforce
The latest recommendations from UK’s Global Travel Taskforce showed that international travel in the country could resume not earlier than 17 May 2021.
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi to unveil flights to Israel
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the newest national airline of the UAE, has announced its first flight to Tel Aviv on 18 April, following the announcement that Israel has been added to the Green List,…
Singapore’s Changi Airport unveils Safe Travel Concierge
Changi Airport in Singapore has launched the Safe Travel Concierge (STC) for passengers to book on-arrival COVID19 Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test and check that they have completed all…
New guidelines: No quarantine needed for international travellers in Mumbai if vaccinated
International passengers from the UK, Europe, Middle East, South Africa and Brazil will no longer have to undergo the mandatory week-long institutional quarantine on arrival in Mumbai if…
What’s on my mind! 84% of Indians daydream about travel
American Express Global Travel Trends Report 2021 says Indians rank ‘most interested’ in future travel with 84% respondents daydreaming about travel at least once a week
Beijing’s tourism loses USD50 billion in 2020
The tourism industry was badly hit by the COVID-19 pandemic and the city of Beijing saw the momentum of the industry halted in 2020.
Qantas boss: Governments ‘to insist’ on vaccines for flying
Qantas CEO Alan Joyce has told the BBC that "governments are going to insist" on vaccines for international travellers.
India extends ban on commercial international flights till end of April
India has extended the ban on scheduled international commercial passenger flights to and from the country till the end of April this year
US air travellers top 1.5 million for first time since March 2020
US air passengers screened topped 1.5 million this week for the first time since March 2020, as air travel continues to rebound from a pandemic-related drop
Jeh Wadia steps down as GoAir MD
Wadia Group-controlled GoAir said that Jeh Wadia has stepped down as the managing director, while industry veteran Ben Baldanza has joined its board as vice-chairman
Lufthansa phases out A380 and 747’s & launches new business class
The airline will retire their A380, B747-400s, A340-600s, along with A330-200s, B 767-300s operated by other Lufthansa Group airlines.
Thai Airways to retire A330’s, A380s, and 747s
Thai Airways will retire all its Airbus A380s and A330s, as well as its iconic B747s.
Thousands of American Airlines Employees Could be Laid Off
American Airlines warned employees last Wednesday of possible layoffs in April.
STAAH reveals top online channels for 2020
The commission-free STAAH booking engine comes to hoteliers’ aid as the accommodation industry comes out of a pandemic-struck 2020.
Amazon buys 11 jets from Delta and WestJet to boost delivery network
Amazon has announced that it bought 11 jets from Delta and WestJet airlines to boost its growing delivery network and get orders to shoppers faster
Sri Lanka waives off parking and landing costs for international flights from 26 December
Sri Lanka has decided to waive off parking and landing costs for international flights when the country opens up its skies later this month after being shut down for over eight months
PONANT receives green light to recommence luxury expeditions in New Zealand
Ponant's Le Lapérouse, to recommence operations exclusively in New Zealand waters for New Zealanders from February 2021.
What are the best travel technologies to help boost travel confidence and spur recovery?
Amadeus reveals traveller’s top concerns and what types of technology would help build traveller confidence.
Old school British glamour and polished (secret) service come to Chiang Mai
Former British Consulate reimagines its heritage with a fictitious illusion of the British government’s secret intelligence service.
Podcast: Transatlantic antics on Queen Mary 2
We boarded, efficiently at Brooklyn Terminal in New York, the queue moving steadily towards the luxurious lobby of Cunard’s flagship liner, the transatlantic doyen, Queen Mary 2...
Agents of change: How can APAC’s travel industry come together to solve the contactless conundrum?
The technology already exists to render most parts of the travel experience contactless – from voice-activated screens, biometric scanners and automated gates at airports, to robot check-in…
Chao Phraya River renaissance kicks off with the opening of this super lux hotel
Capella Bangkok celebrated its opening and the arrival of its first guest, when it welcomed local Bangkokian, Ms Lina Liu, through its doors for a weekend staycation, helping to set the…
When age-old traditions take on a modern edge: Kimpton debuts in South East Asia with Bangkok property
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) has now brought Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants’ signature heartfelt service and distinctive design to the heart of Thailand with the opening of Kimpton…
Is London Heathrow becoming a second grade airport?
Heathrow’s traffic figures for August demonstrate the extent to which quarantine is strangling the economy, cutting British businesses off from their international markets
United Airlines adding new nonstop flights to Africa, India and Hawaii
United Airlines today announced plans to expand its global route network with new nonstop service to Africa, India and Hawaii. With these new routes, United will offer more nonstop service…
Demand for private islands skyrockets
Private islands are in demand now more than ever.
Borders and bars now open in Goa. What’s more, no COVID tests and e-passes needed, too
With no COVID-19 tests on arrival and no restrictions on interstate travel, Goa has opened up its borders from today
Delta Air Lines brings back more trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific flights
While the airline expects pre-COVID-19 level recovery for international flying to continue to lag U.S. domestic, Delta plans to add over 50 transoceanic flights next summer, compared to the…
10 Philippine destinations for post lockdown travel
After months of staying in lockdown, people are itching to get out and experience the different Philippine destinations for post lockdown travel.
Monster Hurricane hits Louisiana with 241 km/h winds
Hurricane Laura makes landfall over southwestern Louisiana At around 1 am Central Time, Hurricane Laura has made landfall in southwestern Louisiana near Cameron as a category 4 #hurricane.
Global tourism lost $195 billion in revenue due to COVID-19 pandemic
Travel experts have looked into the biggest revenue losses and highest percentage of GDP lost per country to reveal which countries have seen the greatest financial impact as a result of the…
Countries with biggest tourism revenue losses due to COVID-19 named
Travel industry experts have looked into the biggest revenue loss and the highest percentage of GDP lost per country to reveal which countries have been financially impacted the most by the…
Miles of Good! Singapore Airlines’ new campaign thanks essential workers
Singapore Airlines launches new campaign to thank workers who have helped serve public during COVID-19 pandemic
Ailing Thai carrier NokScoot to be liquidated
Singapore Airlines, which owns 49% of NokScoot, said that the board of directors of Thai affiliate NokScoot have passed a resolution to liquidate the company. Its shareholders will…
Largest bookshelf for the future! Oslo’s new public library has finally opened
Strengthening Norway’s position as a cultural hotspot, Oslo’s new public library, Deichman Bjørvika, has finally opened its doors for the public of Oslo and visitors to the Norwegian…
Travel intermediaries need to increase transparency to restore consumer confidence, says GlobalData
Transparency will be the key to provide service to the future tourists. During this COVID-19 pandemic, many aspects of future travels have been labelled as ‘uncertain’. Intermediaries…
Japan to reignite domestic travel
With new cases currently on the decline, Japan will be balancing safety and hygiene with getting people within Japan back to enjoying what their beautiful country has to offer.
Air Astana establishes cargo division
Air Astana has established an international air cargo division. The decision to launch Air Astana Cargo results from a strong increase in the demand for regional freight transport in…
Global Aviation in Crisis
Global aviation has been battered and air traffic remains largely grounded as countries enforce their lockdowns and restrict travel, with few signs that the end is in sight. For the largest…
BA to ship 770 tonnes of cargo for the NHS including PPE
British Airways is increasing the number of cargo-only flights from China to the UK to 21 a week, up from 13 last week, as demand continues to rise.
From May, 14 flights each week will…
PATA launches crisis resource centre and tourism recovery monitor
The Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) has announced the launch of the PATA Crisis Resource Centre and Tourism Recovery Monitor, a unified platform that provides reliable and…
New CEO Jim Alderman to steer growth for Radisson
Radisson Hotel Group (RHG) announced the appointment of Jim Alderman as chief executive officer for the Americas. Alderman will be based in the company’s US. headquarters in Minnetonka…
Arabian Travel Market postponed to 28 June-1 July
Amid cancellations of global events due to coronavirus, Reed Travel Exhibitions has postponed Arabian Travel Market (ATM) to 28 June-1 July 2020 at the Dubai World Trade Centre in Dubai,…
Don Mueang Airport enhances COVID-19 surveillance
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) would like to provide the latest update that the Airports of Thailand (AOT) has stepped up its surveillance, prevention and control measures for…
Air Transat introduces flexibility policy on all flights
In order to offer travellers more flexibility and allow them to book their next trip with peace of mind, Air Transat is offering travellers and travel agents the possibility of changing…
Mumbai airport witnesses highest retail spending
Travellers from Mumbai airport are India’s highest spending flyers with an average retail revenue per passenger at USD 7, followed by USD 6 by flyers from Delhi airport.
While this is…
Americans prefer road trips than flying
With 73% of Americans saying they prefer a road trip over flying, this partnership is helping travellers make that preference a reality.
ANA heralds in digital decade by announcing cargo distribution partnership
All Nippon Airways, Japan’s largest airline, heralds in the new decade by joining leading online platform cargo.one to offer its cargo customers e-booking capabilities. Furthermore, the…
5 romantic (and unconventional) places to go on Valentine’s Day 2020
tajawal, the Dubai-based online flight and hotel booking platform, listed some of the romantic destinations that are perfect for the upcoming Valentine’s Day weekend.
Leva Hotels to manage two properties in Oman
Leva Hotels & Resorts has signed an agreement with the Golden Group Holding to manage two hotels in Muscat, marking the debut of the Leva brand in Oman. While the 85-room Safeer…
Tourism Toronto unveils winter campaign
Tourism Toronto launched a new campaign that puts a spotlight on winter and encourages visitors to get out and do more during winter. The new winter campaign positions the city with a…
The story of Hanoi’s crowning glory: InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72
On top of it all, crowning Hanoi's skyline is InterContinental Hanoi Landmark72, a luxury hotel built by IHG as one of its 'new generation' hotels.
Amadeus lands in Dubai to “shape the future of travel”
As the travel and tourism industry remains a pillar of many GCC economies, executives at Amadeus have previewed some of the emerging technologies and business models that will lead to…
From surfing the Great Barrier Reef to cheering for Tokyo 2020 Olympics: Virtuoso reveals 10 Wanderlist experiences for 2020
Luxury travel company Virtuoso has revealed the “trips of a lifetime” for next year.
eSports and the quest for personalisation: Is the travel industry missing a trick?
With the final of another blockbuster esports tournament concluding yesterday, travel companies are missing out on a huge business opportunity and a unique chance to differentiate…
G Adventures increases Asia footprint
Melbourne-headquartered G Adventures says it will strengthen sales activities across Asia. After a record year for bookings from Asian travellers, the company’s director of emerging…
Vietnam Airlines welcomes 100th aircraft
Vietnam Airlines has received its 100th aircraft. It is the third of eight Boeing 787-10s to be delivered between August 2019 and March 2021.
The airline’s first two of these aircraft…
The Prince Akatoki London: “A unique kind of Japanese hospitality”
After completing a multi-million-pound transformation this year, The Prince Akatoki London has re-opened its doors, welcoming guests with a new ethos focused on providing genuine care.
G Adventures’ Change Makers Summit returns for 2020
G Adventures has announced that its popular agent incentive programme, Change Makers, is returning in 2020. The global summit will be held in India and Nepal from 20-26 April 2020.…
InterContinental GM: “Hanoi has increased its visibility on the international stage”
TD speaks with General Manager Robbert Manussen about his management style, the state of tourism in Hanoi, MICE in Vietnam and creating a truly memorable stay.
Brand USA concludes India Travel Mission
Brand USA, the destination marketing organisation for the US, organised their eighth annual India Travel Mission with an aim to educate the Indian travel industry on the potential of the…
Gulf Air unveils seventh Dreamliner with special livery
On the sidelines of Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa and deputy supreme commander and first deputy Prime Minister’s official visit to the US, Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain,…
The Prince Akatoki: Dawn of a new era begins in London
Inspired by the traditions of Japanese hospitality, The Prince Akatoki London has re-opened its doors following a multi-million-pound transformation.
Air Canada to begin flights to Bogotá, Colombia
Air Canada announced the introduction of new year-round service between Montreal and Bogotá, Colombia beginning from 2 June 2020. Flights will operate three times weekly onboard Air…
The Prince Akatoki London: “A true sanctuary for renewal”
In this TD interview, we speak with president and director Simon Wan, about the hotel's major transformation and what's in store for StayWell Holdings.
TCEB showcases Thailand’s second cities at Imex America
Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) is promoting events in alternative destinations beyond Bangkok and Pattaya through its new campaign – Meet Now.
TCEB is inviting…
Air Canada to launch Dreamliner service from Ottawa to London-Heathrow
Air Canada announced it will upgrade its non-stop flights from Ottawa to London-Heathrow to operate the daily service with its state-of-the-art Boeing 787 Dreamliner. Beginning next…
VisitEngland urges young Brits to holiday at home
VisitEngland has launched the next phase of its campaign to get more young Brits to take a short break at home with a series of new short films and images.
The new content targets…
“Minimising the current disadvantages seen within the market”: Flight Centre steps into B2B
Monster of the travel agency industry Flight Centre Travel Group (FCTG), has decided to take on B2B accommodation providers, such as Hotelbeds and Bedbank, with the creation of its new…
Disney reveals ‘next generation’ of attractions at Disney Parks
At the D23 Expo 2019 this weekend, Disney Parks, Experiences and Products Chairman Bob Chapek unveiled details on Disney's up and coming offerings.
Big spurt in UK visitor numbers to Chicago
The US city of Chicago has seen a large spike in UK visitor numbers, reporting a 15.2% increase in those visiting in 2018 compared with the year before. 141,000 UK visitors came to…
Yangon airport launches Myanmar’s first-ever premium service lounge
Yangon International Airport (YIA) unveiled the Mingalar Sky Premium Lounge, the first 24-hour, five-star premium lounge to offer express passenger check-in in the country.
Located at…
38% of business travellers eat healthier on the road
New research by CWT shows that awareness of maintaining healthy eating habits is gaining momentum amongst business travellers. Overall 38% of business travellers eat healthier while on…
Visit Orlando rolls out new travel trade tools
Visit Orlando has launched new interactive sales tools and resources for travel agents, including a re-designed Orlando Travel Academy.
The new academy will provide agents with quick…
Hot hotel openings: The Standard arrives in the Maldives and more
In this week’s edition of hot hotel openings, a new ‘standard’ arrives in the Maldives, a 17th-century church transforms into a lifestyle hotel, Taco Bell hotel opens and more.
7 summer destinations to help kids unplug their devices
Research has shown that the blue light from a screen can affect your kid’s vision and sleep schedule. With schools out, it is easy to overdo playing video games or watching mundane videos in…
Travel tech this week: Cvent, Expedia upgrades and Amadeus’ new partnership
This week in the travel sector, we saw upgrades from Cvent and Expedia’s functionalities. Moreover, Amadeus strengthens partnership with business travel firm focused on humanitarian, faith…
Greater visa-free access to benefit Hainan
China will offer greater visa-free access for foreigners to its southernmost province of Hainan, in its latest move to support the construction of the Hainan pilot free trade zone (FTZ)…
ANA first Japanese airline to launch Boeing 777 Freighter
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest and five-star airline for seven consecutive years, is introducing the Boeing 777 Freighter to its fleet to aid with increased cargo…
New operations director at STAAH Southeast Asia: Tim Waterhouse
Armed with 39 years of international hospitality and business experience, the industry veteran Tim Waterhouse joins New Zealand-based technology company STAAH to build and develop on the…
Indian aviation industry starts a slow take-off in May
After reporting a year-on-year de-growth of 4.4% in domestic passenger traffic in April 2019, the first after six years of monthly year-on-year growth, the domestic passenger traffic…
‘Super Power’ artwork on display at Heathrow
A canopy of brightly coloured umbrellas has appeared at Heathrow as part of an initiative to raise awareness of neuro-developmental disorders, including Attention Deficit Hyperactivity…
Brits pay the most traffic tickets in Italy
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…
THAI to fly direct to Sendai
Thai Airways International (THAI) plans to resume direct flights between Bangkok and Sendai in Japan from later this year and expects up to 80% of Thai travellers to fly with the…
5 reasons why Cyprus is the GCC’s destination this summer
GCC travellers looking to escape the region’s escalating summer heat should look no further than the idyllic island of Cyprus for their summer vacation destination, according to Savvas…
Qantas secretly selling first class seats on Airbnb
Qantas has revealed that it secretly put up first class seats for sale on Airbnb for as low as USD 20. However, these flights can only be redeemed only with Qantas points.
STR: US hotel construction up 10% in April
STR, a data provider for the global hospitality sector, has reported that pipeline data for the US showed 1,575 hotel projects accounting for 203,890 rooms in construction as of April 2019.
Aviation round-up: Woof woof!
This week’s Aviation round up features new routes, a posh new airport lounge and a new species of cabin crew -- but first we head to Ireland…
Luxury travel in Boracay for USD 200? Here’s how I did it
On a shoestring budget, I was able to go on a luxury trip to the island. Before I move on, allow me to stress that people have different perceptions of luxury travel. Most of us deemed…
Park Regis Singapore review: “Our motto is simple, making guests happy”
When I travel for business, I look for two things in my accommodation – convenience in terms of location and great service.
Oyo says konnichiwa
Fresh from receiving a significant investment from Airbnb, Indian unicorn Oyo has struck a joint venture with Softbank Corp. to launch a hotel business in Japan.
Qantas meets with 10-year-old airline CEO
It all started when a 10-year-old airline executive wrote a letter to Qantas CEO Alan Joyce for advice on how to run a passenger airline.
Philippine resort claps back at self-proclaimed influencers
A Facebook post of a beach resort in the Philippines went viral after it calls out “self-proclaimed influencers” who had been contacting the resort with offers to collaborate.
Holi 2019: Top 10 Indian destinations to celebrate festival of colours
Often celebrated sharing sweets and colouring the loved ones red, yellow, pink and blue, this festival of colors celebrates the victory of good over evil.
Five US monuments that were never built
Monuments are prime tourist spots that signify a piece or moment in history.
Get Global 2019: “Every year our market is different”
Get Global, the showcase putting a spotlight on the Australian and New Zealand outbound MICE market has revealed that it has already lined up a cracking range of exhibitors from Hawaii, New…
Airbnb to build an “end-to-end platform” with latest hire
Airbnb is breaking into the travel market as the company just hired the founding head of Virgin America Fred Reid as global head of transportation.
Aviation round up: 20 years of Oneworld and the pride of Ethiopia
The first few days of February have seen a flurry of announcements hit the TD inbox, including digital transformations, re purposed aircraft and, of course a couple of new destinations.
Did Qantas blindside Alliance and Virgin with 20% takeover?
Qantas Group has announced on Friday that it had taken over 19.99% stake of Brisbane-based charter operator Alliance Airlines.
No more balloon drop: Luxury hotel ends year with a PR crisis
Days before the end of 2018, luxury hotel Okada Manila faced a PR problem for its New Year’s Eve event.
Air New Zealand’s newest, longest flight launches from Auckland
Air New Zealand kicked off its brand new Chicago connection today when flight NZ26 took off at 1700 time to Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport.
Aviation round up: BA waves goodbye to an icon, Ethiopian says hello Moscow and more
It is no surprise then that such a vital industry, is awash with announcements of new destinations, new planes, codeshares and sales. This week’s aviation round up, however begins with the…
Qantas welcomes first TMC in new NDC-fied booking platform
Qantas has revealed the first Australian travel management company that can now book flights through the airline’s new technology platform.
Bangkok Airways launches first non-stop flight to Nha Trang, Vietnam
Bangkok Airways has announced its new service linking Bangkok and Nha Trang, Vietnam.
Austrian Airlines boosts Vienna-Tokyo connection
Austrian Airlines has announced it will be updating the product in time for Spring 2019.
10 most Instagram worthy travel experiences: How many have you done?
Instagram makes it easier for us to relive some of our favourite travel experiences. Food, friends, sun, and sand – all our adventures captured in a photo and saved in a digitally shared…
New kids on the blockchain: TD gets the lowdown on Keyocoin with CEO, Matt Baer
For this week's podcast I spoke to the CEO and founder of Keyocoin Matt Baer, about making a real-world application for blockchain, solving the difficulties of the fragmented nature of the…
Time for a Bath: Hospitality startup hits Somerset
Tourists are drawn to the striking grandeur of the town’s architecture, the iconic public baths, built by the aforementioned Romans, as well as its fascinating history and the beauty of the…
Vietjet reveals network priority with four new flights
Vietjet has placed the expansion of its current network at the heart of its plans over the next few months with the launch of four new routes, within a few weeks of each other.
Shakespeare’s homes to be recreated in China
No need to travel to England to see Shakespeare’s Birthplace and Shakespeare’s New Place as the two homes will be re-created in the People’s Republic of China.
Sky Tower at InterContinental Phu Quoc opens
The new InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort in Vietnam has announced that the resort’s Sky Tower is now accepting reservations from September 2018.
“The inside access” to events – we talk to founder Arron Goh
At the very heart of The Inside Access is its mission to create a stress-free environment, allowing their clients to focus solely on being the perfect, generous host. Let's hear what Arron…
St Michaels Falmouth reopens as specialist spa resort
Following a recent a multi-million-pound refurbishment project St Michaels Falmouth has flung open its doors to the public as luxury spa resort.
Safety: Ride-hailing services’ major blackhole
Chinese ride-hailing app Didi Chuxing suffered a major setback when Delete Didi movement spread across China following the murder of a passenger by one of its drivers.
Wanderlust-fuelled Brits still use desktop to purchase online
The Brits are full of wanderlust and love nothing more than picking out new destinations after a good online browse according to a new study.
Cross-border selling to and from China: Larry You, Westwin
For this week's podcast, I caught up with Larry You, the marketing manager of Westwin for overseas businesses.
Business travellers turn to shared accommodation with ‘Airbnb for Work’
Airbnb has reported a sizable increase in bookings via its corporate travel platform proving that companies are turning to shared homes for their accommodations.
MICE City: San Francisco’s top five meeting and event locations
San Francisco’s is at the centre of everything in North California; whether its culture or commerce, The City of Angels has got it going on. This applies doubly so to SF’s Financial District…
Capturing luxury Chinese travellers: We talk to Anita Chan, CEO of Compass Edge
Anita Chan, the CEO of Compass Edge, warned me that "the China that you understand is not the real China".
CroisiEurope unveils 2019 itineraries
CroisiEurope is Europe’s largest river cruise operator backed with 40 years of experience. It has revealed its new 2019 worldwide programme that features 170 itineraries that take place on…
Travel 2 inks deal with Wendy Wu to capitalise on the touring market
Travel 2 has announced a partnership deal with Wendy Wu Tours to increase its collection of tours across the Far East.
AVANI continues expansion with second hotel in Malaysia
AVANI Hotels and Resorts has announced its latest property scheduled to open in Kota Kinabalu, as part of its continued expansion in Asia.
How to – and how not to – use OTAs as partners
Dan Lynn is the co-founder of ZUZU Hospitality Solutions, a distribution and revenue management company for small independent hotels.
“Revolutionary concept” for economy segment in India: Ginger CEO
Ginger Hotels signed a new hotel in New Delhi’s satellite city in July making it the third Ginger in Noida.
Is the sharing economy safe for corporate travel?
The sharing economy enables individuals to lend and avail goods and services to one another for a fee.
Strike a northern light: Jet2.com launches Icelandic trips for 2019
Jet2.com and Jet2CityBreaks announce they are launching a new set of Icelandic getaways.
Anantara Chiang Mai Resort responds decisively to evolving market
Anantara Chiang Mai Resort is fine-tuning its products ahead of a stepped-up sales campaign as the Northern Thai city begins to deal with a plateauing Chinese market.
Buoyed by IATA recognition TravelgateX knuckles down on FlightsX
TravelgateX receives IATA Level 3 accreditation.
Boeing delivers first of thirty 737 MAX jets for Ethiopian Airlines
Africa's largest and fastest-growing airline, Ethiopian Airlines, has received the first of its expected 30 MAX jets from Boeing, making it the largest 737 MAX fleet in the continent.
SALA enters experience sector with SALA Journeys
SALA Hospitality has announced 'SALA Journeys' with guides to Rattanakosin, Ayutthaya, and Wat Ket
RedDoorz expands to its third Southeast Asian market in the Philippines
RedDoorz, the budget hotels booking platform that’s been winning cities in Southeast Asia, today announced its expansion into its third market in the region – the Philippines.
andBeyond: From African safaris to the lake district of Chile
Luxury experiential travel group, andBeyond, has announced its first managed lodge in South America and its first outside Africa, andBeyond Vira Vira.
Music Matters: Rightsify’s review of the influence of music on hotels’ atmosphere
Back in March, we introduced you to a new way to fill your hotel with atmospheric, location-appropriate music to create the right environment for your business using Rightsify, a new…
Five expert tips for selling bespoke train holidays
It is now getting on for five years ago that I struck out for Beijing on the Trans-Siberian Express. The epic journey through Europe, Russia Mongolia and into China was an incredible…
Air France and Qantas rekindles partnership, sharing more than 200 weekly flights
After dropping codeshare flights five years ago when the airline forged a global alliance with Emirates, Qantas has reinstated its codeshare agreement with Air France, giving passengers more…
VIDEO: This ship was cut in half, only to emerge 14.9 metres longer
Following the completion of a complex lengthening and refurbishing project, Silver Spirit is now ready to sail and has embarked on its inaugural voyage.
Austrian Airlines new Boeing 777 arrives from Hong Kong with Eurojet fighter escort
Austrian Airlines will welcome the latest addition to its fleet today, after its new Boeing 777 touches down at the airlines hub Vienna International Airport, after a 12 hour flight from…
Lords Hotels & Resorts to launch its fifth hotel in Nepal
Lords Hotels & Resorts, an independent Indian hotel chain announced its plans to build its fifth hotel in Nepal by the end of May 2018.
I tried out Marriott’s new home-sharing platform, Tribute Portfolio Homes, and here’s what I thought
Marriott International and Hostmaker debuted the home-sharing platform Tribute Portfolio Homes earlier this week and we had to see what it’s all about.
Tourism board launches ‘L.A. Insider’ training program for travel agents
Los Angeles Tourism & Convention Board launches L.A. Insider – an online training tool for travel trade professionals.
Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa to open first hotel museum in Indian Ocean
Set in a restored plantation house, the five-star Hilton Seychelles Labriz Resort & Spa on Silhouette Island is opening the Indian Ocean’s first hotel museum, Grann Kaz.
Renovated Heritage Le Château in Mauritius opens presidential suite
After an extensive renovation of the 19th-century mansion, Heritage Resorts has revealed the all-new Heritage Le Chateau in Mauritius.
Howzat! AVANI’s latest opening makes a hat-trick in Oceania
After the completion of AVANI Metropolis Auckland Residences in New Zealand October 2017, AVANI Hotels & Resorts have returned to Oceania to open their second site in Australia, and…
TD Executive Summit: 3 August 2018
50 Five-Star Hotel GMs, 6 Start-up Executives
No promotion, no panels, no corporate pontification. Just executive-level education, on the six most important categories for hotel GMs in…
RedDoorz evolves with US$11 million pre-Series B fundraise, pilot property model
We have been following RedDoorz as it scales up towards becoming the leading accommodation marketplace in Southeast Asia.
Virgin Group: Richard Branson and India announce $55 billion Hyperloop project
Richard Branson and The Indian State of Maharashtra announced their intent to build a Virgin Hyperloop between Pune and Mumbai, this weekend. Beginning with an operational demonstration…
Startup adds more spice to Indian travel, tech sectors
Opaque hotel booking platform Travelspice was recently named 2018 Travel Tech Startup of the Year by the ELEVATE100 entrepreneurship programme.
Mövenpick gets ready to open lakeside property in Tunis
Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts will open its latest property the lakeside Mövenpick Hotel du Lac Tunis this Spring.
The 189-key hotel, which is located in the city’s Berges du Lac…
Beyond Delhi: Discover 5 destinations within easy reach of India’s capital
There are tons of benefits of living in a city like Delhi as it is a mesmerizing combination of old world charm and modernity. Mughal era masterpieces, heritage sites and scenic places of…
Triptease: Direct Booking Summit set for Asian debut
The Direct Booking Summit — the only event to focus solely on increasing hotels’ direct bookings — is coming to Asia for the first time. Triptease, summit host and pioneer of the Direct…
Royal Air Maroc celebrates 60 years with $1.1 billion blow out
Boeing and Royal Air Maroc (RAM) today announced orders for (4) 787-9 Dreamliners – valued at $1.1 billion at list prices – that will enable Morocco's flag carrier to expand international…
Capella Hotel Group reveal opening of Capella Bangkok
Capella Hotel Group together with leading real estate developer Country Group Development PCL, announce the opening of Capella Bangkok in the last quarter of 2018. Located along the…
Super Break launches Iceland ski packages
Super Break has launched Ski North Iceland packages, available on dates in January and February next year.
Three- and four-night packages are now on sale that include charter flights from…
HH Travel sends Chinese travellers “pole to pole”
Ultra-luxury cruise line Silversea Cruises has announced a unique collaboration with China’s leading luxury travel brand, HH Travel.
Super Break’s Balmforth announces retirement
Super Break’s national sales manager, Graham Balmforth is to retire at end of January 2018.
He is to step down from the role after 23 years with the company. During his time at Super…
Qatar Airways unveils Qsuite at Heathrow
Qatar Airways recently unveiled its Qsuite Business Class at London Heathrow, showcasing the first double bed in Business Class and private cabins for up to four people.
The…
Air Astana to offer passengers in-flight broadband speed connectivity
Passengers flying on Air Astana are now able to experience high-speed broadband In-Flight connectivity, with the airline’s first Boeing 767 featuring the service, the Kazakh carrier has said…
El Al welcomes first Dreamliner
El Al has taken delivery of its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
The new long-haul jet, a 787-9 model, touched down in Tel Aviv this week following a non-stop, 10,856km delivery…
Tujia, Rakuten join forces for Japanese homestays
Tujia, the Chinese home-sharing company, has formed a new partnership with Rakuten, Japan's e-commerce giant, to encourage more Chinese visitors to stay in Japanese homes.
Details of…
On the Road with Baby: Our Favorite Family Travel Products
When adventuring with baby, there are some travel essentials we just never leave home without. From organic formula and soothing shampoo by Earths Best to super chic diaper bags by Skip…
Premier Holidays and Condor promote sea travel to Channel Islands
Premier Holidays has partnered with Condor Ferries to promote the benefits of travelling by car to the Channel Islands.
The campaign, which runs until the end of August, promotes the…
Gold Medal celebrates opening of Freedom Travel Penwortham
Gold Medal’s acting CEO, Paul Smith, and head of trade support, Karen Fletcher, celebrate the ribbon cutting of Gold Medal and PURE LUXURY branded Freedom Travel Penwortham with owner…
CLIA’s 2017 Port and Destination Summit invites new member registrations
Registration is now open for the Cruise Lines International Association’s (CLIA) fourth annual Port and Destination Summit.
The event is scheduled a day before the Seatrade Europe Cruise…
Q&A – Alberto Lema, head of tourism, A Coruña
How have UK visitor statistics compared this year with last?
We are experiencing a relevant increase in numbers of UK visitors to A Coruña. International tourism is still a…
Delta introduces new long-haul aircraft for Asia
Delta Air Lines has taken delivery of its first Airbus A350 aircraft, which will be mainly deployed on trans-Pacific routes to Asia.
The new long-haul aircraft will be able to seat 306…
High-end hotels dominate Asian development
Hotel development in the Asia Pacific region is accelerating, according to STR's latest pipeline report.
In total there are now 270,976 rooms under construction in the region, which…
El Al to fly new Dreamliner to Hong Kong
Hong Kong will become one of the first destinations to welcome El Al's new fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
The Israeli national carrier has ordered 16 787s, the first of which is…
Strong growth for Indian domestic tourism
India's domestic tourism industry continued to surge in 2016, with inter-state visitation seeing double-digit growth.
A total of 1.61 billion domestic tourism trips were registered by…
JAL upgrades Dreamliner seating
Japan Airlines (JAL) is improving the seating onboard its fleet of Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners.
The new "JAL Sky Suites", which have previously been rolled out on the airline's Boeing 767s,…
Limelight Aspen: Pups Lighten-Up with New Pet Amenities
Headed to Aspen this summer? Don’t leave your dog behind. The entire town is extremely dog friendly, but for affordable luxe and great amenities in the heart of town we love the Limelight.…
Where Are Travelers Going This Summer? Maldives, Bilbao, Ho Chi Minh Top The List
American Express Travel is reporting a 19% increase in summer travel, with travel to international destinations trending up by 26% in comparison to last summer. While London, Paris and Rome…
Where to Stay: new hotels in Singapore, New Zealand, the US and more
Oakwood Premier OUE Singapore
Location: In the new OUE Downtown building on Shenton Way in downtown Singapore
Grade: Upper-upscale
Keys: 268 serviced apartments
Facilities: Outdoor…
Samsung and SONIFI Launch Integrated In-Room Technology Package
Samsung Electronics America, Inc., has announced a partnership with SONIFI Solutions, Inc., a provider of interactive guest engagement solutions, to offer hoteliers an integrated in-room…
Finnair Increases Capacity to Lapland for Winter 2017
Finnair has announced an increase in capacity to Lapland for winter 2017. Due to the continued increase in demand for Lapland as a tourist destination, Finnair is growing its capacity to…
WestJet to purchase Boeing 787-9 Dreamliners
WestJet has announced a purchase agreement with The Boeing Company for up to 20 Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft.
This agreement includes 10 Boeing 787-9 aircraft to be delivered…
Q&A with Eric Breon, CEO of Vacasa.com
Eric Breon is the CEO of Vacasa.com, which launched about the same time as Airbnb, but is quite different in its business model. We sat down with Eric to chat about the vacation rental…
Q&A With CheapAir.com CEO: Summer Travel, Industry Trends & Best Fare Deals
CEO Jeff Klee started CheapAir.com in 1989 from his college dorm room after getting a crash course in the airline industry from planning his own backpacking trip through Europe on a…
Mongolian flag carrier boosts fleet
MIAT Mongolian Airlines will expand its fleet with two new Boeing 737 MAX aircraft.
The national carrier has penned an agreement to lease the single-aisle passenger jets from Avolon,…
Passenger traffic at DXB up 8.8 percent in February
Passenger traffic at Dubai International (DXB) continued to grow steadily in February rising 8.8 per cent to 6,948,157, according to the monthly traffic report issued by Dubai Airports…
Azamara unveils 2019 as most exciting year yet
2019 is set to be the most exciting year in Azamara Club Cruises’ history, as it raises the bar on luxury destination cruising with an amazing array of curated itineraries that includes…
The Williamsburg Hotel Now Open In Brooklyn’s Trendiest Neighborhood
Hotel’s First Phase Opening Offers a Dapper Lobby Bar, Vibrant Guestrooms, and Big City Service with a Brooklyn Twist—Right in the Center of Williamsburg
The Williamsburg Hotel opens its…
乌兹别克斯坦航空梦想客机飞往东南亚
很快，两座位于东南亚的城市就将迎来乌兹别克斯坦航空的全新波音787-8梦想客机。
该现代化的飞机将执飞该航空公司的塔什干－吉隆坡－新加坡航线，从2017年3月的夏季开始。该246座、两舱布局的梦想客机将替换乌兹别克斯坦航空目前执飞该航线的波音767客机。
今年夏天晚期，2017年6月开始，乌兹别克斯坦航空将开始执飞波音787前往首尔仁川机场。…
Uzbekistan Airways to fly Dreamliner to Southeast Asia
Two cities in Southeast Asia will soon welcome Uzbekistan Airways' new Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft.
The state-of-the-art long-haul jet will be deployed on the airline's…
Sterling decline impacting outbound tourism
New research from travel insurance specialist Columbus Direct reveals that the falling pound has left British holidaymakers lighter in the pocket, with 41 per cent saying that it has had an…
Face-to-Face: Oranit Beithalahmy, EL Al Israel Airlines
What initiatives do you have in place to educate British travel agents on the benefits of booking with El Al airlines?
We have numerous activities in place to raise awareness about…
Brain Waves: EVA’s robots, smart audio guides, free in-flight chat and more…
EVA employs robots to help passengers
EVA Air has employed two robots to greet and serve to passengers at Taipei’s two airports, Taoyuan and Songshan. The robots, named Pepper, will be on…
LATAM Airlines launches new direct flight from Barcelona to Lima
LATAM Airlines has launched a new direct service from Barcelona to Lima bringing the airline closer to its objective of offering the best connectivity to, from and in Latin America. The new…
Aeromexico witnesses 25% hike in YTD UK passenger numbers
Aeromexico continues to report strong UK market growth as its Heathrow-Mexico City B787 Dreamliner service proves increasingly popular with discerning passengers.
Mexico’s flag…
Dubai hotels witness 12% RevPAR slump in October
STR’s preliminary October 2016 data for Dubai, United Arab Emirates, indicates performance declines consistent with significant supply growth.
Based on daily data from October, Dubai…
Korean Air posts record profit in Q3 2016
Korean Air has posted its biggest quarterly profit in history, dispelling recent worries about its financial instability (non-consolidated).
In the 3rd quarter of 2016, Korean Air…
Air Canada expands Asia’s links with Vancouver
With its location on the Pacific Rim, Vancouver is already one of the best connected long-haul destinations from Asia.
And these links will be strengthened even further next year when…
Bali on track to smash tourist record
Bali experienced a surge in visitor arrivals in the first half of 2016, and is now on track to smash its previous full-year record.
According to the latest official data, reported by…
Dreamliner opens up Uzbekistan as Europe-Asia bridge
Uzbekistan could soon become a new transit option for passengers travelling between Europe and Asia.
The country's national carrier, Uzbekistan Airways, took delivery of its first…
ANA to fly Dreamliner to Delhi
Japan's All Nippon Airways (ANA) will start flying its Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft to Delhi this winter.
Effective 30 October 2016, the airline will deploy its B787-8 Dreamliner on all…
Air New Zealand to increase long-haul premium seating
Air New Zealand is planning to spend more than NZ$100 million (US$73m) in a revamp of the premium cabins onboard its long-haul aircraft.
Under the new plan, which the airline said was…
Indonesia employs Chinese celeb to attract tourists
Indonesia has appointed Canadian-born Chinese actress Christy Chung to act as a tourism ambassador for the country.
The Antara news agency reports that Ms Chung, who has starred in…
新西兰航空B777-200ER飞往库克群岛
12月3日，新西兰航空（Air New Zealand）将使用波音777-200ER飞机执飞洛杉矶－拉罗汤加航线。
该波音777-200ER飞机将替换下现有的运营该航线的波音767-300飞机。
新飞机的运力增加了36%，并设有新西兰航空的皮质优选经济舱座位，商务舱拥有22″宽皮质座椅并能放倒180度供旅客平躺休息。
新西兰航空英国、欧洲总经理Kathryn…
LATAM expands Barcelona connections
LATAM Airlines Group (LATAM) has announced that it will operate three weekly non-stop flights between Lima, Peru and Barcelona, Spain, beginning 15 December.
Currently, around 8% of…
Qatar inks shareholder deal with Alisarda
Qatar Airways has signed a contribution and shareholders’ agreement with Alisarda, the parent company of Italian airline Meridiana.
The agreement provides for Qatar Airways to purchase…
Qatar Airways to acquire stake in Meridiana
Qatar Airways has signed an agreement with Alisarda, the parent company of Meridiana, to acquire a 49 percent stake in the airline.
Qatar Airways Group CEO Akbar Al Baker said: “Qatar…
Air Canada Rouge launches Toronto-Warsaw route
Air Canada Rouge has launched its Toronto-Warsaw route as it expands its presence in Central Europe.
The non-stop seasonal service, operating four-times a week, makes Air Canada the only…
Sheraton Noosa becomes a Sofitel
AccorHotels has secured the management agreement for the Sheraton Noosa Resort & Spa in Queensland, and rebranded it as a Sofitel.
The 176-room Sunshine Coast resort, which…
US, UK apply for most India e-tourist visas
India's e-tourist visas continue to be most popular with travellers from the US and UK.
According to new data from India's Ministry of Tourism, the country issued a total of 43,833…
Starwood forms loyalty partnership with India’s ITC
Starwood has launched a new loyalty programme partnership with its Indian partner, ITC.
Under the new tie-up, Club ITC members who enrol in the Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG)…
UK music tourism sector generated £3.7bn in 2015: report
UK Music has published its Wish You Were Here 2016 report, which provides insight into the contribution of live music and music tourism to the UK economy during 2015.
The report features…
Air Canada Rouge launches Dublin-Vancouver route
Air Canada Rouge has launched its inaugural flight to Dublin from Vancouver, marking the only non-stop service linking Vancouver and Ireland.
The route is operating three times weekly…
苏梅岛将新增航班迎接中国游客潮
泰国苏梅岛为了迎接未来大量涌入的中国旅客，近日新增了多条前往中国的航班。
西藏航空近日公布了成都－苏梅岛直航的计划，曼谷航空也表示了会新增更多往返苏梅岛与中国的航班。
据曼谷邮报报道，本周，曼谷航空得到了成都－苏梅岛一周四趟航班的开航许可。西藏航空目前已经运营着成都－苏梅岛航线，一周三趟航班。所以，下月起，苏梅岛每周将有7趟苏梅岛－成都航班。…
Samui set for Chinese boom with new flights
The Thai resort island of Koh Samui could be set for an influx of Chinese visitors in future, with the launch of a series of new flights.
Tibet Airlines recently announced plans to…
新西兰航空飞抵越南
新西兰航空（Air New Zealand）的首条前往越南的航班正式抵达胡志明市。
6月4日周六，新西兰航空NZ269次航班于当地时间12:45从奥克兰出发，并于19:45抵达胡志明新山一国际机场。返程航班于21:45出发，并于周日13:35返回奥克兰。
航班将一周执飞三次（周二、四、六），一直运营至10月29日。新西兰航空将使用波音767-300飞机执飞该航线。…
Air New Zealand touches down in Vietnam
Air New Zealand’s inaugural flight to Vietnam has touched down in Ho Chi Minh City.
Flight NZ269 departed Auckland at 1245 on Saturday 4 June 2016 and arrived at HCMC's Tan Son Nhat…
United Airlines unveils major business class overhaul
United Airlines has unveiled plans for a major overhaul of its international business class product, with the launch of a series of new services both in-flight and on the ground.…
Air Canada Rouge launches Prague service
The arrival of flight AC1922 from Toronto-Pearson at Václav Havel Airport Prague yesterday marked the beginning of Air Canada Rouge's expansion into Central Europe this summer.
The…
Air Canda rouge launches Toronto-Gatwick route
The arrival of flight AC1924 at London Gatwick on Friday marked the successful launch of Air Canada rouge's newest route.
The seasonal, non-stop service between Toronto and London…
Face-to-face: Tony Daly, managing director of Ranch Rider
What trends are they seeing in terms of UK visitors? Where are they going? What kind of experiences are they looking for?
We are seeing repeat visits to ranches and also…
North American debut for Air New Zealand’s Dreamliner
Air New Zealand's Boeing 787 Dreamliner will touch down in Hawaii for the first time this week.
The airline is replacing its B767 with the new B787-9 aircraft on the Auckland-Honolulu…
达美航空将高速WiFi推广至600架飞机
近日，美国达美航空（Delta Air Lines）正式推出了扩张计划，将把Gogo的最新最快机上WiFi技术应用到整个飞机机队里。
2Ku新系统将于未来几年内，被推广至美航空超过600架飞机上，包括达美航空整个长线国际航班。Gogo的2Ku科技将在全球提供持续的、不被打断的覆盖，包括海洋上空。…
Delta rolls out fast Wi-Fi to 600 aircraft
Delta Air Lines has announced plans for a major expansion of Gogo's new fast in-flight Wi-Fi system across its fleet.
The new 2Ku connectivity system will be rolled out to more than…
Sterling Holiday Resorts takes on TravTips Travel & Tourism as GSA
In a recent development, Sterling Holiday Resorts Limited has announced the appointment of TravTips Travel & Tourism LLC as its exclusive General Sales Agent (GSA) in UAE.
The…
新西兰航空开通菲律宾航线
新西兰航空（Air New Zealand）将于今年晚些时候继续扩张其亚洲航线，新增前往菲律宾的航班。
12月开始，新西兰航空将运营一周三趟奥克兰－马尼拉直航航班，使用230座、两舱布局的波音767客机。每个方向的航班飞行时间大约为10个半小时。
新西兰航空首席执行官Christopher Luxon表示，他期望新航班能在该航线的两个方向都变得受欢迎。…
Air New Zealand flies to the Philippines
Air New Zealand will continue to expand its Asian network later this year with the launch of flights to the Philippines.
Commencing in December 2016, the airline will operate three…
阿斯塔纳航空连上高速WiFi
阿斯塔纳航空（Air Astana）将在飞机上推出全新机上WiFi系统。
哈萨克斯坦国家航空公司阿斯塔纳航空近日和Rockwell Colins签订了合作协议，后者将在阿斯塔纳航空的波音767飞机上提供宽频带系统。
新航班将于明年9月开始执飞，阿斯塔纳航空将成为首个使用Inmarsat Global…
Air Astana gets connected with high-speed Wi-Fi
Air Astana is planning to launch high-speed in-flight Wi-Fi services onboard its aircraft.
Kazakhstan's national carrier has signed an agreement with Rockwell Collins for the…
荷兰皇家航空将使用梦想客机飞往中国三市
荷兰皇家航空（KLM）将于今年晚些时候使用波音787-9梦想客机开通至中国三市的新航线。
3月27日，荷兰皇家航空将正式开通一周三趟阿姆斯特丹－成都航班。航班逢每周三、五和日执飞。…
加拿大航空将在所有国际航班上提供WiFi
加拿大航空（Air Canada）近日宣布，将在其所有国际航班上提供机上WiFi技术。
目前，加拿大航空已经在全部北美航线单走道飞机上提供了WiFi服务。现在将开始在所有双走道飞机上提供此项服务。从今年秋天开始，加拿大航空将开始在长线航班上使用Gogo公司的2
Ku卫星技术，将从波音777飞机上开始。…
Air Canada to offer Wi-Fi on all international flights
Air Canada has announced plans to start offering in-flight Wi-Fi services on all its international routes.
The national carrier already provides the service on its entire fleet of…
阿斯塔纳航空推出新FFP最高等级
阿斯塔纳航空（Air Astana）为常旅客项目Nomad俱乐部推出了最高级别“钻石级”。
这个最高级别将会回馈阿斯塔纳航空最忠诚的常飞旅客们，也就是在过去的四年里都是“黄金级”的旅客。这要求会员们每年积累10万点数，也就是乘坐125趟航班。…
Air Astana launches new top FFP tier
Air Astana has unveiled a new 'Diamond' status for its frequent flyer programme, Nomad Club.
The new top tier will reward the Kazakh national carrier's most loyal passengers - those…
GM appointed for new Holiday Inn Express St Albans
A general manager has been appointed to lead the team at the brand new Holiday Inn Express St Albans, due to open in spring 2016.
Experienced hotelier Will Glenn moves into the role…
新西兰航空将重启大阪航线
今年，新西兰航空将重启奥克兰－大阪之间的航线。
新航线运营时间为今年11月至明年3月，一周执飞三次（周三、五、日），使用波音767-300飞机。
航班航行时间为11小时，去程航班当地时间10:25从奥克兰出发，于同日18:00抵达大阪关西国际机场。返程航班将于21:00从大阪出发，并将于次日12:05返回奥克兰。…
Air New Zealand to resume Osaka flights
Air New Zealand will resume direct flights between Auckland and Osaka later this year.
The new seasonal service will run three times a week (Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays) from…
Qatar Airways to display A350 at Indian air show
Qatar Airways will exhibit its new Airbus A350 aircraft at the India Aviation 2016 event in Hyderabad this month.
This year's air show, which takes place from 16-20 March, is expected…
海南航空申请开通罗马航线
近日，海南航空正在计划开通海南至罗马的新航线。
据悉，海航已向中国民航局递交了开航申请，申请自2016年3月起开通海口—重庆—罗马往返客运航线，使用机型为A330/B767/B787，每周2班。
另外，往返航班都将经停重庆，可以看成是2015年4月开通的重庆－罗马航线的延长航线。另外，海航也开通了西安－罗马直飞航线。…
Ethiopian Airlines to double Delhi flights
Ethiopian Airlines will double its services to Delhi next month, with the launch of a second daily flight.
Commencing on 26 March 2016, the African carrier will offer two daily…
Air Astana profits jump 144% despite revenue drop
Kazakhstan’s national carrier, Air Astana, has achieved a sharp rise in full-year profits, despite a decline in revenues.
The airline has reported a net profit of US$47.4million for…
空客2015飞机订单数超波音
1月12日，飞机制造商空客公司（Airbus）表示，2015年的飞机订单较前一年减少，但仍然领先对手美国波音公司。
空客2015年净订单为来自53位客户的1036架，较2014年的1456架减少。波音上周报告称，2015年订单是768架，也较前一年的1432架减少。两家公司的飞机订单都由单走道飞机空客A320和波音737飞机主宰。…
Airbus beats Boeing in 2015 order race
Airbus took more new commercial aircraft orders than its rival Boeing last year.
The European planemaker won the annual race for new orders, selling a net total of 1,036 new aircraft to…
Shangri-La to debut in Yiwu
Shangri-La has signed an agreement to launch its first hotel in the Chinese city of Yiwu, Zhejiang province.
Scheduled to open by the end of 2016, the Shangri-La Hotel Yiwu will form…
American Airlines rolls out premium economy on international routes
American Airlines has revealed plans to roll out premium economy cabins across its international fleet.
Launching in late 2016, the new 'Main Cabin Extra' seats will be positioned…
Austrian Airlines to fly to Havana
Austrian Airlines has confirmed it will launch flights to Havana, Cuba, on October 25, 2016.
Flights will be operated on Tuesdays using a Boeing 767 as part of the airline’s winter flight…
柬埔寨、俄罗斯将开通直航
近日，柬埔寨和俄罗斯新签订了一份协议，将开通两国间的首条直航航线。
俄罗斯的TASS新闻社表示，这份协议是在俄罗斯总理梅德韦杰夫前往柬埔寨访问时签订的。
目前，俄柬两国之间没有直航航班在运营，Aeoflot曾于1990年停运了金边航线。但是，柬埔寨一直是俄罗斯民众喜爱的度假胜地之一，虽然近来前去旅游的人数有所下降，因为受到了俄罗斯国内经济不景气的影响。…
Cambodia plans direct flights to Russia
Cambodia has signed an agreement with Russia that could lead to the launch of direct flights between the two countries.
Russia's TASS news agency reports that the deal was signed…
Air Canada confirms Vancouver-Dublin route
Air Canada has announced a further, strategic expansion of its Vancouver hub with the addition of non-stop flights to Dublin, Ireland next summer.
The seasonal route follows the…
Abu Dhabi welcomes KLM’s Dreamliner
In a recent development, KLM’s new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner touched down in Abu Dhabi after its inaugural flight from Amsterdam.
The new airliner will operate between Abu Dhabi…
新西兰航空将用梦想客机飞往夏威夷
明年，新西兰航空（Air New Zealand）将开始使用波音787-9梦想客机执飞夏威夷航线。
该飞机可容纳302位乘客，将从明年5月10日开始，执飞奥克兰－夏威夷航线，使得该航线运力增加20%，乘客也可享受到新航最新的机上产品，包括高端经济舱和SkyCouch座椅。
该航线目前由230座的B767-300飞机执飞。…
Air New Zealand to fly Dreamliner to Hawaii
Air New Zealand will start flying its new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft to Hawaii next year.
The 302-seat aircraft will be deployed on the Auckland-Honolulu route from 10 May 2016,…
新西兰航空开通胡志明航线
本周，新西兰航空表示，将开通越南胡志明航线，进一步扩张亚太地区的航线版图。
该直航航线将由新航的波音767-300飞机执飞，航行时间预计为11小时。胡志明市也成为新航第30个国际航点。机票的销售将于明年初开始。
新西兰航空首席执行官Christopher Luxon表示，“越南正在越来越受旅客的欢迎，去年前往越南的新西兰人占到总国际游客人数的20%。”…
WestJet wins WTM World Travel Leaders Award
WestJet has won a prestigious World Travel Market 2015 World Travel Leaders Award in recognition of its excellent levels of customer service whilst continuing to expand its brand globally.…
Ascott Sari Jeddah welcomes its first guests
Ascott Sari Jeddah, which is managed by Ascott Limited (Ascott) recently opened a new property in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Vincent Miccolis, Ascott’s area general manager for GCC…
亚航新增更多芭提雅出发国内航线
亚航表示，将新开通芭提雅乌塔堡国际机场至清迈和合艾的航线，继续扩大在泰国国内的业务。
11月27日开始，亚航将开通芭提雅－清迈日航航线，两日后将开通一日三趟前往泰国南部最大城市合艾的航班。
前往清迈的航班将于06:40出发，于07:55抵达。返程航班将于08:25出发，并于09:30抵达。…
嘉年华宣布两艘邮轮进入中国市场
嘉年华邮轮集团（Carnival Cruise Line）表示，将于2017年和2018年引进两艘邮轮至中国，开启以中国为母港的航季。
不久前，嘉年华刚宣布将在18个月里引进邮轮至中国市场，现在正式表示将于2017年春季引进嘉年华奇迹号（Carnival Miracle）进入中国市场，并于2018年进一步引进嘉年华辉煌号（Carnival…
Austrian launches flights to Mauritius
Austrian Airlines has launched its latest long-haul destination in the Indian Ocean, Mauritius.
Every Thursday the airline will operate a Boeing 767 aircraft flying non-stop from…
AirAsia adds more domestic flights from Pattaya
AirAsia has continued to expand its operations from Pattaya's U-Tapao Airport with the announcement of new domestic routes to Chiang Mai and Hat Yai.
The low-cost carrier recently…
Carnival confirms first two Chinese ships
Carnival Cruise Line has confirmed that it will commit two ships to the Chinese market in 2017 and 2018.
Following the recent announcement that Carnival will make its debut in China…
Costa Cruises signs air services deal with Neos
Costa Cruises has signed a three-year partnership with Italian airline Neos that will allow passengers leaving from Italy to connect with their vessels in ports in the Caribbean, Dubai and…
Austrian launches first flights to Sri Lanka
Austrian Airlines operated its inaugural flight to Sri Lanka this week.
The new service touched down at Colombo's Bandaranaike International Airport on Tuesday, following a direct…
云顶香港收购Zouk夜店
云顶香港宣布完成收购新加坡最具代表性的俱乐部品牌Zouk，并有望助后者进一步拓展海外市场。
根据协议，云顶香港将收购Zouk的主要商标，以及位于新加坡克拉码头的新Zouk俱乐部，还有常年户外狂欢派对ZoukOut。预计将于2016年第三季开业，不过，此项收购并不包括吉隆坡敦拉萨路Zouk俱乐部。…
Austrian Airlines launches five-times weekly service to Miami
Austrian Airlines has launched a five-times weekly non-stop service from Vienna to Miami.
“The addition of Miami shows that we are significantly expanding our service to North…
The latest industry appointments
MIKE BONNER has been announced as the new vice president of marketing for One&Only Resorts. Based in Dubai, he will be responsible for the company's global marketing efforts. Bonner…
Pitcairn Islands set for cruise tourism boost
One of the world's most remote destinations, the Pitcairn Islands, could be set for a tourism boost in 2016, with a rise in the planned number of cruise visits.
Pitcairn Islands…
UK-based ‘halal-friendly’ airline launches funding campaign
UK carrier Firnas Airways has launched a Gulf funding campaign in a bid to raise the US$50 million it requires for expansion.
The airline’s founder and CEO, British entrepreneur Kazi…
Going West for less
Canadian low-cost carrier (LCC) WestJet is set to launch its inaugural non-stop flights to London Gatwick next summer.
From May 6, 2016, the airline will fly four times daily to the…
中国航空公司扩张南亚航线
中国的航空公司新增了更多前往南亚城市的航班。
9月26日，中国东方航空开通了上海－科伦坡航线。航班一周四次，将于每周一、二、四和六从上海浦东出发，使用双走道空客A330飞机。
这将是东航第二条飞往科伦坡的航线，继现有的直航昆明航线之后。
同样9月30日，东航将开通直航上海－马累航线，直飞马尔代夫首都。航班将于每周三、五和日从上海出发，使用波音767飞机。…
Chinese airlines expand South Asian links
Airlines in China are adding more connections to cities in South Asia.
On Saturday (26 September), China Eastern Airlines commenced a new direct flight between Shanghai and Sri…
首条中国－捷克航线开通
海南航空近日新开通了首条直航布拉格的航线，这是中国和捷克之间的首条直航航线。
北京－布拉格航线9月23日正式开通，将一周执飞三次，去程航班每周一、三、五02:30从北京出发，将于07:10抵达布拉格瓦茨拉夫·哈维尔国际机场。返程航班将于13:30出发，并将于次日05:30抵达北京。
海南航空将使用34座的波音767飞机执飞此航线，头等舱34座、经济舱199座。…
First flights connect China and Czech Republic
Hainan Airlines has continued its European expansion with the launch of flights to Prague – the first direct service between China and the Czech Republic.
Flights between Beijing and…
航空业快讯
海南航空：国内航班头等舱更名
海南航空将改变其国内航线头等舱为商务舱。11月10日起生效，所有海南航空国内航线的单走道飞机都将适用此新规则。在双走道飞机波音787、767和空客A330运营的国内路线上，头等舱将继续保留。航空公司将根据变动相应的变更相关行李和常飞旅客的政策。
国航：提供机上电视…
海南航空开通北京－特拉维夫航线
海南航空（Hainan Airlines）将于明年开通首条前往以色列的航线。
明年4月28日开始，海南航空将开通一周三趟的北京－特拉维夫航线。
新航班将每周二、四、日执飞，去程航班01:55从北京出发，并于07:15抵达特拉维夫Ben Gurion国际机场。返程航班将于13:25从特拉维夫出发，并于次日05:00返回北京。…
Hainan Airlines flies to Israel
Hainan Airlines will launch its first ever flights to Israel next year.
Commencing on 28 April 2016, the Chinese carrier will offer three weekly direct services between Beijing and…
WestJet to launch Winnipeg-Gatwick service
WestJet has announced it will launch a new non-stop service between Winnipeg and London (Gatwick) on 7 May 2016.
“Canadians have been paying far too much to fly to Europe for far too…
全日空推出“星球大战”主题客机
全日空（ANA）推出了首架星球大战主题客机，作为其和迪士尼电影合作协议的一部分。
全日空涂有星球大战主题的客机于上周六正式从波音工厂出厂，机身上涂有著名星球大战的角色R2-D2。…
Trump continues Asian expansion with Java resort
The Trump Hotel Collection has unveiled the next phase of its Asian expansion strategy, with the signing of a new luxury resort in Java.
Only last month the US-based hotel group,…
ANA feels the force with new Star Wars jet
ANA has unveiled its first Star Wars-themed aircraft, as part of its movie partnership with Disney.
The Japanese airline's new Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner rolled-out out of the Boeing factory…
日航新增中、美航线
日本航空（Japan Airlines）近日表示，将进一步增加其在美国和中国的航线。
日本航空泛太平洋航线的扩张将于11月30日正式开始，新增东京成田机场至达拉斯航班。初始时将每周运营四趟（周一、三、五和日），使用波音787-8梦想客机。明年春季时，日航将增加航班频率至日航。
成田－达拉斯航线将是日航和美国航空合作协议的一部分，所以美国航空将代码共享此航线。…
JAL adds new routes to the US and China
Japan Airlines has announced plans to expand its network in the US and China.
Its trans-Pacific expansion will commence on 30 November 2015 with the launch of flights from Tokyo…
Air Astana to recommence Dubai flights
In a recent development, Air Astana has announced its intent to re-launch flights between Astana and Dubai from 25 October 2015.
The service was suspended in October 2010 due to…
日航梦想客机飞往河内
日本航空（Japan Airlines）近日推出新计划，将在其东京－河内航线上部署最新波音787梦想客机。
该新波音787梦想客机（还未证实到底是波音787-8还是波音787-9型），将从今年10月25日开始执飞至越南首都河内的航线，机上将推出最新的优选经济舱座位。航班将从东京成田机场出发。…
JAL to fly Dreamliner to Hanoi
Japan Airlines has revealed that it will deploy its new Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft on the Tokyo-Hanoi route.
The B787 aircraft (unconfirmed whether it will be a B787-8 or larger…
全日空推出两架“星球大战”涂装飞机
日本全日空航空（ANA）近日表示，作为和华特迪士尼（日本）合作的一部分，全日空旗下两架客机将涂装成电影《星球大战》中的经典形象。…
ANA reveals two more Star Wars jets
ANA has confirmed that two more of its aircraft will be decorated with a Star Wars-themed livery, as part of its partnership with Disney.
The Japanese carrier previous unveiled details of…
全日空增加飞中国航线
日本全日空（ANA）将开通更多从东京至中国北京、上海、广州的航班。
今年10月25日起，全日空将开通新的东京成田－广州航线，航班jain 过使用双走道波音767飞机，并且每日执飞。
也是同日起，全日空还将增加从成田机场飞往北京和上海的航班频率。两条航线的频率都将从一日一趟增加到一日两趟。
这次的航线扩张是由中日政府5月成功的双边谈判之后带来的。…
ANA adds new flights to major Chinese cities
ANA is launching more flights from Tokyo to China's three biggest cities: Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou.
Commencing on 25 October 2015, the Japanese airline will launch a brand new…
Europe’s largest airlines join forces for EU Aviation Strategy
The CEOs of Europe’s five largest airline groups – Air France KLM, easyJet, International Airlines Group, Lufthansa Group and Ryanair – have agreed to work together to lobby for the…
阿斯塔纳航空新增韩国路线
近日，阿斯塔纳航空开通了新路线，连接哈萨克斯坦首都阿斯塔纳和韩国首尔。
本月2日起，哈萨克斯坦国家航空阿斯塔纳航空将开通阿斯塔纳－首尔航班。该航班将由两舱布局共有223座的波音767飞机执飞，每周一趟。新航线将使阿斯塔纳航空前往首尔的航点扩大至两个。…
Air Astana adds new route to Korea
Air Astana has launched a new route connecting the capital cities of Kazakhstan and South Korea.
On Tuesday 2 June 2015, the Kazakh national carrier commenced services from Astana to…
埃塞俄比亚航空开通马尼拉航线
下月起，埃塞俄比亚航空将开通首趟飞往马尼拉的航班。
从今年7月9日起，埃塞俄比亚航空将开通每周三班从亚的斯亚贝巴飞往菲律宾首都马尼拉的航班，中间经停曼谷。
航班将每周二、四和六执飞，去程航班当地时间00:40从埃塞俄比亚首都Bole国际机场出发，并于18:45抵达马尼拉阿基诺国际机场。返程航班将于22:00离开马尼拉，并于次日06:30抵达亚的斯亚贝巴。…
Ethiopian Airlines flies to Manila
Ethiopian Airlines will launch its first flights to Manila next month.
Commencing on 9 July 2015, the African carrier will operate three weekly flights from Addis Ababa to the…
Air Canada upgrades cabins on Rouge flights
Air Canada has unveiled a series of product upgrades for its recently-launched leisure airline, Air Canada Rouge.
The carrier commenced operations in 2013, using Air Canada's older Boeing…
新西兰航空增加珀斯航班
新西兰航空新开通每周三班往返于奥克兰－珀斯航班，以求加强新航乘客中转前往泛太平洋路线便利性。
新航班将从今年12月11日开通至明年5月1日，来自珀斯的乘客可以在奥克兰继续转机前往洛杉矶、旧金山、温哥华、休斯顿和布宜诺斯艾利斯。…
Air New Zealand to boost Perth capacity
Air New Zealand is enhancing its operations in Perth with the introduction of three new weekly flights to and from Auckland, which are timed to connect passengers to the airline’s…
Airline briefs: Aeromexico, Emirates, Qatar Airways & Air Canada Rouge
Aeromexico will launch its new direct flight between Mexico City and Vancouver on 9 December.
The route will mark the third destination the carrier serves in Canada, together with…
孟加拉新机场获准修建
印度政府最近批准位于西孟加拉机场的修建工程。
Kazi Nazrul Islam机场占地263公顷，离杜尔加普尔约有15千米的距离，位于加尔各答北面160千米。机场将建成一个航站楼，一条跑道，可以迎接像空客A320和波音737这样的单走道喷气式飞机。
机场由孟加拉Aerotropolis…
复星与TPG联手收购太阳马戏团
太阳马戏团(Cirque du Soleil)的各位杂技演员已被德太集团(TPG Capital)和中国综合企业集团复星(Fosun)收购。这一交易对该马戏团的估值为大约15亿美元（约合93亿人民币）。
这家全球马戏与娱乐公司表示，该交易将令它能够增加新的消费者品牌和媒体合作方，并表示它将进一步打开通往中国市场的门户。…
泰国微笑航空飞往南亚
泰国微笑航空，泰国国际航空旗下的低成本航空公司，将在接下来推出首条飞往南亚的航线。
据泰国国内英文报纸The Nation报道，泰国微笑航空本季度将新增飞往海得拉巴和科伦坡的航班，同时还将飞往缅甸最大城市，仰光。
“我们将在今年更多的飞往国外。印度和缅甸将是最重要的地方。泰国微笑航空正在和泰航协商，将印度和缅甸的航线过继给我们，”Chalongchai…
菲律宾航空四年来首获盈利
PAL控股，菲律宾航空的母公司，日前发布2014年的财政数据现实，去年全年共实现盈利7.87亿菲律宾比索（约合1.1亿人民币），这是四年来菲律宾航空首次告别赤字。…
东航增大曼谷航班载客量
中国东方航空宣布将使用新波音777-300ER飞机，来增加飞往曼谷航班的载客量。
从现在开始至8月底，中国东方航空将在每日六班飞往曼谷的航班里升级其中一趟航班，由拥有316座的波音777飞机执飞。
这是东航继今年二月和三月使用波音777飞往曼谷后第二次在此航线启用此飞机，当时是为了满足农历新年里增大的旅客需求。…
Xiamen Airlines welcomes fourth Dreamliner
Xiamen Airlines took delivery of its fourth Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft on 20 April.
Like its other B787-8s, the new long-haul aircraft is configured with 237 seats in a…
全日空推出新经济舱座椅
近日，全日空发布计划称将推出新款式的经济舱座椅。
由日本丰田纺织公司设计，新座椅宽44.5厘米，高78.7厘米。全日空称新座椅适合各种身材和身形的客人入座，因为座椅高度、长度、角度以及座位靠背的设计，可以均衡的分配给人体施加的压力。
全日空表示，基于对旅客舒适度来说最重要的就是支撑，新座椅可以减少臀部区域的肌肉疲劳，并通过支撑骨盆让乘客可以维持一个舒适的姿势。…
ANA unveils new economy class seats
ANA has unveiled plans to roll out a new type of economy class seat.
Designed by Japanese company Toyota Boshoku, the new seats will be 44.5cm wide and have a pitch of 78.7cm. The…
乌克兰航空开通基辅－北京航线
乌克兰国际航空将于本月正式开通飞往北京的航线。
从本月29日开始，乌克兰航空将每周三班飞往中国首都北京。航班将于每周三、五、日当地时间12:00从基辅出发，返程航班将于每周二、五、日当地时间01:35从北京出发。
乌克兰航空将用三舱布局的波音767-300ER机型执飞此航线。…
Ukraine Airlines to fly to Beijing
Ukraine International Airlines (UIA) will launch a new direct service to Beijing this month.
Commencing on 29 April 2015, the Ukrainian national carrier will operate three weekly…
波音公司本季度交付更多飞机
在今年第一季度，波音公司共生产了184架商务飞机，比去年同期上涨14%。
生产最多的机型是波音737单走道式飞机，共生产了121架。增长势头最强的是梦幻客机波音787，本季度交付了30架，比去年一季度上升了67%。
除此之外，波音公司还生产了24架波音777，5架波音767以及4架波音747。
Air France flies new cabins to Guangzhou
Air France has started flying its revamped Boeing 777 aircraft to Guangzhou, featuring the airline's latest cabin products.
The twin-aisle jet operating the direct Paris-Guangzhou…
Xiamen offers 72-hour visa-free stays
Xiamen has become the latest Chinese city to offer 72 hours of visa-free travel to international tourists.
The city, in the southeast province of Fujian, will now allow passengers…
Royal Caribbean to base latest ship in China
Royal Caribbean has confirmed that its newest cruise ship, Ovation of the Seas, will be based in China.
The vessel, which will become Royal Caribbean's third Quantum-class ship, will…
Xiamen Airlines equips Dreamliners with Wi-Fi
Xiamen Airlines has taken delivery of its third Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, and the first to come equipped with in-flight Wi-Fi.
The new long-haul jet touched down at Xiamen’s…
China can deliver 83m cruise passengers – HKTB
The Greater China region has the potential to deliver 83 million cruise passengers per year, according to new research from the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB).
Presented on the…
Philippine Airlines adds new route to China
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has announced that it will launch a new route to China this month.
Commencing on 29 March 2015, the national carrier will operate direct flights from Manila…
China approves new airline for Jiangxi
Authorities in China have approved the creation of a new airline in the southeastern province of Jiangxi.
Jiangxi Airlines has been given the green light by the Civil Aviation…
日航新增更多机上wifi服务
本周起，日航将在更多的国际航线上提供机上wifi服务。
本周二开始，日航将会在波音767-300ER飞机和波音787-8飞机上提供wifi服务，这些航班飞往欧洲、北美、和亚洲长线目的地。…
JAL expands Wi-Fi service to more routes
Japan Airlines will start rolling out in-flight Wi-Fi services on more international routes next month.
Effective 3 March 2015, the airline will offer Wi-Fi onboard its Boeing…
Delta upgrades in-flight Wi-Fi
Delta Air Lines has announced plans to upgrade its in-flight Wi-Fi service, with faster connection speeds and expanded coverage.
The upgrades will extend Wi-Fi access beyond North…
Xiamen Airlines flies Dreamliner to Chengdu
Xiamen Airlines has started flying its new Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft to Chengdu, the capital of southwest China's Sichuan province.
The new service commenced today (10 February…
Etihad’s traffic picks up 23%
Etihad Airways has reported a 23% increase in traffic during 2014 compared to the previous year.
Almost 14.8 million people flew with the carrier last year, taking a 74% share of…
Sichuan Airlines to expand international network
Chengdu-based Sichuan Airlines will expand its international operations this year, with the launch of new routes to Moscow, Tokyo and Osaka.
The airline will launch the first ever…
Etihad’s Dreamliner debuts on Dusseldorf route
Etihad Airways' Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft entered commercial service on Sunday, on the Abu Dhabi-Dusseldorf route.
The first flight, numbered EY23, departed the UAE capital at 0215…
Xiamen Airlines to launch European flights in July
China's Xiamen Airlines will commence its first ever flights to Europe this summer, with a new route to Amsterdam.
The airline recently received permission from the Civil Aviation…
JAL rolls out new Dreamliner cabins on international routes
Japan Airlines will roll out new aircraft and cabin products across a series of international routes this year.
From June 2015, the airline will start deploying its new fleet of…
ANA to fly Dreamliner to KL
Japan's All Nippon Airways (ANA) will commence flights to Kuala Lumpur later this year, using its Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
Launching on 1 September 2015, the new service will…
Air Astana soars in 2014, despite currency issues
The annual profits of Kazakhstan’s national carrier, Air Astana, rose sharply in 2014, despite currency issues that impacted the airline early in the year.
Kazakhstan's government…
The latest industry appointments
MARYAM BANIKARIM has been appointed as Hyatt's new global chief marketing officer. She joins the Chicago-based hotel group with more than 20 years of marketing expertise across multiple…
Saudi tourists highest spenders globally
Tourists from Saudi Arabia have been deemed the highest spender globally.
This is further authenticated as at least 4.5 million Saudi tourists spend over SAR80 billion every year when…
Boeing breaks aircraft delivery record in 2014
Boeing has set a new company record for the most commercial airplanes delivered in a single year.
The US planemaker delivered 723 aircraft in 2014, breaking the previous record set in…
Azerbaijan Airlines welcomes first Dreamliner
Azerbaijan Airlines has expanded its long-haul fleet with the delivery of its first ever Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
The Baku-based national carrier welcomed the new twin-aisle…
Face-to-Face: Richard Ledger
Travel Daily chats with Air Astana's Vice President of Sales Worldwide, about the Kazakh national carrier's future route and fleet expansion plans...
Q) With no EU restrictions…
Jet Asia adds scheduled services to Jakarta and Jeddah
Thailand's Jet Asia Airways has ramped up its scheduled flight operations with the launch of new services to Jakarta and Jeddah.
The Bangkok-based airline, which has traditionally…
Air Astana opens second Bangkok route
Air Astana has launched a new direct service connecting Kazakhstan's capital Astana with Bangkok.
The route was officially launched today (15 December 2014) and will now operate twice…
American “goes for great” with US$2bn investment
American Airlines has unveiled a major programme of fleet and product upgrades for 2015, as it aims to offer passengers a "world-class travel experience".
Timed to coincide with the…
Indonesian arrivals rise 12%
International visitor arrivals to Indonesia continued to climb in October 2014.
According to the latest data from the country's Central Statistics Agency (BPS), reported by the Antara…
Delta confirms major Airbus deal
Delta Air Lines has confirmed a deal that will see it operate Airbus long-haul jets for the first time.
The US carrier has agreed to purchase 25 A350-900s and 25 new A330-900neo…
Air Canada to fly more Dreamliners to Asia
Air Canada will start flying its new fleet of Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft to more destinations in Asia in the coming months.
The airline recently deployed the new long-haul…
More international visitor numbers for Kyoto
The Japanese government recently expanded a range of consumption tax exemption to all items purchased by foreign tourists. This new initiative has made shopping in Kyoto easier. The new…
豪掷千万购邮轮 芒果网真是拼了
中国新闻采编网报道，在日前召开的第九届中国邮轮产业发展大会暨国际邮轮博览会上，向为市场热盼的《中国邮轮旅游发展总体规划》如期公布，政策鼓励下的中国邮轮游市场持续升温。据了解，2014年中国乘坐邮轮出境旅游人数有望突破70万人次，预计2015年邮轮旅行游客数量将破百万大关。
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The latest industry appointments
DIMITRIOS KARAGKIOULES has become Etihad Airways' new general manager for Thailand. With more than 20 years of airline experience, Karagkioules move to Bangkok from Athens, where he…
越南或放宽免签入境制度
中国日报网, 越南文化体育旅游部等相关部门最近向政府建议，应更放宽免签入境制度，扩大实施对象与延长免签，让旅客的停留时间加长，可吸引更多国际旅客入境越南观光。
越通社新闻网站（vietnamplus.vn）近日报道称，越南文化体育旅游部等相关部门最近向政府建议，针对法国、德国、英国、西班牙、意大利、澳大利亚、新西兰、印度与加拿大等9国旅客实施免签入境制度。…
August UK tourism numbers soar for Dubai
Dubai has seen double-digit growth in the number of UK tourists heading to the emirate.
The 27% increase is the highest month-on-month increase in the last three years.
The figure…
MasterCard launches tax refund scheme for Chinese travellers
MasterCard has created a new service allowing Chinese travellers to claim tax refunds after they have returned from their holiday.
In partnership with China’s HNA Transforex Currency…
Air Canada Rouge moves into Asia
Air Canada Rouge, the recently-launched "leisure airline", will arrive in Asia for the first time next year.
The carrier currently operates low-cost services to a range of leisure…
JAL adds new Dreamliner routes to LAX, Bangkok
Japan Airlines has unveiled its international flight plans for the winter 2014-15 season, including the launch of two brand new routes using its Boeing 787 Dreamliner.
On 20 December…
The latest industry appointments
ANGIE VAUX has been named as TripAdvisor's new commercial director for Asia Pacific. Ms Vaux moves to TripAdvisor from enterprise software company SAP, where she held the position of…
Air Astana profits rise
Air Astana recorded a net profit of US$16.5 million in the second quarter of 2014, 7% more than the same period last year.
Kazakhstan's national carrier generated revenues of US$230m…
Air Astana’s Dubai service launched
Air Astana will soon announce the re-launch of its direct daily flights from Almaty to Dubai. The new service will commence on 1 September 2014. The existing four days a week service…
‘Become a Barcelona & Catalonia Expert’ Online Training Course
Catalonia is home to UNESCO World Heritage treasures such as Gaudi’s iconic buildings, 580km of Mediterranean coastline, world-class shopping streets, and the best restaurant in the…
ANA expands fleet with Boeing deals
All Nippon Airways (ANA) took two major steps in its fleet expansion efforts this week, with the confirmation of an order for 40 more twin-aisle jets and the delivery of its first ever…
China Eastern becomes first Chinese airline to offer Wi-Fi
China Eastern Airlines has started rolling out Wi-Fi onboard it aircraft.
In a first for the Chinese aviation industry, the Shanghai-based carrier has teamed up with China Telecom…
JAL’s in-flight Wi-Fi goes live
Japan Airlines has started offering Wi-Fi onboard its aircraft.
In partnership with service provider Gogo, JAL has rolled out internet services on three of its Boeing 777-200…
Hainan Airlines orders 50 Boeing 737s
Hainan Airlines has placed a major order for 50 Boeing 737 aircraft.
The Chinese carrier sealed the deal at the Farnborough Air Show on Wednesday, confirming its plans to operate an…
Lufthansa unveils plans for long-haul LCC
Lufthansa has unveiled plans to launch a new low-cost carrier which will eventually expand into the long-haul market.
The new carrier, called Wings, will operate from multiple…
Lufthansa puts battle plans into place
The Lufthansa Group has announced a new WINGS low-cost concept as it puts plans in place to become a ‘five star carrier’ by 2020.
The German group hopes to take on the growth of Gulf…
“Happy” Thailand outlines tourism recovery drive
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has outlined a major marketing plan as it tries to recover some of the ground lost during the recent protests and coup.
The tourism board is…
Aircraft nearly collide at Barcelona El Prat
Two aircraft nearly collided on the runway at Barcelona’s El Prat Airport on Saturday.
A Boeing 767 operated by Russian airline Utair had started to make its landing on the runway…
JAL to offer Wi-Fi on domestic routes
Japan Airlines will launch in-flight Wi-Fi on its domestic routes next month.
To be rolled out from 23 July 2014, the new service will initially be made available on services from…
Salalah Airport witness growth surge
Muscat International Airport witnessed a significant growth in year-to-date aircraft movements and passenger numbers by end of April 2014. The total number of flights increased by 3.5%…
中国东方航空开通西安到莫斯科新航线
中国东方航空在今夏即将增加西安到莫斯科的新航线。该航线将于2014年7月1日正式开通，航班设置为每周两次（周二和周四），经停于上海。所有航班将使用波音767客机。此外，东航已开通莫斯科到上海的直飞航线。
China Eastern retires old Airbus jets
China Eastern Airlines has officially retired its fleet of Airbus A300 aircraft.
The final flight using the old wide-body aircraft flew from Shenzhen to Shanghai on 31 May, marking…
Garuda codeshares to US with Delta
Garuda Indonesia has signed a new codeshare agreement with Delta Air Lines that will give it access to the US market.
Under the new arrangement, Garuda will place its 'GA' code on…
Delta connects Seoul with Seattle
Delta Air Lines has launched a new direct service connecting Seattle with Seoul.
Flights commenced on 2 June 2014 and will now operate daily, departing Seattle-Tacoma International…
Indian tourists advised to take care in Thailand
India has advised its citizens to take "abundant precautions" when visiting to Thailand, but stopped short of telling people not to travel.
The Indian Embassy in Bangkok warned…
Hyatt Regency returns to Tianjin
Hyatt has launched a new Hyatt Regency hotel in Tianjin, 28 years after the company's first ever Chinese property opened in the city.
The original Hyatt Regency Tianjin opened its…
Air NZ, Virgin boost trans-Tasman capacity
Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia will increase capacity on routes between Australia and New Zealand for the upcoming Southern Hemisphere summer season.
From November 2014 to March…
Illusions look to strengthen presence in Asia
The Asian market has been a learning ground for Illusions who are keen to expand their product portfolio and brand awareness. Talking to Travel Daily Middle East, Jessica Wong, general…
Nok Air confirms fleet expansion
Nok Air has firmed up and order with Boeing that will see the airline significantly expand its fleet.
The Thai low-cost carrier first announced the order for eight Boeing 737-800s and…
Air Astana adds European charter flights
Kazakhstan’s national carrier Air Astana has unveiled plans to launch a series of new charter services to Europe this summer.
Commencing in June 2014, the airline will fly from…
June launch for Qatar Airways’ A380 flights
Qatar Airways will launch its first Airbus A380 on 17 June 2014, on the route from Doha to London Heathrow Airport.
The airline will take delivery of its first three double-decker…
JAL unveils new domestic seats
Japan Airlines will commence the roll-out of its new 'JAL Sky Next' cabin products next month.
Initially announced in January 2014, the revamped cabin will include new leather seats…
Delta completes international flat-bed roll-out
Delta Air Lines has completed the installation of full flat-bed seats in the business class cabins of its entire fleet of international long-haul aircraft.
The roll-out has included…
Qatar Airways to fly direct to Bali
Qatar Airways has unveiled plans to launch flights to Bali using its Boeing 787 Dreamliner.
The new direct service to Indonesia's 'Island of the Gods' will take off for the first time…
EU boost for Cebu Pacific, Air Astana
Cebu Pacific Air and Air Astana were two of the major winners this week when the EU updated its aviation blacklist.
Following the removal of Philippine Airlines from the blacklist…
Mobile revolution continues to transform air travel
The majority of passengers use their mobile devices to ease their air travel processes, new research has revealed.
The 'Smart Thinking' report, by airport IT company SITA, said that…
Kenya Airways welcomes first Dreamliner
Kenya Airways has reached a major milestone in its development, with the arrival of its first Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft.
The Kenyan flag carrier's first B787-8 departed Boeing's…
Boeing deliveries soar in Q1
Boeing achieved a strong rise in aircraft deliveries in the first quarter of the year.
The US planemaker recorded 161 commercial aircraft deliveries in the first three months of 2014,…
Uzbekistan Air launches Singapore flights
Singapore is now connected to Uzbekistan, following the launch of a new service by national carrier, Uzbekistan Airways.
The inaugural flight touched down this week, marking the start…
ANA to place record aircraft orders
ANA has unveiled plans to renew its fleet with orders for 70 new aircraft.
The Japanese carrier will spend a record JPY1.7 trillion (US$16.6 billion) on a series of new single- and…
Delta rolls out Wi-Fi on Boeing 747s
Delta Air Lines is rolling out in-flight Wi-Fi services across its fleet of Boeing 747-400s.
Three of the airline's 16 B747s have so far been equipped with the service, allowing…
Hainan Airlines pens pilot training deal
Hainan Airlines has signed a new five-year pilot training agreement with Boeing.
Under the terms of the deal, Boeing Flight Services will provide training for the Chinese airline's…
Qantas to cut 5,000 jobs as losses mount
Qantas has confirmed plans to cut 5,000 jobs and reduce its fleet size, after posting a pre-tax loss of AU$252 million (US$227m) for the first half of its financial year.
The job losses,…
Austrian to launch summer Maldives flights
Austrian Airlines will offer summer flights to the Maldives for the first time this year.
From July 2014, the airline will launch weekly flights between Vienna and Male, with services…
BA to boost Saudi frequency
British Airways plans to further increase its flight frequency in Saudi Arabia, the key market for the company, as reported in Saudi Gazette.
Paolo De Renzis, BA's regional commercial…
United posts US$1 billion profit in 2013
United Airlines has posted a strong US$1.08 billion net profit for 2013.
The world's second biggest airline, in terms of passenger traffic, managed to boost its annual net profits by…
JAL expands international routes at Haneda
Japan Airlines (JAL) has unveiled a series of new international routes from Tokyo Haneda Airport this summer.
Following the recent expansion of international slots at Haneda, JAL has…
JAL to fly Dreamliner to Vancouver
Japan Airlines (JAL) will start flying its Boeing 787 Dreamliner to Vancouver next month.
Commencing on 3 February 2014, the Japanese carrier will initially fly to the Canadian city…
Boeing speeds up deliveries in 2013
Boeing's commercial aircraft deliveries accelerated in 2013, despite the four-month grounding of the B787 Dreamliner.
The US planemaker delivered a total of 648 commercial jets last…
Travel Daily’s Ones to Watch for 2014
As another year begins, Travel Daily looks at the major trends that could impact the Asian travel industry in 2014...
Boeing 787-9 – Problems solved?
The new extended version of…
ANA to launch Vancouver, Hanoi flights
All Nippon Airways (ANA) will add two new destinations to its route map next year.
From 30 March 2014, the airline will use its new slots at Tokyo Haneda Airport to launch flights to…
Air Astana welcomes final A320
Air Astana has taken delivery of its sixth and final new Airbus A320 aircraft.
The new single-aisle jet touched down in Kazakhstan this week, and marking the final delivery of an…
Ethiopian Airlines touches down in Singapore
Ethiopian Airlines touched down at Singapore's Changi Airport for the first time on Tuesday (3 December 2013), following the launch of a new service from Addis Ababa, via Bangkok.
The…
JAL rolls out Sky Suites on Frankfurt route
Japan Airlines (JAL) will launch its new 'Sky Suite' in-flight products on the Tokyo Narita-Frankfurt route.
Commencing in April 2014, the airline will operate the European route…
台湾获选2013年圣诞血拼首选地 巴西问鼎最昂贵目的地
全球酒店预订专家Hotels.com®近期发布的调查揭晓，台湾以高性价比的圣诞礼物售价获选2013年最实惠目的地，成为血拼一族置备圣诞礼物的首选。
Hotels.com®“圣诞购物篮（Christmas Shopping…
卡塔尔航空将开飞杭州 中国二线城市受青睐
据CAPA报道：卡塔尔航空将推出从多哈至中国杭州的A330航班服务，预计航班班次为每周4次。届时杭州将成为卡塔尔航空在中国大陆的第6个航线目的地，进而使该航空成为服务最多中国城市的非亚洲运营商。此前该头衔的持有者是荷航以及汉莎航空，这两家运营商均在中国大陆的5个城市开通了航线。（注：中东处于西亚地区，许多分析文章将这一地区作为单独的一个区域来进行处理）…
哈尔滨至北美直航航线明年1月15日将开通
2014年1月15日，哈尔滨将开通直飞美国阿拉斯加的航线，每15天一个航班的频次。从哈尔滨直飞阿拉斯加州安克雷奇市，两地相距5500公里，全程仅用6个小时，此直飞航线将成为中美两国最近的空中航线。…
JAL posts US$830m profit
Japan Airlines (JAL) has posted a strong set of results for the first half of its 2013-14 financial year.
The company generated net profits of JPY81.9 billion (US$833 million) in the…
Austrian Airlines boosts North American capacity
Austrian Airlines has expanded its North America flight schedules for 2014. Starting 2 July 2014, the airline will add Newark, to its route network. The new route will be serviced with…
JAL to revamp domestic cabins
Japan Airlines (JAL) is expanding its in-flight cabin upgrade programme to include its domestic aircraft.
The 'JAL New Sky' project has already been rolled out across a series of…
Kenya Airlines expands long-haul fleet
Kenya Airlines has taken delivery of a new Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
The wide-body jet, which has been leased from to GE Capital Aviation Services (GECAS), comes configured…
Ethiopian Airlines to fly to Singapore
Ethiopian Airlines will launch flights to Singapore before the end of the year.
Commencing on 3 December 2013, the African carrier will operate three weekly flights from Addis Ababa…
Qantas adds new Boeing 737
Qantas has continued its fleet renewal strategy with the delivery of another new aircraft - its 68th Boeing 737-800.
The new single-aisle aircraft comes equipped with 178 seats, 12 in…
外交部提醒赴新西兰南岛中国游客注意交通安全
据外交部中国领事服务网援引驻克赖斯特彻奇总领事馆消息，随着旅游旺季的到来，近日，新西兰南岛发生多起中国游客自驾行遭遇车祸事件。中国驻克莱斯特彻奇总领馆提醒赴上述地区旅游的中国公民注意人身安全。…
Thailand could offer visa-free travel to Chinese
Thailand is planning to offer visa-free travel to Chinese tourists, China's Premier Li Leqiang has said.
On a visit to Bangkok, where he met Thailand's Prime Minister Yingluck…
JAL introduces ‘SkySuite’ on Vancouver route
Japan Airlines (JAL) is launching its 'SkySuite' product on its flights between Tokyo and Vancouver.
The Boeing 767-300ER aircraft that operates the trans-Pacific route will be fitted…
达美航空宣传抗癌 粉红机“乳癌一号”起飞
10月是乳癌防治月，达美航空（Delta）一架命名为“乳癌一号”（Breast Cancer One）的粉红色波音767飞机，将在期间飞到各地宣传抗癌。
达美各航班空服员都会穿上粉红色制服，表示支持抗癌。达美并在本月间推出粉红色柠檬汁，愿意点一杯来尝尝的旅客同时也可帮助抗癌机构推广乳癌防治，因为达美会把所有卖粉红柠檬汁所得捐给乳癌研究基金会（Breast Cancer…
去哪儿拟上市 上半年净亏1693万元
去哪儿10月1日向SEC（美国证券交易委员会）提交IPO招股书，申请在纽约证券交易所上市，由德银、高盛担任承销商，最高融资1.25亿美元，代号为“QUNR”。
在招股书中，去哪儿披露了截止2010年、2011年、2012年12月31日止，3年的财务数据。
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Jetstar welcomes Australia’s first Dreamliner
Jetstar has taken delivery of its first Boeing 787 aircraft - the first ever Dreamliner to be operated by an Australian airline.
The new fuel-efficient aircraft took off from Boeing's…
JAL pens first ever Airbus order
Japan Airlines (JAL) has signed a purchase agreement for up to 56 Airbus long-range aircraft, marking the national carrier's first ever deal with the European planemaker.
The…
Abu Dhabi revs up intra-regional tourism
Abu Dhabi is on a major drive to boost inbound intra-regional tourism. The authority will be hosting the biggest GCC destination familiarisation trip. Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture…
Garuda takes next step in fleet expansion
Garuda Indonesia continued the expansion of its wide-body fleet this week, with the delivery of its first brand new Airbus A330-300 aircraft.
The new aircraft is the first of 18…
Air Astana to launch new London service
Kazakhstan's national carrier Air Astana is launching a new direct service to London.
Commencing on 29 October 2013, the new route will become the first direct link between the capitals…
Air France KLM and Etihad unsure of Alitalia
Air France-KLM has deferred a decision on whether to offer further help to struggling Alitalia until it has heard more about the Italian airline later this week.
Rumours of a bid from…
Afghanistan’s Safi Airways expands
Afghanistan-based Safi Airways is expanding with the addition of two new aircraft and one more international destination - Islamabad.
The carrier, which operates from Kabul…
Elite launches city hotel collection
Luxury travel website, Elite Resorts of Asia Pacific, has launched a new collection of high-end urban properties, CityElite.
The new collection initially gathers 48 luxury hotels…
Air France to axe 2,800 more jobs
Air France is planning to slash 2,800 more jobs after its management decided to ramp up the 'Transform 2015' cost-cutting strategy.
Presenting an update of the turnaround plan this…
Gibraltar yacht hotel proves a hit
A new five-star ‘yacht hotel’ in Gibraltar is said to have seen a “staggering” interest in corporate enquiries in just five weeks.
The hotel, named Sunborn Gibraltar, has seen GBP5…
Virgin Australia to set up Adelaide crew base
Virgin Australia will set up a new cabin crew base in Adelaide.
The airline currently has approximately 180 employees based in South Australia, working at Adelaide airport in customer…
Khiri takes advantage of new Myanmar border crossing
Bangkok-based Khiri Travel has announced a new range of tour options following the recent opening of the Mae Sot-Myawaddy border between Thailand and Myanmar.
The new crossing point…
JAL supports quake zone with charter flights
Japan Airlines (JAL) will operate a series of international charter flights to the country's Tohoku region, which was devastated by the earthquake and tsunami in March 2011.
As part…
Korean Air crew banned to fly to Xi’an
A Korean Air crew has been banned from operating flights to Xi'an for one year, after the crew failed to understand a Chinese air traffic controller's guide during landing on 19 August…
Korean Air A380 sets world first
A Korean Air A380 flight has set an industry first: to be the first Airbus A380 to fly across the Pacific Ocean from Atlanta to Seoul.
The flight, which departed from Atlanta…
ANA to fly Dreamliner to Jakarta
ANA will deploy its Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft to Jakarta next year.
From 1 February 2014, the Japanese airline will replace its existing daily B767-300ER service between Tokyo…
Delta to link Seattle with Seoul and HK
Delta Air Lines will continue to expand from its 'Asian Gateway', Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, with the launch of new services to two of the region's key cities - Seoul and Hong…
JAL to fly Dreamliner to Sydney, Bangkok
Japan Airlines will deploy its Boeing 787 Dreamliner to Sydney and Bangkok later this year.
Effective 1 December 2013, all of the airline's services between Tokyo Narita airport and…
Aeromexico becomes new Dreamliner operator
Aeromexico has become the 14th airline in the world to operate the Boeing 787 Dreamliner.
The Mexican carrier took delivery of its first Dreamliner on Friday (16 August 2013), from…
Rocco Forte’s Hotel Savoy offers Florence cycling experience
Florentine hotel Rocco Forte’s Hotel Savoy is running a unique cycling experience to coincide with the UCI World Road Championships, which will take place in Florence in September.…
Austrian Airlines introduces new cabins
Austrian Airlines has unveiled new business and economy class cabins for its long-haul aircraft.
Effective immediately, the Vienna-based airline will offer a brand new flat-bed seat…
New Asian airline launches
A new Asian airline launched today at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Asia Atlantic Airlines will initially offer flights to Tokyo and Osaka with two Boeing 767-300ER aircraft.
It…
Asiana launches Indonesia flights
Asiana Airlines has commenced direct flights to Indonesia.
On Friday 19 July 2013, the South Korean airline started a new daily service to Jakarta. Flights now depart Seoul's Incheon…
Qantas to host Disney ‘Planes’ premiere
Qantas has teamed up with Disney to host the premiere of its latest animated movie, Planes, at 30,000ft.
Taking place on 7 September 2013, the premiere will see the movie screened on…
Asian aviation tidbits
China Eastern to launch Manila flights
China Eastern Airlines has announced that it will launch a new service to Manila. From 18 October, the Shanghai-based airline will commence a…
ANA flies Dreamliner to Munich, Singapore
ANA has announced the expansion of its international network, including the launch of Boeing 787 Dreamliner flights on several routes.
From 1 September 2013, the Japanese airline will…
Boeing delivers more planes in 2013
Boeing has delivered more commercial aircraft in the first six months of 2013 than it did in the same period last year.
The US planemaker delivered 306 aircraft in the January-June…
Hawaiian flies to Sendai
Hawaiian Airlines has commenced flights to the Japanese city of Sendai.
The hub, in northeast Japan, becomes Hawaiian's fifth gateway in the country and will be served three times a…
United Airlines invests in long-haul fleet
United Airlines has had a busy week at the Paris Air Show, placing orders for 55 new wide-body aircraft as it modernises and expands its long-haul fleet.
Following an order for 20…
Delta launches Seattle-Shanghai
Delta Air Lines has continued its Asian expansion with the launch of a new service connecting the US city of Seattle with Shanghai.
The new trans-Pacific service took off for the…
Aeromexico unveils Dreamliner destinations
Aeromexico expects to take delivery of its first Dreamliners this year, and intends to fly the aircraft to New York, Paris and Tokyo.
The Mexican carrier is on track to receive its…
Asian aviation tidbits
Asiana to add Indonesia flights
Asiana Airlines has announced plans to launch two new routes to Indonesia. From 19 July 2013, the South Korean carrier will commence daily flights…
LOT relaunches Chicago Dreamliner flights
LOT Polish Airlines has deployed its Boeing 787 Dreamliner on the Warsaw-Chicago route.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport was the first scheduled destination for LOT's Dreamliner…
Kenya Airways: Business and Tourism in the forefront
Kenya Airways is very optimistic about the Middle East region. The airline launched its Dubai-Hong Kong route and the recent development is the direct flights to Abu Dhabi.
Delta continues expansion from US ‘Asian Gateway’
Delta Air Lines has commenced a new service connecting the northwest US city of Seattle with Tokyo's Haneda airport.
The service, which took off for the first time on Saturday 1 June…