Travel Industry News Page 556
The new, more sophisticated Riu Palace La Mola opens; now a four-star superior hotel
The Hotel Riu La Mola, located on the island of Formentera, opens its doors after undergoing a complete transformation to become part of the Riu Palace line, the hotel chain’s top-of-the-line option, perfectly embodying the exclusive charm of the Mediterranean island. In addition, the hotel, which boasts an exceptional location next to Migjorn beach, has been upgraded from a four-star to a four-star superior hotel.
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays’ new Jerez and Pula programmes take flight for Summer 25!
Jet2.com and Jet2holidays have waved off their first flights on their brand-new routes to Jerez and Pula, marking the launch of two new destinations for Summer 25. The busy flights signal the start of the companies offering flights to Jerez for Summer 25, opening up holidays to the stunning Costa de la Luz region, as well as the new route to Pula, creating a gateway to the beautiful Istrian Coast.
Delta supports marine conservation efforts in Chile
Delta Air Lines is partnering with the Patagonia Azul Foundation to protect and restore some of the world’s most vulnerable marine ecosystems. This collaboration focuses on empowering local communities in southern Chile by providing advanced technology and specialized training to enhance marine conservation efforts. The Patagonia Azul Foundation is a Chilean non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of the Chilean Patagonian Sea, founded with the support of Sylvia Earle, renowned oceanographer and advocate for marine protection through her NGO Mission Blue.
ATOBA, easyJet, and World Fuel sign a Memorandum of Understanding to develop long term supply of SAF
easyJet and ATOBA Energy (ATOBA), in partnership with World Fuel Services (World Fuel) have announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding for the development of long-term supply of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) for easyJet’s operations in Europe and the UK. The agreement supports the airline’s decarbonisation strategy and is expected to unlock the SAF value chain through the combination of ATOBA’s SAF aggregation, enabling management of pricing and supply volatility risk for airlines and will be further enhanced by World Fuel’s global jet fuel logistics, blending, storage and distribution infrastructure.
Fast, Free Wi-Fi for Aeroplan Members sponsored by Bell now on Air Canada
Fast, free Wi-Fi for Aeroplan members took off today on board Air Canada’s flights across North America and to-and-from Sun destinations in Mexico and the Caribbean. Sponsored by Bell, the new service means customers can enjoy streaming video services and gaming on their personal devices and makes Air Canada a leader in connectivity.
TUI boosts capacity at Cardiff Airport for Summer 26
TUI has announced a further major expansion at Cardiff Airport with new routes added to its flying programme, as well as boosted frequency to some of the most popular holiday destinations for Welsh travellers. The additional capacity gives holidaymakers even more choice and flexibility for a summer getaway from their local airport.
DET and Visa sign strategic collaboration for tourism growth
The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Visa, a global leader in digital payments, to facilitate further increases in international tourism inflows and elevate the visitor experience across the city. Signed during the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai, the MoU will harness Visa’s data-driven insights to optimise marketing campaigns, streamline tourism services, and deliver tailored promotions for visitors.
flynas signs MoU with Safran to equip its next 60 A320neo aircraft with the latest generation seats
flynas, the Saudi air carrier and the leading low-cost airline in the Middle East and worldwide, has announced signing an agreement with Safran, one of the world's leading manufacturers of aircraft seats, for both crew and passengers. This agreement is to equip the next 60 new A320neo aircraft joining flynas fleet with the latest-generation seats that set a new standard of comfort and convenience in the low-cost aviation. The seats' new features were introduced during Arabian Travel Market, held in Dubai, in the presence of flynas Chairman, Ayed Al Jeaid, Bander Almohanna, Managing Director and CEO of flynas, and Safran Seats France EVP Quentin Munier.
Aer Lingus launches new Dublin-Indianapolis Route with fares from just €249
Aer Lingus launched its new direct route from Dublin to Indianapolis, bringing seamless transatlantic travel to the Midwest sporting hub. Launched on May 3, 2025, the airline now operates four weekly flights connecting Ireland with Indianapolis and providing the only direct nonstop service between Indiana’s capital and Europe.
Jetstar celebrates its first service between Christchurch and Cairns
Jetstar's first flight from Christchurch to Cairns took place last week, marking a major milestone in the airline’s trans-Tasman expansion in New Zealand. Passengers on the inaugural flights were welcomed with celebrations on both sides of the Tasman, highlighting the excitement surrounding the launch of this new connection.
From Centre Court to the Algarve: Play Like a Pro at Pine Cliffs Resort
With tennis season in full swing and the world gearing up for Wimbledon (30 June – 13th July), Pine Cliffs, a Luxury Collection Resort in the Algarve, invites guests to channel their inner champion with its premium tennis and padel facilities. As global interest in tennis continues to rise with participation surging to over 106 million players worldwide, Wimbledon remains a pinnacle event inspiring many to pick up a racket each summer.*
Verteil Technologies becomes launch NDC aggregator for Riyadh Air
Riyadh Air and Verteil Technologies have announced a strategic partnership that will see Verteil become the launch NDC (New Distribution Capability) aggregator, marking a major milestone in Riyadh Air’s offer and order-based digital distribution journey. Through this collaboration, travel sellers across the globe will gain seamless access to Riyadh Air’s NDC content via Verteil’s industry-leading platform, Verteil Direct Connect (VDC), reinforcing a shared commitment to innovation and excellence in airline retailing.