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Austrian Airlines heads to Boston for spring 2020
Austrian Airlines will begin non-stop flights from Boston to Vienna on March 29th next year, marking the first ever direct connection between the two cities. The carrier will fly a Boeing 767-300ER equipped with 211 seats on the new route.
Hyatt Hotels launches battle against plastic
Hyatt Hotels has unveiled a series of initiatives to reduce waste at its properties globally, including introducing large-format bathroom amenities and reducing single-use water bottles by June 2021.
Val d’Isère prepares to open for new ski season
Snow is already piling up on the pistes above Val d’Isère in spectacular style. It is a timely moment for the resort to announce plans for the official start to the 2019-2020 winter season, with First Tracks.
Airbus prepares BelugaXL for 2020 take-off
The BelugaXL has received its type certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency, paving the way for entry-into-service by early 2020. The aircraft is an integral part of Airbus’ industrial system and a key enabler for production ramp-up requirements beyond 2019.
Oman Air extends support to national football side
Oman Air has extended its support for the Oman Football Association, continuing its role as the official carrier of the national team for 2020. The organisations’ leaders signed the agreement in a ceremony at Muscat International Airport.
Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi to welcome new wellness residencies
Set in the North Shaviyani Atoll, surrounded by nothing but azure Indian Ocean, Fairmont Maldives Sirru Fen Fushi lends itself to those seeking a far-flung healing retreat.
Ward appointed head of global sales with Aman
Based in the Zug office, Greg Ward will help define the future vision and strategy for Aman while working closely with chief operating officer, Roland Fasel. He joins the company from Shangri-La Group, where he was vice president of sales.
Mandarin Oriental signs on for Dallas project
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a luxury hotel in Dallas, Texas. The project, which will also feature branded residences, is scheduled to open in 2022.
Sink Venice: City counts cost following historic floods
Luigi Brugnaro, mayor of Venice, has said flooding in the city will leave a “permanent mark”. With severe flooding in leaving much of the Italian tourism capital under water, the mayor said the disaster was a direct result of climate change.
Centara Ao Nang Beach Resort & Spa opens in Krabi, Thailand
Centara Hotels & Resorts has welcomed the opening of Centara Ao Nang Beach Resort & Spa Krabi, a brand-new upscale resort and the first branded beachfront property in Ao Nang, the popular tourism gateway in southern Thailand.
Celebrity Cruises launches new onboard pricing structure
Celebrity Cruises has announced the launch of ‘Sail Your Way’, a brand-new campaign that lets guests select from a choice of on-board benefits to truly personalise their experience.
New communications chief for Boeing Commercial Airplanes
Conrad Chun has been appointed to the role of vice president of communications for Boeing Commercial Airplanes, effective immediately. Chun will be responsible for explaining developments as the Boeing 737 Max returns to service in the coming months.