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Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Acquires European Hotel Brand Vienna House

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts Acquires European Hotel Brand Vienna House

9 September 2022 Press Release Hotel News

Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world’s largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,000 hotels in over 95 countries, today announced its acquisition of the Vienna House brand for €44 million ($44 million) adding an upscale and midscale portfolio of approximately 40 hotels and more than 6,000 rooms

Lufthansa pilot strike averted after agreement reached

Lufthansa pilot strike averted after agreement reached

7 September 2022 Airline News

A second strike by Lufthansa pilots was averted at the last minute when the airline and union came to an agreement over future pilot pay. The Vereinigung Cockpit (VC) union on Monday announced a second strike would start today and run for 24 hours for passenger pilots and 48 hours for cargo pilots.

PortAventura World is showcasing its longest and most sustainable Halloween celebration

PortAventura World is showcasing its longest and most sustainable Halloween celebration

7 September 2022 Press Release Tourism News Organisations & Operators

The longest and most terrifying season in PortAventura World’s history, which will last for more than 50 days, is here with big new additions. From 24th September until 13th November, thrill-seekers will be able to visit 6 passages of terror, as well as a wide range of shows involving more than 200 artists with almost 200 hours of shows per week.

Wizz Air Introduces Fixed Cabin Crew and Pilot Rosters

Wizz Air Introduces Fixed Cabin Crew and Pilot Rosters

6 September 2022 Airline News

One of Europe’s fastest-growing airlines is to introduce a fixed roster pattern for pilots and cabin crew as it seeks to shake off criticism over how it treats staff and attract new recruits to fill a growing number of vacancies across the continent.

Ryanair Opens Customer Panel To New Members

Ryanair Opens Customer Panel To New Members

6 September 2022 Press Release Airline News

Ryanair, Europe’s no.1 airline for low fares, choice, reliability, and customer service, today opened applications to join its Customer Panel and help improve Ryanair’s customer experience.

Ryanair announces winter shutdown of Athens base

Ryanair announces winter shutdown of Athens base

5 September 2022 Airline News

Ryanair has announced it will close its base in Athens for the winter, blaming a “dysfunctional” charging regime by the airport operator. In a statement, Ryanair said: “Athens Airport is a prime example of how the Greek government and German high-cost ownership is failing to deliver.

Venice Asks Tourists to Help Cut Down on Pollution

Venice Asks Tourists to Help Cut Down on Pollution

4 September 2022 Press Release Tourism News Organisations & Operators

The romantic destination of Venice, Italy is doing everything it can to help keep its famous canals and streets and squares looking pristine. The government is now asking tourists to help cut down on pollution by drinking from the many public water fountains that permeate cities like Venice in lieu of using plastic water bottles

NEW MANAGING DIRECTOR AT HOTEL ADLON KEMPINSKI BERLIN

NEW MANAGING DIRECTOR AT HOTEL ADLON KEMPINSKI BERLIN

4 September 2022 Press Release Hotel News

The new managing director at the world-famous Hotel Adlon Kempinski Berlin is called Karina Ansos and is the first woman ever to head the historic hotel at the Brandenburg Gate in the German capital as of mid-October. After three successful years, the previous director, Michael Sorgenfrey, is handing over the reins to his successor – he himself is taking a sabbatical. A return to one of the hotels of the worldwide Kempinski Hotels at a later date is not excluded.