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Finnair and IAG Loyalty expand partnership

Finnair and IAG Loyalty expand partnership

22 May 2024 Press Release Airline News

Finnair and IAG Loyalty have taken to the skies with an expanded partnership, offering customers the opportunity to link their loyalty programme account. The new relationship will, for the first time, allow members to link their Finnair Plus and British Airways Executive Club accounts, allowing the seamless transfer of Avios between both loyalty programme accounts.

Africa Travel Indaba 2024: Airlift Strategies for Economic Growth Discussed

Africa Travel Indaba 2024: Airlift Strategies for Economic Growth Discussed

20 May 2024 Press Release Travel Events News

The 2024 Africa Travel Indaba convened discussions on how airlift can drive economic development, tourism growth, and regional integration in Africa. Industry leaders including Ms. Mpumi Mpofu, CEO of Airports Company South Africa, and representatives from airlines such as CemAir and Kenya Airways participated in panel discussions addressing the challenges and opportunities surrounding airlift strategies on the continent.

American Airlines expands winter schedule with eight new routes to Latin America and the Caribbean

American Airlines expands winter schedule with eight new routes to Latin America and the Caribbean

While summer kicks off, customers can get a head start on planning to get away this winter with more options to visit the Caribbean and Latin America with American Airlines. In winter 2024, American will enhance its industry-leading short-haul international network with eight new routes and increased service, offering flights to more destinations than any other U.S. carrier in the region.

United Airlines Debuts New Onboard Safety Video

United Airlines Debuts New Onboard Safety Video

19 May 2024 Press Release Airline News

United has debuted a new onboard safety video where more than a dozen United employees provide clear, easy-to-follow demonstrations of critical safety procedures. The video was filmed inside a life-sized, airplane-inspired sequential reaction machine, with a creative concept designed to capture and keep the attention of even the most frequent fliers.

Emirates Receives Certified Autism Center™ Designation Plaques for all Check In Facilities in Dubai

Emirates Receives Certified Autism Center™ Designation Plaques for all Check In Facilities in Dubai

19 May 2024 Press Release Airline News Organisations & Operators

Emirates received the official Certified Autism Center™ Designation plaques for all four of its Dubai Check In facilities - Emirates City Check-in & Travel Store in DIFC, Emirates Cruise Check In - Port Rashid, Emirates Cruise Check In - Dubai Harbour and Emirates City Check-In Ajman, as well as for the Emirates’ dedicated hub in Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport (DXB).

Icelandair Lands in Pittsburgh, PA

Icelandair Lands in Pittsburgh, PA

18 May 2024 Press Release Airline News Tourism News

Where the land of Fire and Ice meets the land of Warhol and Whiskey, the Southeastern city of Pennsylvania is even more accessible to UK & Ireland travellers. From today until 27 October 2024, the new seasonal Icelandair service will offer 4x weekly flights from Iceland to Pittsburgh.

Turkish Airlines is entering into a new era with its New Distribution Capability (NDC) platform, TKC

Turkish Airlines is entering into a new era with its New Distribution Capability (NDC) platform, TKC

18 May 2024 Press Release Airline News Travel Technology News

Turkish Airlines is entering into a new era of distribution technologies with the launch of their New Distribution Capability (NDC) platform, TKCONNECT. Starting from 1 October 2024, TKCONNECT will provide a tailored marketplace, offering differentiated products and benefits, alongside empowering travel agents with exclusive content and services.