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…
Prague Airport continues to provide a safe experience for all travellers as confirmed by the ACI Airport Health Accreditation (AHA) Certificate, re-assigned to Prague Airport for the high…
A destination where history and culture meet exceptional technology and modernism, Prague has undergone a radical change over the last two decades. Having celebrated its 10th anniversary…
The Czech Republic is currently merging agencies promoting and developing tourism, investment and trade into a new entity under a new innovation strategy.
The newly appointed managing…
The five-star Corinthia Hotel Prague will unveil a stylish new eating and drinking area in the lobby, Lounge 62, and two new boardrooms this month.
Extensive facilities inside the…
Sichuan Airlines, which is based in the Chinese city of Chengdu, has launched flights to Prague – only its second destination in Europe.
The new direct service to the Czech Republic…
flydubai recently announced that it will begin daily operations to Prague from 1 July 2016.
This is an increase from four weekly flights. With this additional frequency, flydubai will…
The arrival of flight AC1922 from Toronto-Pearson at Václav Havel Airport Prague yesterday marked the beginning of Air Canada Rouge's expansion into Central Europe this summer.
The…
London might be the favourite European city destination for special celebrations, but Prague is the cheapest if you’re planning to drink a lot.
That’s the consensus of the…
Emirates has commenced A380 flights to Prague, becoming the first and only airline to operate a superjumbo service to the Czech capital.
The Prague-Dubai route was launched on 1 July 2010…
China Eastern Airlines will launch a new direct service to the Czech Republic this summer.
Commencing on 22 June 2016, the airline will offer three weekly flights between Shanghai and…
Corinthia Hotel Prague has launched a new ‘Beer Spa Package’.
The five-star hotel is inviting guests to experience the unorthodox therapy at the Beer Spa Bernard, where they can…
City breaks across Europe have been a top seller for many tour operators so far this year, so Simon Willmore takes a relaxing trip to Prague
Once more, the fascinating machinery whirrs…
Leisure Pass Group has expanded to its fifth country as it releases its Prague City Card sightseeing pass. The group already has successful operations in the UK, US, Sweden and…
DUBAI, U.A.E., 23rd December 2009: Emirates will launch a daily flight to Prague from 1st July next year. The non-stop service to the Czech Republic's capital city is the 3rd new…
DUBAI, U.A.E., 23rd December 2009: Emirates will launch a daily flight to Prague from 1st July next year. The non-stop service to the Czech Republic's capital city is the 3rd new…
Volcano Health Club, a new independent health club in Prague, Czech Republic, has opened its doors World Leisure News and Jobs reports. The club's name comes from the hot…
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STARLUX Airlines also announced its new designation as the “Official International Airline Partner of the LA Clippers”
Full article: New Taipei to Los Angeles Flight on…
As digital nomads wander into the farthest-flung reaches of the world, Meliá Hotels International is expanding its INNSiDE brand throughout Asia with the opening of two new INNSiDE hotels…
Czechia and the Czech Republic are synonymous; in both cases they are official names. The decision on whether to use the shorter or longer version depends on the area and whether there is an…
Jazeera Airways, continuing robust growth, announced record net profits of KD20.1 million (USD65.7m) for the 2022 full year, an increase of 183.6% over 2021.
Today's Eurowings was formed on 1 February 1993 from the merger of the two regional airlines. The name "Eurowings" was suggested by an employee who won an ideas competition with 500 Deutsche…
New research has revealed which capital cities in Europe are the most romantic as the run-up to Valentine's Day approaches by analysing Trip Advisor for the number of romantic restaurants…
Booking.com’s annual Travel Predictions research found that travellers are feeling overwhelmingly more optimistic about traveling in 2023 compared to last year.
January is traditionally the strongest booking month for summer vacations in Germany and, as of now, customers can also include the complete Eurowings flight schedule from the end of March…
Using metrics such as the number of business meeting rooms available to hire, number of Michelin-recognised restaurants and the cost of a taxi, CompareMyJet has researched 38 OECD…
Oman Air and SalamAir expanded their codeshare partnership, add four services with Oman Air codesharing on the following SalamAir - operated frequencies starting from 09 January 2023:
Czech Republic is celebrating 30 years since it opened its doors to visitors from around the world.
On Jan 1, 1993, what was the former Czechoslovakia split into two - one half became…
Thomas Cook (India) Limited has unveiled a new campaign targeting Young India - by highlighting its special range of experiential Summer 2023 Europe Holidays; starting from as low as INR…
To target the growing demand from Young Indians, Thomas Cook (India) Limited launched a new campaign focusing on Gen Z travelers.
Thomas Cook India targets Gen Z travelers
A new 6-factor study can reveal that Zurich, Geneva and Madrid are the top luxury destinations for holiday-goers in Europe. The study conducted by OVO Network considers the number of…
This December London City Airport (LCY) launches ski and Christmas routes to Chambéry and Salzburg, providing even more choice for passengers this winter.
dnata Travel reveals the most popular holiday hotspots for UAE National Day breaks in 2022. In order of popularity, the five most booked destinations are: UAE, Maldives, Thailand, UK and…
Going on holiday with your friends and family during the Christmas period can be a magical experience. Whether you plan to travel somewhere abroad or stay closer to home, data shows that…
DiscoverCars.com have created a ranking of the best budget-friendly winter getaway destination in Europe. The company analysed factors such as the number of cheap food establishments and…
The summer season is a peak travel period for Indians across segments and it also happens to be the best time to visit Europe, thus creating high demand for the destination.
At an award ceremony hosted in Prague by Czech Tourism on 15 November, the European Travel Commission (ETC) and Eurail B.V. honoured recipients at the second ever Best European Rail Tourism…
Emirates and Gulf Air have officially signed a unilateral codeshare partnership, starting this December. The new agreement will offer easy connections and expanded choices for Gulf Air…
The study from Bounce analysed cities across Europe on factors such as the number of museums, music venues, libraries and theatres, to reveal Europe’s most cultured cities.
Top 10 Most…
Grounded in its ongoing efforts to inspire and empower travellers to pursue their individual well-being goals, World of Hyatt is introducing FIND, an experiences platform, through Hyatt’s…
With the new generation of travellers starting to make their travel plans for 2023, where are the best global destinations for them to explore?
The travel experts at Airport Parking…
The study by Bounce analysed the most popular cities in the Northern Hemisphere on factors such as weather, events, affordability, and popularity across each season, to reveal the best…
With the cost-of-living crunch set to worsen as winter approaches and temperatures plummet while heating bills soar, many will wonder if they can afford mid-term and Christmas breaks – just…
Bedbible has explored the top cities to have a dirty weekend. They examined factors such as the average price of a two-night stay in each city as well as the number of romantic activities…
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has announced its acquisition of the Vienna House brand for EUR 44 million (USD 44 million) adding an upscale and midscale portfolio of approximately 40…
British Airways and British Airways Holidays have launched their September sale, with reductions made across a range of flights and holidays all the way into the summer of 2023.
Four Seasons announces the first set of 2024 itineraries for the Four Seasons Private Jet Experience. While limited availability remains on select 2023 itineraries.
They say adventure is subjective. For Cosmos, it doesn’t mean thrills and adrenaline rush, it means amazing food, incredible sights and meaningful connections.
More than four in five UK travellers would like to see more rail routes to European destinations from the UK, in the latest sign of rising demand for environmentally friendly travel options
Finnish flag carrier, Finnair, has introduced special fares on one-way flights from select cities in Eastern Europe discounted by 95% to help those Ukrainians looking to escape the conflict…
DiscoverCars.com brings the best winter getaway destinations that won’t stretch your budget, after analysing the different parts of a winter break that can cost you a pretty penny
We are delighted to introduce you to M. Laksasubha Kridakon, Owner Laksasubha Hua Hin in our latest interview in the series from TDs Inspiring Women in Travel Asia (TDIWTA).
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
53% of Brits would be unlikely to opt for Italy as a holiday destination after the Euro final heartbreak the Italian national team delivered on recently
Silence continues to be a precious commodity, especially in this challenging year, which is why The Spas at Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok are ‘turning down the volume’ once again with their…
One of the best ways of exploring a new city is by ditching the car and strolling along the streets, taking in the sights and discovering hidden gems you may have missed while driving.
Aimed at ensuring the health and safety of its customers, Thomas Cook (India), leading integrated travel services company along with its group company SOTC Travel, have launched Private…
Qatar Airways welcomed the month of July by relaunching flights to 11 destinations. The airline will resume services to over 65 destinations by mid-July.
With almost 500,000 Instagram posts and over 16,000 searches relating to female solo travel this year, it’s no surprise more and more women are choosing to jet off alone!
With this in…
Deutsche Hospitality is set to continue its expansion into new markets by launching Zleep Hotels in the Czech Republic for the first time. The new Zleep Hotel Prague is scheduled to open…
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays has announced an early summer 2021 programme from Glasgow Airport, putting more than one million seats on sale to 33 destinations. With the summer 21 programme…
Great Hotels of the World, has announced the addition of six new member hotels to its portfolio in five new and emerging MICE destinations across Europe and Asia.
Pedro Colaco, CEO of…
For this week, technology proves to make it easier to book accommodations and activities. Now, new tech makes it easier to pack your bags for a trip with the help of Alexa and Contiki.
Jet2CityBreaks is set to launch roll out its new campaign of 'Video on Demand' adverts for the first time this week, showcasing the joy of exploring new cities. Part of an integrated brand…
A new report has revealed which locations in Europe offer the most attractions overall, analysing which cities have the highest number of each attraction on offer.
From Abu Dhabi's world-famous Yas Island to India's majestic state of Himachal Pradesh and the city centre of Czech Republic — here's this week's round-up of hot hotel openings.
Kunming is a charming city in China that richly deserves to be visited. There are plenty of remarkable appeals in this city that makes it a tourist hotspot. The incredible tastes of the food…
Hotels.com has handpicked hotels with the most bizarre museums — featuring mummies, medieval torture and ramen — for those looking for an unconventional holiday.
Cashing in on the football frenzy, Eurowings will be flying thousands of fans from 16 September to the guest appearances of their favourite teams throughout Europe. During the group…
Ever get the urge to grab your backpack and go explore new places, new cultures and meet new people? Backpacking is an amazing way to see the world without the expensive price tag.
Whether you are looking for a sunny city-break full of Snapchats and sangria or an Instagrammable spa getaway with a spot of shopping, there is a European city waiting for you and your…
LOT Polish Airlines has announced year-round flights between Budapest Airport and Seoul Incheon. The route will be operated three times per week from 22 September by a Boeing 787-8…
Maestro of MICE Cvent, has unleashed its yearly list of the top meeting destinations for meetings and events in Europe.
For the fifth consecutive year, London retained its number one…
Whether it’s sleeping amongst the clouds in Liberec, partying in the raw industrial beauty of Ostrava, discovering one of 12 UNESCO heritage sites or unwinding in the oldest spa in Europe,…
The Czech Tourist Authority, CzechTourism, and the Embassy of the Czech Republic in Riyadh have reported an upswing in travel from Saudi Arabia in the first half of 2018.
There are no dull moments in the aviation sector as airlines continuously debut or add flights due to the increasing demand of passengers to reach every nook and cranny of the world.
Hospitality firm Standard International plans to open 20 hotels within five years as part of its aggressive expansion plans in Asia and the Middle East.
Travelzoo, a global publisher of exclusive travel offers, has disclosed the travel preferences of Hong Kong travellers. The information is based upon data derived from their first half-year…
China will get its first air link to Serbia next month, when Hainan Airlines launches its new route between Beijing and Belgrade.
Commencing on 15 September 2017, the new long-haul…
Spectators at this weekend's Hungarian Grand Prix will be able to learn more about driving holidays in Thailand.
This is because the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has decided to use…
China gets reconnected to Belgrade
Where? Beijing (China) to Belgrade (Serbia)
When? Twice a week, effective 15 September 2017
Who? Hainan Airlines
Why? Expanding links with Europe as…
British Airways is to launch new routes from London City Airport to three European capitals, Paris, Prague and Reykjavik, in October.
The new services will mean the airline will fly…
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts has unveiled a new world tour using its private jet.
The company's third private jet itinerary, named "World of Adventures", will run from 19 October…
World of Adventures added as third 2018 Private Jet itinerary in response to high demand; leading travel journalist chronicles transformational journey aboard Four Seasons Private…
Trafalgar’s new Autumn Winter & Spring 2017/18 (AWS) programme features 34 itineraries including a new winter trip to Russia.
In response to guest feedback, the tour operator has…
Air Malta is reconnecting Malta to North Africa following the re-start of scheduled services between the islands and Tunis Carthage Airport.
The service will begin on 26 June 2017.
“We…
Better-than-expected currency sales in the first quarter indicate strong and sustained demand for overseas holidays, Post Office Travel Money has declared in its latest Holiday Money Index.…
Hotels developed in and around the region’s shopping malls can expect to post an Average Daily Rate (ADR) that is 25% higher than hotels that are not co-located with a major retail…
For a seasoned traveler, every city has something on offer. But which ones have the most history, art, food and music to discover? The Netherlands capital proves a winner, while Riyadh and…
Ryanair has launched its Summer 2017 programme from Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LJLA) with an expansion of operations which will see five new destinations being served during the Summer…
After eight years in which Eastern European cities have rated as the cheapest places to take a bargain break, their stranglehold has been broken by Paphos in Cyprus. 2017’s joint Capital of…
London’s hotels and other accommodation recorded over 56 million overnight stays last year, more than any other city in Europe, new research reveals.
According to European Cities…
Ryanair has launched its 2017 Liverpool winter schedule, with two new routes to Copenhagen and Milan, a new winter service to Prague and 24 routes in total, which will help deliver 2m…
Ryanair has launched its biggest-ever Scottish winter schedule, with 13 new Edinburgh routes to Baden, Budapest, Carcassonne, Eindhoven, Hamburg, Katowice, Nantes, Prague, Szczecin,…
flydubai has announced plans to fly to three new destinations.
Batumi in Georgia, Qabala in Azerbaijan and Tivat in Montenegro are the latest destinations to join flydubai’s growing…
River cruising company, CroisiEurope, is announcing that the start of construction on the MS Elbe Princesse II, the third paddle-wheel riverboat that will join the company’s fleet, has…
Jie Jie Beach by Jetwing
Location: Overlooking the Indian Ocean in Panadura, on Sri Lanka's southwest coast, 1.5 hours' drive from Colombo
Grade: Upscale
Keys: 180
Facilities:…
Ryanair has launched its biggest-ever Madrid winter schedule, with three new routes to Bari, Glasgow and Prague, eight new winter routes to Cagliari, Lamezia, Luxembourg, Naples, Newcastle,…
New data from HRS – Global Hotel Solutions - has revealed that average room rates in the UK have dropped across the country by nearly 12% in 2016 compared with 2015.
Despite rates…
Gatwick Airport has increased its lead as the world’s most efficient single-runway airport – with 43 million passengers now travelling through the airport each year.
This new annual…
Vietnam Airlines has appointed a new General Sales Agent (GSA) in Prague, ahead of the launch of its first ever flights to the Czech Republic.
The Vietnam News Agency (VNA) reports that a…
French river cruise operator, CroisiEurope, has announced that the construction of a third paddlewheel ship – the MS Elbe Princesse II - has officially begun at the STX shipyard in…
Average hotel room rates in major UK cities including Cardiff, Edinburgh and Bristol have fallen by up to 20% in Q3 2016 when compared with Q3 2015 prices, according to latest data from…
Almost one in five British football fans will be jetting off for European football clashes with their other half this week, new research has revealed.
With Spurs away in Monaco, Man City…
Alaska Airlines made history this week by operating the first commercial flight powered by a fuel made from forest debris.
The alternative type of jet fuel was made from branches,…
Travellers booking a European city break will diligently scour price comparison sites for the best value flights and accommodation, but pay scant attention to airport transfers, which can be…
China's Sichuan Airlines signed an agreement with two leasing companies for four new Airbus A350 aircraft.
The Chengdu-based carrier will take three A350s from AerCap and one from…
There was once a time that the only companies who trained their employees on travel safety and security (or who even had a travel security policy) were those who operated in the so-called…
flydubai on Thursday announced total revenue of AED2,302 million ($627 million) for the first half of 2016, a 5.4% increase compared to the same period last year.
The low-cost…
Barely a month after it entered service, SWISS has presented its latest acquisition, the world’s newest passenger airliner, to the Hungarian and international media in Budapest.
The…
New data from HRS has revealed that major cities across the UK, including London, have seen a decline in average hotel room rates when looking at Q2 2016 compared with Q2 2015.
Having…
A new travel search website has been launched that allows skiers and snowboarders to compare the world's ski resorts.
Snowcomparison.com has been created by Australian former professional…
Cosmos Tours & Cruises has launched its first Cruise brochure combining Ocean, River & Coastal Cruising with a free VIP chauffeur service included with every 2017 cruise holiday.…
dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, has reached an agreement to purchase a majority stake in Air Dispatch, which is part of the Chapman Freeborn Group.
Air Dispatch…
Air Serbia and Air Seychelles have signed a new codeshare agreement.
The codeshare deal will see Air Serbia place its JU flight code on four routes operated by Air Seychelles, from…
Bombardier has celebrated the delivery of its first CSeries aircraft.
Launch customer SWISS has welcomed the new regional jet in an event attended by Bombardier’s employees,…
Air Canada has completed a major phase of international growth with the launch of direct flights to South Korea.
The inaugural Toronto-Seoul service departed on Saturday 18 June 2016,…
Air Canada Rouge has launched its Toronto-Warsaw route as it expands its presence in Central Europe.
The non-stop seasonal service, operating four-times a week, makes Air Canada the only…
An airline in the US has launched its first flights powered by a new type of jet fuel made from alcohol.
Two Alaska Airlines jets departed Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on…
This week, Travel Daily India chats with Vishal Suri, managing director of SOTC, about his company's latest initiatives and the current trends in the Indian travel sector...
Q) SOTC…
The Ajman Tourism Development Department (ATDD) recently wrapped up a successful road show in Europe.
The event witnessed participation from more than 500 representatives from travel…
Emirates has launched two new routes using its Airbus A380 aircraft, including its first superjumbo service to Taiwan.
The inaugural A380 flight from Dubai to Taipei landed at Taoyuan…
Emirates recently announced its intent to launch service of its A380 aircraft to two new destinations - Taipei and Prague.
This makes the airline the first and only one to operate an…
Less than six months after the launch of its inaugural flight from Toronto to Delhi, Air Canada has unveiled plans to introduce a second direct service to the Indian capital.
On 20…
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) is to put its first Bombardier C Series aircraft – a CS100 – into service on 15 July. In doing so, SWISS will be the first airline in the world to…
While sterling has slumped to a 22-month low against the euro and is significantly weaker than a year ago against most European currencies, it has strengthened against currencies for top…
Emirates has placed an order with Airbus for two additional A380 aircraft.
The Dubai-based airline already operates the world’s largest fleet of A380s, with 75 in service and a…
UK tourists planning city breaks in Europe this spring will find the best bargains by heading east, according to the Post Office Travel Money City Costs Barometer.
At a time when…
Richard Quest, CNN’s aviation correspondent and presenter of ‘Quest Means Business’, is embarking on an eight-day round-the-world trip using only low-cost carriers.
The journey will…
Last year marked the first since 2010 in which the European hotel industry passed hotels in the U.S. in year-over-year revenue per available room (RevPAR) growth, according to data from STR…
Europe's hotel market experienced ongoing value growth and recovery in 2015 with hotels in many cities reaching record performance, according to the 2016 European Hotel Valuation Index…
The pound may have plunged to a 13-month low against the euro and other European currencies but there is plenty of good news for people planning trips abroad in one of the busiest holiday…
What did SLH achieve in 2015 - how did the company perform?
2015 was a good year for SLH – we report in US$ so although revenue was officially down by 6% if you take into account…
For a second consecutive year, New York has ranked as the number one most visited destination for UK travellers in 2015 ahead of other cities across North America, Europe and Asia. …
The strength of sterling looks set to play a pivotal role in holiday destination choice according to the Holiday Money Report 2016 from Post Office Travel Money.
The 10th annual report…
Air Canada experienced a strong rise in passenger traffic in 2015, as the airline embarked on a major expansion programme.
The airline's traffic, measured in revenue passenger miles…
Sichuan Airlines to link Chengdu with Prague
Sichuan Airlines has revealed plans to launch the first direct flights between Chengdu and Prague. Scheduled to commence as early as…
Emirates recently announced key achievements in 2015.
Since January 2015, the airline has carried over 51.3 million passengers, which represented nine percent more passengers during…
A recent survey has highlighted the massive premium placed on hotel accommodation in major European cities on New Year’s Eve.
The survey, conducted by TravelMag.com, compared…
Emirates has revealed that it will launch the first scheduled Airbus A380 flights to Taipei next year.
Commencing on 1 May 2016, the Dubai-based carrier will upgrade its existing…
Emirates announced its intent to add more A380 to new destinations across its network in 2016.
Some of the destinations include Birmingham, Prague and Taipei. The Emirates’ daily…
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has embarked on an ambitious plan to power "all flights by all airlines" using biofuel.
As the first step towards this goal, the Port of Seattle,…
Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) has launched a new brand logo and several initiatives to coincide with its 25th anniversary.
The company's former golden crest has given way to…
Increasing numbers of Britons are opting to take advantage of cheaper flights and jet off to foreign climes on Christmas Day, according to figures released today by London Gatwick…
The latest data from hotel solutions provider HRS has revealed that the average cost of staying in a hotel room is on the up across most of the world, bar a small handful of destinations.…
Budapest is this year’s best value Christmas market destination, according to the Post Office Travel Money Christmas Markets Barometer.
A combination of the lowest two-night package…
Hainan Airlines has confirmed that it will launch flights to the UK next summer.
The new Beijing-Manchester flights, which were first revealed in Travel Daily Asia last week, have now…
A new report published by ABTA on the first day of the 2015 Travel Convention has revealed that city breaks have increased their lead over beach holidays as the most popular type of holiday…
Hainan Airlines has continued its European expansion with the launch of flights to Prague – the first direct service between China and the Czech Republic.
Flights between Beijing and…
Laterooms.com has released data showing how its British customers holidayed at home and abroad this summer.
London, Manchester, Birmingham and Edinburgh remained at the top of a 10-strong…
Jet2Holidays has launched its new brochures for 2016. Showcasing the company’s range of holiday hotspots, the collection includes Winter 2015/16, Summer Holidays and Family Holidays.…
A new Post Office Travel Money Cost of Culture report has revealed that Dublin is the city where culture costs the least.
The Irish capital was found to be much cheaper than Warsaw,…
VisitBlackpool has teamed with the Leisure Pass Group to introduce a new credit card-style Blackpool Resort Pass, giving visitors quicker and more convenient access to six featured…
Emirates recently added an A380 aircraft to its Dusseldorf route.
Subsequently, the airline also celebrated its five year anniversary in Prague with a special one-off A380 service.…
The European hotel industry posted mixed results in May, according to data compiled by STR Global.
A weakening Euro led to varied performance amongst Europe’s four subregions. Northern…
New data from hotel solutions provider HRS has revealed business travellers typically spend an average of £87 per room per night in the UK, versus just £65 per night in Europe.
The…
In an effort to push and pull tourism from the European markets, Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) recently organised a series of road shows.
The road shows…
London is expected to once again be crowned the world’s most popular tourist destination in 2015, according to predictions by Mastercard.
It’s the second year running that the…
Motel One, the budget design hotel chain, has revealed an 11% rise in operating profit in Q1, 2015.
The winner of Focus Magazine’s ‘Best Employer’ award also confirmed new openings…
Marty Kandrac, executive vice president & real estate and development officer, FRHI Hotels & Resorts, outlines the hospitality firm’s global expansion plans for its three brands -…
Dubai International has witnessed growth for the month of March.
Reports suggest that passenger traffic was lifted by 7.2% from the same month last year. The figures were released…
The rise of Sterling has seen prices plunge in three-quarters of the European cities surveyed for the annual Post Office Travel Money City Costs Barometer.
The increasingly powerful…
Hainan Airlines is planning to order 30 more Boeing 787 Dreamliners.
The airline said in a statement to the Shanghai Stock Exchange this week that it will select the larger B787-9…
More then 42 million Brits, or 83% of the population, have booked, or are thinking of booking, a city-break this year, according to new research from Jet2Holidays.
The company…
TripAdvisor has launched a new feature intended to allow users to explore interesting districts within a city.
The 'Neighbourhoods' feature, which is available both on the desktop…
TripAdvisor has launched its ‘Neighbourhoods’ feature in an effort to help users discover and explore neighbourhoods within popular tourist destinations.
“TripAdvisor’s new…
Jurys Inn has been sold to an affiliate of US-based Lone Star Funds for £680 million.
Current owners Oman Investment Fund (OIF), Mount Kellett Capital Management, Ulster Bank,…
Barrhead Travel has revealed it expects to carry more than 12,000 passengers from Glasgow Airport this year as part of its extended charter programme.
The travel agency helped Glasgow…
European cities and resorts have dominated a new ‘best value’ list for UK tourists by the Post Office Travel Money.
Prague has overtaken Bali as the best value destination for Brits,…
Dubai Airports reported a growth for the second half of 2014 with passenger traffic touching 4.3% in November.
The statistics was shared by Dubai Airports. Passenger traffic totalled…
The growing potential of Central and Southeast Europe is fast being explored by flydubai who recently announced services to five points.
The airline will soon connect to Bratislava,…
Ramada Hotel and Suites Ajman has recently enhanced its green initiatives through a series of awareness programs on waste management. This is being undertaken across different sectors…
Legal ‘screenscraper’ cases taken by Ryanair will now be heard in Irish courts under a new ruling from the Irish Supreme Court.
The carrier has raised several cases in Europe to stop…
Four Seasons has announced four private jet itineraries for 2016 following the success of its launch for 2015.
The itineraries are based on the classic Around the World journeys and…
Topdeck Travel has revealed a new brochure design and new tours in a move that it hopes will attract more young customers next year.
The 18-30 something specialist has given an…
Air Transat has announced a new connection between London and St. John’s for 2015 as part of its European network.
The carrier will offer two weekly flights in high season in response…
In an effort to make Central and Eastern Europe more accessible, flydubai has announced three new routes.
The airline will commence flights to Bratislava in Slovakia, Prague in the…
City breaks have overtaken beach holidays in popularity for British holidaymakers driven by more flights, stag weekends and the strong pound, according to new ABTA research.
Its…
Jet2 and Jet2holidays have announced seven new destinations to its network for summer 2015.
The airline will launch flights to Antalya, Gran Canaria, Larnaca (Cyprus), Malta, Rome,…
Developments in improving safety culture at airports is a key focus today – a crucial element for busy flight hubs wanting to improve security while facilitating large volumes of…
Air Astana has commenced a thrice-weekly service from Heathrow to Kazakhstan capital Astana.
The new flight is operated by a Boeing 757-200 with 16 business class and 150 economy…
Jon Garnham from Beaver Travel shares his views on the AITO overseas conference in Prague held earlier this month.
“As I’m new to the travel sector with a background in marketing, I…
Haslemere Travel’s managing director Gemma Antrobus has been named as the new chair of AITO Agents.
Antrobus is the association’s first female chair and takes over from Oliver Broad…
Three hotels in the UK have been named among the top 10 in Europe with TripAdvisor users.
Red Carnation’s Egerton House Hotel in London was 6th in the list of the top European hotels…
Kazakhstan’s national carrier Air Astana has unveiled plans to launch a series of new charter services to Europe this summer.
Commencing in June 2014, the airline will fly from…
Hotels in the UK are driving forward growth in performance during this year’s first quarter compared to last year.
New statistics from STR Global has found the UK has the fullest…
Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts has retrofitted its own Boeing 757 to offer a private jet experience for luxury travellers.
The new jet has the brand’s name and logo on the exterior…
Cebu Pacific Air and Air Astana were two of the major winners this week when the EU updated its aviation blacklist.
Following the removal of Philippine Airlines from the blacklist…
The Turkish city of Istanbul is the world’s most popular destination, according to the latest TripAdvisor awards.
The city was ranked top of the TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice…
Jet Airways has announced the expansion of its codeshare partnership with Air France.
The partnership will offer enhanced network connectivity to 12 major cities across Europe and…
British holidaymakers are getting more for their money while abroad with the strong pound making prices 80% cheaper than a year ago.
The pound’s increased buying power will make…
Hyatt's Andaz brand has come top in a global study to find the best hotel Wi-Fi providers.
Following a global four-month ‘Hotel Wi-Fi Test’ that ran from October 2013 to February…
A change in perception of what is defined as luxury has helped lowcostbeds see growth in city break sales, its marketing officer has said.
Alex Gisbert, chief marketing officer at…
Ryanair has announced 12 new routes from Stansted as part of its new agreement with the Essex airport.
Flights from Stansted to Basel, Bordeaux, Bucharest, Lisbon and Prague are…
Cruise & Maritime Voyages (CMV) has announced its first foray into river cruises.
The cruise line will introduce a series of river itineraries on the Rhine and Danube from May…
Ryanair has announced increased flight frequencies from six UK airports commencing in April 2014.
The low-cost carrier will add two daily services to each of its routes from…
Michael Edwards has been appointed regional director for UK, Europe and South Africa at Intrepid Travel. Edwards joins the tour operator form G Adventures where he was managing director…
Swiss International Air Lines has added more destinations to its network in its winter schedules.
The airline will commence scheduled services to Kiev and will also be adjusting its…
Air Serbia recently launched a new sales channel with its first Travel Shop in Belgrade. To commence with the launch, the airline also launched its new look social platforms with…
A revitalised Air Serbia took to the skies, with new aircraft, new routes and new partnerships. The new revamped look was officially launched by deputy prime minister Aleksandar Vučić,…
The final shortlist has been revealed in the New7Wonders campaign to find the world's best cities.
The 28 finalists have been whittled down from a long-list of 77 cities announced…
Marriott will introduce mobile check-in at some of its European hotels next month.
The hotel chain is to offer the service through a Marriott app on Apple and Android devices. It will…
Etihad Airways and airBaltic announced direct flights from Riga-Abu Dhabi. These new flights will commence on 16 December 2013.
The announcement follows a code-share agreement between…
New7Wonders has unveiled the list of cities competing for the honour of becoming one of the world's seven best urban centres.
Following its previous New7Wonders of the World and…
UK holidaymakers taking holidays in the winter are most likely to head to the sun and cities, according to ABTA.
In a recent poll by the association 19% said they are planning a…
The European Technology and Travel Services Association (ETTSA) has repeated his call for more industry involvement into IATA’s New Distribution Capacity (NDC) during a talk at GBTA…
Apartment accommodation is a growing sector with many online players. Travel Daily spoke to Only Apartments to get a feel for the market and where it is heading.
Can you tell us a bit…
Serbia national carrier JatAirways is to be renamed to Air Serbia as Etihad announced a 49% stake in the airline.
The Abu Dhabi-based carrier has signed a five-year management…
Etihad Airways will acquire a 49% stake in Serbia's national carrier, JatAirways, and rebrand it as Air Serbia.
The Abu Dhabi-based carrier has been awarded a five-year contract by the…
Korean Air has confirmed that it will operate a codeshare with Czech Airlines on flights between Prague and Seoul.
Commencing on 1 June 2013, the Korean national carrier will operate…
Ezeego1.com has launched its summer campaign to promote Vienna and other select Eastern European destinations among Indian family travellers.
The packages launched mainly focuses on…
A round-up of travel technology news from the last seven days.
thetrainline.com has extended the availability of its print-from-home tickets to TMCs and corporate…
Korean Air has acquired a 44% stake in fellow SkyTeam member Czech Airlines.
The South Korean airline has become the second biggest stake-holder in the European carrier and is the…
Korean Air has completed two deals that will expand its presence in the international aviation market.
The Seoul-based national carrier has acquired a 44% stake in Czech Airlines,…
Cities in eastern Europe are still the cheapest for British tourists to visit while Lisbon tops those in the euro, a new Post Office report has found.
Its City Costs Barometer saw…
Etihad Airways has launched a new global brand advertising campaign.
Comprising TV, print, outdoor and digital media, the new campaign will feature the strapline: 'The World Is Our…
Businesses are looking to Latin America, Eastern Europe, Africa and Middle East for growth opportunities aside from the BRIC nations, according to travel management company FCm.
While…
easyJet saw its profits before tax increase by 27.9% to GBP317 million in its latest year-end results.
The low-cost carrier carried 7.1% more passengers to 58.4 million in the year up to 30…
Air France KLM’s schedule is to be maintained this winter with the same capacity and additional flight frequencies.
Air France’s growth will mainly be focused on long-haul routes into…
easyJet has announced it will add six new routes from Edinburgh Airport in its latest expansion plans.
Flights from the Scottish airport to Berlin, Hamburg, Prague, Copenhagen, Reykjavik…
A round-up of movers and shakers in the travel industry this week.
Jason Lewis has been named director of sales and marketing for Europe, Middle East and Africa at hotel distribution…
Travel agent incentive, fam and workshop news.
TIPTO announces final workshop
TIPTO has announced it will hold its final workshop of this series on 11 July. The event will take…
China Southern Airlines and Air France have added 14 new services to their existing codeshare agreement. Passengers can now connect via China Southern's flights from Guangzhou to Paris, on…
Air France and Czech Airlines will codeshare on flights between Paris and Prague following the renewal of a previous bilateral agreement. During winter 2011-12, the two airlines will operate…
Rocco Forte Hotels has created a series of exclusive packages for guests from the Middle East visiting its properties over the Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha holiday periods.From now until the…
Directline Holidays has revealed that the Greek islands have been catching up with sales to Majorca this summer. The online travel agent saw sales to Larnaca in Cyprus increase 28% last…
Hotel rates across Europe have continued to increase compared to last year, despite coming in at the lowest this year. Thirty nine of trivago's top 50 European cities showed more than 5%…
European cities are a favourite choice amongst British travellers for the August bank holiday weekend, according to a data analyst. TravelClick has used its data to reveal that Rome has a…
Emirates Holidays, the tour-operating arm of Emirates airline is offering a number of special Eid getaway packages to popular destinations worldwide.The company is offering a holiday package…
Marriott International has expanded its Autograph Collection in Europe following the addition of six Boscolo Hotels. Boscolo's properties in Rome, Venice, Prague and Budapest are to join the…
Czech Airlines and Etihad Airways have signed a new codeshare agreement. The move will see Czech Airlines launch new direct flights between Abu Dhabi and Prague, and offer onward global…
Czech Airlines and Etihad Airways have signed a new codeshare agreement. The move will see Czech Airlines launch new direct flights between Abu Dhabi and Prague, and offer onward global…
Rocco Forte Hotels has created a series of exclusive packages for guests from the Middle East visiting its properties over the Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha holiday periods.From 24 August to…
bmibaby has announced seven new destinations in its summer 2012 schedule. The airline will operate flights to Gaibrltar, Corfu, Murcia and Naples from East Midlands Airport next year. It has…
The Czech Republic is keen to enlarge its tourism base from India, which has seen a 35% growth in arrivals to the European country.Prague and other attractions of the European country, known…
Cities in Eastern Europe have been listed as the cheapest for a city break, according to a new Post Office report. The City Costs Barometer lists Riga in Latvia as the best bargain city,…
Last night the Asian travel industry pulled together in a huge gesture of support and solidarity to revive Japan and help those affected by the recent earthquake and tsunami. More than 100…
Dertour has witnessed a 40 percent rise in bookings to Prague, Budapest and Paris through its travel agent partners. The tour operator has attributed the trend to its technology upgrade…
The Leisure Pass Group has expanded into its sixth country with the launch of the Copenhagen city card. cOPENhagen CARD joins Prague the UK, US, Sweden, France and Czech…
A new entrant to the Indian outbound scene is the Czech Republic, which has set up shop in India recently and was active during SATTE 2011. Radka Neumannova, Director of Czech…
Hotels in the UK, Germany and Scandinavia have seen some of the largest increases in overnight prices as tourists flock to Christmas markets and shopping districts. According to…
Jet2.com is launching a series of new routes for summer 2011. The low cost carrier has announced plans to fly from Manchester to Hurghada in Egypt and Bodrum in Turkey. In addition, the…
Low cost carrier, Jet2.com has announced new routes from Newcastle international Airport.Services will include flights to Krakow, Prague and Toulouse from the North East, as…
VisitBritain and the Beatles Story has launched a campaign to bring Czech travellers to Liverpool. Ex-Beatles drummer Pete Best and his band performed an exclusive concert in Prague earlier…
Hong Kong has fallen in the cost of living stakes but high prices in the SAR are still detracting from its competitiveness as a business location, according to the latest Cost of Living…
New Delhi, Delhi, May 27, 2010 /India PRwire/ -- The latest to jump on to the bandwagon of the fast growing Indian outbound market is the Visegrad Cooperation consisting of 4…
Emirates Holidays is anticipating a "bumper summer" as package holiday demand proves more robust in 2010.Hans Haensel, Senior Vice President of the Emirates Group's Destination &…
Emirates Holidays will be launching mini brochures promoting deals to Amsterdam, Prague and Madrid as each of these destinations come online in 2010. The tour operator said the…
Singapore, 7 April 2010 - Dubai-based Emirates has embarked on a global recruitment drive to increase its 11,000-strong cabin crew, as the international airline continues…
Finnair has recommended that its customers use its text message and internet check-in services over Easter.Online check-in can be done on the day before the flight for all Finnair and…
DUBAI, U.A.E., 23rd March 2010 - If you're hoping to deliver an 'out of this world' event, it always helps if an astronaut turns up. Dutch astronaut Andre Kuipers joined…
London, 17 March 2010 - eRevMax, hotel revenue management expert, and XOTELS, hotel management consultants, have partnered to offer a series of seminars and…
eRevMax and XOTELS have partnered to offer a series of seminars and educational courses under the name RateTiger Academy.Courses will help hoteliers gain better control over travel channels…
DUBAI, U.A.E., 14th March 2010 - Emirates has doubled its regional lounge offering in the UK within the space of just six months.A brand new luxury lounge has been officially…
Emirates has doubled its premium lounge offering in the UK within the space of just six months.A new lounge has now opened in Birmingham representing the first such facility to be offered by…
Emirates Airline will add another A380 to its London Heathrow route from July 1 this year.In addition to the daily EK 001 from Dubai, the A380 will also be deployed on EK 003,…
Singapore, 11 March 2010 - More aircraft, more flights, new lounges and new recruits - these are just some of the developments the international airline of the UAE will share…
DUBAI, U.A.E., 8th March 2010: Emirates passengers can look forward to a warm welcome on and off the aircraft after the airline unveiled plans to launch direct services to Senegal…
Great Hotels of the World (GHOTW: http://www.ghotw.com) officially launches the brand new 2010 Luxury Travel Collection directory at ITB Berlin. The latest edition of the annual coffee…
Great Hotels of the World (GHOTW: http://www.ghotw.com) officially launches the brand new 2010 Luxury Travel Collection directory at ITB Berlin. The latest edition of the annual coffee…
Dubai-based Arabian Adventures has cited the UK as a key source market for growth this year with both leisure and corporate travel looking strong.The firm's senior vice president,…
The trivago Hotel Price Index shows that European hotel prices have increased by three percent in February in comparison to the previous month. Hotel accommodation in the United Kingdom is…
DUBAI, U.A.E., 2nd February 2010: Ryder Cup Europe today announced that Emirates, the international carrier of the UAE, will be the Official Airline of The 2010 Ryder Cup…
DUBAI, U.A.E., 2nd February 2010: Ryder Cup Europe today announced that Emirates, the international carrier of the UAE, will be the Official Airline of The 2010 Ryder Cup…
Singapore, 2nd February 2010 - One of the world's most visited countries, Italy, has been brought closer to Singapore travellers after Emirates' flights to Rome from Dubai…
KISS-ME-QUICK Spanish resort Benidorm has out sold Paris, Rome and Venice for short breaks over Valentine's weekend, according to TravelRepublic.co.uk.The online travel giant has seen sales…
- One of the world's most visited countries, Italy, has been brought closer to international travellers after Emirates' flights to Rome went double daily.As of today, the…
DUBAI, U.A.E., 13th January, 2009 : The UAE's position as the hub - and most popular destination - for cruise ships in the Middle East will be consolidated next month…
As the new decade opens up new realms of possibility, it also shapes new travel trends along with a 52 percent increase in search on last yearCheapflights UK, the UK's leading…
DUBAI, U.A.E., 7th January 2010 - Emirates airline will advance its existing operation to Jakarta with the introduction of a double-daily service, effective 1st March…
Oz-Bus, The epic adventure bus company that runs tours from London to Sydney and London to New York is now selling a new shorter option, London to Kathmandu, commencing on…
By opting for Eurolines instead of plane or car, you can reduce your carbon footprint by approximately 80%. This is exactly the scale of reduction Scientists are telling us to…
Christmas came early for Doncaster Sheffield Airport today (10th December) when easyJet, the largest UK airline, announced that it would be making the UK's newest airport,…
Travel search site Skyscanner (www.Skyscanner.net) reveals the most popular destinations that Brits are heading to for New Year.The data, based on user flight searches on the Skyscanner…
Prague (26 October 2009) - The good news for the business meetings and professional conferences industries is that fear of the H1N1 "swine" influenza is not a factor in either bookings nor…
(Shanghai, September 22, 2009) - The curtain has risen on Shanghai's most anticipated entertainment emporium, Gosney & Kallman's CHINATOWN. Reigniting the fun and…
QANTAS FREQUENT FLYER ANY SEAT AWARDS GLOBAL EXPANSIONSYDNEY, 8 September 2009: Qantas Frequent Flyer today announced the expansion of Qantas Any Seat Awards* to include 100 new…
Marriott launches Global Rate Break Now, for a short time, Marriott is offering its best incentive this year to pack your bags and relax in one of more than 2,500…
STR Global, the hotel benchmarking leader, has given its first review of the international hotel market for 2008 in a presentation by James Chappell, Managing Director, to the audience of…
Malaysia's long-haul low-cost carrier, AirAsia X, is weighing its options for Europe following the announcement that its London Stansted-Kuala Lumpur (KL) service will take off on…
Atlanta-based Delta Air Lines has announced it is adding 15 new international routes for its Summer 2009 schedules, including service to 12 destinations not flown by any other US…
Airlines that need loans next year to buy planes will face difficulties amid a deepening credit crisis, according to aircraft financiers quoted in a Bloomberg report. Carriers generally…
Czech low-cost carrier, Smart Wings, will double its number of weekly flights between Prague and Dubai. From November the airline will operate four weekly services, 2 in each…
By N Gunalan The annual ranking of top cities for association meetings features some rising Asian stars even as Singapore continued to lead the pack. The listing by ICCA…
The Scotsman quoted chief executive Sue Stuart as saying that she had "serious concerns" - the city has been set the goal of increasing its tourism revenues by 63% by 2015 so that…
Thai police clamp down on Valentine sexAlarmed by polls showing one in four Thai teens will celebrate St Valentine's Day by having sex, Thai police plan to swoop on…
British Airways believes love doesn't cease after February 14. It has come up with five holiday themes that couples can experience when they visit Europe at any time of the year. For…
Chief executive officer Azran Osman-Rani told the New Straits Times that the carrier had begun negotiations with several cities including Newcastle in New South Wales and Avalon in Victoria.…
The airline will operate direct flights to Siem Reap from Osaka (Kansai), Tokyo (Narita) and Nagoya (Chubu) using Boeing 767 aircraft. The aircraft will have a capacity of 200…
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