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The long-awaited China Airlines “Pikachu Jet CI” is departing soon!
The one-day micro-trip aboard “Pikachu Jet CI” scheduled for September 30 will give the general public a chance to see the Pokémon up close. The flight will take off from Taoyuan Airport and land at Taipei-Songshan Airport. Only 80 seats are available and bookings start on September 12. The “Pikachu Jet CI” will formally greet Pokémon fans when it makes its first flight on the Taipei (Songshan) - Tokyo (Haneda) route on October 2.
Qatar Airways Offers Fans Exclusive Travel Packages to Attend the Blockbuster Lusail Super Cup
Qatar Airways announces the availability of travel packages for fans travelling to attend the Lusail Super Cup. The all-inclusive packages include match tickets, flights, and accommodation, allowing passionate football fans to book their seats and cheer on their favourite team
Mauro Di Leo joins FIVE Palm Jumeirah as Cinque’s executive chef
Dubai’s FIVE Palm Jumeirah has appointed a new executive chef for Italian restaurant Cinque. Mauro Di Leo, who was featured in the Caterer Middle East 30 under 30 list, previously worked with Raffles, The Palm, leading the kitchen at Matagi.
How Marriott is leading the way with luxury properties in Saudi Arabia
As Saudi Arabia’s tourism plans gather more speed as we edge towards Saudi Vision 2030 becoming a reality, so do Marriott International‘s own plans in the Kingdom. Marriott’s portfolio is growing in KSA, with some of the group’s most luxurious brands coming to the country’s biggest tourism developments and citie
Saudia to serve Red Sea Farms’ sustainably farmed food on flights
Red Sea Farms, a Saudi AgTech company has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Saudia, the national flag carrier of the Kingdom. The partnership will provide the airline’s guests with sustainable, locally-sourced foods, lowering ‘food miles’ by replacing imports
The New Atlantis The Royal In Dubai To Open In November 2022
Open in second week of November, this is one of the most luxury experiential resorts in the World. The new iconic landmark of Dubai, Atlantis The Royal on the Palm Jumeirah welcomes you to an experience that will completely redefine your perspective of luxury.
Emirates remains one of the world’s top 10 airlines by passenger traffic
Emirates remains one of the world’s top 10 airlines by passenger traffic, carrying more than 19 million passengers in 2021. The Dubai airline ranks seventh as aviation analytics firm Cirium revealed its 2021 World Airline Passenger Rankings.
Hawaiian Airlines Sued By Sabre For Alleged Contract Breach
Global Distribution System (GDS) provider Sabre filed a lawsuit in the Southern District of New York against the American carrier Hawaiian Airlines for an alleged breach of contract
Fiji relaxes entry requirements for travellers
Tourists visiting Fiji are no longer required to take a Covid-19 test on arrival. Previously, visitors were required to pre-book a rapid antigen test (RAT) to be taken within 72 hours of arrival. If the test was positive, tourists were required to undergo seven days of isolation.
Delta Air Lines soared at the World Travel Awards
Delta Air Lines soared at the World Travel Awards, scooping major prizes as part of the North American leg of the global industry showcase.
Ryanair announces winter shutdown of Athens base
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.
Relaxed Restrictions Meet High Demand in Asia Pacific
Since the start of the year, there has been considerable variation in travel and immigration regulations throughout the Asia Pacific area. Regionally, international connections are strengthening rapidly.