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Boeing sees plane delivers slip by two thirds
Boeing delivered a total of 59 commercial planes in the fourth quarter capping a disappointing year for the American plane manufacturer. In total, the company delivered 157 commercial jets in 2020.
Ascott celebrates record year of growth in 2020
The Ascott added a record of over 14,200 units across 71 properties globally in 2020. Despite Covid-19, the figure exceeds the number of units secured in 2019.
Jet2 cancels all UK outbound trips until March
The leisure operator said the decision to cancel all flights until March 25th was the result of uncertainty surrounding travel restrictions caused by the Covid-19 pandemic.
Cheval Collection to open new London property
Cheval Collection has announced an expansion in London. From the spring, the company will offer a stylish additional property consisting of 30 apartments at Cheval Lexham Gardens.
Volkart to lead two Ritz-Carlton properties in Miami
Jacqueline Volkart has been appointed dual general manager at the newly re-imagined, 376-room Ritz-Carlton, South Beach and the 95-room Ritz-Carlton, Bal Harbour.
APT to launch new vessel with Aled Jones tour
To celebrate the launch of a new Travelmarvel ship from APT this year, Aled Jones will be joining the maiden voyage and offering guests two days of exclusive events.
Las Vegas Sands founder Adelson dead at 87
Sheldon Adelson had recently resumed cancer treatment and was taking a leave of absence from his roles as chairman and chief executive officer of both Las Vegas Sands and Sands China.
Saga launches range of trips in anticipation of travel return
New holidays include a 12-night tour following the path of the Great Migration through Tanzania and Kenya and an 11-night tour, tracking gorillas through the jungles of Uganda.
Heathrow sees huge fall in traffic during 2020
In December, passenger numbers plummeted 83 per cent when compared to 2019, as fears about the new strain of Covid-19 meant countries shut their borders to the UK.
Carnival reports huge fourth quarter loss
Carnival Corporation has reported a net loss of $2.2 billion for the fourth quarter of financial 2020 as the Covid-19 pandemic continues to prevent a return to operation.
UK launches new Global Health Insurance Card
Under Britain’s new agreement with the EU, UK residents’ rights to emergency and medically necessary healthcare will continue when travelling in the region.
Liburd takes top job at Anguilla Tourist Board
Stacey Liburd has been appointed to the position of director of tourism at the Anguilla Tourist Board. The move was confirmed by minister of tourism, Haydn Hughes, earlier.