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ETIHAD AIRWAYS OPERATES FIRST FLIGHT TO AL QASSIM
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the UAE, today celebrated the start of its flights to Al Qassim, marking the first flight ever connecting the UAE’s capital with Al Qassim in the central region of KSA.
World Ski Awards opens 2024 race for votes
World Ski Awards – the only global initiative programme to recognise, reward and celebrate excellence in ski tourism – has opened the race for votes for its 2024 programme.
Etihad offers pioneering live online advice for guest travel requirements
Etihad Airways has launched an innovative online chat feature designed to ensure its guests have the latest accurate information on the documents they need before they travel. The system can be accessed through the airline’s online chat feature on etihad.com, found in the ‘Get In Touch’ section of the Help page. Simply choose the Travel Guidelines and Transit Information in the chat’s menu option. This guides customers through a series of questions and then lists the visa, ticket and travel documents they need, along with any other requirements.
Singapore Airlines To Launch Services To Beijing’s Daxing International Airport
Singapore Airlines (SIA) will launch daily flights between Singapore and Beijing’s Daxing International Airport on 11 November 2024, subject to regulatory approvals. Located in the south of Beijing, the airport gives customers convenient access to the Beijing, Hebei, and Tianjin regions, where several world cultural heritage sites are located, via a network of highways, subways, and railways.
SALE INTO SUMMER: BRITISH AIRWAYS ANNOUNCES SALE FOR FLIGHTS AND HOLIDAYS
The British Airways and British Airways Holidays summer sale has launched to brighten the mood and lift dampened spirits, forecasting blue skies and sandy toes for all those who book. Running until 11 July 2024, The Original Sale includes both flights and holiday packages to beach and city destinations. Holidays for 2024 and 2025 are in abundance, whether customers want to summer in Sicily, kick back in the Caribbean or TukTuk through Thailand.
Minor Hotels to Introduce NH Hotels & Resorts Brand to Bangkok
NH Bangkok Sukhumvit Boulevard will be the first NH in Bangkok, second in Thailand, as Minor Hotels maps the brand’s expansion outside of Europe and the Americas
Premier Inn launches four-day Summer Flash Sale with rooms from AED 99
Premier Inn Middle East will launch a four-day Summer Flash Sale on Tuesday, 25 June, with rooms from just AED 99++ for overnight stays until 30 September 2024. Book a summer staycation or invite your family and friends over for a Middle Eastern getaway with up to 40 per cent off at all Premier Inn hotels in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Doha. Plus, kids enjoy complimentary breakfast on bed and breakfast bookings. This means an entire family of four can stay overnight and enjoy Premier Inn’s famous all-you-can-eat breakfast from just AED 165++ per night.
Accor Launches Global Leadership Council to Shape the Future of Corporate Travel
The global hospitality Group and representatives from 17 international corporations form an advisory council to design and shape a new era of corporate travel and meetings for 2025 and beyond
Radisson Hotel Group to bring vibrant Radisson RED brand to the heart of Bangkok
The existing Park Plaza Bangkok Soi 18 will be rebranded and reimagined with a colorful new (upper-) upscale concept, before relaunching as Radisson RED Bangkok Sukhumvit 18 in Q4 2025.
Wyndham Rewards Unveils Summer’s Hottest Travel Deal: 30 Nights of Hotel Stays for $499
Summer is officially here and to celebrate, Wyndham Rewards® is launching the Ultimate Hotel Pass, a first-of-its kind offering that unlocks 30 nights of hotel stays for just $499 plus tax. Whether you’re longing for the sandy beaches of Mexico, a picturesque national park, or a vibrant Mediterranean escape, the limited-edition pass—good for stays through the end of September—is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to embark on a summer adventure unlike any other. Act fast though—only 25 passes are available and registration is required for a chance to purchase.
The Destination by Hyatt Brand Arrives in Peru with the Opening of The Legend Paracas Resort
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and El Pardo Hospitality today announced the debut of The Legend Paracas Resort, joining the Destination by Hyatt brand. The 124-suite resort invites guests and World of Hyatt members to discover the natural wonders and historical legacy of Paracas, located on the coast of Peru, about three hours south of Lima.
Master the Art of Biohacking With Jumeirah’s Global Portfolio of Hotels
Whether looking for a full transformation, or to simply introduce small changes to improve physical health, aid sleep, and foster mindfulness, guests of Jumeirah can explore a range of biohacking benefits across the global portfolio.