Air New Zealand Brings Back 777S From Mojave Desert
After over 700 days of storage in the California desert, Air New Zealand has begun reviving the first of its Boeing 777-300s in preparation for its return to passenger service.
This…
Lufthansa Group is buying new Boeing 777-8 and 787 aircraft
Lufthansa Group is buying new Boeing 777-8 and 787 aircraft -
The Lufthansa Group is buying more state-of-the-art long-haul aircraft. The Executive Board has decided to purchase: –…
Air New Zealand B777-300ER Returns From 600 Days Of Grounding
One of Air New Zealand’s Boeing 777-300ER jets returned to service after being grounded due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which affected the whole fleet.
Qatar Airways And Boeing Sign Deal For 777-8 freighter and 737Max
Qatar Airways has committed to order up to 50 Boeing 777-8 cargo planes, including 34 firm orders and options for 16 more aircraft, for a total purchase price of more than $20 billion at…
Emirates B777 Take Off Incident In Dubai Under Investigation
An investigation is proceeding into an incident involving an Emirates Boeing 777-300 that failed to properly climb out during take-off from Dubai International Airport (DXB) on December 20,…
Qatar Airways welcomes new-gen first Boeing 777-9 aircraft to Doha
Qatar Airways showcased its role as a global launch customer for the latest generation Boeing 777-9 aircraft after welcoming the ultra-modern, fuel efficient jet to Doha International…
Boeing 777X completes first international flight for Dubai Air Show
The 2021 Dubai Airshow ended last week. The biannual event was last hosted in November 2019, which was the same month when scientists discovered a new virus, which has since been named…
Boeing 777X completes first flight for Dubai Air Show
Boeing’s 777X aircraft has completed its longest and first international flight to Dubai for the biannual air show.
Boeing 777s grounded by airlines following Denver incident
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has decided to step up Boeing 777 inspections following an incident in Denver last weekend.
“I can’t wait to go fly your airplane again”: Boeing 777X completes test flight
The new Boeing 777X jetliner took to the skies yesterday, entering the next phase of its rigorous test program. Based on the popular 777 and with proven technologies from the 787…
NokScoot boosts 777 fleet
NokScoot, a joint venture between Thailand’s Nok Air and Singapore’s Scoot, took delivery of its sixth and seventh Boeing 777-200. The fleet expansion of the Bangkok-based…
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…
Jet Airways to lose Boeing 777 fleet as US lender bank approaches DGCA
Grounded Jet Airways could lose its wide-body Boeing 777 fleet as its lender US Export-Import (Exim) Bank has written to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to de-register…
ANZ snaps up eight 787 Dreamliners to replace 777-200 fleet
Air New Zealand has revealed that it worked closely with manufacturers Boeing to ensure that its new order of eight 787-Dreamliners -- worth a total list-price of US 2.7 billion -- is…
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…
Philippine Airlines receives 10th Boeing 777-300ER from Avation PLC
Avation PLC's first aeroplane, a 777-300ER (Extended Range), was the newest addition to the fleet of Philippine Airlines (PAL).
This delivery has increased the Southeast Asia-based flag…
Philippine Airlines introduce the B777-300ER to London-Manila
Philippine Airlines launches the new B777-300ER aircraft on the London - Manila route, which substantially enhances the passenger travel experience and increases capacity for the airline.
Philippine Airlines launches B777-300ER on London-Manila route
Philippine Airlines has launched the new B777-300ER aircraft on the London - Manila route.
While the inaugural flight left Heathrow on 19 September, daily flights for the B777-300ER start…
PAL to fly new 777 daily to London
Philippine Airlines will boost its European operations next month with the deployment of its latest long-haul aircraft on the Manila-London route.
On 19 September 2017, the national…
United upgrades Asian routes with new 777s
United Airlines is upgrading three more of its Asian routes with the deployment of its revamped Boeing 777-300ER aircraft to Taipei, Beijing and Tokyo.
On 1 August 2017, the US carrier…
Philippines Airlines to operate Boeing 777-300ER on London to Manila route
From mid-December this year a Philippines Airlines (PAL) Boeing 777-300ER aircraft will serve the daily London to Manila route.
PAL president and chief operating officer Jaime J.…
Emirates moves to an all Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 fleet
Emirates has retired the last Airbus A330 and A340 aircraft in its fleet from active service.
The move is in line with its vision to offer a superior passenger experience and improve…
Emirates B777 crash lands in Dubai
An Emirates Airline Boeing 777 travelling from the Indian city of Thiruvananthapuram with 282 passengers and 18 crew onboard has crash landed in Dubai.
Flight EK521 reportedly made…
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…
瑞士航空全新波音777-300ER客机飞抵曼谷
瑞士国际航空（SWISS International Air Lines）的最新机型－波音777-300ER宽体机日前飞抵曼谷。曼谷是瑞士航空使用该机型执飞的首个东南亚目的地，瑞士航空将日航该航线，替换现有的空客A340-300飞机。…
日航全新B777飞往东南亚
乘坐日本航空飞往曼谷、新加坡的旅客们，很快就可以体会到其最新的机舱产品，以及升级后的波音777飞机。
全新的B777-200ER飞机配备了JAL全新的“Sky Suites”内部设计，并将于6月18日开始从东京羽田机场飞往曼谷，并将执飞羽田－新加坡航线。
飞机上的日航“SKy Suites III”拥有可平躺的商务舱，以及航空该航空公司全新的高端经济舱产品，“JAL Sky…
JAL flies revamped B777 to Southeast Asia
Passengers on Japan Airlines' flights to Bangkok and Singapore will soon be able to experience the carrier's newest cabin products, following the deployment of an upgraded Boeing 777…
Jet Airways brings back B777s to boost capacity
Jet Airways is planning to take back six twin-aisle aircraft over the next six months and use them to expand its capacity on existing routes.
The Boeing 777s are currently being…
华航迎与波音联名波音777飞机
本月16日，华航第10架777-300ER正式交付。由于今年喜迎波音公司100周年，新机也由华航与波音二度合作，所以机身喷涂了双方公司最具代表性的彩绘。
新机预计5月17日晚间7点抵达桃园国际机场，预计5月下旬起陆续派飞法兰克福及北美航线，因应5月16日起逐步增至每周5班的台北─纽约航线，以及6月1日起增至每周7班的台北─法兰克福航线之服务需求。…
China Airlines welcomes unique co-branded Boeing 777
China Airlines has taken delivery of a new Boeing 777 aircraft, which features the liveries of both the Taiwanese airline and the US planemaker.
The twin-aisle aircraft, which becomes…
维珍澳洲升级波音777机舱布局
近日，维珍澳洲推出了一系列座椅的升级计划，将升级其长航线机舱内部的结构，包括新的商务舱座椅和拥有额外腿部空间的经济舱座椅。
维珍澳洲的新国际商务舱座椅已经在飞往美国的波音777-300ER飞机上推出。
新机舱现在将拥有37座可以完全平躺的商务舱座椅，所有都直接与走道相连。座椅还可以有额外的空间来储存个人物品，新的座椅插座、USB接口、18英寸的触屏机上娱乐播放器等等。…
日航升级波音777飞机座位
日本航空（JAL）近日在国际航线上的波音777飞机上，推出了全新的座椅。
日航近日表示，已经在波音787梦想客机和波音777-300ER飞机上推出的全新商务舱“JAL Sky Suites”，将开始适用于其11架波音777-200ER飞机。这些飞机将配备高端经济舱和经济舱座椅。
新飞机将用来执飞东京羽田至曼谷、新加坡和夏威夷航线。
JAL Sky…
JAL upgrades Boeing 777 seats
Japan Airlines (JAL) has started rolling out new seats on its international fleet of Boeing 777s.
The airline has revealed that new business class 'JAL Sky Suites', which have…
马航将退役全部波音777飞机
作为重组计划的一部分，马航将正式退役全部的波音777飞机。
马航近日正式，在和阿联酋航空开通的代码共享合作后，旅客们可以前往迪拜中转前往其他国家和地区，所以其将退役全部的波音777-200飞机。马航的两架波音777-200飞机分别在MH17和MH370事件中坠毁。…
Malaysia Airlines ditches Boeing 777s in fleet overhaul
Malaysia Airlines has retired its entire fleet of Boeing 777 aircraft as part of its ongoing restructuring plan.
Providing an update on its turnaround efforts, the national carrier…
瑞士航空迎来全新波音777
1月29日，瑞士国际航空公司（SWISS）接收首架全新波音777-300ER飞机。同时，位于苏黎世机场E航站楼的全新瑞航头等舱休息室、商务舱休息室和贵宾休息室（Senator Lounge）也于今日正式启用。…
Air China seals deal for six Boeing 777s
Air China has placed an order for six more Boeing 777s, as it continues to expand its long-haul fleet.
The new B777-300ER aircraft, which are valued at more than US$2 billion, add to…
中华航空将飞波音777飞机至法兰克福
本月，台湾中华航空（China Airlines）将部署其长程波音777-300ER飞机在台北－法兰克福航线上。
这是这架飞机首次飞欧洲航线，机上装有华航最新的机舱产品，包括家庭舒适座椅，可以将三个同排座椅放倒成一张可平躺的床。…
China Airlines to fly new Boeing 777 to Frankfurt
China Airlines started flying its newest long-haul aircraft, the Boeing 777-300ER, on the Taipei-Frankfurt route this month.
This marks the first foray into Europe for the new…
澳航将迎来美国航空波音777-300ER飞机
澳洲航空（Qantas）将于11月13日周五迎来美国航空（American Airlines）的波音777-300ER飞机，作为澳航6月公布的扩张共享合作计划的一部分。
12月19日开始，美航将开始投入这架B777-300ER飞机至悉尼－洛杉矶日航航线上。同时，澳航将开的悉尼－旧金山航线也将于12月18日正式运营。
美国航空首席执行官兼总裁Doug…
Air India commits to Boeing 777 orders
Air India will retain its orders for three long-haul Boeing 777 aircraft, it has told the Economic Times.
The airline had been considering switching the order for the smaller B737,…
菲航换B777-300ER飞纽约
菲律宾航空（Philipine Airlines）本月增加了马尼拉－纽约航线的航空运力，将部署一架全新波音77飞机在此航线上。
新B777-300ER飞机提供370个座位，其中商务舱42座、经济舱370座。和之前运营此航线的空客A340飞机相比，新飞机增加了约46%的座位数量。
B777飞机会提供机上娱乐系统，WiFi信号，电源插座和USB接口。…
国泰航空迎来第70架波音777飞机
国泰航空（Cathay Pacific）和波音（Boeing）近日举行了第70架波音777飞机的交接仪式。
这架新双走道式客机，B777-300ER的交付，让国泰航空成为亚洲地区最大的B777飞机运营商。国泰航空目前拥有53架B777-300ER飞机，12架B777-300飞机以及5架B777-200飞机。…
Cathay Pacific welcomes 70th Boeing 777
Cathay Pacific and Boeing have celebrated the delivery of the airline’s 70th B777 aircraft.
The new twin-aisle jet, a B777-300ER model, is the last of a large order that has made…
Boeing’s new 777-X reaches design milestone
The development of Boeing's 777-X has reached a major milestone, with the completion of the main design configuration for the new long-haul aircraft.
Designed as a new fuel-efficient…
Emirates parts with last Boeing 777-200
In a recent development, Emirates has announced its intent to pursue an aggressive fleet renewal programme.
This would mean operating an aircraft with an average age of less than 75…
中华航空波音777飞往旧金山
中华航空正式开始启用其最新长线飞机，波音777－300ER机型飞机，在台北－旧金山航线上。
该架全新双走道飞机提供358个座位、三舱布局，包括40座可以平躺的商务舱，62座优选经济舱和256座经济舱。经济舱座位拥有该航空特别的“家庭”座椅，让乘客们可以将一排连续的三个座椅变成一张可平躺的床。…
China Airlines deploys new Boeing 777 to San Francisco
China Airlines has started operating its newest long-haul aircraft, the Boeing 777-300ER, on the Taipei-San Francisco route.
The brand new twin-aisle aircraft offers 358 seats in…
SWISS previews new B777 cabins
SWISS has previewed its new flagship Boeing 777-300ER aircraft with a revamped cabin layout.
The first of nine aircraft will join the airline’s fleet next January. They will offer…
SWISS to fly new Boeing 777 to Hong Kong, Bangkok
Hong Kong and Bangkok will be two of the destinations served by Swiss International Air Lines' brand new long-haul aircraft, the Boeing 777-300ER.
SWISS will take delivery of the…
Emirates adds Boeing 777-300ER on Seychelles route
The growing tourism industry of Seychelles will soon get a boost.
Emirates is set to increase its capacity on the Seychelles route, when it switches from the current Airbus 330-200…
China Airlines flies new B777 to New York
China Airlines has started flying its brand new Boeing 777-300ER aircraft to New York.
Effective this month, the new long-haul aircraft will operate three weekly flights between…
China Airlines flies new B777 to LA
China Airlines has deployed its brand new Boeing 777-300ER aircraft on the Taipei-Los Angeles route.
The new aircraft comes equipped with 358 seats, including 40 flat-bed seats in a…
China Southern to retire old Boeing 777s
China Southern Airlines will retire it fleet of older Boeing 777-200ER aircraft.
The airline has four of the twin-aisle aircraft remaining in its fleet, with the final flight due to…
China Eastern flies new Boeing 777 to New York
China Eastern Airlines has deployed its brand-new Boeing 777-300ER aircraft to New York.
The new three-class, 316-seat aircraft touched down in the Big Apple for the first time on 15…
Emirates welcomes 100th Boeing 777-300ER
Emirates has celebrated the delivery of its 100th Boeing 777-300ER (extended range) aircraft.
The Dubai-based carrier placed its first order for the long-haul aircraft 20 years ago, and…
Etihad rolls out Wi-Fi on all Boeing 777s
Etihad Airways now offers in-flight Wi-Fi onboard its entire fleet of Boeing 777 passenger aircraft.
The Abu Dhabi-based carrier reached the milestone this week after equipping all 24…
Kuwait Airways to buy 10 Boeing 777 jets
Kuwait Airways plans to buy 10 Boeing 777 jetliners, as reported by Al Qabas yesterday. The report, citing unnamed sources, said that the KAC Board of Directors has issued a directive…
Boeing plans larger windows on new 777X
Boeing has announced its new 777X model will have 15% larger windows and a 16-inch wider cabin than competitors as it looks to combine the ‘best’ of its 777 and 787 models.
The…
Boeing sells 777 business jet
Boeing has sold a business jet version of the wide-body B777-300ER aircraft.
The order, which was placed by an unnamed customer, is the second wide-body Boeing Business Jet (BBJ)…
Philippine Airlines to fly new 777 to US
Philippine Airlines (PAL) is planning to deploy its newest long-haul aircraft to the US, following the decision to ease restrictions on the carrier.
The Philippines' aviation safety…
China Southern welcomes first new Boeing 777
China Southern Airlines has started taking delivery of its new fleet of Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
The Guangzhou-based carrier has ordered 10 of the new wide-body aircraft, which form…
Cathay Pacific orders three more B777s
Cathay Pacific has ordered a further three wide-body passenger aircraft from Boeing.
Following the recent landmark order for 21 Boeing 777-9X aircraft, the Hong Kong-based carrier has…
Cathay places first order for Boeing 777-X
Cathay Pacific has placed its first order for the new fuel-efficient version of the Boeing 777.
The Hong Kong-based carrier has confirmed a deal to buy 21 Boeing 777-9X aircraft,…
Air China to fly B777 to San Francisco
Air China will deploy a new Boeing 777-3000ER aircraft on its daily flight between Beijing and San Francisco next year.
From 11 February 2014, the new 311-seat, three-class aircraft…
国泰称明年是繁忙的一年 将有8架波音777投用
据财华社报道，国泰航空行政总裁史乐山预期明年公司整体业务会随环球经济复苏而改善，他指航空业情况一向跟随国际经济变化。他更形容明年对公司而言是繁忙的一年。
史乐山表示，史乐山指货运业务在2010年的最好时光过去后，表现一直疲弱，今年第四季传统旺季情况符预期。对于明年货运表现，他认为现在言之尚早，惟抱审慎乐观态度。
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Turkish Airlines take on additional GE90-powered Boeing 777s
Turkish Airlines has firmed options for five additional GE90-115B-powered Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
The airline has also signed a 15-year OnPointSM solution agreement for…
Boeing 777-X to be “most fuel-efficient in history”
Following its recent launch and several major orders, Boeing has revealed a series of innovations on its new B777-X aircraft, which it claims will make it the "most fuel-efficient…
Ethiopian to receive First B777-300ER
Ethiopian Airlines will soon take delivery of the first of its four Boeing 777-300ERs on 7 November 2013. The B777-300ER showcases a seating capacity of 400 passengers.
Ethiopian…
鹰航启用全新B777-300客机执飞上海航线
自今年11月7日起，鹰航将启用全新波音777-300ER客机执飞上海至雅加达的每日直达航班，该机型并配备全新头等舱产品。在中国市场启用全新B777-3000客机的新举措仅是到2015年鹰航量子飞跃计划中的一部份，到2015年鹰航将增加到193架飞机，继续扩大全球长途直飞航线网络的步伐。此外，鹰航也进一步加密了中国前往雅加达的航班，北京飞雅加达增加至每日一班。…
途牛“生日狂欢” 塞班、东南亚最高立减5777元
途牛七周年“生日，请客”特惠活动将在10月22日至10月28日震撼登场。活动期间，预订塞班、东南亚等的特定团期产品，即可享受“途牛七周年”特惠，每单最高立减5777元。此次活动优惠力度空前，名额数量众多，覆盖多个城市，期待您来“作客”。…
Etihad purchases Boeing 777-200LR from Air India
Etihad Airways has announced its intention to purchase five Boeing 777-200LRs aircraft from Air India.
The purchase of this longest range passenger aircraft in operation is expected…
Etihad expands with long-range Boeing 777s
Etihad Airways is continuing its fleet expansion with the purchase of five more long-range aircraft.
The Abu Dhabi-based carrier has agreed to buy five Boeing 777-200LR aircraft from…
Garuda to deploy B777s on Asian routes
Garuda Indonesia has revealed that it will fly its brand new fleet of Boeing 777-300ER aircraft to destinations in the Asia Pacific region later this year.
The national carrier…
United to fly B777s to Australia
United Airlines will introduce the three-class Boeing 777 on its Australian routes next year.
The US carrier has announced that from 1 April 2014 the 269-seat B777-200ER will be…
ANA buys three more B777s
ANA has confirmed an order for three more Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
The deal, which is valued at approximately US$945 million at current list prices, will increase the total number…
国泰首架设头等舱升级产品777飞机投入服务
民航资源网7月26日消息：国泰航空宣布优化头等客舱产品，注入多项新元素，令整个客舱的观感与设备皆焕然一新。
国泰产品总经理施睿忠表示：“国泰头等客舱自2007年推出以来屡获殊荣，一直深受乘客欢迎，因此大体上会保留原有设计，但加上新元素，为尊贵的乘客带来全新的感觉，提升整体产品素质之余，也反映国泰致力为乘客提供非凡的旅游体验。”…
Turkish Airlines orders more B777s
Turkish Airlines has finalised an order for five more Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
The national carrier initially placed the order for up to 20 B777-300ERs back in December 2012, with…
Asiana B777 crashes in San Francisco
An Asiana Airlines passenger aircraft has crashed at San Francisco Airport, killing two people.
Flight OZ214, operated using a B777-200ER jet, was coming into land at the coastal…
Garuda receives first Boeing 777
Garuda Indonesia has celebrated the arrival of its first Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
The new long-range jet touched down at Jakarta's Soekharno-Hatta International Airport on Tuesday 2…
Boeing, Qatar Airways ink agreement for nine 777-300ERs
Boeing and Qatar Airways announced agreements for nine Boeing 777-300ER (Extended Range) airplanes at the 2013 Paris Air Show.
The agreements include a firm order for two airplanes…
PAL receives fifth B777
Philippine Airlines (PAL) has taken delivery of its fifth new Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
The new twin-aisle jet arrived at Manila's Ninoy Aquino International Airport recently…
BA flies new B777 to Sydney
British Airways will start flying its new Boeing 777 aircraft to Sydney from today.
Effective 1 April 2013, the UK national carrier will replace the B747-400 that currently operates…
Boeing advances 777-X plans
Following the recent revelation that Boeing may push forward the schedule of its new B777-X, the US planemaker has now taken another major step towards the aircraft's development.…
Emirates deploys Boeing 777 on Zambia and Zimbabwe route
Emirates have deployed the new Boeing 777-300ER on its Dubai-Lusaka-Harare route.
“Introducing the Boeing 777-300ER on the route, just a year after we launched our service to Zambia and…
Boeing ups B777 production
Boeing has rolled out the first B777 aircraft to be built at the increased production rate of 8.3 planes per month, or 100 per year.
The production increase began in October 2012, and the…
China Airlines orders 10 B777s
China Airlines (CAL) has announced plans to take delivery of 10 Boeing 777 aircraft.
The Taiwanese carrier will lease four new B777-300ER passenger aircraft from GE Capital Aviation…
SIA to refit B777 cabins
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will invest nearly SG$95 million (US$78m) to refit the cabins of 10 Boeing 777-200ER aircraft.
The airline said the upgrade programme was intended to provide…
THAI receives second new B777
Thai Airways International (THAI) has taken delivery of its second new Boeing 777-300ER.
The national carrier has eight of the wide-body B777s on order as it looks to revamp its long-haul…
JAL to install new B777 seats
Japan Airlines (JAL) is installing new seats across its entire fleet of international Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
The new seats will be rolled out progressively across the airline's B777…
THAI starts receiving new-look B777s
Thai Airways International (THAI) has taken delivery of the first of a series of new Boeing 777-300ERs, which will come fitted with a new cabin interior.
The new wide-body aircraft, which…
Korean orders two B777s
Korean Air has finalised an order for two Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
The order, which is valued at US$596 million at current list prices, expands the airline's B777-300ER order book to six…
Etihad’s 777 takes off to London
Etihad Airways' first three-cabin Boeing 777-300ER aircraft has departed on its maiden flight from Abu Dhabi to London Heathrow.
The new aircraft is configured with eight Diamond First…
Emirates’ first Boeing 777-300ER prepares for Durban
Emirates Boeing 777-300ER landed in Durban’s King Shaka International Airport on June 1st. The new 354-seat aircraft introduces Emirates’ first class cabin on the Durban route and boosts…
Air China to deploy B777s on US routes
Air China will deploy its new Boeing 777-300ER aircraft on routes to the US.
From 1 June 2012, the airline's second daily Beijing-Los Angeles services will be served using the new B777,…
PAL to deploy B777 on Australian routes
Philippine Airlines (PAL) will start operating its new Boeing 777-300ER on all Australian services next month.
From 30 June 2012, the Manila-based national carrier will fly the B777 to both…
EVA orders three more B777s
EVA Air has finalised an order with Boeing for three B777-300ER aircraft, with purchase rights for an additional four wide-body jets. If all options are exercised, the deal will be worth…
Emirates deploys 777 on Dublin route
With surging demand, Emirates has introduced a larger aircraft on its Dublin route two months early. The airline deployed a 360-seater Boeing 777-300ER to Dublin, this replaced the Airbus…
China Eastern orders 20 B777s
China Eastern Airlines has placed an order with Boeing for 20 B777-300ER twin-aisle aircraft.The agreement still requires Chinese government approval, but is likely to be approved due to the…
Boeing celebrates 1,000th B777
Boeing has celebrated the completion of its 1,000th B777. More than 5,000 employees, suppliers, customers and government officials celebrated the landmark aircraft at a special event at the…
China Southern buys 10 B777s
China Southern Airlines has agreed to buy 10 Boeing 777-300ERs.
The order will cost approximately US$2.98 billion at list prices, and deliveries are expected to run from 2013 to 2016.“We’re…
SIA confirms B777 order
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has confirmed an order for eight Boeing777-300ER aircraft. The order, which was first announced last year, is valuedat
SIA confirms B777 order
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has confirmed an order for eight Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. The order, which was first announced last year, is valued at US$2.4 billion at current list prices.…
Emirates orders 50 more B777s
Emirates Airline has placed an order for 50 Boeing 777-300ERs, plus options for an additional 20 of the twin-aisle passenger plane. The order, with a value of US$18 billion (INR899 billion),…
Boeing begins work on 1,000th 777
Boeing workers have started assembling the 1,000th 777. The landmark aircraft - a Boeing 777-300ER - will be delivered to Emirates in March 2012. A ceremony was held on Wednesday at Boeing's…
Boeing begins work on 1,000th 777
Boeing workers have started assembling the 1,000th 777. The landmark aircraft - a Boeing 777-300ER - will be delivered to Emirates in March 2012.
Production, being undertaken at Boeing's…
Boeing begins work on 1,000th 777
Boeing workers have started assembling the 1,000th 777. The landmark aircraft - a Boeing 777-300ER - will be delivered to Emirates in March 2012.
Production, being undertaken at Boeing's…
Biman Bangladesh receives landmark B777
Boeing has delivered its 300th 777 aircraft to first-time customer, Biman Bangladesh Airlines. The 21 October delivery of the B777-300ER will enable Dhaka-based Biman to launch flights to…
Divers plant 777 corals in Malaysia
Fifty divers recently took part in a coral planting exercise in Sabah's east coast district, Malaysia. Held under Astro Kasih's Beautiful Malaysia programme, the divers planted 777…
Kenya Airways leases two B777s
Kenya Airways has signed an agreement with General Electric Capital Aviation Services (GECAS), the aircraft leasing company, to acquire to two Boeing 777-300ER aircraft.
The two new…
JAL adorns B777 with eco livery
Japan Airlines (JAL) has rolled out a Boeing 777-200 aircraft painted with a special livery to mark the carrier's environmental projects. Named the 'JAL Eco Jet', the B777 is decorated…
Air Austral takes delivery of B777-200LR
Air Austral Monday received its first Boeing 777-200LR, one of the latest models in the manufacturer's 777 range. Reunion Island-based Air Austral will deploy the new aircraft on non-stop…
THAI finalises order for six B777s
Thai Airways International (THAI) has finalised an order with Boeing for six 777-300ER aircraft. The deal completes a purchase agreement first announced during the Paris Air Show in June.…
SIA orders eight more B777s
Singapore Airlines (SIA) has agreed to order eight more Boeing 777-300ERs. The order is valued at US$2.3 billion at list prices, with deliveries scheduled to begin in the 2013-14 financial…
Cathay orders 12 more Boeing 777s
Cathay Pacific Airways has entered into an agreement with Boeing to purchase 12 new B777 aircraft - four B777-300ER passenger planes and eight B777-200 freighters. The new aircraft, which…
SIA’s budget airline to use B777s
Singapore Airlines' (SIA) new low-cost carrier subsidiary has selected the Boeing 777-200 ahead of its launch of commercial flights next year. The wide-body jets will initially be acquired…
SingAir’s LCC subsidiary to launch with B777s
Singapore Airlines' new low-cost airline subsidiary has selected the Boeing 777-200 ahead of its launch of commercial flights next year.The B777-200's proven versatility and reliability are…
Air China receives first new B777
Boeing has delivered the first B777-300ER to Air China. The new aircraft is the first of 19 B777-300ERs Air China has on order with Boeing. With this new addition to its fleet, Air China…
AF’s Boeing 777-200ER on Mumbai route
Air France has introduced a Boeing 777-200ER on the Mumbai-Paris route.The aircraft is equipped with the new Air France Business Class seat that comes with a fixed shell seat that stretches…
Qatar Airways orders six B777s
Qatar Airways has placed a fresh order for six Boeing 777 aircraft valued at US$1.7 billion at list prices. The announcement was made at a press conference on the opening day of the Paris…
Air NZ expands B777 maintenance deal
Air New Zealand has expanded it Comprehensive Accessory Repair and Exchange (CARE) agreement with Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation to include repair services and asset management for its…
Jet to use Boeing 777-300ER on new Mumbai route
India's Jet Airways is to deploy its long haul Boeing 777-300ER aircraft between Mumbai and Hong Kong/Newark.The widebody Boeing 777-300ER features a three class configuration. The airline…
Boeing boosts 777 production
Boeing has rolled out the first 777 jetliner at the increased seven-per-month production rate. The aircraft, a freighter, will deliver to FedEx Express in June 2011.
This is the fourth…
Qatar Airways reaches B777-300 milestone
Qatar Airways has reached another milestone in its short history with the delivery of its 25th Boeing 777 aircraft.The aircraft, a Boeing 777-300 Extended Range (ER) version, arrived in the…
Qatar Airways receives 25th Boeing 777
Qatar Airways has taken delivery of its 25th Boeing 777 aircraft. The aircraft, a Boeing 777-300 Extended Range, arrived in Doha following the overnight delivery flight from Boeing's…
Boeing finalises 777 order with GECAS
Boeing and GE Capital Aviation Services (GECAS) have finalised an order for 10 B777-300ER (extended range) aircraft. The order is worth approximately US$2.8 billion at list prices. The…
United, Boeing improve fuel efficiency of B777s
Boeing and United Continental Holdings have announced that United Airlines' B777 fleet will be modified with a Performance Improvement Package that will result in greater fuel efficiency,…
Air NZ’s new B777 to touch down in Wellington
Air New Zealand's brand new Boeing 777-300ER will touch down at Wellington Airport tomorrow as part of a special visit to the capital city.The 777-300 will include the new Kiwi-designed…
Air NZ pens 777 maintenance deal with Boeing
Boeing, Air France Industries KLM Engineering & Maintenance and Air New Zealand have signed an agreement to expand the airline's use of the 777 Component Services Program…
Lightweight wheels designed for B777
Goodrich Corporation has introduced new lighter-weight main wheel and brake system for the Boeing 777-200LR, 777 Freighter, and 777-300ER models. The new configuration wheels and…
Qatar Airways introduces B777 on LHR route
Qatar Airways has introduced its flagship Boeing 777 aircraft for the first time on one of its European routes, operating daily between its Doha hub and London Heathrow.Flight QR011…
Emirates orders 30 Boeing 777-300ERs
Emirates has placed an order of 30 Boeing 777-300ERs worth approximately
BA commits new 777-300ER to London-Dubai route
British Airways has unveiled its new Boeing 777-300 ER, which will service a variety of routes including London-Dubai. The new aircraft is 11ft longer than a B747 and its CO2 emissions…
BA takes delivery of Boeing 777-300 ER
British Airways has become the first UK airline to receive a Boeing 777-300 ER. The new aircraft is 11ft longer than a B747 and its CO2 emissions will be 23% lower per sear than the…
Air NZ selects new IFE and mobile solutions for B777s
LAKE FOREST, Calif., June 14 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic Avionics Corporation (Panasonic), the world leader in state-of-the-art in-flight entertainment and communication (IFEC)…
Etihad B777 touches down for summer in Manchester
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, will accommodate close to 60 per cent more passengers from Manchester Airport from today, with the…
Royal Brunei takes delivery of Boeing 777
Royal Brunei Airlines took delivery of its first Boeing 777-200ER, which landed today at Brunei International Airport at 11am.The airline Chief Executive Officer, Robert Yang along…
Thai Airways leases three B777s from Jet
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited will receive delivery of three Boeing 777-300ER aircraft leased from Jet Airways and enter THAI's summer traffic program as of 1 June 2010…
THAI leases three B777s from Jet Airways
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited will receive delivery of three Boeing 777-300ER aircraft leased from Jet Airways and enter THAI's summer traffic program as of 1 June 2010…
THAI receives new B777-200LR Freighter
27 April 2010: Thai Airways International Public Company Limited held an Anointing Ceremony for the Company's new Boeing 777-200LR Freighter Aircraft and the Opening Ceremony of "THAI Cargo…
Boeing delivers new 777-300ER to Cathay Pacific
EVERETT, Wash., April 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Boeing (NYSE: BA) and Cathay Pacific Airways celebrated Monday as the airline took delivery of its 75th airplane purchased…
Delta takes delivery of 18th Boeing 777
SEATTLE, March 25 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Honorees of Delta Air Lines' (NYSE:DAL) annual Chairman's Club employee recognition program today are accompanying the airline's 18th Boeing…
THAI to lease three B777s from Jet Airways
Mumbai, March 25, 2010: Jet Airways, India's premier international airline, today announced that as part of its strategic fleet and capacity rationalization…
Boeing delivers EGYPTAIR’s first 777-300ER
SEATTLE, March 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- EGYPTAIR and leasing company GE Capital Aviation Services (GECAS) took delivery Monday of the first Boeing (NYSE:BA) 777-300ER (Extended…
PAL announces early launch of 777 in Australia
Philippine Airlines has announced the early deployment of its latest aircraft, a brand new Boeing 777-300ER to serve Sydney and Melbourne from this Saturday, February 20.The…
SIA to introduce new cabin products on 777
04 February 2010: Singapore Airlines will be introducing new cabin products on some of its Boeing 777-200 aircraft from later this month.A total of 11 B777-200s will be refitted with the…
MAS to raise US$777 million to fund expansion
Subang (22 December 2009): Malaysia Airlines proposes to offer 1,671 million new shares to raise approximately RM2.67 billion.Proceeds will be used to fund the national carrier's future…
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 first 777 to PAL
EVERETT, Wash., Nov. 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Boeing (NYSE:BA) today delivered a 777-300ER (Extended Range) to U.S.-based leasing company GE Capital Aviation Services (GECAS)…
Jet introduces new B777 on New York sector
Mumbai, November 10, 2009: To cater to increased peak season traffic, Jet Airways, India's premier international airline, will re-introduce its luxurious, new…
Boeing delivers 777 for lease to Korean Air
SEATTLE, Nov. 9 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Boeing (NYSE:BA) and Guggenheim Aviation Partners recently celebrated the delivery of the leasing company's first 777, a 777-300ER…
THAI to be first regional operator of B777-200LRF
NORWALK, Conn., Oct. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Thai Airways International Public Company Limited recently signed a Block Space Agreement to utilize two Boeing 777-200 Long Range Freighter…
THY finalises deal for seven new Boeing 777s
Boeing and Turkish Airlines have finalised an order for seven Boeing 777-300ER (Extended Range) aircraft, valued at US$1.9 billion at current list prices. This order is in addition to…
Turkish pens deal for five new B777s
Boeing and Turkish Airlines have finalised a deal for five Boeing 777-300ER (Extended Range) aircraft, valued at US$1.36 billion at current list prices. According to a Bernama…
Delivery of 75th Boeing 777 to Emirates
Boeing yesterday delivered the 75th 777 commercial jetliner to Emirates. The Dubai-based carrier is one of the largest operators of Boeing's popular twin-aisle, long-haul airplane,…
V Australia defers B777 deliveries
Virgin Blue Airlines Group has confirmed that it has agreed with Boeing to defer the delivery of V Australia's 5th and 6th 777-300ER aircraft. According to a Centre for Asia Pacific Aviation…
"High risk" of repeat B777 fault
Experts have warned there is a "high probability" that a fault which caused a British Airways (BA) jet to crash land at Heathrow could affect other Boeing 777s, the BBC reported.US air…
Qatar receives new Boeing 777
Qatar Airways is nearing the 70 aircraft mark following the delivery of its latest Boeing 777-300ER. The new commercial passenger jet is the third Boeing 777 delivery in four weeks and…
Jet to lease out four 777s
Hit by economic slowdown, India's largest carrier, Jet Airways, has announced that it will lease out four of its wide-bodied Boeing 777-300ER aircraft to Gulf Air. According…
Qatar receives second new 777
Boeing yesterday delivered the second of eight 777-200LRs aircraft that have been ordered by Qatar Airways. The aircraft arrived at Doha International Airport following a 14 hour flight from…
Qatar gets new Boeing 777-300ER for Christmas
Qatar Airways has welcomed the arrival of the fifth Boeing 777-300ER to join its fleet in a move to increase the airline's capacity to South East Asia. The new aircraft touched down at Doha…
Emirates expands 777 fleet
Emirates Airlines has taken delivery of two more Boeing 777 aircraft; one 777-200LR and one 777-300ER, the Straits Times has reported. The US$500 million order brings Emirates' wide…
Asian adds to 777s
South Korea's Asiana Airlines has ordered two additional Boeing 777-200ER (Extended Range) jetliners. They will join the airline's current 777-200ER fleet of nine airplanes. Asiana…
Garuda orders Boeing 777-300ER
Garuda Indonesia has ordered four Boeing 777-300ER (Extended Range) airplanes. The order is valued at more than US$1 billion at current list prices. It also confirmed a previous unidentified…
KLM receives Boeing 777-300ER
KLM received its first Boeing 777-300ER aircraft at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol last week. In KLM's two-class configuration, the Boeing 777-300ER will seat 425 passengers. The first…
KLM welcomes 777-300ER
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines has taken delivery of its first Boeing 777-300ER aircraft. In KLM's two-class configuration, the plane will seat 425 passengers. The first two aircraft, to…
Air India gets 777-300 ER
Air India's 777-300ER has a three-class configuration, four first-class, 35 executive class and 303 economy seats.In July 2007, Boeing and Air India celebrated the delivery of…
India’s Thriving Airline Industry Has The Most Female Pilots In The World
India has the most significant proportion of female commercial airline pilots, accounting for 15 percent of the overall pilot strength, outranking countries like the United States and…
Emirates unveils new signature livery for its fleet
The distinctive livery of the world’s largest international airline, Emirates, has undergone a refresh.
Emirates’ Tim Clark to discuss rapid growth within Middle East aviation at ATM 2023
Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline, will participate in an in-depth discussion on the Global Stage of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023, which will take place at Dubai World Trade…
Emirates Unveils New Signature Livery For Its Fleet
The unique livery of Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has been refreshed.
Emirates debuted its new livery at Dubai International Airport with a freshly painted…
Emirates ramps up operations across continents including Bangkok
Emirates has boosted operations by 31% (total ASKMs) since the start of its financial year and has further plans to ramp up seat capacity in its latest published northern summer schedule…
Virtuoso ‘On Tour London’ brings 90+ travel agency members and preferred partners together
Virtuoso, the global travel network specialising in luxury and experiential travel, brought together over 90 preferred partners and members across the region for one of its largest U.K.…
Emirates ramps up operations across continents
Emirates has boosted operations by 31% (total ASKMs) since the start of its financial year and has further plans to ramp up seat capacity in its latest published northern summer schedule…
Emirates Boss to Discuss Middle East Aviation Growth at ATM 2023
by: Harry Johnson |
Sir Tim will reflect on Emirates’ long-term strategy as it begins to ramp up aircraft deliveries from 2024 while balancing growth
Full article: Emirates Boss to Discuss…
ACS arranges over 40 charter flights to Turkey and Syria
Air Charter Service’s passenger and cargo teams have arranged more than 40 charter flights to Turkey and Syria since the devastating earthquakes in Turkey on 6th February.
Emirates revs up pilot recruitment in Singapore
As the travel industry regains its footing, Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is ramping up its operations to meet the strong surge in travel demand, and looks to recruit…
The time to Get Modern is now
This isn’t going to be another one of those articles that starts with pointing out that the internet changed everything, and not just because it started by claiming not to be one of…
No need to go to Japan: 6 spots to see cherry blossoms in Washington, DC
Built to honour George Washington, the first President of the United States, the Washington Monument was once the tallest building in the world at just over 555 feet and still holds the…
Norwegian Cruise Line Announces Three Ships for Asia Pacific
Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), the innovator in global cruise travel with a 56-year history of breaking boundaries, announced that, for the first time, three ships – Norwegian Spirit,…
Carnival To Expand European Itineraries
The popular European itineraries offered by Carnival Cruise Line will be increased next year with the introduction of three new home ports for the Carnival Legend.
The first of the…
AirJapan unveils inaugural products and services
AirJapan, the new airline brand revealed in March 2022 for medium-haul international routes under ANA HOLDINGS INC., today unveiled select products and services to be introduced on its…
The St. Regis San Francisco and Veuve Clicquot celebrate women
Exquisite Evening Celebrates Female Empowerment and the Release of La Grande Dame 2015 with a Champagne Pairing Dinner
Meliá Chiang Mai celebrates first anniversary with array of new dining experiences
Meliá Chiang Mai is turning one this April, offering a variety of exciting new experiences to mark the milestone including a purple-themed afternoon tea, roast dinner buffet and spa journey…
AirAsia India integrates the Pilot Flight Duty Logbook with DGCA’s eGCA Platform
AirAsia India, in collaboration with the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), integrates the Pilot’s Flight Duty Logbook directly from its Crew Management system to the eGCA…
British Airways and American Airlines unveil Bridge Bar
British Airways and American Airlines are further enhancing the newly renovated Terminal 8 at JFK airport with the unveiling of the first of its kind, Bridge Bar.
Top ‘Alternative Destinations’ to ditch the crowds in 2023
This season, instead of jetting off to much-loved destinations or revisiting firm favourites, why not steer away from the crowds and explore new territories that offer untouched beauty and…
‘Responsible and sustainable approach’ to food tours
At this week’s Arival 360 Conference in Berlin, the rise of sustainable culinary experiences has been a major focus area.
Alcohol promotion proposals an ‘act of harm’, true or false?
UKHospitality Scotland has warned that going ahead with the proposals would inflict significant financial pain on Scotland’s iconic hospitality sector.
Trip.com Group drives global reconnection
Trip.com Group shared its vision of ‘Reconnecting the World’ at ITB Berlin, the largest international show for the travel and tourism industry.
‘154-Night 2026 World Cruise’ from Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Beckoning to curious and adventurous travellers, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, the world’s leading luxury ocean cruise line, has unveiled its longest World Cruise to date, sailing January 10,…
Trip.com promotes Singapore with ‘Super World Trip’
As part of its efforts to promote travel, Trip.com Group hosted the Singapore edition of its "Super World Trip" livestream series, in partnership with the Singapore Tourism Board ("STB") and…
Ella Resorts to open on 20 April 2023
Moments away from the mediaeval city of Rhodes, 20 kms away from the international airport, both Ella Resorts properties, Helea Family Beach Resort and Elissa Lifestyle Resort, celebrate the…
Fourth Carnival’s Ship To Be Based In Galveston Texas
The Carnival Miracle cruise ship, now based in Long Beach, California, will have a new home by the end of next year. Carnival Cruises has announced that it would add a fourth ship to its…
WebBeds announce partnership with Luxair and LuxairTours
WebBeds, the global marketplace providing accommodation and ground product distribution services to the travel industry, has announced a partnership with tour operator, LuxairTours.
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,…
APT & Travelmarvel launches ‘spring sale’ with savings of up to 50% off 2023 river cruises in Europe
APT & Travelmarvel has launched a seasonal Spring Sale, with savings of up to 50% off its 2023 European river cruises departing April-November, when booked before 30 April 2023.
Jetstar to relocate to Terminal 3 Manila International Airport from 16 April
From 16 April 2023, Jetstar Asia (3K) and Jetstar Japan’s (GK) operations at Manila International Airport in the Philippines will be relocated from Terminal 1 to Terminal 3.
Agoda’s CODEGODA competition is back
Amid numerous new technology opportunities across fintech, XR, metaverse, AI, satellite connectivity and more – Agoda believes the key to unlock the value within them is recognizing great…
Plum Guide partners with private network ONDA
Plum Guide will launch their collaboration with private community network ONDA. ONDA’s unrivalled portfolio of places and private spaces will provide Plum Guide customers with access to some…
Loganair showcases the women behind its charter flight business
Loganair has shone a spotlight on the all-female team leading its charter flight business, which is among the biggest of its kind in the UK.
4 four key ways tour companies can make a profit from doing good
On mastering profitable sustainability: “You need to get to know local people, and represent their culture with them, on their terms” - That’s the advice for tour companies from…
The rise of TikTok is revolutionizing how activity providers “get discovered”
Arival 360 Conference in Berlin, the rise of newer social media platforms like TikTok has been a major focus area. Simon Lucey, founder of Hype Collective, and Ravi Roth, a leading…
Uber reveals new features ahead summer travel season
With Spring arriving, travel season has begun and this year experts predict travel will continue to boom globally, rising by a further 30%. Uber is taking the stress and guesswork out of…
United Airlines Resumes Hong Kong to San Francisco Flight
by: Harry Johnson |
Hong Kong to San Francisco service directly connects Hong Kong travelers to United's largest hub airport on the US West Coast
Full article: United Airlines Resumes Hong…
5 Reasons why you should choose a sailing holiday
Sailing holidays might seem like a luxury only the super rich can afford, but they are actually a lot more accessible than you might think - and a lot of fun - whether you’re with family, a…
‘Youth travel’ poised for growth
Youth travel has long been considered a significant segment of international travel, both in terms of the number of trips taken and the volume of spending. Research undertaken by WYSE Travel…
AltoVita expands international female-led team to fuel innovation in the corporate accommodation sector
AltoVita, the corporate accommodation platform specialising in large enterprises has announced the appointment of several experienced female leaders to its team.
USA Basketball announces agreement with DCT Abu Dhabi
USA Basketball announced an agreement with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), under which the United States will host three games in Abu Dhabi featuring the…
‘Tourism for Development Fund’ for least developed countries
During the fifth UN Conference on the Least Developed Countries (LDC5), which takes place once every decade, the TUI Care Foundation and the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) announced…
Adelaide Has Welcomed The Largest Cruise Ship
Since September of last year, when South Australia’s former $145 million cruise industry returned, around 80 cruise ships have docked there, carrying with them over 150,000 passengers and…
Greater Bay Airlines Places Order For 15 Boeing 737 MAX
Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) of Hong Kong and Boeing announced an order for 15 737-9 planes. The agreement also includes a commitment to purchase five 787 Dreamliners to assist GBA’s…
Cruise Saudi Buys HK Genting World Dream
Dream Cruises’ World Dream, the last remaining vessel from the defunct Genting Hong Kong operation, was sold in Singapore. Cruise Saudi has confirmed that it has bought the ship; while…
ABTA Directors featured in the ‘Women in Trade Associations Powerlist’
ABTA’s Susan Deer, Director of Industry Relations, and Rachel Jordan, Director of Membership and Financial Protection, have been recognised in the Women in Trade Associations Powerlist.
Shorter-haul European destinations get popular
From the Arival 360 show in Berlin, Douglas Quinby, Arival's CEO and co-founder, quizzed an expert panel on current hot topics for the tours and activities sector – including Viator’s CEO,…
Radisson RED Phuket Patong Beach to open in late 2023
Radisson Hotel Group will introduce an exciting new era of social and stylish hospitality to Thailand following the signing of Radisson RED Phuket Patong Beach, a vibrant upscale lifestyle…
TUI pilot encourages more women to join the aviation industry
TUI pilot Amy Bannister is calling on women considering joining the aviation industry to give it a go to mark this International Women’s Day, March 8, as TUI launches its Multi-Crew Pilot…
ONYX Hospitality Group on track to operate 54 properties by 2025
Thailand-based ONYX Hospitality Group will be at ITB Berlin 2023 this week to share its aggressive expansion plans and optimistic revenue target for 2023, conveying its full confidence in…
42 Abu Dhabi hosts AI workshop with over 1000 Virtual Attendees
42 Abu Dhabi, the UAE capital’s innovative and disruptive coding school that provides a unique peer-to-peer, gamified learning methodology hosted an insightful workshop under the title…
Experience the beauty of ‘festivals’ in Bhutan this spring
There are always festivals happening in every part of Bhutan throughout the year, many of which are derived from Buddhism and have their origin in the country’s rich and storied heritage.
India a vital source market for Seychelles
Kickstarting the year on a high note, Tourism Seychelles participated in two of India’s largest travel trade shows, OTM and SATTE.
BLR Airport named Best Airport by ACI’s ASQ Arrival Survey Globally for the year 2022
Achieving yet another significant milestone, Kempegowda International Airport Bengaluru, also known as BLR Airport has been recognized as the ‘Best Airport at ACI's ASQ Arrival Survey…
Accor invites local residents to rediscover Thailand with up to 55% off
Accor is inviting local residents to explore the many wonders of their home country with the latest edition of “We Travel Together,” which combines the Thai government’s domestic travel…
Calling for nominees: TD IWTA to honour inspiring women in a prestigious award ceremony
We know women in the travel industry whom we admire and feel inspired by. Perhaps it is someone who has succeeded against all odds, someone whose courage defied biases or whose…
Reduction in the number of fatal accidents and the fatality risk: IATA
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its 2022 Safety Report for global aviation. The report showed a reduction in the number of fatal accidents and the fatality risk,…
There is no destination like it: Experience Rottnest Island with Rottnest Express
Just 30 minutes by ferry from Fremantle, Western Australia, lies a nostalgic island paradise, with pristine beaches, exhilarating water sports and photogenic marsupials. It’s worth…
Travel tech industry must innovative harder when it comes to safe-travel tools for women
This International Women’s Day travel meta search provider WayAway is highlighting the need for better travel planning tools that allow women to feel comfortable when travelling alone.…
Elite Havens adds four new villas destination weddings return
Elite Havens, the leading provider of high-end vacation rentals in Asia, owned by Dusit International, has expanded its portfolio of more than 300 luxury villa rentals by adding four…
Travel insurance to ‘passports reassurance’
Losing your passport while in another country can be a frustrating experience, as a group of British teenagers traveling in the US recently discovered
Abercrombie & Kent’s team continues to grow
Abercrombie & Kent Australia (A&K) have announced that Hannah Taylor will join the expanding A&K sales team in the role of Regional Sales Manager for Victoria, South…
Best places for women to travel solo
In honour of International Women's Day, travelplanbooker.com shares its recommended destinations for females who are looking to travel solo.
It’s time to re-evaluate hotel performance metrics: HVS
Hotel operators need to learn to manage the entire building they operate and start thinking of performance in terms of the total revenue or profit per available square metre, giving a more…
Tour operator brand ‘Eurowings Holidays’ to expand
Vacation packages from a single source: customers can use the Eurowings tour operator brand to book the all-inclusive vacation that is right for them, including an affordable flight and a…
Qatar Airways reveals 7 new destinations, 11 resumptions & 35 frequency increases at ITB Berlin 2023
The airline adds over 655 weekly flights to summer 2023 schedule compared to 2022. Qatar Airways also celebrated its new Formula 1 partnership, and the innovative technological adaption of…
Finnair hops into spring with super schedule
Finnair is hopping into spring with its biggest schedule since 2020, as the airline continues to recover its network and prepares for a busy summer
Emirates focuses on 2023 theme of embracing equity this International Women’s Day
Emirates Group is focusing on the 2023 International Women’s Day theme of #EmbraceEquity through discussions on gender equity, record levels of female promotions and providing company-wide…
Boostly partnership wins access to over 100 more countries
The direct booking disrupter announces a pivotal integration, empowering hosts in 120 countries to stop diverting profits to third-party booking sites.
Olympic Holidays launch ‘Weddings in the Sun’ brochure
New for 2023 and featured in the recently launched ‘Weddings in the Sun’ brochure from Olympic Holidays is the destination of Malta.
Türkiye participates in World Book Fair’23 in New Delhi
The Turkiye Tourism Board made its debut participation in the 31st edition of World Book Fair, New Delhi held at Pragati Maidan from 25th February to 5th March, 2023.
Silversea To Deploy Silver Cloud To The Kimberley
Silversea Cruises will deploy its hybrid expedition ship Silver Cloud to Western Australia’s Kimberley region in 2024, increasing capacity for the ultra-luxury cruise company in the…
Europe’s Air Transport Could Face Another Summer of Chaos
The summer of 2023 will similarly be defined by travel mayhem. An analysis of cancelled flights and future projections reveals.
The summer of 2022 was a chaotic time for airports and…
Aurora Expeditions is proud of its inspirational women
Award-winning, Australian-owned expedition company Aurora Expeditions, with over 32 years of history and purpose-driven exploration, prides itself on its innovative ways including its…
The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka to open its doors on June 21
The Ritz-Carlton, Fukuoka will open its doors on 21 June 2023, welcoming guests to the prefectural capital of Fukuoka on the island of Kyushu in southern Japan with the Ritz-Carlton legacy…
Regent Seven Seas Cruises unveils ‘Epicurean Perfection’
Today, Regent Seven Seas Cruises®, the world’s leading luxury ocean cruise line, unveiled immersive new culinary programming - Epicurean Perfection - inspiring culinary exploration and…
Sheraton Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort promises an idyllic tropical holiday with new packages
Taking the hassle out of planning the perfect holiday, Sheraton Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort in Vietnam has launched family-friendly stay packages that combine convenience, off-the-grid…
Experience Abu Dhabi unveils incredible experiences for summer
Experience Abu Dhabi will be revealing its new summer offer at ITB Berlin this week (7th – 9th March), showcasing to the world that one summer isn’t enough to visit the destination and its…
Appetite to travel is stronger than ever: Flintham
TUI has added a further 1,500 hotels on sale across 22 destinations for UK guests for summer 2024 following strong bookings across seasons.
Top 5 foods to avoid before heading off on holiday
Holidaymakers have been warned to avoid certain foods before they embark on their travels to guarantee plain sailing and a comfortable trip.
tifgroup re-enters travel trade market
Leading travel insurance provider tifgroup has opened up its market-leading policies to travel agents and tour operators giving them access to products supported by Protectif, the company’s…
The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong launches Hong Kong Sevens Offers
To celebrate the return of the Hong Kong Sevens Tournament at the Hong Kong Stadium from 31 March to 2 April 2023, The Fullerton Ocean Park Hotel Hong Kong joins hands with for the first…
Hyatt’s transformative growth across Europe, the Middle East & Africa
Hyatt Hotels Corporation shared that 45 percent of the properties that joined Hyatt’s system in 2022 were based in EAME markets and the region’s contribution to the Hyatt growth journey…
Destination Group welcomes the world back to Thailand
Destination Group is rolling out the welcome mat for families, friends and couples this year at its collection of world-class resorts in many of the kingdom's most desirable beach…
Uneven and slower recovery of German demand for Mediterranean destinations
As the German outbound market recovers and evolves, travel intelligence provider Mabrian has conducted an analysis of how this is impacting demand for Mediterranean destinations.
Campsited launches ‘open air work from anywhere’ programme
Campsited, the digital marketplace for the open-air economy, announces the launch of its ‘Open Air Work From Anywhere’ programme to complement the fast growing Open-Air Holiday Anywhere side…
AUB and Mastercard sign exclusive strategic partnership in Bahrain
Ahli United Bank B.S.C (AUB), a Bahrain-based leading pan-regional Banking group, has signed a strategic partnership with Mastercard.
Parkroyal Langkawi Resort opens with 301 keys
Pan Pacific Hotels Group, a member of Singapore-listed UOL Group Limited launches PARKROYAL Langkawi Resort.
Lufthansa Unveils Its New Allegris Long-Haul Premium Product
Lufthansa is expanding its premium First Class offering with the “Suite Plus,” a separate double cabin with ceiling-high walls, an utterly closable door, a huge table, and two wide…
Safest countries for solo women travellers
Ahead of International Women’s Day on the 8th of March, research reveals the world’s safest countries for women to solo travel this summer.
Emirates and Philippine Airlines announce interline partnership
Emirates and Philippine Airlines (PAL) have signed an interline agreement to boost connectivity for passengers of both air carriers to new points on each other’s networks via Manila and…
With 500% revenue growth: wndr is democratizing the travel industry
With over 500% growth in just six months, wndr is a travel start-up that is making waves in the industry. The company is on a mission to democratize the power of mega-booking brands among…
Oscar the Grouch named Chief Trash Officer of United Airlines
by: Harry Johnson |
United has enlisted Oscar to help us educate the traveling public of all ages about SAF and rally them to the cause of fighting climate change
Full article: Oscar the…
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…
Bartlett Calls on Tourism Stakeholders to Protect Blue Economy
by: Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor |
A call was made today by Minister Bartlett as he presented “Resilience for Blue Economy” during Caribbean Maritime University Lecture Series.
Full article:…
Air New Zealand Launches Economy Stretch More Choice And Comfort
Flying economy class with Air New Zealand is now more pleasant than ever. Starting on 27 February 2023, passengers flying between Auckland and Los Angeles may purchase a new seating…
The most popular cuisines you need to try in 2023
With around 195 countries in the world, there are an endless amount of cuisines to indulge your taste buds in! I'm sure most travel and food lovers will agree that there is no better…
Emirates invests USD 135 million in new pilot training centre
Emirates will soon build an advanced training facility to accommodate 6 Full Flight Simulator Bays (FFS) for its future Airbus A350 and Boeing 777X aircraft. The brand new, 63,318 sq. ft.…
Hong Kong lures tourists with 500,000 free airline tickets
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Hong Kong is sending its greatest welcome to the world with 500,000 air tickets and city-wide offers…
British Airways codeshares with Airlink
British Airways has announced a codeshare partnership with Airlink, improving connectivity between the UK, Europe, North America and more than 15 destinations in Southern Africa.
Opportunity to book affordable last-minute staycations: Hentschel
HotelPlanner power reservations across more than one million hotel properties and alternative accommodations globally.
Saudi anchors focus on India tourism market
by: Linda Hohnholz, eTN editor | copyright: eTurboNews - Travel Industry News - World Travel News
Saudi is building on the momentum of trade activity in India with an impressive lineup of…
Fly Net Zero: Decarbonizing airline industry
by: Harry Johnson | copyright: eTurboNews - Travel Industry News - World Travel News
Learning how to safely fly hydrogen-powered aircraft will be the challenge of a generation
Fly Net…
Expedia: Flight searches up 40%
According to the latest data from travel app Expedia, travellers are already planning their spring getaways, eyeing everything from Caribbean beach escapes to Alaskan cruises.
Cirium signs deal with Amadeus for enhanced flight searches
Cirium has signed a deal with Amadeus to provide its advanced flight schedules data into the Amadeus Travel Platform, further enhancing the dataset available for flight search and bookings.
Emirates operates flight with 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Emirates has operated its first milestone demonstration flight on a Boeing 777-300ER, powering one of its engines with 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
Air New Zealand – 2022 in the Air at 35,000ft
Due to the border reopening last year, Air New Zealand carried 12.3 million customers and operated 152,000 flights across its domestic and international network in 2022.
Emirates adds two more Australia services as demand soars
Emirates has taken yet another significant step in the resumption of its Australia capacity by increasing its service to two major cities – Sydney and Melbourne.
Emirates to restore daily direct service between Singapore and Melbourne
Emirates will relaunch its daily direct flight between Singapore and Melbourne from 26 March 2023, as part of its frequency ramp up to Sydney and Melbourne in response to strong travel…
Emirates’ flagship A380 returns to Morocco
Emirates has announced that it will reintroduce its flagship A380 to Casablanca as part of the airline’s ramp up of operations to Morocco.
Emirates resumes A380 services to Birmingham, Glasgow and Nice
Emirates has announced it will scale up its A380 operations with the iconic double-decker returning to Glasgow (26 March 2023), Nice (1 June 2023) and Birmingham (1 July 2023).
Korean Air to re-launch its Prague–Seoul connection
One of the most populous and technologically advanced cities of the world – monuments, modern architecture, shopping, beautiful panoramas, cultural events, and great food – Seoul has it…
Airbus Leads Despite Boeing’s Best Efforts
Airbus continues to be the world’s leading aircraft maker, despite Boeing’s aggressive push to deliver as many planes as possible before the end of the year. With a total of 1,078 gross…
Emirates Will Boost Its Daily Flights To Brisbane
Emirates’ resumption of operations in Australia continues with the introduction of a new daily flight to Brisbane.
Emirates will begin operating the second daily flight to and from…
Emirates resumes passenger services to Shanghai and Beijing
Emirates will ramp up its operations in China ahead of the New Lunar Year and in response to strong travel demand, boosting connectivity to its gateways; Guangzhou, Shanghai and Beijing as…
Emirates doubles services to Brisbane
Addition of a Boeing 777-300ER service means Emirates will offer almost 12,000 seats per week to Brisbane combined with its daily A380.
Emirates reaffirms its industry-leading safety standards
Emirates, the world’s largest passenger airline, has completed its latest IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) with zero findings – the equivalent of a perfect score, and a rare…
Emerald Cruises’ new Caribbean & Central America offers with free flights and savings of up to GBP1,600 per couple
2023 is shaping up to be a huge year for Emerald Cruises. Their all-new custom-built luxury yachts, Emerald Azzurra and Emerald Sakara – each carrying a maximum of 100 guests per journey…
Pet hamsters are ok: Hong Kong lifts COVID-19 small animal ban
Hong Kong health officials banned imported hamsters and other small mammals of foreign origin in January of 2022
Pet hamsters are ok: Hong Kong lifts COVID-19 small animal ban
SUNRATE enhances its online travel solution with new virtual corporate card
Global Fintech SUNRATE has partnered with Visa, a world leader in digital payments, to launch virtual corporate cards as part of its plans to bolster its online travel solution.
Emirates signs pact to support visitor arrivals to The Bahamas
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has sealed an agreement with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of The Bahamas to promote tourism to the Caribbean archipelago. The…
Etihad to fly to Shanghai twice weekly
Etihad Airways is set to strengthen air connectivity between the UAE and China next year, starting with an additional weekly frequency on its Abu Dhabi – Shanghai route.
Emirates reaffirms its industry-leading safety standards
Emirates, the world’s largest passenger airline, has completed its latest IATA Operational Safety Audit (IOSA) with zero findings – the equivalent of a perfect score, and a rare occurrence…
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…
Top 10 travel trends for 2023: Adventure, purpose, nostalgia, and extreme immersion experiences
The Lemongrass Digital Insights team has researched the latest travel search trends, and drawn key findings from multiple industry reports, to bring you the top 2023 travel trends you need…
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…
Austrian Airlines reconnects Vienna and Shanghai twice a week
As of 16 January, Austrian Airlines will once again operate two direct flights per week from Vienna to Shanghai. With the additional connection on Mondays from Vienna and Wednesdays from…
Air India Plans To Order For More Than 200 Boeing Aircraft
Air India is reportedly pursuing talks with Boeing and Airbus as the newly privatised airline wants to modernise its fleet.
According to Reuters, the India-based airline is close to…
Air India resumes Bengaluru-San Francisco direct flights
Air India resumed its non-stop flight connecting Bengaluru to San Francisco, on Fridays, Sundays and Wednesdays with the Boeing 777-200LR aircraft.
TUI’S Lapland programme is back and bigger
TUI, the UK’s largest travel company, will start its biggest Lapland programme this Wednesday, with more Christmas joy than ever.
Air India announces new flights to six destinations in USA, Europe
Air India has launched new flights connecting Mumbai with New York, Paris and Frankfurt, and the resumption of non-stop flights connecting Delhi with Copenhagen, Milan and Vienna.
Singapore Airlines Adds A380 Flights To Sydney And Melbourne
Singapore Airlines’ flagship Airbus A380 is returning to Melbourne, and the airline is increasing the number of flights to Sydney using the superjumbo.
This change will provide a…
Emirates to operate double daily direct flights to Colombo from 1 Dec
Emirates has announced plans to add an additional daily direct flight between Dubai and Colombo, starting from 1 December 2022, to cater to the seasonal increase in the demand for travel.
Qatar Airways Reopens Bangkok Premium Lounge
Qatar Airways Premium Lounge at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi International Airport has reopened.
The facility is located on level 3 of the airport’s Concourse D. It is open to Qatar Airways…
Top five countries to work in that offer a Digital Nomad Visa
A new study from global payroll specialists, IRIS FMP Global, has revealed the best countries for remote working that offer a digital nomad visa; a specific type of work visa that allows…
EaseMyTrip signs MoU with Assam Tourism Development Corporation
EaseMyTrip has signed an agreement through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Assam Tourism Development Corporation (ATDC) during an event held recently.
Singapore Airlines to increase services to Australia, resume flights to Busan
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will boost frequencies to destinations across East Asia and South East Asia, resume flights to Busan, and increase Airbus A380 services to Australia during the…
Air Canada launches live TV onboard select domestic flights
Air Canada has launched Live TV on select aircraft and domestic routes, becoming the only Canadian carrier to offer customers the ability to cheer on their favourite sports teams by watching…
Qatar Airways unveils new branding at London Heathrow Terminal 4
The branding features a 9-metre long Boeing 777-9 scaled model aircraft, placed above a 12-metre LED screen to highlight Qatar Airways’ products, services, destinations, and marketing…
Qatar Airways celebrates opening of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
The FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is officially underway and Qatar Airways, as the official airline of the journey, is marking the month-long tournament with special football-themed experiences…
What happened to Malaysian Airlines passenger Jet MH17 flying from Amsterdam to Kuala Lumpur?
A Dutch court has found three men guilty of murder for shooting down a passenger jet over eastern Ukraine in 2014, killing 298 people.
TRIBE touches down in Bali
TRIBE, part of Ennismore, a global collective of lifestyle brands, has opened the doors of its first hotel in Indonesia with the opening of TRIBE Bali Kuta Beach on Indonesia’s island of…
Qatar Airways flies Qatar National Football Team and 140 FIFA Legends to the FIFA World Cup 2022
Qatar Airways and FIFA are giving match ticket holders the chance to play in the FIFA Fan Tournament with FIFA Legends in Al Bidda Park at the FIFA Fan Festival.
Air New Zealand to welcome 2.8 million customers this summer
Air New Zealand is gearing up its resources to welcome 2.8 million passengers between 15 December 2022 and 31 January 2023, following a surge in demand for what will be the first summer…
Emirates partners with Traveloka
Emirates today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indonesia’s key Online Travel Agent, Traveloka, to enhance the brands’ cooperation and establish the grounds for a strategic…
Emirates Group announces record half-year performance for 2022-23
The Emirates Group today announced its half-year results for its 2022-23 financial year. The Group is reporting a 2022-23 half-year net profit of AED 4.2 billion (USD 1.2 billion), a record…
IndiGo grounds 11 per cent of its fleet
Shortage of engines and spare parts has forced IndiGo to ground more than 30 aircraft, or around 11% of its fleet, the company said.
Emirates returns to Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires
Emirates has resumed its flights to two South American destinations, Rio de Janeiro and Buenos Aires, which were previously suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
First Emirates A380 rolls in for full cabin refresh and refit
Emirates began its massive 2-year retrofit programme with work starting on the first of 120 aircraft earmarked for a full cabin interior upgrade and the installation of the airline’s latest…
Emirates codeshares with Air Canada
Emirates and Air Canada have announced the launch of their codeshare cooperation. The new partnership will allow customers of the carriers to enjoy seamless connectivity to 46 markets…
Emirates highlights support for UAE and Egypt
Emirates has carried more than 9.3 million passengers on close to 38,000 flights between Cairo and Dubai since the start of its operations, and Egypt’s capital city is one of the major…
‘Cost-of-living’ may cost leisure and hospitality
Results from a survey that looked at changing consumer behaviour amid the cost-of-living crisis revealed that the highest sacrifice areas by consumers looking to save money are eating out,…
Saudi RIA airlines to order 80 jets?
Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) is in talks with Boeing Co. and Airbus SE regarding orders for about 80 jets, the first aircraft purchases for the new national airline, RIA.
Emirates to resume flights between Dubai-Taipei
Emirates recently confirmed that it will increase its flights between Dubai and Taipei from 6th November.
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…
Qatar, the destination to be in for FIFA World Cup 2022
Qatar Airways and Qatar Tourism reveal the thrilling entertainment projects taking place during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.
Emirates announces new A380 destination
From 30 October onwards, Emirates will offer passengers flying to Bengaluru, India an option to fly in their signature A380 aircrafts.
Emirates’ flagship A380 returns to Narita, Japan
Emirates, is upgrading capacity on its Narita-Dubai route with the deployment of its flagship A380 from 15 November, as Japan scraps the daily arrival cap, and lifts the COVID-19 testing and…
Etihad Airways launches inaugural flight linking Abu Dhabi & Guangzhou
Etihad Airways has launched its first-ever scheduled flights linking Abu Dhabi and Guangzhou. The inaugural flight, EY868, departed Abu Dhabi on 10th October.
A private premium experience in the sky with American Airlines
American Airlines is giving customers a suite new ride. With new deliveries of its Airbus A321XLR and Boeing 787-9 aircraft, beginning in 2024, the airline will unveil new Flagship Suite®…
Air France resumes daily flights equipped with La Première to and from Singapore
Starting 31 October 2022, Air France will offer its most exclusive designer suite La Première on board a daily night flight operated by B777-300ER between Singapore and Paris-Charles de…
Red Savannah launches ‘Grand Tour of Europe’ by private jet in 2023
Luxury travel specialist, Red Savannah, launches an inaugural Grand Tour of Europe by Private Jet. Commencing 12 September 2023, this exciting journey will travel to Europe’s most coveted…
Australia Removes Mandatory COVID Isolation
The national cabinet has decided to end mandatory isolation for COVID-19.
After a meeting on Friday at Parliament House, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and state and territory…
The DP World Tour and Emirates sign partnership extension
The DP World Tour and Emirates have signed an extension to their partnership agreement that will see the international airline remain an Official Partner of golf’s DP World Tour until the…
Australia’s Best And Worst Airline For Operational Performance
New data issued by the Department of Transport compares the top and worst performing airports and airlines.
When it came to on-time departures in August, Rex was the best airline, and…
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.
Air India To Offer Premium Economy On Long Haul Flights
A total of 30 narrow- and wide-body aircraft are scheduled to be delivered to Air India over the course of the next 15 months, allowing the airline to more than double its current fleet…
TUI and National Geographic Expeditions launch ‘National Geographic Day Tours’
National Geographic Expeditions has selected TUI to collaborate in the field of tours and activities with the debut of National Geographic Day Tours, a collection of one-day and half-day…
Emirates partners with United to expand connections
Emirates customers to connect on United to nearly 200 new cities in the Americas, through Chicago, San Francisco and Houston. United to launch new nonstop flights between New York/Newark and…
Qatar Airways Doha to Perth flight on Airbus A380 now
Previously operated by the Boeing B777-300ER, passengers will now have a chance to journey on board the Airbus A380
Qatar Airways Doha to Perth flight on Airbus A380 now
Air India to induct 30 planes
Air India to receive 30 new aircraft, including 5 wide-body Boeing planes, from December this year.
Emirates to increase frequency to Algiers with five weekly flights from 7 Oct
The newest service will complement Emirates’ existing operations between Dubai and Algiers, currently running at four flights a week.
Etihad launches flights between Abu Dhabi and Guangzhou
Etihad Airways is set to start flying to Guangzhou next month, becoming the first international airline to operate long-haul passenger services to the top three Chinese gateways since the…
Bonza’s Launch Delayed Again
Another setback has emerged in the launch of Australia’s new ultra-low-cost airline Bonza.
There is still some ambiguity about when Bonza will take off because the budget airline is…
SITA opens the door to new partners
SITA, the IT provider to the air transport industry, launches a partnership program aimed at joining hands with key partners as it embarks on a new path to growth.
Emirates To Operate A380 With Premium Economy To Five Destinations
Starting in December 2022, Emirates will begin flying to five additional cities with its refurbished A380 jets, including the airline’s newest Premium Economy cabins.
Melbourne,…
Tel Aviv Airport To Ban Boeing 747s and Airbus A380s
To cut down on noise and air pollution, Israel’s airport’s authority has announced that the use of four-engine planes would be prohibited as of 31 March 2023.
The authority said that…
Fly aboard the Demon Slayer ANA aircraft
All Nippon Airways (ANA) is launching its third painted aircraft featuring pictures and characters from the popular animated TV series "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba."
ANA Group began…
Emirates To Operate A380 Services To Auckland
Emirates has announced that it will resume nonstop A380 flights between Dubai and Auckland beginning 1 December 2022.
The airline now serves Auckland with a Boeing 777-300ER service…
‘Relaxed Luxury’ drives European Waterways’ boutique hotel barge cruises
Today’s affluent travellers want to enjoy first-class service and accommodations, but in a friendlier, more casual setting without “old-world” pretensions. This “relaxed luxury” trend is…
Wyndham Residences The Palm officially opens
Wyndham Residences The Palm is delighted to announce its official opening on the Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. The unique 102-room pet-friendly property, nestled amongst the residential…
Fly Bengaluru to Hong Kong direct with Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific will operate two non-stop weekly flights from Bengaluru to Hong Kong from 11 October.
Emirates to resume Auckland and Kuala Lumpur A380 routes
Emirates will restore its non-stop A380 services to and from Auckland and Kuala Lumpur starting from 1 December.
Singapore Airlines and DHL Express partner for Boeing Freighter Aircraft
DHL Express has welcomed the arrival of its Boeing 777 freighter at Singapore Changi Airport.
Dubai’s Air Traffic Increase Indicates Strong Recovery
As pandemic restrictions were lifted, Dubai International Airport saw an increase in passengers during the first half of 2022. The upcoming FIFA World Cup in Qatar will increase traffic…
Emirates’ A380 To Return To Perth
As part of expanding its flights to Australia, Emirates will resume operating its flagship A380 between Dubai and Perth on 1 December. Due to the upgrade, Emirates can provide nearly 500…
Emirates to retrofit and upgrade interior cabins
Emirates to upgrade the entire interior cabins of 120 Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 aircraft. The project, representing a multi-billion dollar investment to ensure Emirates’ customers "fly…
Emirates’ to reintroduce A380 to Perth’s skies from 1 December
From 1 December, Emirates will reintroduce its flagship A380 to Perth as part of the airline’s ramp up of services to Australia. The upgauge will increase Emirates’ seating capacity between…
Emirates enters codeshare with AEGEAN for increased connectivity
Emirates is activating a new codeshare partnership with AEGEAN, allowing its customers to benefit from increased connectivity to eight domestic Greek points via Athens, using a single…
Long-haul destinations make a comeback, says Expedia
The return of long-haul and international family travel, higher hotel average daily rates and higher average ticket prices in Q2 have been witnessed
Air India increases international flights
Air India, following its acquisition by Tata Group, is now deploying aircraft that were grounded for prolonged periods due to the Covid-19 pandemic
Delhi to Vancouver flight is now daily on Air India
Boeing has been working closely with Air India to restore 777-300ER that had been grounded due to COVID-19 pandemic
Delhi to Vancouver flight is now daily on Air India
Hotel Arts Barcelona: Spain’s swankiest hotel is an art and design lover’s paradise
Styled to embrace the destination’s defining legacy, the iconic beachside, urban resort Hotel Arts Barcelona stands as the tallest building in the city, with a contemporary glass and steel…
Vietjet rolls out India-Vietnam flights at INR 26. Here’s what you need to know
The special tickets are valid for booking on all domestic flights operated by Vietjet as well as all international routes departing and arriving in Vietnam until July 13
The Sustainable Face of Boeing is the Boeing 737-10 MAX
Boeing will fly the newest and largest members of its 737 MAX and 777X airplane families at the Farnborough International Airshow.
The Sustainable Face of Boeing is the Boeing 737-10 MAX
EVA Air to launch new flights to Milan and Munich
EVA Air, Taiwan’s leading independent airline, is set to launch nonstop flights between Taipei and two popular European destinations. It will initiate the Milan service on 25 October…
Airbus A380 makes a comeback at Lufthansa
The airline expects to use the long-haul aircraft, which is popular with customers and crews, again from summer 2023
THAI and key travel agencies from India, Pakistan and Bangladesh promote Thailand tourism
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited has continued to organise a networking conference under the theme “THAI Networking: Discover Brand New Sky” attended by key overseas…
Most memorable passenger aircraft in history
When you fly, do you have a favorite aircraft? Do you hope upon hope that your next trip will place you in your most memorable passenger jet liner in the sky? Would you go so far as to pay a…
Number of tourists visiting Spain in April up nearly tenfold
6.1 million foreign tourists arrived in Spain in April against 629,000 in the same month 2021, when several COVID-19 restrictions were still in place
Easing Covid-19 travel restrictions lead to rise in flight bookings
India’s fintech major Paytm witnessed strong growth in daily flight bookings amid rising demand for both domestic and international air travel
Thailand’s budget carrier Nok Air to take off for India soon
Nok Air’s new routes will provide the convenient connections from various Indian gateways to Bangkok, and beyond to over 20 destinations in Thailand
Heritage Expeditions flagship Heritage Adventurer is ready to sail as New Zealand reopens
Heritage Expeditions luxurious new flagship Heritage Adventurer is nearing the completion of her refurbishment ahead of the New Zealand border opening and the announcement of three epic…
Fiji Airways offers new digital booking experience to travellers
Fiji Airways has strengthened its partnership with Amadeus to transform the digital booking experience for travelers.
Emirates signs MoC with Malaysia Tourism Board
Emirates has signed a Memorandum of Collaboration (MoC) with Malaysia Tourism Board today during the 29th edition of the Arabian Travel Market held in Dubai, to promote tourism and develop…
SAUDIA: A new Immersive Experience at Arabian Travel Market
SAUDIA: A new Immersive Experience at Arabian Travel Market -
Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) will showcase a new three-level stand design with a range of innovative features and products…
SIA resumes A380 service to Delhi
The return of the superjumbo to India is part of SIA’s larger effort to progressively bring frequency and capacity back to pre-Covid levels in the coming months
Emirates to unveil NFTs and experiences in metaverse
Emirates has unveiled its plans to build signature brand experiences in the metaverse, alongside both collectible and utility-based NFTs for its customers and employees
Here are top tips for travellers jetting off this Easter
ABTA – The Travel Association has issued its top tips for travellers heading abroad this Easter weekend, which marks the first bank holiday since UK travel restrictions were lifted
Easter escape at Hotel Arts Barcelona combines mediterranean vibes, springtime city break sightseeing and kids’ programming
With Barcelona’s balmy April temperatures beckoning, Hotel Arts Barcelona is ready to open the doors to spring and sunshine with fun-filled family stays on the Mediterranean over the Easter…
Have suitcase, will travel: New research from Travelport highlights excitement to travel in 2022
Travelport has revealed a new survey that highlighted excitement to travel in 2022.
Emirates President Threatens To Cancel Airbus & Boeing Orders
Given the Dubai-based airline’s aircraft on order, Emirates President Tim Clark is dissatisfied with both Airbus and Boeing.
Emirates joins hands with Thailand to promote tourism
Emirates has pledged its support to promoting tourism in Thailand through a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) signed with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)
Emirates To Resume Daily A380 Service To Brisbane
Dubai is bringing back the Airbus A380 to serve Brisbane daily starting on 1 March 2022, as travel demand rise due to the opening of the Australia borders on 21 February.
Airbus Cancels Qatar Airways Order For 2 A350 As Dispute Deepens
A dispute over surface paint has forced Airbus to cancel Qatar Airways’ purchase of two A350-1000 aircraft.
Spain releases new entry requirements
From now on, UK children and teenagers aged between 12 and 17 can present a negative NAAT test (PCR or similar), taken within 72 hours of arrival to Spain, as an alternative to presenting a…
Emirates resumes double daily services from Gatwick
Follows the quick restart of operations to Emirates’ hubs across the UK, Emirates expands its Gatwick service, offering double daily flights
Emirates Uppers Sydney To Double Daily
Starting on 01 March, Emirates will operate a second daily flight between Sydney and Dubai, totalling 14 weekly flights between the two cities.
Emirates Resumes Daily A380 Service To Melbourne
Emirates resumed its daily A380 Dubai-Melbourne service on February 1, 2022, nearly two years after stopping all A380 flights to Australia because of the pandemic.
The Standard to Open its Asia Flagship in Bangkok May, 2022
The Standard, Bangkok Mahanakhon, located at the King Power Mahanakhon, is a feast for the senses featuring world class design, culinary, entertainment, retail and wellness offerings all…
Travel & Tourism sector’s contribution to global GDP could reach $8.6 trillion in 2022, says WTTC
Major new research from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed that as the global Travel & Tourism sector begins to recover from the ravages of the COVID-19 pandemic,…
Will 2022 Be A Better Year For The Airline Industry?
The year 2022 will not be like any other year in the past, yet there are reasons for cautious optimism.
Taiwan Lantern Festival is back!
The streets and night skies of Kaohsiung will be bathed in light as the city stages the 2022 Taiwan Lantern Festival, with this year's event drawing on both tradition and modern innovation…
Flight Returns To Miami After Passenger Refuses To Wear Mask
A passenger on an American Airlines aircraft to London refused to comply with the U.S federal mandate to wear a face mask. The flight was diverted back to Miami.
What Was All The Fuss About Airlines And 5G In The U.S
The latest hurdle in a dispute over concerns that 5G mobile phone service could interfere with aeroplane equipment prompted major international airlines to cancel flights to the United…
Etihad CEO Says Its A380s May Return To The Skies
According to Etihad Airways CEO Tony Douglas, the Airbus A380 may return to the sky if the global pandemic travel recovers rapidly and exceeds pre-pandemic levels.
Etihad CEO Says Its A380s May Return To The Skies
According to Etihad Airways CEO Tony Douglas, the Airbus A380 may return to the sky if the global pandemic travel recovers rapidly and exceeds pre-pandemic levels.
The 123rd And Last A380 Has Arrived At Emirates’ Hangars
Emirates has taken delivery of its final A380, bringing the Airbus superjumbo’s production to a close.
Airline Start-Up In Australia: What Makes It So Challenging?
Bonza, a new low-cost airline with big plans for Australia, will launch in mid-2022.
Emirates launches special fares for travels in 2022
Emirates has launched a new campaign to bring passengers even closer to more unforgettable travel experiences in 2022.
UK tourism sector sees massive job shortfall of over 200K this year: WTTC
A new analysis of staff shortages by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed 205,000 travel jobs across the UK predicted to remain unfilled by the end of this year
Singapore Airlines Offering Free Wi-Fi To Attract Customers
If you are flying with Singapore Airlines within the next three months, you can stay connected for free, at least for part of the flight.
Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi brings Gotham City Skate this festive season
For the first time ever, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi welcomes guests and families to skate their way in the streets of Gotham City this festive season
PATA’s 2022 summit goes to Ras Al Khaimah
Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) will host the next PATA Annual Summit, 22 to 25 March 2022, in Ras Al Khaimah
ANA reveals new First and Business Class seats
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has today announced brand new luxury cabin designs, in its ‘East Meets West’ collaboration between Japanese architect Kengo Kuma and British design firm Acumen…
The New Aircraft That We Will Be Set To Fly In Starting 2022
Aircraft deliveries have been delayed due to the pandemic, but there’s still something exciting in store for travellers who enjoy trying out new aircraft.
Bonza announces 737 fleet expansion to match Rex
The budget carrier’s CEO announced an expansion of Bonza’s 737 MAX 8 fleet of two planes to eight in the first year.
THAI starts Phuket-Sydney route to boost Phuket Sandbox programme
THAI’s chief commercial officer Nond Kalinta said the airline will operate a three-weekly service on the Phuket-Sydney-Phuket
Sky Views Dubai is now open
Experience Dubai like never before! Soaring 219.5 M above the ground and sitting atop the Address Sky View hotel, Dubai’s newest architectural marvel and greatest adrenaline-pumping…
Emirates Outlines Their Premium Economy Class Rollout
Emirates has announced that it will be introducing premium economy across the majority of its long-haul fleets.
Dreaming Of Working For One of The World Best Airlines?
As the world will become more vaccinated against coronavirus, the border restrictions that have hampered travel for the previous two years are being lifted.
United Airlines will be the largest airline in the world by mid-2022
Scott Kirby, CEO of United Airlines, is unapologetic: United Airlines expects to be the world’s biggest airline by next summer as it awaits the return of its 777 aircraft and continues to…
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
Etihad could scrap Airbus, Boeing aircraft orders
Etihad Airways’ chief executive indicated on Wednesday that the carrier might cancel billions of dollars in aircraft orders with Airbus and Boeing, saying the airline has some time before…
The new Etihad’s business class suites
Etihad Airways flew one of its Airbus A350-1000s to the Dubai Airshow to showcase the carrier’s new business class product.
Boeing delays might push Emirates to pursue Airbus A350s
Sir Tim Clark, president of Emirates, has said the Gulf airline might consider speeding deliveries of Airbus SE A350 planes if Boeing Co. fails to deliver the rival 777X model on time.
Emirates could issue an initial public offering
The president of long-haul carrier Emirates said Tuesday that an initial public offering of shares in the Dubai-based airline might take place as the city-state strives to improve its local…
As the world starts to open Emirates reduces half-year loss
Emirates Group, the owner of the world’s biggest long-haul airline before the Covid-19 crisis, reported a reduced half-year loss as travel restrictions eased throughout the globe and demand…
TD podcast daily news: Wednesday 17th November 2021
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TD podcast daily news: Tuesday 16th November 2021
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TD podcast daily news: Monday 15th November 2021
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Emirates is stopping its multi-risk travel insurance in December
For those who must travel during the pandemic, being prepared involves being aware of the possibility of contracting COVID-19 as well as other illnesses.
Not bringing back the A380 is crazy, says Emirates chief
It would be a mistake for airlines not to bring back the A380, argues Emirates CEO Sir Tim Clark in an interview with Airline Ratings.
TD podcast daily news: Friday 12th November 2021
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TD podcast daily news: Thursday 11th November 2021
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TD podcast daily news: Wednesday 10th November 2021
In partnership with Tellmewhere2go.com, TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Monday 8th November 2021
TD podcast daily news: Tuesday 9th November 2021
In partnership with Tellmewhere2go.com, TD presents your travel and hospitality industries daily news podcast for Monday 8th November 2021
Qatar Airways launches rediscover Europe promotion from $1409 return
For the first time since the reopening of Australia’s international border, Qatar Airways will be offering special tickets and discounts for travel between February 1 and October 31 in 2022,…
TD podcast daily news: Monday 8th November 2021
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Emirates launches daily flights to Tel Aviv from 6 December
Emirates announced it will launch a daily non-stop flight between Dubai and Tel Aviv (Israel), starting December 6
TD podcast daily news: Friday 5th November 2021
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TD podcast daily news: Thursday 4th November 2021
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Emirates increases services to Australia as borders reopened
With Australia's borders now open to international travellers, Emirates is celebrating by expanding its operations in the country.
British Airways will resume Sydney flights in March 2022
According to Executive Traveller, the British Airways website will once again show availability on flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to Sydney (SYD) with a refuelling stop in Singapore…
TD podcast daily news: Wednesday 3rd November 2021
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TD podcast daily news: Tuesday 2nd November 2021
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TD podcast daily news: Monday 1st November 2021
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TD daily news PODCAST: Friday 29th October 2021
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TD daily news PODCAST: Thursday 28th October 2021
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TD daily news PODCAST: Wednesday 27th October 2021
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TD daily news PODCAST: Tuesday 26th October 2021
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Australia-Singapore ‘travel bubble’ by November
Morrison stated that Australia's travel arrangement with Singapore would be similar to the one it established earlier last week with New Zealand's South Island.
TD daily news PODCAST: Monday 25th October 2021
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TD daily news PODCAST: Friday 22nd October 2021
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From cheapest to most expensive! These are top European cities for dining out
A new study carried out by Maxima Kitchen Equipment has examined the top cities in Europe to discover the cheapest and most expensive places to dine out using data on the cost of living
TD daily news PODCAST: Thursday 21st October 2021
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TD daily news PODCAST: Wednesday 20th October 2021
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TD daily news PODCAST: Tuesday 19th October 2021
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TD daily news PODCAST: Monday 18th October 2021
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Is Australia a big enough market to support another airline?
Bonza promises to be the independent low-cost airline that many Australian consumers have wished for. Still, some are sceptical that the market can support another operator.
TD daily news PODCAST: Friday 15th October 2021
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TD daily news PODCAST: Thursday 14th October 2021
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TD daily news PODCAST: Wednesday 13th October 2021
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New ultra-low-cost airline Bonza to launch in Australia next year
"Bonza" will be Australia's sole independent low-cost airline specialising in regional leisure destinations, with a fleet of Boeing 737 MAX 8 jets equipped with all-economy seats.
TD daily news PODCAST: Tuesday 12th October 2021
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TD daily news PODCAST: Monday 11th October 2021
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TD daily news PODCAST: Friday 8th October 2021
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TD daily news PODCAST: Thursday 7th October 2021
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TD daily news PODCAST: Wednesday 6th October 2021
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Emirates to back Airbus A380 to Australia
According to Executive Traveller, Emirates plans to resume its flights to Australia with Airbus A380s following the country's return of international travel.
TD daily news PODCAST: Tuesday 5th October 2021
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TD daily news PODCAST: Monday 4th October 2021
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TD daily news PODCAST: Friday 1st October 2021
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Virgin Australia resumes flights to Fiji
There will be daily flights from Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane to Fiji's Nadi Airport in late December, with Virgin Australia joining the list of airlines planning to restart foreign…
TD daily news PODCAST: Thursday 30th September 2021
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How to choose the best Hotels in Saudi?
If you are going for tourism in Saudi, then you need to book a hotel in Saudi. It is very simple and easy for everyone to go for advanced booking. In fact, it is a wonderful idea to save…
TD daily news PODCAST: Wednesday 29th September 2021
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TD daily news PODCAST: Tuesday 28th September 2021
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TD daily news PODCAST: Monday 27th September 2021
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AirAsia to launch Hua Hin-Chiang Mai route on 15 Oct
AirAsia is set to paint the skies red again in support of the Hua Hin Airport opening in October
Ferry confident: Brits rate ferries safer than travel by planes and coaches
Research from ferry industry body, Discover Ferries, reveals consumer confidence in using public transport has risen
WTTC unveils net zero roadmap for tourism at virtual ‘Climate Week’ event
WTTC has announced the launch of a Net Zero Roadmap for the tourism sector to support the industry in combatting climate change during its virtual climate week event
Kenya has reopened borders for Indian travellers
The flights from India to Kenya can now resume, giving impetus to travels that have been curtailed by the Covid-19-pandemic
Explore Gifu through these four incredible activities
Here are some of the best ways to explore the rural side of Gifu.
TD daily news PODCAST: Friday 24th September 2021
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THAI sells more planes as part of its financial restructure
Cash-strapped Thai Airways International (THAI) is selling three aeroplanes and a flight simulator as part of its financial restructuring efforts and ongoing efforts to modernise its ageing…
Best months to visit Spain
Whether that’s Spain’s gorgeous beaches, wondrous tourist spots, the variety of Spanish festivals, or whatever attracts you to the country the most, we’ve got you covered with this short and…
Do I need a visa for Spain? Heres the visa policy
If you’re considering traveling to Spain for any reason, especially if it’s your first time, you are probably wondering about the Spain visa requirements. Even if it’s your 50th trip to the…
Fiji Airways to resume Australia flights by December 2021
Fiji Airways intends to resume flights to Australia "before Christmas" in 2021.
Fiji to reopen international travel by 1 November
According to the country's Prime Minister, Fiji is planning to open its border for international tourists by 1 November
Air NZ will operate solely Dreamliner’s on long-haul routes
Air New Zealand is retiring its Boeing 777-300 fleet as it seeks to simplify its long-haul fleet in the post-pandemic era.
Emirates increases services across Europe
As demand grows, Emirates has announced the resumption of routes across its European network.
More than 20 airlines have said “C-ya” to Sydney
The border closure has taken its toll on Australian aviation, with Sydney losing more than 20 airlines since the outbreak began.
Emirates resumes flights to Newcastle, adds new flights in Europe
Emirates is scaling up services with additional route resumptions and more flights across its European network, responding to the easing of international entry protocols and an upsurge in…
Korean Air is retiring all Airbus A380s and Boeing 747-8s
Korean Air has announced the end of the long-haul quad-jet era, with the retirement of the Airbus A380 and Boeing 747-8.
Emirates rolls out custom liveries to celebrate UAE’s 50th anniversary
Emirates is marking the UAE’s 50th anniversary by unveiling special liveries on its Airbus A380s and Boeing 777-300ERs commemorating the nation's Golden Jubilee
‘On top of the world’: Emirates new ad terrifying stunt
Emirates' jaw-dropping advertising stunt has certainly piqued people's interest, but those who are afraid of heights should avoid watching.
Back to the future? Airline sector poised to change post-COVID-19
As they look beyond the pandemic, airlines need to grapple with five new realities—and devise strategies to adapt.
Pax feared for lives during American Airlines security incident
Passengers aboard an American Airlines flight to Miami experienced a bizarre security incident on Thursday night with passengers admitting they were scared for their lives after an…
Emirates restarts Mauritius route as island-nation reopens to international travellers
Emirates has announced it will restart passenger services to Mauritius this summer with two weekly flights from 15 July, as the island-nation gradually re-opens its borders
Airline sector poised for change post-COVID-19 pandemic
As they look beyond the pandemic, airlines need to grapple with five new realities—and devise strategies to adapt.
UK Domestic cruise problems
Seaborne holiday trips may operate beyond UK waters, but are restricted to English, Welsh and Northern Ireland port calls and carrying residents from the UK and the Common Travel Area…
Unique accommodation in Australia: 9 wow-factor stays beyond Adelaide
If you’re anything like us, images of remote nature retreats, luxury accommodation, and boutique boltholes are all it takes to spark intense wanderlust. From luxury lodges to some of the…
Business aviation’s thriving industry to be showcased at Dubai Airshow 2021
Dubai Airshow is set to highlight the growth in business aviation and provide a platform for industry experts to shape the future of the industry with the deployment of ground-breaking…
Alitalia newco to launch ops early 3Q21, plans asset tenders
ITA – Italia Trasporto Aereo, the newco Alitalia, must commence flight operations this summer, by June or July, Italy’s minister of economic development, Giancarlo Giorgetti, told the…
United targets mid-July to get back to pre-Covid activities
United Airlines sees big for the coming northern summer and is adding 400 flights to its July schedule and increasing services to now available European destinations with the aim to offer…
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.
Emirates restarts flights to Phuket as it reopens to international travel
Emirates has announced it will resume four weekly services to the resort island of Phuket from 2 July
Frequent flyers plan to fly six times in next year. Is the travel industry ready?
New research released by Collinson’s Priority Pass has revealed that pre-pandemic frequent flyers are ready to get back on a plane, claiming they expect to fly nearly six times in the next…
Emirates wins record 8th consecutive “Best Airline Worldwide”
Emirates has been voted ‘Best Airline Worldwide’ for the eighth consecutive time by the Business Traveller Middle East Awards 2021.
Siquijor: The hidden gem of The Philippines
The mystic Siquijor is the southernmost island in the Visayan Island Group and the third smallest province in the Philippines
G20 Tourism Ministerial meet: Clear rules and consistent protocol for mobility needed, says WTTC
WTTC said the unprecedented COVID-19 crisis has had a devastating impact on the travel and tourism and that clear rules and a protocol to restart international mobility will be crucial to…
Emirates might need to raise cash unless air travel picks up
Emirates may need to raise more cash this year, possibly through another equity injection from the Dubai government, if demand for air travel does not pick up soon, its president said on…
ANA debuts world’s first hands-free lavatory doors
All Nippon Airways (ANA) has partnered with JAMCO Corporation to develop the world’s first hands-free door that allows easy access to lavatories on its aircraft.
Airlines changes we didn’t see coming before the pandemic
There has been a lot of talk about the retirement of the iconic A380 with some major airlines already announced the aircraft retirement, either permanent or temporary.
Virgin and Alliance partnership gets the OK from the ACCC
Virgin Australia and Alliance Airlines have received the green light from the consumer watchdog to expand their partnership to cover 41 regional domestic routes and two short-range…
Etihad makes history at Ben Gurion Airport as first scheduled flight lands in Israel
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, launched its regular flight service between Abu Dhabi and Tel Aviv, Israel
Ryanair unveils Covid-19 Certificate Wallet
Ryanair has launched a new Covid-19 Travel Wallet which is available only in the Ryanair app
Why passengers can rely on Qatar Airways for a safe journey
Here is a story of an airline that embraced the change and immediately adapted to the “new normal” while keeping the mission of “connecting families” at its core.
Meet the hottest airplane seat as aviation re-starts
So, why man travellers are setting the wish to fly in Premium Economy?
WTTC to hold Global Summit in April 2021
The WTTC Global Summit is being organised in partnership with the government of Quintana Roo in Mexico and will be held in Cancun, Mexico on 25-27 April
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.
Boeing CEO on navigating through biggest crisis in aviation history
In an exclusive interview, Boeing's new CEO talks about the roadmap ahead for the company. Excerpts:
Emirates resumes flights to Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne
Emirates has announced today that it will resume flights in and out of Australia, reversing a decision it made only a week ago.
Air India flight with all-woman cockpit crew successfully lands at Bengaluru airport
Air India’s longest direct flight from San Francisco to Bengaluru with an all-woman cockpit crew successfully landed in the southern city on 11 January
Emirates Unveils New Premium Economy in it’s A380
Emirates has unveiled details of its Premium Economy offering in its new Airbus A380, which offers 56 seats in a 2-4-2 cabin layout.
Switzerland announces entry ban, retroactive quarantine for travelers from UK and South Africa
All persons who have entered Switzerland from these two countries since 14 December must go into quarantine for 10 days.
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine approved for use in European Union
European Medicines Agency (EMA) announced that it is recommending the Pfizer/BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine be granted authorization for use in the European Union for people over the age of 16.
Russia suspends all flights with Great Britain
Russia suspended all flights with the UK amid news of the discovery of a new, more contagious strain of COVID-19 in the country
Emirates Relaunches Dubai Connect Offer to Transit Passengers
Emirates has re-launched its Dubai Connect offer which gives customers transiting through its hub a complimentary hotel stay in Dubai.
Istanbul Airport awarded 5-star COVID-19 rating
Istanbul Airport was deemed worthy of the “5-Star Airport” Award according to the evaluation of Skytrax
Tourism Recovery Means Resilience: Here is How!
Jamaica Tourism Minister, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, has an urgent appeal to the world for a tourism resilience fund to achieve tourism recovery.
US DOT new rule leaves consumers vulnerable to unfair airline practices
The DOT’s move to restrict its enforcement and rulemaking efforts is particularly troubling since the federal law that deregulated the industry has been interpreted to preempt state laws…
Transatlantic airlines spearhead Heathrow pre-departure testing study
The results of pre-departure testing trials carried out by four of Heathrow’s transatlantic carriers will be brought together by a study commissioned by the airport to demonstrate the…
COVID-19 Prohibition: Wales bans alcohol in pubs and bars
Welsh First Minister Mark Drakeford announced new anti-COVID-19 measures that would ban alcohol sales in Wales’ pubs and bars, and require the establishments to close by 6pm.
101-year-old Italian woman survived Spanish Flu, WWII, and COVID-19…three times
101-year-old Italian grandma, who lived through the Spanish Flu and WWII, has tested positive for coronavirus and survived three times in one year.
US finally flips to positive hotel profit as Europe backslides
The country finally reached gross operating profit per available room (GOPPAR) above $0, but at $5.43, it was still down 95.5% compared to the same time last year.
Here’s what you need to know as Chile reopens borders
Chile opened its borders to international travellers from 23 November where visitors arrived via Arturo Merino Benítez Airport in Pudahuel near Santiago
India restricts international flights till 31 December
International flight ban has been extended till 31 December by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) amid the ongoing novel coronavirus pandemic
Airlines continue with cuts and changes to their business model
The continued unrest of the spread of Covid-19 around the world is continuing to force airlines to make cuts and implement changes to their business models in order to continue fighting the…
Qatar Airways Privilege Club cuts the number of Qmiles required to book award flights by up to 49%
Qatar Airways Privilege Club now offers the most competitive award flight pricing among Middle East carriers Members can now travel with less Qmiles and no booking fees for award flights
Revealed: First Bespoke FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 aircraft
Qatar Airways, official partner and the official airline of FIFA, has unveiled a specially-branded Boeing 777 aircraft painted in FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 livery
Qatar Airways marks 10th year in Phuket with resumption of flights
The resumption of services to the country’s largest island is part of the airline’s effort to rebuild its network in the Asia-Pacific region
Mauritius is open: Live and work in the Indian Ocean paradise
Mauritius, the Indian Ocean paradise, has launched a new long-stay visa to meet the growing demand from international visitors looking to relocate to the COVID-safe island for work, leisure…
UAE and Saudi hotels making faster recovery
Middle East and Northern Africa (MENA) region hotels sector recovery will start in the fourth quarter of 2020 and continue in 2021
Park Hotel Kyoto to open doors in December
Set to open in December 2020, Park Hotel Kyoto is ideally located near the world-famous Nijō Castle, and gastronomic centres Nishiki Market and Pontocho.
Ras al Khaimah first destination to provide free Covid-19 PCR tests for international visitors
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority and RAK Hospital announced partnership to provide free Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing to international visitors staying in and departing…
Amazon partners with IRCTC to launch online train ticket bookings with zero fees
Amazon India has partnered with Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) to provide their customers with the facility to book reserved train tickets
San Francisco to Shanghai again flying nonstop
US-China relations are at an all-time low. US President Trump blames China to be responsible for the spread of COVID-19, while he himself was diagnosed with the virus.
Cathay Pacific Airways launches cargo service to Pittsburgh, PA
Cathay Pacific Airways today launched a temporary expansion of its operations in the Americas, with a 12-week cargo service linking Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) with Southeast…
Boeing 737 MAX remains primary FAA concern despite Dreamliner issues
Despite new reports that the Federal Aviation Administration is investigating potential defects in Boeing’s 787 Dreamliner production, the global re-certification of the 737 MAX must remain…
Emirates adds Moscow to its growing flight network
Emirates will re-start passenger services to Moscow Domodedovo Airport (DME) with two flights a week, starting 11 September. The resumption of flights to Moscow will take the airline’s…
The past and future of Busan as an international convention city
Busan continues to raise its status as a major MICE (meeting, incentives, convention, and exhibitions) city. The unique appeal of Busan’s natural environment, top-class convention…
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…
Dubai – Bangkok again on Emirates with COVID-19 medical expenses included
Emirates announces the resumption of passenger services to Bangkok with daily flights starting from 1 September. Customers can now travel with confidence, as Emirates has committed to…
United Airlines doubles San Francisco to Shanghai flights
United Airlines says it will increase service to China from two to four weekly flights from San Francisco to Shanghai’s Pudong International Airport
United Airlines doubles service between San Francisco and Shanghai
United Airlines today announced it will increase service to China from two to four weekly flights between San Francisco and Shanghai’s Pudong International Airport via Seoul’s Incheon…
Airbnb contributes USD 320 million to Indian economy
Airbnb contributed over INR 22 billion (USD 320 million) to India’s GDP and supported close to 50,000 local jobs in 2019 alone, according to a new study
Emirates brings back the A380 to six destinations
Being the world largest operator of A380 and having 114 of them on the fleet almost 50% of their 255 aircraft, the rest being B777, this had to happen sooner or later. Big jets are under…
Emirates SkyCargo’s over 10,000 flights in 3 months keeps the world connected
Between April and June, Emirates SkyCargo has facilitated the movement of essential commodities and other supplies across the world by operating more than 10,000 cargo flights to…
Agent alert! Emirates unveils bespoke portal for travel trade partners
Emirates has rolled out a brand new, state-of-the-art online gateway to serve its travel trade partners around the world
Ras Al Khaimah acknowledged for COVID-19 recovery strategy, reopens for US travellers
Ras Al Khaimah is first city in the world to receive both the Bureau Veritas Safeguard Assurance Label and the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Safe Travels Stamp
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…
Podcast: Papua New Guinea Undiscovered
It is hard not to be mystified by Papua New Guinea. It is a land that is untamed and wild in beauty, while diverse in unique culture.
Qatar Airways and UNHCR ink pact to deliver vital international aid supplies for displaced globally
Qatar Airways has announced a two-year partnership with UNHCR, the UN refugee agency to deliver on its purpose of providing humanitarian relief and assistance to the displaced globally.…
Alitalia to resume services to New York and Spain in June
Alitalia will resume its nonstop Rome-New York service, direct flights to Spain (Rome-Madrid and Rome-Barcelona), and nonstop flights between Milan and southern Italy from 2 June. The…
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…
South Australia Tourism Introduces #SATV!
From professional star-gazers, to gin distillers, world-class chefs and shark cage divers, you can virtually travel all the way through South Australia! And if you’re still feeling a little…
Emirates forecasts 18-month slump as profits dip
Dubai-based Emirates Group has posted a profit of AED 1.7 billion (USD 456 million) for the financial year ended 31 March 31, down 28% from last year. The fall was attributed to a…
Emirates launch new round of repatriation flights
Emirates have announced plans to run services to Frankfurt (25, 27, 29 April), Jakarta (26 April), Johannesburg (25 April), Lagos (26 April), London Heathrow (23, 24, 26, 28, 30 April),…
Emirates adds three flights to Manila this week to help Filipinos in UAE get home
To help more Filipinos in the UAE get home, Emirates will operate three more flights from Dubai to Manila today and on 22 and 24 April. Only citizens of the Philippines and those who…
Emirates SkyCargo scales up network for transport of essential commodities
Emirates SkyCargo is delivering food, medical supplies and other essential commodities to markets across the world during the Covid-19 pandemic.
The airline has scaled up its cargo…
British Airways flies vital medical supplies to Britain
A British Airways aircraft loaded with vital medical supplies from China came back to London Heathrow. The Boeing 777 was loaded with ventilators as well as personal protective equipment…
76th IATA AGM And World Air Transport Summit postponed
International Air Transport Association (IATA) has postponed the 76th Annual General Meeting (AGM) and World Air Transport Summit. The event had been scheduled to take place on 22-23…
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism unveils support measures for tourism sector
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has unveiled support measures that will be in place from mid-April aimed at helping the tourism industry in the wake of the Covid-19…
MakeMyTrip launches ‘Stays for Saviours’
To support healthcare community during the unprecedented public health crisis, MakeMyTrip (MMYT) has launched ‘Stays for Saviours’ to support temporary accommodation needs of the medical…
Singapore Changi Airport to suspend operations at Terminal 2
Changi Airport Group (CAG) has announced the consolidation of terminal operations at Singapore Changi Airport. From 1 May 2020 onwards, operations at Terminal 2 (T2) will be suspended…
India launches online portal to help stranded tourists
The Ministry of Tourism in India has launched a portal called ‘Stranded in India’ to help thousands of foreigners – including tourists from the Gulf – who arrived in India before the…
Emirates announces one way ‘outbound only’ service to Europe
Emirates has announced that, as of Monday 6 April, initial flights will commence from Dubai to London Heathrow, Frankfurt, Paris, Brussels and Zurich, with four flights a week to London…
Not Just Travel’s gruelling charity trek raises USD 85,000
Not Just Travel has proved that charity really does start at home by raising more than GBP 65,000 (USD 84,973.20) for good causes.
Teams from the travel franchise company battled…
Be the social change: UNDP and Mövenpick in Maldives initiate ‘each for equal’ programme
Mӧvenpick Resort Kuredhivaru Maldives celebrated International Women’s Day by organising a master class with Akiko Fujii, resident representative of United Nations Development Programme…
Managing revenue amidst APAC travel restrictions
Rachel Grier, area vice president of Asia Pacific in IDeaS Revenue Solutions talks about how hoteliers must continue to execute a revenue management strategy focused on not just the next few…
Turning one: Avani+ Samui Resort unveils exclusively designed Scomadi by Thai artist
As part of its one-year anniversary celebrations, Avani+ Samui Resort has teamed up with renowned British scooter brand Scomadi in collaboration with Thai watercolour artist and visual…
Al Rajhi Aviation reaffirms partnership with Sabre
Al Rajhi Aviation, Saudi Arabia’s travel provider, has renewed an exclusive partnership with leading technology provider, Sabre Corporation, to support its plans to expand regionally and…
Record number of cruise guests in Baltic Sea in 2019
The cruise industry in the Baltic Sea continues to grow according to the 2020 edition of the Cruise Baltic Market Review. It shows a record-breaking number of cruise guests visiting the…
BA works with Comic Relief in Ghana to support ‘Mentor Mothers’
Thousands of Ghanaian children will get a flying start to life as they and their families receive life-saving health services from mothers2mothers (m2m), an African not-for-profit…
Etihad Aviation gets approval to train Boeing pilots
Etihad Aviation Training, the specialist training division of Etihad Aviation Group, has become the first aviation company in the Middle East to gain approval from the European Aviation…
Child found dead in Air France plane’s landing gear
A lifeless body of a 10-year-old child was found on the landing gear of an Air France flight on 7 January at Paris airport. The aircraft had travelled to Paris Charles de Gaulle from Abidjan…
ANA to take final ‘Flying Honu’ A380 to boost Hawaii route
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan’s largest airline for seven consecutive years, will be launching the third of its specially designed ‘Flying Honu’ Airbus A380s, allowing for ANA to offer…
Leading the mobility revolution: TD speaks to Keith Rankin, president – international, at Avis Budget Group
Back in September last year, Avis Budget Group appointed Keith Rankin as its new President – International. This is the second time the dynamic executive has worked for Avis, who joined the…
Delta resumes Mumbai-New York flight after a decade
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines has resumed its non-stop flight services from Mumbai to New York, starting 24 December, almost a decade after it discontinued the route due to the stiff…
Marriott to debut Moxy brand in Mexico City
Marriott has signed a contract with Grupo Elise to debut the company’s millennial-focused Moxy Hotels brand in Mexico with a 120-room hotel. The property will open in stylish Chapultepec…
Cathay: “Our goal is always to move people forward in life”
Cathay Pacific Group has revealed that it will be optimising the entire passenger fleet of all its airlines, namely Cathay Pacific, Cathay Dragon and HK Express.
The move comes as part of…
NokScoot continues growing international footprint
NokScoot, the joint venture low-cost carrier of Thailand’s Nok Air and Singapore’s Scoot, set another milestone with its inaugural flight from Bangkok to Chitose on 27 October 2019,…
ATOL announces completion of renewals process following deadline extension
The UK Civil Aviation Authority confirms that of the 1,283 Air Travel Organiser’s Licence (ATOLs) that originally expired on 30 September 2019, 1,182 have been granted. This announcement…
ANA unveils Star Wars-themed aircraft
All Nippon Airways (ANA) will be flying its C-3POTM ANA JET on specific routes out of Haneda from 1 December through 14 December 2019. The fan-favourite will be in service for select…
BA becomes first international airline to serve new Beijing Daxing
British Airways (BA) became the first international carrier to operate into state-of-the-art Beijing Daxing airport which covers 18 square miles of land since it opened last month. The…
TUI adds more routes and frequencies for summer 2020
TUI is adding multiple new destinations and frequencies from 13 UK airports for next year in its biggest summer programme. The move follows the operator announcing two million extra…
Hot hotel openings: A guest list that runs from Charlie Chaplin to Jackie Kennedy
On our hot list of hotel openings this week, Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor reopens in Cambodia, Virgin Hotels announces a milestone in Florida and more.
ASTA launches member toolkit for ID deadline
The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) is reminding travel advisors that starting 1 October 2020, travellers who elect to use a state-issued driver's license at airport…
Travel sector needs to be more inclusive
More than 13 million people in the UK – a fifth of the population – are disabled, and a Purple Tuesday poll of people who consider themselves to be disabled has revealed that more than…
Radisson enters New Zealand with the Australasian biggest management deal of the year
Radisson Hotel Group has signed the biggest Australasian hotel management deal of 2019, as it prepares to enter New Zealand with four new-build properties comprising 777 keys and covering…
Ras Al Khaimah gears up to host region’s first WTTC Middle East & North Africa Leaders Forum
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) is putting its final preparations in place to host the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) Middle East & North Africa…
IHG and Mr & Mrs Smith unveil exclusive loyalty partnership
Hotel chain InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG) and Mr & Mrs Smith, the travel club and boutique hotel specialists, have announced their exclusive loyalty partnership. From early…
“Let`s talk about Lufthansa Group”: Stefan Molnar spills the beans on Lufthansa Group`s plans in Southeast Asia
With the recent launch of Lufthansa’s new direct Munich-Bangkok service, I tracked down Stefan Molnar, general manager of sales for Lufthansa Group Airlines in Thailand, Vietnam, Philippines…
IATA calls for revamped Polish aviation policy
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released a new study showing that a more competitive air transport sector in Poland could generate an additional EUR 3 billion (USD…
Competitiveness of Austrian aviation crucial for jobs and prosperity, says IATA
A more competitive air transport sector in Austria could generate an additional 14,000 jobs and nearly EUR 4 billion (USD 4.41 billion) in extra GDP for the nation’s economy by 2037.…
NokScoot to launch direct flights to Hokkaido
NokScoot, the joint venture low-cost carrier of Thailand’s Nok Air and Singapore’s Scoot, announced the launch of non-stop services to Sapporo’s new Chitose Airport. Four weekly flights…
LATAM unveils transformation of passengers’ travel experience
LATAM Airlines Group unveiled its new premium business service onboard the first Boeing 777 in its fleet to feature the group’s new cabin renovations. The service is part of a USD 500…
Four Seasons invests in “thoughtful technology” with trip planning app
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts has refreshed its app and introduced a new trip planning itinerary feature to enable guests to seamlessly plan their travel.
THAI commemorates coronation with royal barge livery on aircraft
Thai Airways, the national carrier of Thailand, has decked up with the Suphannahong Royal Barge aircraft livery to commemorate the coronation of the King this year.
"The royal…
Air India and Fiji Airways ink codeshare pact
Fiji Airways and Air India have entered into a pact, which will provide convenient connections between three cities of India - Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai and the South Pacific nation. The…
Air India to bring all 17 grounded aircraft back into operation by October
India’s national carrier Air India is planning to bring all of its 17 aircraft, which have been grounded for a prolonged period, back into operation by October-end. This was revealed by…
Air Canada to resume full India schedule
Air Canada announced it will resume its daily, non-stop Toronto-Delhi flights on 1 October (eastbound) and 3 October (westbound).
“We now resume our daily, non-stop Toronto-Delhi…
British Airways and The Red Arrows meet again
Spectators at the world’s largest military air show were delighted at a fly-past by a specially decorated British Airways jumbo jet and The Red Arrows.
Flight BA100 lead the display…
Maldives sees record 96.4% growth in Indian tourists
Maldives continues to ride the wave of growth with an increasing number of Indian tourists each year. The island nation witnessed a huge growth of 96.4% in tourist arrivals from India…
Travel tech this week: The best travel brand, tickets for space and more
This week in the travel tech sector, TUI is hailed by independent consumers as the best travel brand trumping rivals Thomas Cook and Booking.com. Meanwhile, this could be your chance to go…
The Red Arrows swap their hawk for a jumbo
The Red Arrows will join forces with a specially decorated British Airways 747 at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) on 20 July. The special Boeing 747 has been painted in the…
Get a room: ANA’s new luxury seating
All Nippon Airways (ANA), Japan's largest and 5-Star airline for seven consecutive years, has collaborated with famed architect Kengo Kuma and leading British designers Acumen to roll out a…
BA first international airline to shift Beijing operations to Daxing
British Airways has announced that, as of 27 October 2019, all direct connections between Heathrow and Beijing will touch tarmac at the Chinese capital’s new state-of-the-art Daxing airport.…
40% of holidaymakers priced out of their ‘dream holiday’
A survey of over 200 UK holidaymakers by Holiday Hypermarket has revealed that over 40% of those surveyed had yet to visit their dream holiday destination.
Of those still waiting to…
Thomas Cook India boosts detox travel
Thomas Cook (India) has championed the spirit of Yoga with the introduction of Travolution. Giving impetus to physical and mental well being, its Travolution wellness packages, invite…
First show: Korean Air to introduce Boeing 787-10 for first time
Korean Air has announced it will introduce 20 Boeing 787-10s, the largest member of the Dreamliner family, for the first time in Korea, and add 10 more 787-9s to its existing fleet.…
Lufthansa opens up Newcastle to “more business and holiday opportunities”
Lufthansa has added new depth to its UK product today with the announcement of a new connection from Newcastle International Airport (NCL) to Munich International Airport (MUC).
The new…
Cathay Pacific removes first class on short haul flights
Cathay Pacific has become the third airline to cut first class on some of its short haul routes.
Air Canada unveils Maple Leaf Lounge Express
Air Canada unveiled another convenient way for premium customers to work or relax prior to their flight with the Maple Leaf Lounge Express, located in the Toronto Pearson International…
Yas Island celebrates most successful Eid season
Yas Island welcomed a record number of 'staycationers' and tourists during Eid-Al-Fitr this year as they enjoyed their holiday at the Island’s diverse mix of award-winning leisure,…
Etihad introduces Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner to Rome
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is now flying its newest aircraft type, the Boeing 787-10 Dreamliner, on daily services to Rome. The introduction of the new service,…
Aeroflot and Vietnam Airlines begin code sharing
Aeroflot and Vietnam Airlines have begun code-sharing on both domestic and international routes in Vietnam and Russia to offer customers enhanced connectivity and seamless connections…
Top 5 European low cost airlines
Flying on a budget is more popular than ever, but many people often expect below-par service because of the massive savings that they are making. But how true is this? And which are the…
Aviation round up: BA takes the ‘sky road’, Spain gets facial tech and more
Aviation round returns this week with a special Gaelic tinged celebration from British Airways, Spain entry into the high tech world of facial technology and maybe, just maybe one or two new…
Hot hotel openings: A gem in the Parisian Opera District
As we cap off another week, we're featuring the latest properties — from a 'wild' hotel in Mykonos to an icon in London and a former bank in Paris.
In the pink: Coral Beach and HMH show their support for breast cancer charity
Middle East based hoteliers HMH (Hospitality Management Holdings) property, the Coral Beach Resort Sharjah, has revealed the successful launch of the ninth annual Pink Caravan Ride, the…
Singapore Airlines reassures passengers that they’re not spying on them
Singapore Airlines has reassured passengers that the tiny cameras attached to the in-flight entertainment system on some of its planes are deactivated.
Bengaluru’s first A350 to Singapore
The Silicon valley of India, Bengaluru is set to get its first ever A350 mediu