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AirAsia Launches New Kuala Lumpur to Ahmedabad Route, Expanding India Connectivity
AirAsia has unveiled plans to add a new route connecting Kuala Lumpur to Ahmedabad, India’s first UNESCO World Heritage City, starting on May 1, 2024. This marks AirAsia’s eleventh route to India and its third new route in 2024.
Finnair Launches Year-Round Service to Tartu, Estonia, Enhancing Connectivity
Finnair is set to commence a year-round service to Tartu in Southern Estonia, starting from March 31. This new route will connect the university city to Helsinki with two daily flights six days a week.
Emirates Offers Wellness Tips for a Better Flying Experience in 2024
Emirates is sharing tips on how to have a healthier and less stressful flying experience in 2024. The airline suggests utilizing technology for stress reduction, keeping hand luggage light to avoid discomfort, enjoying wellness content on their inflight entertainment system, doing in-seat exercises to improve circulation, and savoring nutritious, locally sourced meals.
Qatar Airways Holidays Launches Fan Travel Packages for Inter Milan Matches at San Siro Stadium
Qatar Airways Holidays is providing football fans worldwide with an opportunity to attend Inter Milan matches at the San Siro Stadium by offering comprehensive fan travel packages.
Emirates Launches Global Cabin Crew Recruitment Drive for 5,000 New Members in 2024
Emirates is embarking on a worldwide cabin crew recruitment initiative to hire 5,000 new team members as part of its commitment to providing an exceptional in-flight experience. This recruitment drive is targeted towards fresh graduates, individuals with some hospitality or customer service experience, and those looking for a career involving global travel.
Could adult-only flights really ‘take off’?
The recent news that Dutch carrier Corendon Airlines has started offering adult-only areas on its flights garnered widespread media attention around the world. Rightly so, as it seems that passengers have long been crying out for this service according to an article published in the Spectator that was based on a survey from PhotoAID.
Hamad International Airport Welcomes DHL Boeing 767-300, Strengthening Regional Logistics Hub Status
Hamad International Airport (DOH) celebrated the arrival of the first DHL Boeing 767-300 flight on January 12, marking a significant milestone in DHL’s expansion in Qatar and reinforcing the airport’s position as a regional logistics hub. This collaboration between DOH and DHL aligns with their shared values of excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction while supporting global trade and connectivity.
Singapore Airlines and Government Agencies Strengthen Partnership for Crisis Response
The Ministry of Health (MOH), Public Service Division (PSD), and Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to formalize their collaboration on manpower planning and deployment during national crises, building on their successful partnership established during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Cathay Expands Partnership for Sustainable Aviation Fuel Program
Cathay is reinforcing its commitment to sustainability by welcoming three new partners into its Corporate Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Programme, aimed at reducing carbon emissions in the aviation industry
Iberia Announces Creation of New Company to Secure Future Amid Airport Licensing Changes
In response to recent airport licensing changes that impacted Iberia’s operations at eight airports in its network, the airline has unveiled a strategic plan to create a new company, majority-owned by the IAG group with Iberia as the majority stakeholder.
RIYADH SEASON ANNOUNCES THE NEW BLVD RUNWAY, FEATURING WORLD-CLASS ENTERTAINMENT EXPERIENCES
H.E. Advisor Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the General Entertainment Authority (GeA) has announced the start of construction of the new BLVD Runway, as one of the Riyadh Season zones, in cooperation with Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia). The zone offers fresh adventures on five planes.
Qatar Airways Touches Down its Inaugural Flight in Medan, Indonesia
Qatar Airways’ inaugural flight from Doha to Medan has touched down at Kualanamu International Airport on Monday, 15 January 2024, marking Medan the airline’s third destination in the Republic of Indonesia. The new direct service will complement the award-winning airline’s over 40 weekly flights to Jakarta and Bali.