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Jetstar Soars to Second Place as Brisbane Airport Hits Pre-COVID Passenger Numbers

Joe Cusmano Jul 21, 2024 0

Jetstar has ascended to become the second largest international carrier at Brisbane Airport, which has now reached 95% of its total pre-COVID passenger numbers. The

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Qantas and Jetstar Launch Direct Services to Vanuatu

Joe Cusmano Jun 30, 2024 0

Qantas and Jetstar have announced a significant boost to their flight schedules. Up to nine return flights each week will be available between Australia and

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Jetstar’s New Flight Bundles: Tailored for Every Traveler

Joe Cusmano Jun 24, 2024 0

Jetstar, the popular low-cost airline, has recently launched a range of new flight bundles, offering customers an enhanced choice, value, and convenience. These bundles have

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Jetstar’s Melbourne-Hervey Bay Launch: Direct to Coastal Wonders

Joe Cusmano Jun 23, 2024 0

It marked a momentous occasion as Jetstar launched its first-ever flight from Melbourne to Hervey Bay, a route previously uncharted by any airline. This thrice-weekly service aboard

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Jetstar Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Record Reliability

Joe Cusmano May 2, 2024 0

As Jetstar proudly celebrates its 20th anniversary, the airline has again demonstrated its commitment to a new era of enhanced reliability. According to the latest The post Jetstar…

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Jetstar Asia Announces Two Exciting Direct Routes to Krabi and Clark

Joe Cusmano Mar 14, 2024 0

Flights from Singapore to Krabi commence on 7 June 2024 with six weekly return services and from Singapore to Clark restart on 16 June 2024 with four weekly return services, increasing to…

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Jetstar Unveils New Uniform to Mark 20th Anniversary

Joe Cusmano Mar 4, 2024 0

Jetstar has revealed its new uniform collection, designed by acclaimed Australian fashion designer Genevieve Smart, as it celebrates 20 years of flying and looks ahead The post Jetstar…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas Group Navigates Turbulence with $1.25B Profit, Jetstar Ascends Despite Challenges

Joe Cusmano Feb 26, 2024 0

Qantas Group Navigates Turbulence with $1.25B Profit, Jetstar Ascends Despite Challenges

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Jetstar Launches New Flights Linking Brisbane with Seoul and Osaka

Joe Cusmano Feb 4, 2024 0

Jetstar is launching additional flights between Brisbane and Seoul, South Korea, and Osaka, Japan, accordingly, significantly boosting the number of international low-fares seats in…

John Simeone appointed as the CEO of Jetstar Asia, while Barathan Pasupathi moves on

Kanchan Nath Jan 10, 2024

After nearly 12 years as Jetstar Asia’s Chief Executive Officer, Barathan Pasupathi will step down from the role to pursue other opportunities, effective 1 March 2024

Qantas and Jetstar Get Ready for Busy Summer Travel

Joe Cusmano Dec 14, 2023 0

Following last year’s holiday travel chaos caused by a lack of staffing and preparation, Qantas and Jetstar are mobilising reserve workers and keeping aircraft on

Jetstar Launches The Only Service Between Sydney and Margaret River

Joe Cusmano Nov 27, 2023

Jetstar has launched the first-ever direct route connecting Sydney to one of the west’s major tourist destinations – Busselton Margaret River – ahead of the next Easter holidays. The…

Jetstar To Fly Direct From Sydney to Osaka

Joe Cusmano Nov 23, 2023

Jetstar will commence direct flights between Sydney and Osaka (Kansai), offering more than 100,000 low-cost tickets between the two popular destinations every year. From 1 April…

Jetstar Reveals Major International Fleet Overhauls and Removal of Seat Screens

Joe Cusmano Nov 18, 2023

Jetstar will invest millions of dollars in upgrading its existing Boeing 787 Dreamliner aircraft, giving customers additional in-flight comfort and choice and new low-cost travel…

Jetstar To Launch Direct Flights From Melbourne To Fiji

Joe Cusmano Jul 10, 2023

Jetstar has announced that it will start direct flights between Melbourne and Fiji (Nadi) on 16 December 2023*, in time for the busy Christmas holiday season. The new service, flown…

Jetstar Asia CEO Barathan Pasupathi to keynote at TD-IWTA Awards 2023

Kristin Mariano Jun 21, 2023

Barathan Pasupathi, CEO of Jetstar Asia, has been announced as the keynote speaker for the upcoming Travel Daily Media (TD) - Inspiring Women in Travel Asia (IWTA) Awards 2023. The…

Qantas’ Jetstar Repeatedly Mistreats Disabled Passenger

Dr. Anton Anderssen - special to eTN Mar 25, 2023 0

by: Dr. Anton Anderssen - special to eTN | I am a disabled person, and I have terminal muscular dystrophy, therefore, I use a power wheelchair, when I travel. Full article: Qantas’…

Airlines and Aviation

Jetstar to relocate to Terminal 3 Manila International Airport from 16 April

Kanchan Nath Mar 10, 2023

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.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas and Jetstar celebrate the reopening of Japan

Kanchan Nath Oct 7, 2022

Frequent flyers will be able to take advantage of thousands more reward seats as Qantas and Jetstar celebrate the reopening of Japan for international travellers following years of COVID…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas Fares Rise As Jetstar Deals With High Cancellation Rates

Joe Cusmano Oct 4, 2022

In an email to its network of travel agencies, Qantas announced a 4% rise in their economy fares. This revision affects Qantas’s basic pricing for all of its domestic services.…

Airlines and Aviation

Jetstar Asia adds more weekend services to Bangkok and Manila, retimes Ho Chi Minh City

Kristin Mariano Aug 8, 2022

In August, Jetstar Asia will increase the number of services it operates to Bangkok and Manila, providing customers even more options when visiting two of Southeast Asia’s most popular…

Airlines and Aviation

Jetstar Starts Services to Phuket, Holydays in Thailand Are Back

Joe Cusmano Jan 15, 2022

Thailand holidays are back, with Jetstar’s first flight to Phuket since borders reopened, departing from Sydney on Wednesday and Melbourne yesterday.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas and Jetstar staff to return to work to handle the demand

Joe Cusmano Oct 27, 2021

Qantas has recently announced an accelerated return to service, bringing back more international flights from Sydney and announcing the debut of non-stop flights to India.

Airlines and Aviation

Jetstar launches promo fare to Fiji from $199

Joe Cusmano Oct 13, 2021

Fiji's government declared two days ago that it will reopen to Australians in December, and it appears that travelling there has gotten a lot easier thanks to Jetstar.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas, Jetstar launch promo as states set to reopen

Joe Cusmano Sep 21, 2021

Jetstar and Qantas have launched a promo to entice travellers back to the skies as New South Wales and Victoria get ready to reopen.

Jetstar brings back transit with Air France, KLM and British Airways at Changi Airport

Megha Paul Aug 23, 2021

Jetstar Asia has welcomed back Air France, KLM and British Airways to its international carrier partnerships

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas and Jetstar to stand down 2500 frontline staff

Joe Cusmano Aug 5, 2021

Due to the COVID outbreak in Sydney and restrictions lockdown and border closures in all other states and territories will see around 2500 Qantas and Jetstar front line staff stood down.

Airlines and Aviation

As capacity war continues, Jetstar starts Brisbane–Perth service

Joe Cusmano Jun 24, 2021

Jetstar will compete with rival Virgin and Qantas and launch five return services between Brisbane and Perth in time for the summer season.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas to keep HQ in Sydney, Jetstar head office in Melborne

Joe Cusmano May 7, 2021

Qantas has committed to keeping its headquarters in Sydney and the Jetstar office in Melbourne following a property footprint review.

Airlines and Aviation

Jetstar launches sale where travellers can snap up free return

Joe Cusmano May 5, 2021

Jetstar has launched a flash sale offering jetsetters flights across Australia for as little as AUD55 and the chance to snap up return flights for free.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin half-price flights

Joe Cusmano Apr 4, 2021

Australia’s big three airlines have released some really cheap fares as part of the federal government 1.2 Billion push to kick start the battered tourism industry.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin add additional flights

Joe Cusmano Nov 26, 2020

With the re-opening of the NSW borders for Victoria, Australian carriers have announced several additional flights between the two states. Qantas and Jetstar will operate a combined 17…

Jetstar Asia boosts services to key Southeast Asia ports

Megha Paul Aug 10, 2020

From today, Jetstar Asia will increase the number of services it operates to key Southeast Asian ports with the aim to create essential travel links and assist with freight in the region

Jetstar adds fifth Service to Okinawa

Megha Paul Jul 29, 2019

Jetstar Asia, the only airline to provide direct scheduled flights between Singapore and Okinawa, will boost its services between the two cities from four to five return flights a week,…

Airlines and Aviation

Emirates announces new codeshare agreement with Jetstar Pacific

Kristin Mariano Sep 6, 2018

Emirates and Jetstar Pacific have announced a new codeshare agreement expanding the existing partnership between the two carriers.

Airlines and Aviation

Asian air route updates from Thai Smile, Lao Airlines, Jetstar and more

Mark Elliott Jul 31, 2017

Thai Smile flies to Lucknow Where? Bangkok (Thailand) to Lucknow (India) When? Four times a week, effective immediately Who? Thai Smile Why? Thai Airways' regional subsidiary taps…

Airlines and Aviation

Jetstar adds third Thai destination

Mark Elliott Jul 27, 2017

Singapore-based Jetstar will soon launch flights to Hat Yai, its third destination in Thailand. Tickets are now on sale for the direct service between Singapore and the southern Thai…

Airlines and Aviation

Vietnam’s Jetstar Pacific starts fleet revamp

Mark Elliott Jun 28, 2017

Jetstar Pacific, the Vietnamese low-cost carrier, has started renewing its fleet. The airline recently took delivery of the first of 10 brand new Airbus A320 aircraft, as part of its…

Airlines and Aviation

Jetstar’s Dreamliner takes off to Vietnam

Mark Elliott Jun 8, 2017

Australia's Jetstar Airways has launched its first flights to Vietnam, using its new Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet. The inaugural service departed this week and Jetstar will now operate…

Airlines and Aviation

Jetstar to help drive tourism industry in Indonesia

Mark Elliott May 5, 2017

Jetstar has signed a major new deal aimed at enhancing Indonesia's tourism industry. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the low-cost airline group and Indonesia's Ministry of…

Airlines and Aviation

Asian air route updates: AirAsia, Tigerair, Jetstar Pacific and more

Mark Elliott Feb 22, 2017

Chinese travellers get more flights to Malaysia Where? Guangzhou (China) to Johor Bahru (Malaysia) When? Twice a week, effective immediately Who? Sichuan Airlines Why? Chinese carrier…

Airlines and Aviation

Asian air route updates: Uzbekistan Airways, Jetstar, Tibet Airlines and more

Mark Elliott Feb 9, 2017

New link between biggest cities in Uzbekistan and Pakistan Where? Tashkent (Uzbekistan) to Lahore (Pakistan) When? Twice a week, effective immediately Who? Uzbekistan Airways Why?…

Airlines and Aviation

Australia’s Jetstar plans first flights to Vietnam

Mark Elliott Jan 19, 2017

Vietnam's tourism industry will get a lift this year when Australian low-cost carrier Jetstar launches its first two routes to the country. In May 2017, Jetstar will start operating…

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Farewell to the Boeing 717: A New Chapter for QantasLink

Joe Cusmano Oct 28, 2024 0

Last Saturday marked the end of an era for the Qantas Group as the last remaining QantasLink Boeing 717 jet took to the Australian skies

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Qantas Expands International Network with New Routes and Aircraft

Joe Cusmano Oct 20, 2024 0

Qantas is set to significantly enhance its international network with the addition of 220,000 seats, new aircraft, and a new route. These changes will cater

Qantas continues to grow its global network

Marga Manlapig Oct 17, 2024

Qantas is boosting its international network with new aircraft and a new destination, as well as schedule changes.

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Qantas to Shake Up Japan Travel with New Haneda Flights

Joe Cusmano Oct 7, 2024 0

In a significant move set to transform travel between Australia and Japan, Qantas has announced plans to shift its Melbourne and Brisbane flights from Tokyo

Qantas flies inaugural flight to Vanuatu

Marga Manlapig Sep 11, 2024

Qantas officially launched its route to Vanuatu through its inaugural flight from Brisbane to the capital city of Port Vila on 10th September.

Annual and Interim Reports

Qantas Group posts strong results in 2024 report

Marga Manlapig Aug 29, 2024

Qantas Group, which covers Australian carriers Qantas and Jetstar, released its 2024 annual report, achieving an underlying profit before tax of $2.08 billion and a statutory profit after…

Alton Aviation Consultancy releases report detailing Singaporean aviation sector recovery

Marga Manlapig Aug 6, 2024

The latest report from Alton Aviation Consultancy shows how Singapore’s aviation sector experienced robust post-pandemic recovery.

Australian travel pros ease matters for those hit by IT outage

Marga Manlapig Jul 22, 2024

Australian travel professionals have worked round the clock since Friday, 19 July, to mitigate the impact of the global IT outage.

Airlines and Aviation

Global IT Outages: Travel grapples with tech ‘disaster’ as flights grounded

Kanchan Nath Jul 19, 2024

Experts have pointed out that a recent update to a CrowdStrike cybersecurity programme could have caused the issue

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Qantas Airways: Introducing Flexible Lounge Access and Future Lounge Investments

Joe Cusmano Jul 14, 2024 0

Experience luxury at a new level of affordability with Qantas Airways. The airline is revolutionising lounge access with the launch of Qantas Club Flexible, offering flyers a more…

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Qantas Frequent Flyers Take to the Skies with Classic Plus

Joe Cusmano Jul 8, 2024 0

Last week marked a significant milestone for Qantas Frequent Flyers as thousands of members departed Australia using the airline’s new Classic Plus reward seats for

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Qantas Soars to New Heights: Launching Flights to Vanuatu

Joe Cusmano Jun 23, 2024 0

Qantas, has received the green light from the International Air Services Commission (IASC) to launch its own flights to Vanuatu. This exciting development comes as

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Bonza Crisis: Administrators Struggle to Save the Day

Joe Cusmano Jun 16, 2024 0

Last Tuesday, 11 June, Bonza Administrator Hall & Chaswick faced the grim task of laying off the whole workforce. Despite painstaking efforts and court-ordered delays, the option of…

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North American Airlines Abolish Cancellation Fees: A Trend for Australian Carriers to Consider?

Joe Cusmano Jun 3, 2024 0

Airlines in North America have taken a bold step by axing cancellation fees for their flyers, a move that has caught the attention of Australian

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Qantas and Perth Airport Seal Deal to Propel Australian Travel into New Heights

Joe Cusmano Jun 3, 2024 0

In a landmark move set to revolutionise air travel and tourism in Australia, Qantas and Perth Airport have inked a historic 12-year commercial agreement. This

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Virgin Australia Takes Flight: Expanding Horizons Amidst Air Vanuatu’s Turbulence

Joe Cusmano Jun 2, 2024 0

As the aviation industry navigates through the ever-changing skies, Virgin Australia is set to expand its wings, filling the void left by Air Vanuatu’s recent

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Australian Aviation Ascends: A Return to the Skies Post-Pandemic

Joe Cusmano May 26, 2024 0

In a remarkable rebound from the turbulence of the COVID-19 pandemic, Australia’s aviation sector has soared back to pre-pandemic passenger and capacity levels, according to

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Rex Launches Melbourne-Perth Route, Promising Affordable and Reliable Travel

Joe Cusmano May 26, 2024 0

Rex Airlines is introducing a unique Melbourne-Perth route in a strategic move to broaden its domestic reach. This route, designed to cater to the budget-conscious

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Qantas and Virgin Step Up to Assist Stranded Bonza Passengers

Joe Cusmano May 5, 2024 0

In the wake of Bonza’s sudden halt in operations, Qantas and Virgin Australia have stepped up to ensure safe travel for stranded passengers. Both airlines offer free flights to Bonza…

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Qantas Frequent Flyer Program Unveils Classic Plus Flight Rewards

Joe Cusmano Apr 17, 2024 0

In a landmark expansion, Qantas Frequent Flyers are set to enjoy over 20 million additional reward seats with the introduction of Classic Plus Flight Rewards. The post Qantas Frequent Flyer…

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Virgin Australia posts $236 million profit but faces challenges ahead

Joe Cusmano Mar 7, 2024 0

Outgoing Virgin Australia CEO Jayne Hrdlicka warned of impending turmoil as the company reported $2.8 billion in sales for the six months ending 31 December, The post Virgin Australia posts…

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Airlines’ Silver Lining Amidst Turbulence: Lower Airfares, Yet Service Woes Persist

Joe Cusmano Feb 25, 2024 0

Airlines in Australia are experiencing a drop in airfares due to lower jet fuel prices, with the ACCC reporting a 13.4% year-on-year decrease in average revenue per passenger in December.…

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Finnair Encourages Customers to Step on the Scales in the Interest of Safety

Joe Cusmano Feb 13, 2024 0

Finnair is going to the extreme by requiring customers to weigh themselves in addition to their carry-on bags, which most travellers hate to do. Guests on The post Finnair Encourages…

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Finnair Encourages Customers to Step on the Scales in the Interest of Safety

Joe Cusmano Feb 13, 2024 0

Finnair is going to the extreme by requiring customers to weigh themselves in addition to their carry-on bags, which most travellers hate to do. Guests on The post Finnair Encourages…

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Qantas Rejects the Price Gouging Allegation

Joe Cusmano Feb 11, 2024 0

In response to an investigation by former ACCC head Allan Fels, Qantas has once again rejected allegations of price gouging. The ACTU-commissioned study slammed Qantas The post Qantas…

David Kondo appointed Head of Austrian Brand Experience

Kanchan Nath Sep 20, 2023

David Kondo will take over as Senior Director Austrian Brand Experience from 15 October 2023, and will thus be responsible for Austrian Airlines' entire marketing and product management in…

REX Launches Services From Sydney To Adelaide

Joe Cusmano Jul 4, 2023

Flights between Sydney and Adelaide, the fourth capital city in the airline network, have begun as part of Rex’s debut of its capital city services. The maiden flight, operated by REX…

TD-IWTA Awards 2023 gathers inspiring women in travel at a night of celebration, recognition, and empowerment

Kristin Mariano Jun 26, 2023

The inaugural Travel Daily Media – Inspiring Women in Travel (Asia) Awards 2023 has made the travel industry buzzing with excitement and inspiration. The prestigious event brought…

Airlines and Aviation

Air New Zealand is the “Airline of the Year for 2023”

Kanchan Nath Jun 2, 2023

AirlineRatings.com, the world’s only safety and product rating website has announced Air New Zealand as its Airline of the Year for 2023.

Travel Daily (TD) Media announces partnership with Tourism Authority of Thailand for Inspiring Women In Travel Asia (IWTA) Awards 2023

Kristin Mariano May 17, 2023

TD (Travel Daily) Media is pleased to announce that Tourism Authority of Thailand - Amazing Thailand is an official sponsor of the upcoming TD Inspiring Women in Travel Asia (IWTA)…

Airlines and Aviation

Vietjet Launches Ho Chi Minh City to Sydney Flight

Joe Cusmano Apr 14, 2023

The Vietnamese low-cost airline Vietjet inaugurated its routes to Australia on April 13 with a flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City to Kingsford Smith…

Top five tips for business travellers to navigate busier airports this Easter

Kanchan Nath Apr 4, 2023

The Easter weekend is among the busiest for the travel industries. Last April saw almost 2.5 million total passengers through Sydney Airport, 2.2 million through Melbourne and 1.5 million …

Consumer Commission Puts On Notice Aussie Airlines To Lower Fares

Joe Cusmano Dec 12, 2022

Qantas anticipates a summer of tremendous demand that will test its service and dependability, while Australia’s consumer watchdog has warned airlines about rising domestic airfares.…

Special Reports

58% of Aussies will amend travel plans to navigate higher prices and disruptions

Kanchan Nath Dec 9, 2022

This year, Australians have travelled in droves, with domestic travel in particular increasing to 89 per cent of pre-COVID levels. The promising bounceback, however, has been met worker…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas Removes The A380 From Melbourne-Los Angeles

Joe Cusmano Oct 28, 2022

According to the most recent wave of schedule changes washing across Qantas’ calendar, anyone intending to travel first class on the superjumbo next year between Melbourne and Los…

Qantas Outlines Its Christmas Strategy Plan

Joe Cusmano Oct 21, 2022

Qantas has unveiled a comprehensive strategy to address the service disruptions that have plagued the company in recent times, including the reduction of its aircraft capacity by…

Japan Is Now Fully Open To Australian Tourists

Joe Cusmano Oct 18, 2022

Last Tuesday, Japan eased its previously rigid COVID restrictions, allowing international travellers to enter the country without a visa for the first time since the pandemic’s…

Travel Demand Helps Mitigate The Weakening Aussie Dollar

Joe Cusmano Oct 18, 2022

According to Qantas CFO Vanessa Hudson, rising demand for international travel is helping to mitigate the effects of the declining Australian dollar on the company’s operations.…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas Project Sunrise To Begin With New York

Joe Cusmano Oct 17, 2022

Qantas CEO Alan Joyce has revealed that New York is more likely than London to be the initial destination for nonstop flights departing from Australia’s east coast as part of Project…

Australian Airlines Should Guarantee Delayed Flight Compensation

Joe Cusmano Oct 3, 2022

There has been a rise in the number of people demanding that airlines ensure compensation for passengers whose flights are either cancelled or delayed. There has been widespread…

Australia’s Best And Worst Airline For Operational Performance

Joe Cusmano Sep 28, 2022

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…

Appointment announcement

Industry Appointments – September 2022

Chris Head Sep 27, 2022

Here are the new Travel & Hospitality industry appointments for September 2022, a big congratulations from everyone at TD, we wish you every success in your new role. If you have moved…

Airlines and Aviation

Australia Approves Korean Air-Asiana Merger

Joe Cusmano Sep 6, 2022

After consulting with relevant stakeholders, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has decided to approve Korean Air’s acquisition of Asiana Airlines. Even though…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas To Build New Flight Training Centre In Sydney

Joe Cusmano Aug 19, 2022

To teach up to 4,500 new and current Qantas and Jetstar pilots and cabin crew per year beginning in early 2024, the Australian airline has announced that it will establish a…

Australia invites Singaporean travellers to “Discover A Great Deal More”

Kristin Mariano May 5, 2022

Tourism Australia has launched the ‘Discover A Great Deal More’ virtual travel fair, the third edition of its highly anticipated travel sale that gives travellers in Singapore an opportunity…

Qantas to unveil direct flights on Bengaluru-Sydney route for the first time

Megha Paul Apr 11, 2022

Australia’s national airline Qantas will fly non-stop from Bengaluru to Sydney, and is finalising a code-share partnership with IndiGo to make travel between India and Australia easier

Bali Lifts Quarantine For Fully Vaccinated Australians

Joe Cusmano Mar 9, 2022

Many Australians will be happy to know that they can now travel to Bali this week after the Aussie favourite abolished quarantine for vaccinated tourists and reinstated visas on arrival.

Australia Reopened To International Tourist: The Wait Is Over

Joe Cusmano Feb 23, 2022

Australia’s international borders have reopened to fully vaccinated visitors 704 days after they were closed to battle the spread of Coronavirus in 2020.

Domestic Economy Airfares Have Dropped 25% In The Last 12 Months

Joe Cusmano Feb 18, 2022

The average domestic economy price has plummeted by nearly 25% since February 2021, according to a report by Australia Aviation, while business class airfares have dropped by 20%.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas Announces Changes To Its Frequent Flyer Program

Joe Cusmano Feb 9, 2022

Qantas Frequent Flyer has overhauled its frequent flyer program offering its members more bang for their buck in a new points scheme.

Australians Can Return To Bali But There Is A Catch

Joe Cusmano Feb 7, 2022

Australians can fly into Bali again as of last Friday, as the popular Indonesian tourist island announced a relaxation of its strict border restrictions.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas Suspend Flights Between Honolulu And Sydney

Joe Cusmano Jan 28, 2022

Qantas will suspend all flights to Honolulu for the next two months while it adjusts its schedule and decreases capacity — the number of seats in the air – “to better match travel demand in…

Meliá Phuket Mai Khao Celebrates It’s Opening

Joe Cusmano Jan 24, 2022

The Meliá Phuket Mai Khao, a wellness-inspired resort on Thailand’s largest island, has opened with a laid-back beach club and private pool villas on Phuket’s longest sandbar.

Reopening updates

Australia Changes Testing Rules To Boost International Travel

Joe Cusmano Jan 24, 2022

By removing the requirement for arrivals to show the results of a negative PCR test, Australia is making it easier for overseas travellers to enter the country; instead of from 1 am on…

Volcanic Ash Cloud Forces Airlines To Cancels Fiji Flights

Joe Cusmano Jan 19, 2022

The eruption of Tonga’s underwater volcano over the weekend is causing airlines to cancel flights between Australia and Fiji.

Covid Isolation Causes The Cancellation Of 78 Flights In Sydney

Joe Cusmano Jan 13, 2022

Omicron is still wreaking havoc on the airline industry, as demonstrated by the fact that Sydney Airport was forced to cancel nearly 80 flights on Tuesday due to the isolation of aviation…

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia Cuts Capacity And Stops International Flights

Joe Cusmano Jan 12, 2022

Given the current Omicron outbreak, Virgin Australia has announced that it will reduce its flight capacity by 25% in January and February and suspend its newly reinstated only international…

Test Wait Times And Isolation Cancel 80 Sydney Flights

Joe Cusmano Jan 7, 2022

Australians face the possibility of missing out on their summer vacations because of long delays in COVID testing.

Australian Airlines Launch “No More Carry On” Campaign

Joe Cusmano Dec 23, 2021

No More Carry On, a combined effort, urges or patience and preparedness as travellers, airline crews, and airport staff navigate a return to widespread flying and COVID-19-related travel…

Airlines and Aviation

Bonza announces 737 fleet expansion to match Rex

Joe Cusmano Dec 10, 2021

The budget carrier’s CEO announced an expansion of Bonza’s 737 MAX 8 fleet of two planes to eight in the first year.

Airlines and Aviation

Bonza surveys thousands to pick top destinations

Joe Cusmano Nov 24, 2021

Bonza, Australia’s new start-up airline, set to fly in early 2022, has received thousands of entries from Australians outlining their top travel destinations.

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin Australia to add seven aircraft to meet growing demand

Joe Cusmano Nov 23, 2021

Virgin Australia said on Thursday that it would add seven additional Boeing Co 737 NG aircraft to its fleet, practically returning it to pre-pandemic levels, to achieve a one-third share of…

Airlines and Aviation

Rex finally announces the addition of Brisbane to its network

Joe Cusmano Nov 18, 2021

Rex Airlines is expanding beyond regional flights, adding Brisbane to its domestic network as the independent airline pursues Australia’s so-called “Golden Triangle.”

Airlines and Aviation

Rex’s deputy chairman claims, Bonza is doomed to fail

Joe Cusmano Nov 15, 2021

The prospective start-up airline Bonza has lately been one of Australia’s foremost aviation stories.

Which airlines are operating international flights from Sydney?

Joe Cusmano Nov 2, 2021

More flights will depart Australia beginning this month, as Qantas and Jetstar have moved forwards the restart of some international routes.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas will resume the A380 services from April 2022

Joe Cusmano Oct 29, 2021

Three months earlier than previously planned; Qantas will resume the A380 service with two superjumbo jets beginning service to Los Angeles in April 2022.

Qantas launches super sale for domestic flights

Joe Cusmano Oct 21, 2021

Qantas has launched a promotional sale for some flights in response to states and territories reopening domestic borders ahead of Christmas.

How Qantas financial stability was boosted by the pandemic

Joe Cusmano Oct 13, 2021

Qantas' relentless, even ruthless approach has enabled it not just to survive the airline industry's greatest crises but become unstoppable in its own market.

New ultra-low-cost airline Bonza to launch in Australia next year

Joe Cusmano Oct 13, 2021

"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.

Airlines and Aviation

QantasLink pilots first to accept two-year salary freeze

Joe Cusmano Oct 7, 2021

As the grounded airline navigates the COVID-19 crisis, approximately 450 regional pilots have become the first large, unionised cohort at Qantas to accept a two-year wage freeze.

Federal government aid for international aviation to continue

Joe Cusmano Sep 23, 2021

Another $184 million will be given to international aviation by the federal government until March 2022 to help the industry weather the current economic downturn.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas reaffirms airline will ban unvaccinated travellers

Joe Cusmano Sep 15, 2021

Qantas CEO Alan Joyce has reiterated that unvaccinated passengers will be barred from international flights when borders reopen, which he hopes will be in December.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas CEO: A380 ‘perfect’ to meet pent-up demand for flying

Joe Cusmano Sep 7, 2021

As the Delta variant forces governments around the world to reintroduce coronavirus travel restrictions, global aviation is still struggling to recover from the pandemic.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas considering launching point flights to Singapore, UK & US

Joe Cusmano Sep 6, 2021

Australians may soon be able to use their frequent flyer points to book a flight to Singapore, London or Los Angeles on Qantas.

Several airlines are keen to fly to Hua Hin, Thailand

Kristin Mariano Sep 2, 2021

Several airlines are passionate to start operations to Hua Hin, Thailand later this year, opening further the accessibility of this idyllic Thailand Riviera.

Vaccination Updates

Virgin Australia launches vaccine incentive competition

Joe Cusmano Sep 2, 2021

Virgin Australia's COVID-19 vaccination incentive programme is ready to go, with "stacks of prizes up for grab."

Vaccination Updates

Virgin wants mandatory vaccination of frontline employees

Joe Cusmano Aug 31, 2021

Virgin Australia, like Qantas, wants all frontline workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by mid-November.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas reveals international travel start date

Joe Cusmano Aug 27, 2021

According to Qantas, flights to Singapore, the United States, Japan, and the United Kingdom are expected to resume in mid-December, while flights to Bali and Thailand will resume in April of…

Vaccination Updates

Qantas mandates Covid-19 vaccination for all staff

Joe Cusmano Aug 20, 2021

Qantas will require all of its employees to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, as the debate about mandatory vaccination in Australian workplaces intensifies.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas Health Pass: Will we need one when the bubble resumes?

Joe Cusmano Aug 16, 2021

Qantas has confirmed it will introduce a digital health pass that would show passengers are Covid-free and fit to fly when regular international travel returns.

Airlines and Aviation

Australian Airlines receive another lifeline

Joe Cusmano Aug 5, 2021

To avoid another round of job losses, Australian airlines will be able to claim $750 per week for half of their pilots and flight attendants.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas to launch ‘Digital Health Pass’ for international flights

Joe Cusmano Jul 31, 2021

Qantas will soon launch TravelPass, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) 'digital health' smartphone app for international flights, with the ability to store and present proof…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas staff brace for possible job losses

Joe Cusmano Jul 23, 2021

Qantas employees have been warned that ongoing COVID-19 border closures across Australia may force the airline to lay off workers.

World Best Airlines 2021 announced

Joe Cusmano Jul 21, 2021

AirlineRatings.com, the world’s only safety, product and COVID rating website has announced Qatar Airways as its Airline of the Year for 2021.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas expected to come out of the pandemic stronger than ever

Joe Cusmano Jul 2, 2021

While COVID has proven to be fatal for many of its competitors, Qantas is poised to soar even further.

Airlines and Aviation

Rex revises forecast to full-year loss

Joe Cusmano Jun 14, 2021

Rex said on Wednesday (9 June) that it is now forecasting a full-year loss of A$15 million due to ongoing lockdowns in various parts of Australia due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

TDM Guest Contributor

Western Sydney airport unveils final terminal design

Joe Cusmano Jun 11, 2021

Sustainability and energy efficiency are at the core of the airport as CEO Simon Hickey reveals details of the $5.3 billion project.

Airlines and Aviation

NSW’s AUD50m bid to make project sunrise a Sydney-only venture

Joe Cusmano Jun 10, 2021

The NSW government secretly offered $50 million to Qantas in exchange for the business making Project Sunrise a Sydney exclusive for five years and retaining its base in the state.

Vaccination Updates

One year of free Qantas flights and more as vaccination incentive

Joe Cusmano Jun 3, 2021

Qantas has announced that it will offer 10 'mega prizes' of a year of free flights for Australians who are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by the end of 2021.

TDM Guest Contributor

Qantas ponders free flights and points as vaccination incentive

Joe Cusmano May 31, 2021

Qantas is considering giving free flight vouchers or frequent flyer points to people who have had Covid-19 shots, joining a growing list of businesses offering vaccination incentives to…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas adds seven new routes and puts Dreamliner on domestic

Joe Cusmano May 27, 2021

Qantas has announced a further expansion of its ever-growing domestic network. The Australian airline confirmed start dates for seven new domestic routes.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas and Singapore Airlines diverging fortunes show disparities

Joe Cusmano May 24, 2021

Qantas and Singapore Airlines are travelling in opposite directions when it comes to the coronavirus crisis, with the former emerging strongly thanks to its buoyant home market and the…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas reveals wage freeze and more job losses

Joe Cusmano May 21, 2021

Qantas has announced it will introduce a two-year wage freeze on all new enterprise agreements across the Qantas Group, as it seeks to reduce its annual costs by AUD1 billion by FY23.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas announces USD1.5 billion loss

Joe Cusmano May 21, 2021

In a trading update on Thursday morning, Qantas revealed that it was preparing to see an annual loss of more than AUD2 billion (USD1.5 billion) in the 2021 financial year, following its…

Airlines and Aviation

Japanese airlines eye low-cost to drive post-pandemic growth

Joe Cusmano May 13, 2021

Japan's two major airlines are positioning themselves to take advantage of any upturn with a punt on low-cost services.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas delays resumption of international flights

Joe Cusmano May 13, 2021

Qantas has pushed back the restart date for most of its international network after the federal budget revealed Australia's border will likely remain shut until the middle of next year.

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas CEO warns Australia could become a ‘hermit state’

Joe Cusmano May 12, 2021

Qantas boss Alan Joyce has conceded the airline may not be able to restart international flights again by October as he had hoped but warned Australia risks becoming a “hermit state” if its…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas to launch new routes and increase flights in Adelaide

Joe Cusmano May 10, 2021

Adelaide will be the home base of five Embraer E190 aircraft as Qantas continues to boost domestic flights in response to growing leisure and corporate travel demand.

Airlines and Aviation

Rex seeks to stimulate demand with Melbourne-Sydney fare sale

Joe Cusmano May 4, 2021

Regional Express (Rex) has gatecrashed the country’s busiest domestic airline route between Sydney and Melbourne.

Reopening updates

Trans-Tasman travel bubble ends dry spell of tourism

Joe Cusmano May 4, 2021

The much-hyped Australia-New Zealand travel bubble could pull the lever on a multi-billion-dollar jackpot for both countries.

Airlines and Aviation

AU government funded half-price tickets 600,000 sold in 3 weeks

Joe Cusmano Apr 29, 2021

Last month, the Australian Government announced a $1.2 billion tourism support package which included 800,000 half-price airfares, helping a record number of Australians enjoy a holiday at…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas plans to resume international flights in October on track

Joe Cusmano Apr 19, 2021

The October 31 resumption date remains over five months away. But as airlines everywhere have learned, a lot can change in five months.

Airlines and Aviation

Virgin and Alliance partnership gets the OK from the ACCC

Joe Cusmano Apr 15, 2021

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…

The domestic air travel market in Australia is recovering quickly

Joe Cusmano Mar 26, 2021

Exactly twelve months ago, the number of domestic flights operated in Australia was going into a steep decline. Now, the market is rapidly increasing.

Reopening updates

Details of the Australian government’s AUD1.2 billion ‘Ticket to Recovery’

Joe Cusmano Mar 12, 2021

Australian travellers will have access to hundreds of thousands of half-price airfares to more than a dozen tourism-reliant regions, subsidised by the government as part of the package…

Reopening updates

Aussie government gives new support package that doubles previous commitment to travel industry

Megha Paul Mar 11, 2021

Tourism minister Dan Tehan has just confirmed that another AUD 128 million (USD 128 million) will be available to assist travel industry businesses dealing with the ongoing closure of…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas delays international return until the end of October

Joe Cusmano Mar 1, 2021

After announcing a loss of AUD1.1 billion in the first half of the 2021 fiscal year, the Qantas group delayed expectations on when it will resume international services.

Qantas reveals shocking AUD 1 billion six-month loss

Megha Paul Feb 25, 2021

The national carrier of Australia, Qantas, has revealed that it has now posted an underlying loss of AUD 1.1 billion (USD 858 million) in the six months to 31 December 2020

Travel bubbles that could potentially happen soon

Joe Cusmano Oct 21, 2020

According to Sydney Airport CEO, more travel bubbles could happen as soon as early 2021, to Singapore, South Korea and Japan.

Virgin Australia CEO Paul Scurrah to step down in November

Chris Head Oct 15, 2020

Paul Scurrah will stand down when Virgin is formally handed in early November and former Jetstar boss Jayne Hrdlicka will take over as CEO.

Reopening now: Queensland throws open borders to parts of New South Wales

Megha Paul Sep 22, 2020

The 41 postcodes that make up Byron, Ballina, Lismore, Richmond Valley and Glenn Innes shires will be welcome in Queensland on 1 October

Changing course: Qantas mulls shifting headquarters from Sydney in new cost reduction drive

Megha Paul Sep 15, 2020

Qantas Airways is considering shifting its headquarters from Sydney in an effort to cut costs as the pandemic forces it to scale down operations

Travel-19 to answer tourists pandemic travel questions

Alastair Newport Jun 25, 2020

Amadeus has announced the launch of a new online bot, Travel-19, to address the most frequent COVID-19 related travel questions from travellers across the world today. The online bot…

Coronavirus: Qantas announces leadership pay cuts and network capacity reduction

Alastair Newport Mar 10, 2020

Qantas Group has announced that CEO, Alan Joyce, will take "no salary" for the remainder of 2020, along with a range of sizeable cuts to its international services (reducing capacity by…

Boeing names new chief information officer

Megha Paul Mar 4, 2020

Boeing has announced it has appointed Susan Doniz as the company’s chief information officer and senior vice president of information technology and data analytics, effective from May.…

Qantas pilot training school takes off in Toowoomba, Australia

Megha Paul Jan 30, 2020

Qantas has opened its new Pilot Academy at Toowoomba, in Queensland. The academy will have the capacity to train up to 250 pilots each year to build a long-term talent pipeline for…

“Positioned to grow”: Qantas new SVP of Asia talks market share, cabin upgrades and the Qantas Channel

Alastair Newport Sep 2, 2019

Back at the end of June, Qantas unveiled John Simeone as its new senior vice president for Asia and Papua New Guinea, based in Singapore. To find out more about the new role, I snatched a…

Vietnam Airlines Group makes USD 2.24 billion in revenue

Megha Paul Jul 17, 2019

Vietnam Airlines Group earned nearly VND 52 trillion (USD 2.24 billion) in consolidated revenue in the first half of this year, marking a year-on-year increase of 5.5%. Its consolidated…

‘Business as usual’ in Bali after Mount Agung eruption

Tian Tolentino May 27, 2019

Bali Hotels Association (BHA) has confirmed that it is 'business as usual' for Bali, with Ngurah Rai Airport operating normally except for a few flights that were delayed or cancelled.

LCC distribution channels: Direct, NDC, GDSs and consolidators

Altexsoft Team Apr 23, 2019

This article was originally published as a blog post by AltexSoft. It is published here with permission. Airline distribution is complex: on one side of the airline industry, we have…

5 travel jobs to look out for in 2019

Chris Head Jan 3, 2019

Here are five hot travel jobs to keep an eye out for in 2019, including luxury travel advisor.

Airlines and Aviation

JAL gambles on new low-cost carrier business

Tian Tolentino May 21, 2018

Japan Airlines (JAL) announced a decision to establish a new low-cost carrier (LCC) in the international market to target the rising Asian demand.

Airlines get branded boost with Travelport

Jill Sayles Jan 22, 2018

Travelport has announced that more than 250 airlines now benefit from its rich content and branding merchandising tool which gives agencies and travel bookers a 'graphically rich experience'…

Airlines and Aviation

WTA Grand Final 2017: The “world’s true low-cost champion” according to Tony Fernandes

Alastair Newport Dec 12, 2017 19

AirAsia has been named the for the fifth year in a row at the 2017 World Travel Awards (WTA) Grand Final.World’s Leading Low-Cost Airline

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas posts second highest underlying profit in the company’s history.

Mark Elliott Aug 25, 2017 0

Qantas has just released its 2016/17 financial results, with a statutory pre-tax profit of $1.18 billion and an "underlying profit before tax" of $1.4 billion. That was 8.6% lower than last…

Airlines and Aviation

Zhengzhou gets first Australian connection

Mark Elliott Aug 23, 2017

Zhengzhou, the capital of central China's Henan province, will get its first direct connection to Australia later this year. Jetstar has announced plans to start flying direct to the…

Airlines and Aviation

Asian air route updates, including connections to Krabi, Chongqing and Hiroshima

Mark Elliott Aug 15, 2017

Malaysia Airlines to launch Chongqing route Where? Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia) to Chongqing (China) When? Three times a week, effective 30 October 2017 Who? Malaysia Airlines Why?…

Airlines and Aviation

Thailand develops multiple international air hubs

Mark Elliott Aug 9, 2017

Thailand is strengthening its status as a global air hub with the addition of new international flights connecting different parts of the country with the rest of the world. The new…

Airlines and Aviation

Singapore gets new connection to Okinawa

Mark Elliott Aug 1, 2017

Singapore will get a new direct link to the island of Okinawa next year, when Jetstar Asia expands its Japanese network. Commencing on 17 November 2017, to coincide with the start of…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas responds to rising Japanese demand

Mark Elliott Jul 28, 2017

Qantas is responding to rising demand for travel between Australia and Japan with the launch of a new seasonal service to Osaka. The airline has revealed plans to operate direct flights…

Airlines and Aviation

Asian air route updates, including new flights to Chiang Mai, Clark and Tianjin

Mark Elliott Jul 20, 2017

Russian carrier flies 777 to Hainan Where? Moscow Domodedovo (Russia) to Haikou (China) When? Once a week, effective immediately Who? VIM Airlines Why? Handling rising Russian demand…

Brain Waves: the latest innovations including Sabre’s agent chatbot

Simon Willmore Jul 18, 2017

Sabre develops Facebook chatbot for agents Sabre has created a new AI-powered Facebook chatbot that leverages Microsoft technology. Two Sabre-connected travel agencies - Dallas-based…

Airlines and Aviation

Asian air route updates: new flights from Norwegian, Spring, Air China and more…

Mark Elliott May 16, 2017

Spring adds low-cost link between key Asian cities Where? Shanghai Pudong (China) to Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam) When? Four times a week, effective immediately Who? Spring Airlines Why?…

Airlines and Aviation

Asian air route updates: new flights from Korean Air, Vietjet, Air Canada and more…

Mark Elliott May 5, 2017

Korean Air connects Seoul with Spain Where? Seoul (South Korea) to Barcelona (Spain) When? Three times a week, effective immediately Who? Korean Air Why? Rising demand for flights…

Airlines and Aviation

Asian air route updates: new flights from SilkAir, SpiceJet and more…

Mark Elliott Apr 10, 2017

Korean LCC connects to Vietnamese coast Where? Deagu (South Korea) to Danang (Vietnam) When? Five times a week, effective immediately Who? T’way Airlines Why? Low-cost carrier taps the…

Airlines and Aviation

AirAsia makes fresh attempt to launch in Vietnam

Mark Elliott Apr 6, 2017

AirAsia is in talks with companies in Vietnam about establishing a new low-cost carrier in the country. Vietnam News Service (VNS) reports that the Malaysia-based group has signed an…

Airlines and Aviation

Asian LCCs continue to embrace GDS sales

Mark Elliott Apr 4, 2017

More Asian low-cost carriers are committing to the travel trade. Scoot, the Singaporean LCC, has become the latest airline to renew its distribution agreement with Amadeus, ensuring…

Airlines and Aviation

Airlines improve connections between India and Asia Pacific

Mark Elliott Mar 20, 2017

It will soon be more convenient to travel between India and the Asia Pacific region, following the formation of a new partnership between two airlines. India's Jet Airways and…

Face‑to‑Face

Face-to-Face: Rachel Meyer, director of international marketing, Visit Sunshine Coast, Australia

Gemma Greenwood Feb 5, 2017

What visitor trends are you noticing to the Sunshine Coast? With the expansion of Sunshine Coast Airport confirmed and the interest shown by international airlines in the region, it…

Airlines and Aviation

Qantas adds new capital connection to China

Mark Elliott Jan 25, 2017

Qantas’ Asian expansion strategy took another step forward today (25 January 2017) with the relaunch of direct flights to China’s capital city, Beijing. The Australian national carrier…

Airlines and Aviation

Asian air route updates: Gulf Air, Vietjet and more

Mark Elliott Jan 20, 2017

Gulf Air starts flying to Sri Lanka Where? Manama (Bahrain) to Colombo (Sri Lanka) When? Five times a week, effective immediately Who? Gulf Air Why? Taking advantage of double-digit…