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Singapore Airlines Elevates First Class with Fresh Tomato Revolution
Spirit sales soar when airlines swap tomato water for real ingredients. Singapore Airlines, recently crowned Best First Class Airline and Best Long-Haul Airline of 2025, has selected Longbottom & Co. as its exclusive tomato mixer partner across Suites, First, and Business Class, ending a decade-long search for a Bloody Mary that passengers re-order.The move signals the aviation industry's overdue reckoning with tomato juice quality. While other mixers evolved from concentrates to premium offerings, tomato juice remained stuck in the 1970s – until now.
Turkish Airlines signs codeshare agreement with Airlink
Turkish Airlines, flag carrier of Türkiye, has signed a comprehensive codeshare agreement with South Africa-based Airlink to strengthen its presence on the African continent. The partnership, which will take effect on August 1, 2025, was signed during a ceremony held at Airlink’s head office in Johannesburg.
Dusit International expands across the lodging spectrum, launches ninth hotel brand – Dusit Hotels
Dusit International, one of Thailand’s leading hotel and property development companies, has expanded its global hospitality portfolio with the official launch of Dusit Hotels – its ninth hotel brand – designed to deliver tailored upper-upscale experiences that balance brand consistency with the unique needs of each market in strategic city and leisure destinations worldwide.
Qatar Airways Launches Privilege Club Pro: A Loyalty Subscription Programme
Qatar Airways’ loyalty programme has launched Privilege Club Pro, a subscription service for members to seamlessly collect additional Avios and Qpoints on a monthly basis. This marks the first time a loyalty programme with Avios has introduced a subscription that allows members to collect status points, setting a new standard for how members can boost their rewards and tier status.
British & Irish Lions Finn Russell, Tommy Freeman and Andrew Porter provide superfan welcome
With thousands of fans descending on Australia to follow the action of the Qatar Airways British & Irish Lions Tour 2025, IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), the Official Hotel Partner, has upped the ante on unmissable fan moments by delivering the ultimate surprise and delight welcome like no other.
Hilton Signs First Tapestry Collection by Hilton in Saudi Arabia with Al Musbah Group
Hilton has announced the signing of Diyar Ajwa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, in partnership with Al Musbah Group – marking the debut of the lifestyle Tapestry Collection brand in Saudi Arabia. Expected to open later in 2025, the new signing reinforces Hilton’s continued expansion in the Kingdom and adds to its growing presence in one of the world’s most significant religious tourism destinations. With this addition, Hilton remains on track to reach its milestone of 100 hotels trading and in the pipeline across Saudi Arabia.
Experience the Best of the Algarve, Portugal: Spectacular Stays and Authentic Culinary Delights Awai
The Algarve in southern Portugal continues to boost its reputation as one of Europe's most sought-after destinations with an array of refined accommodation and mouth-watering culinary experiences. Visit Algarve share their recommendations of where to stay and experience authenticity, history and ultimate relaxation, plus enjoy the culinary delights the region has to offer.
Emirates recognised as 2025’s Most Recommended Global Brand by YouGov
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has topped the rankings as YouGov’s Most Recommended Global Brand for 2025, a testament to the airline’s longstanding ‘Fly Better’ promise. Emirates is the only airline to be featured on the global top 10 list.
IHG Launches First Kimpton Hotel in Indonesia
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s largest hotel groups, has signed a management agreement with PT Mustika Adiperkasa and GHS K.K to introduce the first Kimpton in Indonesia. Set to open its doors in early 2026, Kimpton Bali Ubud will also be the first IHG hotel to open in Bali’s cultural heart of Ubud as IHG continues to expand its luxury & lifestyle presence across the country.
Monarch hangar refurb to create 150 jobs at LLA
The operator and owner of London Luton Airport (LLA) are laying the foundation for up to 150 new jobs following an £11.5 million refurbishment programme that includes two new aircraft engineering and repair hangars and a new airport logistics consolidation centre. The new premises will be housed in previously vacant hangars, once owned by Monarch Airlines and acquired by LLA in February 2024.
AN ICON, REIMAGINED: Hotel Arts Barcelona Unveils its Vision of the Future
Hotel Arts Barcelona, Europe's uniquely artistic urban resort known for its stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea and its impressive contemporary art collection, unveils its vision for the future that will further enhance its reputation as the gem of Barcelona's skyline. The hotel embarked last year on a multi-phase, property-wide reimagining project that aims to create a contemporary oasis for tomorrow's travellers while celebrating its rich history.
Singapore Airlines Group And Mandai Wildlife Group Team Up
The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group and Mandai Wildlife Group have launched a three-year strategic partnership aimed at enhancing Singapore’s appeal as a top travel destination, co-creating customer experiences through exclusive privileges, and spotlighting the interesting yet crucial work of wildlife conservation for the planet. The collaboration champions Singapore’s vision of being a City in Nature with the Mandai Wildlife Reserve as a unique window to the wild.