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Wi-Fly! Virgin Atlantic becomes the first UK airline to announce free, fleet-wide Starlink Wi-Fi

Wi-Fly! Virgin Atlantic becomes the first UK airline to announce free, fleet-wide Starlink Wi-Fi

Virgin Atlantic is the first UK airline to announce plans to introduce Starlink in-flight connectivity. The airline will begin installing streaming-quality Wi-Fi on its Boeing 787s, Airbus A350s, and A330neos from Q3 2026, with the installation expected to be completed by the end of 2027. By leveraging the world's most advanced satellite constellation in low Earth orbit, Starlink offers high-speed, low-latency internet access around the world, including the most isolated areas. This makes for a reliable, fast, and secure user experience. The fastest Wi-Fi in the skies will be offered entirely free of charge for Flying Club members, creating a digitally connected cabin, across its entire fleet.

Switchfly named Best-in-Class Customer Loyalty Technology Provider by Loyalty360

Switchfly named Best-in-Class Customer Loyalty Technology Provider by Loyalty360

Switchfly, the travel loyalty technology that drives revenue, has been recognized as a 2025 Best-in-Class Customer Loyalty Technology provider by Loyalty360, the Association for Customer Loyalty. Announced during the 2025 Loyalty360 Loyalty Expo in Orlando, the Best-in-Class Awards spotlight companies that are redefining what loyalty means today – through strategy, technology, and real-world results. Winners were selected through a rigorous review process by Loyalty360’s editorial staff, analysts, award judges, and nominations from leading brands and partners.

Lucid Air Grand Touring Wins GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Title with 1,205 kilometers on a Single Charge

Lucid Air Grand Touring Wins GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Title with 1,205 kilometers on a Single Charge

Lucid Group, Inc, maker of the world's most advanced electric vehicles, set a new GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title for the longest journey by an electric car on a single charge last weekend. Covering an incredible range of 1,205 kilometers (~ 749 miles) without charging, the Lucid Air Grand Touring1 conducted its record-breaking journey between St. Moritz, Switzerland and Munich, Germany, including alpine roads, highways, and secondary roads. Lucid exceeded the previous record for the longest journey of 1,045 kilometers set in June 2025 by 160 kilometers.

New Orleans & Company Partners With Mindtrip To Help Visitors Experience The Perfect Getaway

New Orleans & Company Partners With Mindtrip To Help Visitors Experience The Perfect Getaway

Mindtrip, an AI-powered platform that empowers everyone to travel differently, today announced a B2B partnership with New Orleans & Company to transform the DMO's inspiring content into personalized and actionable trip plans for visitors. From the lively sounds of jazz in the French Quarter to absorbing stunning Creole architecture, mouthwatering cuisine, and captivating celebrations, Mindtrip for Business will integrate into neworleans.com, generating custom, end-to-end itineraries — connecting visitors to local businesses and making exploration across the city both exciting and instantly tangible based on personalized traveler interests.

Samson Sky Announces New Pilot Training Program for Flying Car Owners

Samson Sky Announces New Pilot Training Program for Flying Car Owners

In a bid to provide exceptional service for their Switchblade Flying Car customers, Samson Sky proudly announced plans for a cutting-edge pilot training program for those who are not yet pilots. Citing the increasingly large number of non-pilots who have reserved their Switchblade, a high-performance vehicle that both drives and flies, the company intends to use this program to help streamline the customer experience.

RIU partners with TIRME to use 100% renewable electricity from local sources

RIU partners with TIRME to use 100% renewable electricity from local sources

As part of its Proudly Committed sustainability strategy, RIU Hotels & Resorts has signed an agreement with TIRME, Mallorca Environmental Technology Park, to guarantee the supply of 100% renewable electricity generated locally in all of its hotels in the Balearic Islands. The agreement, which applies to 2025, 2026 and 2027, ensures that the electricity consumed by RIU at its Balearic Islands facilities will have a zero carbon footprint from this year onwards.

Avios Subscription Service Powered by Plusgrade Unlocks Predictable Rewards for Finnair Plus Members

Avios Subscription Service Powered by Plusgrade Unlocks Predictable Rewards for Finnair Plus Members

Plusgrade, a global leader in ancillary revenue solutions, and Finnair, the flag carrier of Finland, are proud to announce the launch of a new Avios subscription service, a new way for Finnair Plus members to collect Avios. With flexible plans, a seamless checkout, and a set-and-forget experience, Finnair Plus members can now automatically grow their Avios balance every month—no extra steps required.

FITUR 2026 expands its technological dimension with the introduction of the Knowledge Hub

FITUR 2026 expands its technological dimension with the introduction of the Knowledge Hub

FITUR, the International Tourism Trade Fair, which is taking place from 21 to 25 January 2026 at IFEMA MADRID, reinforces its technological dimension as a key backbone for the development of tourism with the introduction of the Knowledge Hub. Located in Hall 12, it will be occupied by forward-thinking companies from around the world that are benchmarks in the digital ecosystem, and will bring together high-impact, topical content that is defining the future of the industry.

Arival announces three-in-one event in Washington DC to shape the future of travel experiences

Arival announces three-in-one event in Washington DC to shape the future of travel experiences

Arival, the global authority on the in-destination experiences sector, today announced a landmark three-in-one event taking place 29 September – 3 October 2025 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in Washington, DC. The program includes the invite-only Future of Experiences Executive Summit (29 Sept), the AI Forum for Destination Experiences (29–30 Sept), and the flagship Arival 360 conference (30 Sept–3 Oct).

Trip.com Group Champions Sustainable, Inclusive Travel in 2024 Report

Trip.com Group Champions Sustainable, Inclusive Travel in 2024 Report

Trip.com Group, a leading global travel service provider, has released its latest Sustainability Report. The report highlights the company’s significant progress in sustainability, centred around its “Friendly Four” framework -Stakeholder-Friendly, Community-Friendly, Family-Friendly, and Environmentally-Friendly. It captures key highlights of the Group’s efforts to advance a more sustainable and inclusive future through innovation, collaboration, and responsible growth.

What Should Middle-Aged People Pay Attention to When Choosing Folding Electric Bicycles?

What Should Middle-Aged People Pay Attention to When Choosing Folding Electric Bicycles?

Life in middle age often brings a redefinition of priorities: health, comfort, flexibility, and the joy of movement come to the forefront. In the UK, where commuting and leisure activities are increasingly approached with greater consciousness, folding electric bikes are growing in popularity. They promise seamless integration into an active lifestyle. Yet, specifically for middle-aged individuals, there are crucial aspects to consider when selecting such an e-bike to avoid disappointment and maximise the return on this investment. It's not just about buying a bike, but finding the right partner for the years to come.