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Delta sees spike in demand ahead of US reopening
As the United States reopens to fully vaccinated international travellers, Delta Air Lines is reuniting families and friends who have been kept apart for the past 20 months.
Etihad signs Thailand partnership as country reopens
Etihad and the Tourism Authority of Thailand have formed a long-term strategic partnership to develop and promote quality tourism experiences in the country for travellers from the Gulf region.
Sani/Ikos Group unveils European expansion plans
Sani/Ikos Group continues its growth plan with the acquisition of four new properties in Greece and Iberia and the expansion of two existing resorts.
Sabeel Fountains unveiled at Expo 2020 Dubai
A series of almost 40 eye-catching drinking fountains designed to both refresh and wow visitors to the biggest cultural gathering in the world, can now be found across the Expo 2020 site.
Qatar Airways returns Airbus A380 to service
A Qatar Airways Airbus A380 took to the skies for the first time in more than 18 months earlier, positioning the aircraft from Doha International Airport to Hamad International Airport.
Fidiyanto joins culinary team at Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah
Waldorf Astoria Dubai Palm Jumeirah’s south-east Asian restaurant, Lao, has welcomed a new chef de cuisine, Bayu Fidiyanto, from Surabaya on the island of Java, Indonesia.
WTM London Virtual to return next week
WTM & TF Virtual - the two-day virtual event that takes place on Monday and Tuesday - has finalised its programme of on-demand sessions.
Accor becomes official partner of Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024
Paris 2024 President Tony Estanguet and Chairman and CEO of the Accor Group Sébastien Bazin announced a partnership between Paris 2024 and Accor at the Destination France Summit, which took place today in Paris and was attended by the French President Emmanuel Macron.
Marriott reports continued recovery in third quarter
Marriott International has reported an operating income of $545 million in the 2021 third quarter, compared to 2020 third quarter reported operating income of $252 million.
Boeing 777X to debut at Dubai Airshow
The Boeing 777X will make its international debut during the 2021 Dubai Airshow this month. It will be part of a showcase of commercial, defence and services products from the manufacturer.
IATA: Domestic demand drives slow recovery in aviation
The International Air Transport Association has recorded a moderate rebound in air travel in September compared to August’s performance, largely driven by domestic flights.
Bvlgari Hotel Paris to join collection next month
Bvlgari Hotels & Resorts will open Bvlgari Hotel Paris at 30 Avenue George V on December 2nd. This new hotel experience mingles Italian excellence with the magnificent culture of the City of Lights.