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SWISS to continue to offer Frey chocolates to its guests
The inflight chocolates distributed on all SWISS services will continue to come from Frey: the airline is extending its collaboration with Swiss food manufacturer Delica for a further three years from the beginning of April. SWISS has been sourcing its world-famous ‘SWISS Schöggeli’ bars from Frey since 2015. The complimentary chocolates are offered to passengers on every SWISS flight.
Virgin Atlantic Kicks off 40th Birthday Celebrations Naming New Aircraft After Sir Richard Branson
In the year that Virgin Atlantic turns 40, the airline will pay homage to its founder, Sir Richard Branson, by naming its latest state of the art aircraft in his honour. Ruby Rebel, registration G-VSRB, will salute Sir Richard and mark 40 years of Virgin Atlantic shaking up the travel industry.
FlyDubai to service Red Sea airport, marks first intl. flight to Saudi destination
The recently opened Red Sea International airport (RSI) in Saudi Arabia will welcome its first international flight on April 18 from Dubai. Budget carrier FlyDubai will commence twice-a-week operations from the UAE to the rapidly developing Red Sea destination.
Abu Dhabi’s Nurai Island is closing temporarily for renovations
The luxurious Nurai Island, a short boat ride from Saadiyat Island, closed its doors temporarily on March 29. The resort is due to undergo renovations, however the timeline for reopening has not yet been revealed.
Radisson Hotel Group welcomes back Chinese travelers
Together with its owners and shareholders Jin Jiang International, Radisson Hotel Group announces its “Guan Xin” (Welcome China) program which includes the expansion of its co-branded hotels as well as a new bespoke amenity program to create a home away from home for Chinese travelers.
The Marriott Vacation Clubs™ Announces Expanding City Collection With New Waikiki Resort Now Open
The Marriott Vacation Clubs™, a portfolio of vacation ownership brands operated by Marriott Vacations Worldwide (NYSE: VAC), understands there is a difference between visiting a city and seeing its sites, and truly experiencing it by discovering its secrets. With that in mind, the company announces The Marriott Vacation Clubs City Collection.
VIRGIN HOTELS CHAMPIONS INCLUSIVE TRAVEL FOR NEURODIVERSE TRAVELERS
With a comprehensive inclusivity program in partnership with Autism Double-Checked, Virgin Hotels provides a safe and comfortable stay for neurodiverse travelers and guests with hidden disabilities
Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom Announces Opening Dates for Iron Menace
The Northeast’s highly anticipated, first-ever dive roller coaster Iron Menace is ready for a dynamic event spanning two weekends prior to the Grand Opening of Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom on May 10, 2024.
Gulfstream G700 Earns FAA Certification
All-New G700 Certified with Even More Performance Enhancements
Ministry of Tourism of the Dominican Republic Comes Back to Miami
Public Event to Be Held at the JW Marriott Marquis on April 3, with Exclusive Experiences and Insights into the Country’s Tourism Scene
ALLEGIANT REPORTS FEBRUARY 2024 TRAFFIC
Allegiant Travel Company has reported preliminary passenger traffic results for February 2024.
Qatar Airways Successfully Concludes its Six Month Expo 2023 Doha Journey
Qatar Airways, the Official Strategic Partner of Expo 2023 Doha, has closed an eventful six months at Expo 2023 Doha with resounding success. This edition of the MENA region’s largest horticultural exhibition raised climate and desertification awareness through various exhibition stands, panel discussions and public activities.