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JetBlue and Fidelis New Energy Sign Agreement for 92 Million Gallons of Sustainable Aviation Fuel
JetBlue and Fidelis New Energy, have announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to provide JetBlue at least 92 million gallons of blended sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) from Fidelis’ Grön Fuels GigaSystem™ at the Port of Greater Baton Rouge in Louisiana.
South African Airways (SAA) introduces new routes just in time for the festive season.
South African Airways (SAA) introduces new routes just in time for the festive season. The airline commences services to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, Windhoek in Namibia, and a special schedule for Ggeberha from Johannesburg, OR Tambo International Airport.
Emirates performs a National Day double flypast
Thousands of spectators were treated to a spectacular low-level flypast over the Sevens Stadium last week, in celebration of the biggest and longest-running sports and entertainment festival in the Middle East – the Emirates Dubai 7s.
SWISS and Switzerland Tourism promote carbon-neutral air travel
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) and Switzerland Tourism, the Swiss national tourism promotion organization, are expanding their existing collaboration into the sustainability field.
THAI And Singapore Airlines Sign MoU To Forge New Strategic Partnership
Thai Airways International Public Company Limited (THAI) and Singapore Airlines (SIA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to form a new strategic partnership. This will result in the airlines progressively code sharing more extensively on each other’s services and exploring wide-ranging commercial collaboration that provides their customers with more options and value, as well as greater benefits and an enhanced travel experience.
Marriott International Expands Luxury Portfolio in Mexico
Poised to transform the all-inclusive category and inspire a shift in consumer perception, All-Inclusive by Marriott Bonvoy® has announced the signing of three exciting all-inclusive luxury resorts in Mexico with international developer, AB Living Group (AB Living).
Hyatt Zilara Debuts in Riviera Maya
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and Playa Hotels & Resorts N.V. last week announced the opening of Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya. Nestled in the secluded region of Riviera Maya, Mexico, Hyatt Zilara Riviera Maya is surrounded by lush mangroves, with easy access to the Cancun International Airport and only six miles from Playa del Carmen.
Tam Dao honoured as world’s leading town destination 2022
The People’s Committees of northern Vinh Phuc province and Tam Dao district held a ceremony on December 2 to announce the award honouring Tam Dao as the world’s leading town destination in 2022. The title was previously announced at the 29th World Travel Awards held in Oman in November this year.
Reuben Brothers Accelerates Plans to Bring Waldorf Astoria to Admiralty Arch
Plans to convert Admiralty Arch, one of London’s most iconic historical landmarks, into a luxury hotel under the Waldorf Astoria brand are accelerating under new ownership with Reuben Brothers.
IHG Hotels & Resorts heralds two new signings in Portugal
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, is delighted to announce the recent signing of Convent Square Hotel Lisbon - Vignette Collection, and Crowne Plaza Caparica Lisbon.
CHRISTMAS IN LAPLAND IS BACK AND BIGGER THAN EVER
TUI, the UK’s largest travel company, started its biggest Lapland programme last Wednesday, with more Christmas joy than ever.
ROYAL CARIBBEAN INTERNATIONAL BREAKS BOOKINGS RECORDS FOR THIRD TIME IN 2022
In just under five weeks, Royal Caribbean International has set new bookings records yet again. This Black Friday was the cruise line’s single largest booking day in its 53-year history, which marked the third time the record was broken in 2022 and the peak of what is now the brand’s highest volume booking week