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American Airlines enhances inflight connectivity and entertainment
American continues to make its high-speed inflight Wi-Fi more accessible and easier to use, whether customers connect to work or browse the internet. From introducing a new way for AAdvantage® members to use their miles to consistently improving the inflight connectivity and entertainment experience, customers can look forward to making the most of their time onboard.
Domaine de la Reine Margot Paris Issy opens its doors in Issy-Les-Moulineaux
A new addition to the MGallery collection, located a stone’s throw from Paris
Radisson Hotel Group Appoints Nikhil Sharma as Managing Director and ASVP for South Asia
Radisson Hotel Group is pleased to announce the appointment of Nikhil Sharma as the Managing Director and Area Senior Vice President (ASVP) for South Asia, effective April 1, 2024.
The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts Presents ‘Spring Fling’ Offers, from GBP100++ Per Night
Boutique luxury hotel brand, The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts has launched its ‘Spring Fling’ offers. From 35 per cent off stays and complimentary room upgrades to discounts on discerning dining experiences, The Pavilions Hotels & Resorts is inviting guests on journeys of romance, wellbeing, family adventure and city exploration this spring.
Emirates’ Sakura Celebration: Savouring Japanese Culture at 40,000 Feet
Emirates is offering customers a taste of Japan’s Sakura season onboard flights from Dubai to Japan from March 25th to 31st, celebrating the arrival of Spring with special desserts, Kaiseki cuisine, and dedicated Japanese content on ice. Passengers traveling to Tokyo, Osaka, and Narita can indulge in Sakura-themed desserts in First and Business Class, alongside traditional kaiseki dinners meticulously prepared in Emirates’ dedicated Japanese kitchen. Additionally, a wide array of Japanese movies, music, and playlists are available on ice, enriching the inflight experience.
Japan Airlines Unveils Ambitious Fleet Renewal Plan
Japan Airlines (JAL) has announced an ambitious fleet renewal plan, introducing a total of 21 Airbus A350-900, 11 A321neo, and 10 Boeing 787-9 aircraft, aiming to enhance its international and domestic operations. With a focus on expanding capacity in regions like North America and Asia, JAL aims to grow its international network by approximately 1.4 times by 2030, while prioritizing the adoption of fuel-efficient aircraft to reduce CO2 emissions.
IHG and Hainan Airlines Forge New Heights in Travel Experience Integration
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) and Hainan Airlines have embarked on a groundbreaking partnership, introducing the ‘IHG Explorer’ aircraft and redefining air travel with a blend of hospitality and innovation. The collaboration brings bespoke business class amenities, including culturally immersive dining experiences and co-branded safety videos, to passengers traveling between Hainan Free Trade Port and major cities.
Tangier selected as the 2024 Global Host City of International Jazz Day
The 2024 edition of International Jazz Day will be celebrated in more than 190 countries on April 30. UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Herbie Hancock are pleased to announce that the city of Tangier, Morocco will serve as the Global Host and will anchor the International Jazz Day programs around the world.
Introducing Alaska Access: A new subscription service by Alaska Airlines
Alaska Airlines has launched a new subscription program for savvy, price-conscious guests that will save them time and money throughout the year. Travelers can now sign up for Alaska Access at just $5 per month to take advantage of exclusive savings.
SANASARYAN HAN, A LUXURY COLLECTION HOTEL, ISTANBUL, DEBUTS WITH DISTINCT ELEGANCE
The Luxury Collection, part of Marriott Bonvoy’s portfolio of over 30 extraordinary hotel brands, announces the opening of Sanasaryan Han, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Istanbul, situated in the heart of Istanbul’s historical peninsula. Istanbul, renowned as a captivating intersection of East and West, is a dynamic metropolis, home to historical landmarks, iconic monuments, and a rich culinary heritage.
LEGOLAND® New York Resort Enlists Professional ‘Players’
LEGOLAND® New York Resort is inviting parents to take a new kind of PTO this year: Play Time Off. Starting today, the initiative encourages parents to pledge a commitment to spending their PTO at LEGOLAND New York this summer. By visiting the ‘Take the Play Time Off’ website and being among the first 10,000 pledges, participants will have the chance to win “parents play free” entry codes for the Park.
JEDDAH HISTORIC DISTRICT LAUNCHES FIRST THREE HERITAGE HOTELS
Jeddah Historic District launches the restoration and regeneration of three historic properties in Al Balad into luxury hotels, an area of great historical and cultural significance on the West Coast of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with UNESCO heritage protection.