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Europe’s Alternative Must-See Sports Revealed
Wife carrying championships, wine marathon and lake leaping contest top alternative summer sports Brits want to travel to Mud Olympics in Germany, Hobby Horse Championships in Finland and famous British Cheese rolling also feature on the list
South African Airways (SAA) has increased its number of flights to Mauritius
South African Airways (SAA) has increased its number of flights to Mauritius to meet the growing demand from travellers between South Africa and the tropical island destination.
Ethiopian Airlines’ MoU with Satarem Marks a New Era of Eco-Friendly Travel
Ethiopian Airlines Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Satarem America Inc. to partner on production and use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) in Ethiopia. Satarem shall produce SAF in the country, and Ethiopian Airlines has agreed to acquire the SAF from Satarem. With this MoU, Ethiopian Airlines Group has solidified its commitment to sustainability. This strategic partnership marks a significant step Ethiopian Airlines is taking towards a more sustainable and environmentally friendly future.
SWISS appoints Julia Wetter-Studinka as its new Head of Regional Sales Switzerland
Julia Wetter-Studinka has been appointed as SWISS’s new Head of Regional Sales Switzerland. She will take up her duties on 1 September 2024. Wetter-Studinka, who presently serves as SWISS’s Head of Corporate & TMC Key Account Management, succeeds Marco Willa, who has assumed a new function as Head of Onboard Experience for the Lufthansa Group.
Visit Greater Palm Springs Welcomes New Seasonal Flights by Porter Airlines from Toronto to PSP
Visit Greater Palm Springs welcomes Porter Airlines’ non-stop flights to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) from Toronto-Pearson International Airport (YYZ) this December. The new, winter seasonal service will begin on December 12 with three weekly flights.
Emirates reveals five most popular travel destinations among Koreans
As the summer vacation season hits its peak, Emirates, the largest international airline in the world, has unveiled the top five summer travel destinations that have been gaining popularity among Korean travellers - Zurich, Barcelona, Rome, Venice, and Prague. With its extensive global network and world-class products and services, Emirates continues to be the airline of choice for thousands of Korean passengers seeking to explore new and exciting destinations, having carried over 35,000 passengers last summer season alone between Incheon and Dubai, as well as beyond.
Boeing Board Names Kelly Ortberg President and CEO
Boeing have announced that its Board of Directors has elected Robert K. “Kelly” Ortberg as the company’s new president and chief executive officer, effective August 8, 2024. Ortberg will also serve on Boeing’s Board of Directors.
Avelo Airlines Extends West Coast Flight Schedule Through Early Next Year to 18 Popular Destinations
Avelo Airlines announced today it is extending its West Coast flight schedule through early January 2025. Avelo Customers can now book early winter and holiday travel to 18 popular destinations across the Western United States through January 7, 2025.
Lufthansa remains a partner of Team Deutschland and Team Deutschland Paralympics
Deutsche Sport Marketing, which markets the rights for the German Olympic Sports Confederation (DOSB) and the German Disabled Sports Association (DBS), and Lufthansa Airlines are extending their partnership up to and including 2026. The German airline will therefore remain the official airline of Team Deutschland and Team Deutschland Paralympics. The DOSB and Lufthansa have been cooperating since 2005 and the partnership with the DBS since 2009.
American Airlines renews subscription with Sabre PRISM
Sabre, a leading software and technology company powering the global travel industry, has announced that American Airlines has renewed its subscription to PRISM, Sabre’s industry-leading corporate travel contract management solution used by more than 30 of the world’s premier airlines.
Croatia Airlines takes delivery of its first A220 in new livery
Croatia’s flag carrier and a member of Star Alliance, Croatia Airlines, has taken delivery of its first A220-300 at Airbus Mirabel site, in Canada. This delivery is part of the renewal of the airline’s entire fleet with new-generation aircraft, the biggest project in the history of the company which is celebrating its 35th anniversary this year.
Next-gen ancillaries could save airlines from post-summer yield plunge, says InterLnkd
With inflation squeezing customers and airlines scrambling to fill seats, industry giants like Ryanair and Cathay Pacific are sounding the alarm: yields are likely to soften at the end of the summer. According to InterLnkd – the travel industry’s intelligent shopping mall partner – savvy airlines are already ahead of the curve, embracing innovative concepts to diversify their ancillary revenue streams.