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ETIHAD AIRWAYS’ GUEST EXPERIENCE EXCELLENCE HONOURED WITH TRIPLE WORLD TRAVEL AWARDS WIN
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has achieved a remarkable triple victory at the prestigious World Travel Awards 2024, further strengthening its position as a global leader in aviation excellence. The airline secured recognition as the World’s Leading Airline for Customer Experience, World’s Leading Economy Class, and World’s Leading First Class Airline Lounge.
Delta to serve Shake Shack burgers on flights
Delta’s first-of-its-kind partnership with Shake Shack will begin on flights out of Boston on Dec. 1, with plans for expansion to other U.S. markets throughout 2025.
Air Canada Named World’s Leading Airline to North America at World Travel Awards
Air Canada has been named the World’s Leading Airline to North America at the World Travel Awards, reflecting the airline’s ongoing commitment to excellence. Air Canada has been named the World’s Leading Airline to North America at the World Travel Awards, reflecting the airline’s ongoing commitment to excellence. (CNW Group/Air Canada) “We are delighted that the travel trade have acknowledged Air Canada’s international excellence by voting for us at the World Travel Awards. I thank our more than 39,000 dedicated employees who transport customers safely and deliver customer service excellence globally every day. I also extend my appreciation to our loyal customers for their continued support and trust,” said Lisa M. Pierce, Air Canada’s Vice President of Global Sales and Air Canada Vacations.
Royal Brunei Airlines named World’s Leading Cabin Crew at World Travel Awards
Royal Brunei Airlines (RB) has been named the World’s Leading Cabin Crew at the 2024 World Travel Awards in Madeira, Portugal. This is the fifth consecutive year that the Brunei flag carrier has won the title. The award was presented at the Grand Final Gala ceremony at the Savoy Palace, Funchal, Madeira, Portugal on November 24, 2024.
Emirates unveils bold A380 livery celebrating AC Milan’s 125th anniversary
Emirates, the Official Airline Partner and Principal Partner of AC Milan, has unveiled a bold A380 livery emblazoned with the club’s trademark colours, celebrating the Rossoneri’s 125 year-legacy of excellence and generational impact on global football. Both sides of the Emirates A380’s fuselage have been adorned with vibrant red and black stripes, taking inspiration from AC Milan’s logo. The Club’s official badge, displaying Milan’s flag alongside the ACM acronym and founding year, are seamlessly emblazoned right next to the ‘Milan 125’ wordmark. Flanking the design on the other side is the silhouette of a player in the Club’s Emirates ‘Fly Better’ jersey kicking a football in mid-air, symbolizing the spirit of ambition and innovation of the partnership between AC Milan and Emirates
Taking luxury to new heights: British Airways unveils its brand-new First class
British Airways has unveiled its brand-new First seat, combining elegant design with expert British craftsmanship, reflective of modern British luxury travel. The new cabin forms part of the airline’s A380 retrofit plans, expected to take to the skies in mid-2026. The airline’s new First has been carefully designed to provide the feel of a modern luxury hotel, alongside home comforts and thoughtful British touches at 35,000ft. The seat has been beautifully curated by expert designers and world-class manufacturers from all corners of Great Britain and Ireland, including London, Glasgow, West Yorkshire, Kilkeel and Dublin.
SWISS names Michael Weinmann as its new Head of Media Relations
Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) has appointed Michael Weinmann as its new Head of Media Relations. He will take up his duties on 1 March 2025. In addition to his extensive journalistic experience, Michael Weinmann is a seasoned aviation specialist who also has a personal connection with the sector: as the holder of a private pilot’s license, he brings not only theoretical expertise but also practical flying experience to his new SWISS position.
TEN NEW ROUTES IN ONE DAY - HISTORIC MOMENT FOR ETIHAD
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is thrilled to announce the launch of ten new destinations starting in 2025. This announcement, part of the airline’s rapid expansion programme, fulfills its promise to provide guests with a route map featuring destinations they want to fly to, with connections and frequencies that suit their needs. It also allows Abu Dhabi to extend its renowned hospitality to more visitors from around the globe as a world-class tourism and business hub.
Bahamasair’s Up and Away Magazine Wins World’s Leading Inflight Magazine 2024
Bahamasair and its celebrated Up and Away magazine have soared to new heights, winning the prestigious title of World’s Leading Inflight Magazine 2024 at the Grand Final of the World Travel Awards. Held last weekend in Madeira, Portugal, the event recognized excellence across global travel and tourism, with Bahamasair’s inflight publication earning top honours for its captivating content and innovative design.
Cleared for Take-off: oneworld debuts its global marketing campaign
oneworld® has taken to the skies with its newest global marketing campaign, as it continues to soar during its 25th anniversary year. The campaign, targeted at premium globetrotters travelling for business and leisure, marks the alliance’s first major initiative in five years. With the aim of expanding its reach to new audiences globally, oneworld’s latest promotion is set to engage over 40 million travellers worldwide up until early December, with new digital out-of-home advertising at a number of key airport locations across the world, including at member airline hubs.
Turkish Airlines revamps its amenity kit Concept
Turkish Airlines, the airline that flies to more countries than any other, continues to maintain its innovative spirit while providing its guests with a high-quality travel experience. The global brand has introduced its Business Class passengers to a new amenity kit collection designed in collaboration with Lanvin.
justfly.com partners with InterLnkd to launch first virtual shopping mall for US travellers
InterLnkd, the travel industry’s intelligent shopping mall partner, has today announced that justfly.com has become the first online travel agency to bring its pre-travel shopping platform to US travellers. Powered by InterLnkd’s intelligent matching engine, the new virtual ‘shopping mall’ provides justfly.com customers with curated recommendations across fashion, beauty, and essential products, tailored to their upcoming vacations.