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Emirates to extend Premium Economy to all A380 services to New York
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has announced that its A380 services to New York JFK will all feature four cabin classes, including the award-winning Premium Economy cabin. The direct flights EK201/202, which serve the daily Dubai/ New York JFK service, are scheduled to operate with Premium Economy from 1 December.
Qatar Airways and China Southern Airlines Expand Flights and Codeshare Partnership Ahead of the Chin
Qatar Airways and China Southern Airlines today announce a major expansion of their codeshare partnership and an increase in frequencies between Doha and Beijing ahead of the Golden Week holiday period in China. This growth builds on the Memorandum of Understanding signed last year, reinforcing the airlines’ shared commitment to delivering greater connectivity for global travellers from China.
SeaLink Joins Tourism Queensland’s Carrie-Van adventure along the Pacific Coast Way
Dreaming of the perfect Australian road trip? Then type in Pacific Coast Way in your navigation console and head to the Queensland coast for a truly epic road trip like no other. SeaLink Marine & Tourism is hitting the highway with Tourism & Events Queensland (TEQ), joining forces with Carrie Bickmore and Tommy Little to encourage travellers to load up the car and explore an amazing road trip adventure full of sunshine, coastal views, rest and relaxation.
The St. Regis Maldives Launches The Tastemaker Series
The St. Regis Maldives Vommuli Resort has announced the launch of The Tastemaker Series, a new lineup of curated experiences debuting in Q4 2025. This thoughtfully designed program will bring together world-class chefs, acclaimed mixologists, renowned wellness practitioners, and global tastemakers to deliver exceptional moments for guests of the resort.
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Malaysia Aviation Group Accelerates Growth With New Routes, Added Frequencies and Elevated In-Flight
Malaysia Aviation Group (MAG) today unveiled significant enhancements to its network and product offering, reinforcing the Group’s growth strategy and commitment to delivering greater connectivity and elevated travel experiences across its airlines. With new routes, added frequencies, and innovative in-flight dining, MAG continues to build momentum as it strengthens its regional presence while charting Malaysia Airlines’ journey towards becoming one of the world’s Top 10 global airlines by 2030.
‘Beautiful Autumn’: Roger Federer and Halle Berry Light Up Autumn in Switzerland in New Short Film
In a humorous and inspiring new film shot amid the breathtaking scenery of Lake Lucerne, tennis legend Roger Federer meets Hollywood star Halle Berry while travelling on some of the country’s most iconic public transport routes. Once again, the campaign highlights the tourism potential of this colourful season and its growing significance for the travel industry.
Ski Safari Launches Three New & Exclusive Japan Ski & City Safaris for 2025/26
With demand for Japan at an all-time high - search traffic up 50% and enquiries soaring 124% year-on-year - Ski Safari has created three all-new Ski & City Safaris that combine Japan’s legendary powder with the very best of its culture, cuisine and history. New for winter 2025/26 and ahead of their 30th anniversary in 2026, Ski Safari’s exciting themed trips build on the success of their popular Taste of Japan Ski Safari, offering a fresh, immersive way to discover more of the country - both on and off the slopes.
Royal Caribbean Celebrates Start of Construction on Fourth Icon Class Vacation
Royal Caribbean’s fourth Icon Class vacation has officially started physical construction and marked the milestone with a keel-laying ceremony. The moment took place at the Meyer Turku shipyard in Turku, Finland, where the first block of the ship was lifted and placed on top of a layer of freshly minted coins.
RateGain rolls out the first CRS-integrated AI voice agent for hotels
RateGain Travel Technologies Limited (RateGain), a global provider of AI-powered SaaS solutions for the travel and hospitality industry, today announced the rollout of UNO VIVA, the first CRS-integrated AI voice agent built for hotels. UNO VIVA is built on UNO, RateGain’s AI-powered hotel commerce platform, and is designed to streamline and optimize the voice reservation journey for hotels. After its release in Asia last April, UNO VIVA is now expanding across Europe, offering a scalable solution that can be deployed independently or alongside CRS/PMS systems to handle reservation-related calls with speed, intelligence, and consistency.
TAP Air Portugal introduces Bluetooth connectivity on board
TAP Air Portugal has enhanced the in-flight entertainment experience on its long-haul aircraft with the implementation of a software update that allows Economy Class passengers to connect their personal Bluetooth headphones to the individual screens of the in-flight entertainment system. This innovation reinforces TAP’s commitment to offering a more comfortable and sustainable travel experience. The Bluetooth functionality offers greater comfort and convenience to passengers, generally with superior sound quality compared to the disposable headphones provided free of charge.
Air Canada Unveils Palma de Mallorca as its First New Route for Airbus A321XLR Starting Summer 2026
Air Canada announced today Montréal to Palma de Mallorca as its first brand new route to be operated by its Airbus A321 extra-long range (XLR) aircraft. Delivery of the XLR fleet begins in the first quarter of 2026, and in June 2026, Air Canada will inaugurate service from Montréal to the Spanish island in the western Mediterranean onboard this new aircraft. Seats are available for sale now at aircanada.com and through Travel Agents.
South Korea Rises as a Culinary Powerhouse
As culinary travel reaches new heights in 2025, South Korea has become one of the world’s premier food destinations, proudly home to 40 MICHELIN-starred restaurants featured in the latest MICHELIN Guide Seoul & Busan 2025. During a visit to Korea, travelers will experience a dynamic dining scene where traditions and innovation meet.