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NATIONAL CARRIER TO LAND IN WESTERN SYDNEY
The Qantas Group and Western Sydney International Airport have reached a landmark agreement that will see both Qantas and Jetstar operating domestic flights from the new airport when it opens in late 2026
Escape the summer heat with cooler air fares from Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways is welcoming the summer break with cooler fares offering special prices on tickets in both Economy and Business.
World's Sky During Hajj
Six Saudi international airports, four of which are among world's top 100 airports, are on high alert. These airports will receive 1.7 million pilgrims during Hajj season, via 7,700 flights
South African Airways given the green light for a significant expansion of its fleet
South African Airways is pleased to announce that it has been given the green light for a significant expansion of its fleet to pave the way for the national carrier to relaunch international routes and increase seat capacity for its regional and domestic destinations.
Ethiopian to Enhance Passenger Experience
The pan-African carrier has selected award-winning GX Aviation connectivity and Airbus’ integrated satellite connectivity solution HBCplus for its upcoming new A350-1000 aircraft
SWISS serves meal creations from the ‘Aux Trois Amis’ restaurant in Canton Bern
Starting today, SWISS will be offering culinary specialities from Canton Bern to First and Business Class travellers on its long-haul flights. The latest meal creations in the airline’s ‘SWISS Taste of Switzerland’ inflight food and beverage programme are from the kitchen of Marc Joshua Engel and Cynthia Lauper, co-hosts at the ‘Aux Trois Amis’ gourmet restaurant in Schernelz on Lake Biel. SWISS Premium Economy Class travellers can also enjoy a three-course meal aloft featuring specialities inspired by the Bern region.
American elevates onboard customer experience throughout summer travel season
American Airlines is elevating the summer travel experience with offerings that will deliver a consistent and connected inflight experience for all customers this travel season.
Accor partners with start-up Alltheway
To continue to better address travelers’ needs and shape the hospitality of the future, Accor is supporting the solution launched by Alltheway which seeks to make travel easier for people by transporting their baggage between city centers and airports.
Lindner Properties Joining World of Hyatt in Phases Beginning in June 2023
More than 30 ‘Lindner Hotels and Resorts’ and ‘me and all hotels’ properties soon bookable through Hyatt.com, increasing brand footprint in Germany and European destinations
Thompson Hotels Expands Culture Lives Here Program with New Creative Activations and Experiences
The Thompson Hotels Brand Embraces Each Destination’s Culture with Dynamic Showcases, Unique Events, and Bespoke ‘A Taste of Thompson’ Dinner Parties
Experience Korea in the heart of London with KOREA NOW festival
This month, London will play host to a brand-new Korean festival connecting Korean culture and landscapes. The festival celebrates both the Visit Korea Year 2023-24, and the 140th anniversary of relations between the UK and Korea.
Summer concerts, festivals in Bergamo and Brescia during Italian Capital of Culture 2023
A long summer of pop will celebrate Italian Capital of Culture 2023: hundreds of events in Bergamo and Brescia to fill the summer days and nights with life, music and colour.