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Hilton Scales Up Green Ramadan Initiative in 2025
Today, Hilton announced the results of its Green Ramadan 2025 initiative, revealing a 26% reduction in post-consumer plate waste during the holy month. The month-long effort helped avoid more than 2.6 tonnes of food waste, the equivalent of more than 6,000 meals – reinforcing Hilton’s commitment to reducing food waste across its hotels through consistent, measurable impact.
Escape to Paradise with the Indigo Lotus Package at The Slate Phuket
Immerse yourself in a world of indulgence, mystery, and beauty with the exclusive Indigo Lotus Package at The Slate Phuket. Inspired by the hit HBO series The White Lotus, this one-of-a-kind resort experience transports you to a realm of luxurious comfort, stunning landscapes, and unforgettable adventures, but without any murder or scandals.
Namia River Retreat: Hoi An's Hidden Charm - A New Chapter Of Wellness Hospitality In Vietnam
Nestled on a secluded islet along the Thu Bon River, Namia River Retreat opened its doors in December 2024 as Hoi An's first and only luxury resort offering all private pool villas. This wellness-inclusive resort introduces a new kind of travel to Vietnam's central coast - one where every stay includes traditional Vietnamese therapies, daily wellness rituals, and riverside cultural immersions.
Lisbon Gets Into the Swing for National Golf Day
With National Golf Day approaching on 4 October, now is the perfect time for golf enthusiasts to start planning a trip to Lisbon to celebrate this beloved sport. Boasting over 20 golf courses across the Lisbon region, the destination offers unparalleled variety, stunning scenery and mild weather, making it the ultimate golfing getaway. To mark National Golf Day, the Lisbon Tourism Association highlights three exceptional 9-hole courses that provide a perfect mix of challenge, beauty and accessibility:
Airline Profitability to Strengthen Slightly in 2025 Despite Headwinds
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced updates to its 2025 airline industry financial outlook, showing improved profitability over 2024 and resilience in the face of global economic and political shifts.
Policy Shortcomings Puts SAF Production at Risk
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that it expects Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) production to reach 2 million tonnes (Mt) (2.5 billion liters) or 0.7% of airlines’ total fuel consumption in 2025.
$1.3 Billion in Airline Funds Blocked by Governments
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) reported that $1.3 billion in airline funds are blocked from repatriation by governments as of end April 2025. This is a significant amount, although it is an improvement of 25% compared with the $1.7 billion reported for October 2024. IATA urged governments to remove all barriers preventing airlines from the timely repatriation of their revenues from ticket sales and other activities in accordance with international agreements and treaty obligations.
Emirates Partners with Al Ain FC
Emirates and Al Ain Football Club have today announced a partnership which will see the airline as an Official Partner of the Club. The partnership comes as Al Ain FC marks a historic milestone, earning a spot in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup™. The Club will compete at the prestigious FIFA tournament kicking off on 14 June in the US. Emirates will also become the Official Airline Partner of the Club during the 25/26 season.
Springboks to Face Barbarians FC in 3rd Edition of the Qatar Airways Cup
Qatar Airways is proud to announce the 3rd edition of the Qatar Airways Cup, an event that has quickly become an exciting staple in the global rugby calendar. The match will see reigning Rugby World Cup Champions South Africa face the famous British-based Barbarians FC at DHL Stadium, Cape Town, on Saturday, 28 June 2025. It will be the first-ever men’s teams clash between the two sides on South African soil.
Celebrating World Reef Day: A Reflection on Conservation and Our Oceans
Every year on June 1st, people around the globe come together to observe World Reef Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the critical role coral reefs play in our ecosystem and the urgent need to protect them. This annual event serves as a poignant reminder of the beauty, diversity, and significance of coral reefs, as well as the threats they face from human activities and climate change.
Croatia Airlines outlines A220-100 deployment
Croatia Airlines is due to take delivery of its first 127-seat Airbus A220-100 aircraft in October. As the carrier continues its transition to an all A220 fleet, the jet will become the smallest aircraft in its fleet, which will be dominated by the slightly larger A220-300s. Starting October 26, the airline plans to deploy the aircraft exclusively between Zagreb and Brussels. It will replace the 76-seat Dash 8 turboprop which was primarily utilised on the service the previous winter season. At this point, between late October 2025 and late March 2026, the aircraft will not be used on any other route, however, this is subject to change at this early stage.
EgyptAir extends 777 leases and refurbishes fleet to sustain growth
EgyptAir has signed a deal with lessor AerCap to extend the leases on its fleet of five Boeing 777-300ERs.