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Thai AirAsia Expands to Japan in Anticipation of Southeast Asia Tourism Rebound
Thai AirAsia is betting that the easing of travel restrictions in Japan and Thailand will translate to strong pent-up demand for flights between the two countries. The airline, along with many others, is adding new routes in the market as the Asian travel recovery picks up.
Have Tech, Will Travel
In spite of rising inflation and falling 401Ks, consumers are pushing ahead with travel plans — at least for this summer. To make vacations work — and to work during vacations — many will also be looking for tech that will make that economy flight a little more comfortable and that Airbnb a little more like home.
Spain travel warning as airport workers vote to strike
The summer of travel chaos is set to continue with staff in airports across Spain voting in favour of strike action. Workers, protesting against conditions and low pay, are planning 24-hour stoppages on 25 days between September and December.
British Airways cuts close to 2 million seats this winter
After cancelling tens of thousands of Heathrow flights during the summer season – mainly due to a lack of resources – British Airways is cancelling thousands more during the winter.
In Las Vegas, Dream is closer to reality
Dream Las Vegas, a 20-story, 531-room hotel-casino, is under construction and expected to open on the Las Vegas Strip in late 2024.
Cebu Pacific to Increase Flights to South Korea
Travellers from the Philippines will now be able to fly with Cebu Pacific to South Korea any day of the week, as the airlines plan to operate a daily service from September 9.
Solare Hotels and Resorts choose Sabre as the tech partner
This will strengthen Sabre’s position in the Japanese marketplace while enabling Solare Hotels to broaden its geographic reach and potential revenue opportunities.
Manchester regains direct China air link
A direct air link between Manchester and China is due to be restored today (Monday) for the first time since the start of the pandemic.
Scandinavian Airlines Suspends 1,700 Flights Due to Pilot Strike
Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) has decided to cancel 1,700 flights scheduled for the next months due to a pilot strike.
More than just sun, sand, and sea: Seychelles in a new light
In an attempt to reduce its reliance on the European market, Seychelles tourism looks at India as the key prospect
Vietnam tour guides cash in as summer travel booms
Vietnam tour guides cash in as summer travel booms Tour guides specializing in serving domestic tourists have been enjoying a lucrative summer after losing more than two years of work to the Covid pandemic.
Tourism Tasmania has launched its new immersive and personalised digital experience
Tourism Tasmania has launched its new immersive and personalised digital experience, Discover Tasmania, which enables users to explore Tasmania and helps travellers shape a trip best suited to their preferences.