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Virgin Atlantic appoints Dave Hodges as Vice President, Americas

Virgin Atlantic appoints Dave Hodges as Vice President, Americas

Virgin Atlantic is delighted to announce the appointment of Dave Hodges as its new Vice President, Americas, effective October 1, 2025. Dave has been at Virgin Atlantic for 12 years, with roles ranging from government affairs, cabin crew operations, and as Country Manager for India, Virgin Atlantic’s third largest market behind the UK and the US. He currently serves as the Head of Heathrow, where he oversees the airline’s operation and presence at its home hub airport.

JAL Group Announces FY2025 Winter Schedule on International and Domestic Network

JAL Group Announces FY2025 Winter Schedule on International and Domestic Network

The JAL Group today announced the Winter schedule for international and domestic routes for fiscal year 2025. International Flights ● To increase capacity in response to strong inbound demand during the winter season, the Narita–Melbourne route will increase from three flights per week to daily service(*1), and the Narita–Shanghai (Pudong) route will be resumed(*2) between October 26 and March 28.

Qatar Airways Launches Travel Packages for the 2026 Qatar TotalEnergies Women’s Open

Qatar Airways Launches Travel Packages for the 2026 Qatar TotalEnergies Women’s Open

Qatar Airways, in partnership with Qatar Airways Holidays, has launched the much-anticipated travel packages for the Qatar TotalEnergies Women’s Open 2026 and the Qatar ExxonMobil Men’s Open 2026. Taking place next year from 8-14 February and 16-21 February respectively, the tournaments will bring world-class tennis action to the heart of Doha.

Two Good to be True: Finnair launches Double Avios and Tier Points

Two Good to be True: Finnair launches Double Avios and Tier Points

Finnair has just announced a new offer, rewarding its loyal Finnair Plus members with the opportunity to collect double Avios and tier points on all new Finnair flight bookings, over the next 10 days. Customers booking between 19 August to 28 August 2025 will receive double Avios and tier points, on all flights through until 23 August 2026, providing ample opportunity to earn points and fast track your tier status.

American Airlines and Stand Up To Cancer “go further together” with annual fundraising campaign

American Airlines and Stand Up To Cancer “go further together” with annual fundraising campaign

American Airlines is proud to support Stand Up To Cancer® (SU2C) for the ninth consecutive year with its 2025 fundraising campaign aimed at advancing innovative cancer research. This year’s effort reflects a shared vision for a future without cancer, with a focus on early cancer detection, understanding your family history and personalized therapies. When it comes to fighting cancer, “Let’s go further, together.” This powerful message is more than just a phrase — it’s a call to action. It underscores the belief that by standing together, we can advance faster toward effective treatments and cures.

Qatar Airways to Begin Operations at The New Terminal One at JFK

Qatar Airways to Begin Operations at The New Terminal One at JFK

Qatar Airways, named World's Best Airline 2025 for a record ninth time by Skytrax, has selected The New Terminal One at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) as its new home in New York. The award-winning carrier will move its operations to the state-of-the-art terminal in 2026 and unveil a premium, 15,000-square-foot Qatar Airways lounge – the airline's first dedicated lounge in both New York City and the United States.

Korean Air and SBB launch Rail & Fly for seamless travel across Switzerland

Korean Air and SBB launch Rail & Fly for seamless travel across Switzerland

Korean Air is enhancing its services for travelers in Switzerland with the launch of a new Rail & Fly program in partnership with Swiss Federal Railways (SBB), starting in August 2025. This new service allows Korean Air passengers to travel comfortably and affordably by train between Zurich Airport and major Swiss cities, including Geneva, Basel, Bern, Lausanne, Interlaken, and St. Gallen.

New AirAsia Platinum Credit Card by AirAsia rewards and RCBC

New AirAsia Platinum Credit Card by AirAsia rewards and RCBC

AirAsia rewards, the loyalty and rewards program of AirAsia’s parent company Capital A, in partnership with Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation (RCBC), introduced the AirAsia Platinum Credit Card, a game-changing credit card that empowers Filipinos to transform everyday spending into rewarding travel experiences. Tapping into the growing synergy between travel and financial empowerment, the AirAsia Platinum Credit Card goes beyond traditional rewards. Cardholders can earn AirAsia points faster at just P22 per point earned, making travel dreams even more accessible with every peso spent.

Incredible demand for Bruges flights – extra departures added

Incredible demand for Bruges flights – extra departures added

Channel Islanders have once again demonstrated their enthusiasm for a magical festive escape with Blue Islands’ special direct Christmas Markets stay programme to Bruges selling out in under a week. In response to demand, the airline has announced additional services, with new departure dates now added from both Guernsey and Jersey for another three-night getaway.

Korean Air unveils newly renovated lounges at Incheon Airport

Korean Air unveils newly renovated lounges at Incheon Airport

Korean Air has completed the first phase of its lounge renewal project at Incheon International Airport, unveiling a fully redesigned Miler Club and Prestige East (Right) Lounge on August 18. In addition, two new Prestige Garden Lounges have opened at the far ends of the terminal, following the airport’s recent expansion.

TAP Air Portugal Partners with Revolut for Seamless Payments & Rewards

TAP Air Portugal Partners with Revolut for Seamless Payments & Rewards

TAP Air Portugal, the leading Portuguese airline, has announced a new strategic partnership with Revolut, the global fintech with over 60 million customers globally, and more than 11 million in the UK. The collaboration will introduce Revolut Pay as a secure one-click checkout option for customers in the UK and Portugal.