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Zurich Airport celebrates 75 years with anniversary events, exhibitions, and airport festival
Since the maiden flight 75 years ago, Zurich Airport has developed into Switzerland’s most important transport hub. In the anniversary year 2023, Zurich Airport looks back on its long history and looks ahead to future projects.
Hyatt Continues to Expand Luxury Portfolio with Plans for Hotel Flüela in Switzerland
Hyatt Hotels Corporation has announced that a Hyatt affiliate has entered into a franchise agreement with Davos Luxury Properties AG for Hotel Flüela.
Discover the Ultimate in Luxury
With breathtaking views of the Matterhorn and perched centrally above the enchanting village, the award winning and exclusive Chalet Zermatt Peak pays homage to architectural design and luxury.
Zurich Airport achieves fourth Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) level
Flughafen Zürich AG has taken another step forwards in terms of climate protection, reaching the fourth Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) level. This puts Zurich Airport among the top 10 % of airports worldwide that have received accreditation for their efforts to tackle climate change.
dnata Travel reveals the top summer holiday hotspots of 2022
With summer vacation time truly behind us, dnata Travel, the UAE’s longest serving travel provider, has declared the top five holiday destinations over summer 2022. In order of popularity, the top five are: Turkey, Thailand, Mauritius, Maldives and Switzerland.
Zurich Airport announces return of The Zauberpark
The Zauberpark at Zurich Airport is returning with its second edition. This year, too, a varied music and children’s program with artists such as Bastian Baker, Stress and Andrew Bond. Twelve new light art installations surround the circular path in the airport park. Presenting partner of the Zauberpark is Zürcher Kantonalbank.
Airport Shopping at Zurich Airport to undergo multi-stage renovation
Starting in November 2022, Airport Shopping at Zurich Airport will undergo renovations. The project includes more spacious passenger routes, new retail spaces and a food hall. The opening of the new areas is planned for 2026.
Zurich Airport to participate in Food Zurich
For the first time, Zurich Airport will participate in Food Zurich as one of its venues from 8 to 18 September. As part of the third-largest food festival in Europe, a variety of culinary experiences will take place at various locations at the Circle as well as the Airport Shopping.
SWISS brings starred cuisine from Zurich’s Baur au Lac aboard
SWISS will be offering its First and Business Class travellers culinary delights in collaboration with Zurich’s traditional Baur au Lac hotel from today onwards in the latest chapter of the airline’s ‘SWISS Taste of Switzerland’ inflight foodservice programme
Breaking Travel News interview: Christian Eckert, managing director, The Omnia
The Omnia has been honoured with the title of Switzerland’s Leading Boutique Hotel at the World Travel Awards. Here Breaking Travel News speaks to Christian Eckert, managing director of the property, to find out how it feels to have been recognised by voters from around the globe
Badrutt’s Palace to manage El Paradiso in St. Moritz
Badrutt’s Palace Hotel will manage El Paradiso mountain restaurant and club for the upcoming winter season, bringing the legendary culinary experience of the St. Moritz hotel to the slopes.
New UK-Switzerland deal boosts healthcare for travellers
The UK and Switzerland have signed an agreement designed to benefit citizens who live and work abroad in either country. Travellers will be able to receive healthcare and other benefits.