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Qantas Group Reports $1.25 Billion Underlying Profit Before Tax in First Half of FY24
The Qantas Group has released its financial results for the first half of FY24, reporting an Underlying Profit Before Tax of $1.25 billion, down 13% from the same period in FY23. This decline is attributed to lower fares as capacity normalizes, with revenue per available seat kilometer impacted by reduced fares.
MSC Cruises Introduces Winter 2024-25 Canary Islands Itinerary with MSC Opera
MSC Cruises has unveiled its plans to deploy the MSC Opera to the Canary Islands for the winter 2024-25 season, with bookings now available. The ship will embark on 7-night voyages featuring six ports of call, starting from Santa Cruz de Tenerife and concluding back in Tenerife.
Radisson RED Launches Its Vibrant Style in Southeast Europe with Radisson RED Belgrade
Radisson Hotel Group introduces its dynamic Radisson RED brand to Southeast Europe with the opening of Radisson RED Belgrade, a stylish lifestyle hotel located in the heart of Belgrade, Serbia. Boasting a fusion of modern design and traditional charm, the hotel offers 88 contemporary accommodation units and features vibrant communal spaces including a rooftop bar with panoramic city views.
Singapore Aviation Industry Eyes Hydrogen Fuel for Decarbonization
The Singapore Hydrogen Cooperation Committee, comprising Airbus, Changi Airport Group, Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS), and Linde, is spearheading efforts to integrate hydrogen fuel into the nation’s aviation decarbonization strategy.
Qantas Group Unveils Airbus A220 Interiors and Expansion Plans
The Qantas Group has disclosed details regarding its Airbus A220s, set to commence commercial flights next month, amidst a multi-billion dollar investment program. The A220s, gradually replacing Boeing 717s, offer enhanced features including spacious cabins, fast Wi-Fi, and increased range, enabling new route options.
Days Inn Offers $10,000 Solar Sun-ternship to Capture 2024 Solar Eclipse
Days Inn by Wyndham is offering a unique opportunity for two adventurous friends to become Solar Sun-terns and witness the 2024 total solar eclipse from a private helicopter. The selected duo will capture their experience through photo and video content to share with Days Inn guests on social media, earning each of them a $5,000 payday.
Swissport’s Aspire Executive Lounges Partners with oneworld for New Lounge Experience at Schiphol
Swissport’s Aspire Executive Lounges, in collaboration with oneworld, has inaugurated the second alliance lounge at Amsterdam Schiphol Airport, following the successful launch of the first in Korea. The lounge offers modern amenities, including ergonomic seating, meeting booths, and a botanical room, catering to travelers’ comfort and productivity.
United Announces Daily Nonstop Flights Between Guam and Tokyo-Haneda
United Airlines will launch daily nonstop flights between Guam and Tokyo Haneda International Airport on May 1*. Flights will operate year-round and create a more direct link between Guam and Japan’s capital, given the Haneda airport’s proximity to the city center. These new flights build on United’s 32 weekly flights between Guam and Tokyo-Narita, and tickets will go on sale tonight.
Sandals® and Beaches® Resorts Invite Guests to ‘Love and Let Fly’ in Celebration of New Airlift
A new flight connection calls for a landing ovation – and a new set-jetting package for Sandals Resorts and Beaches Resorts guests – as the first-ever U.S. commercial flight descends upon majestic Ocho Rios, Jamaica on February 24th. In homage to the swift and seamless journey directly into the Caribbean Riviera, Sandals’ and Beaches’ new “Love and Let Fly” package transcends traveler wanderlust from the silver screen to the golden Jamaican beaches coveted for decades by film producers and vacationers alike.
Carnival Corporation Announces New Pier Extension for Celebration Key in The Bahamas
Carnival Corporation & plc, the world’s largest cruise company, today announced plans for a $100 million pier extension that will double the arrival capacity of Celebration Key™, Carnival Cruise Line’s new exclusive destination scheduled to open on Grand Bahama island in the summer of 2025.
UNDERWATER PERFORMANCES SHINE IN CAPTIVATING NEW MULTIMEDIA EXPERIENCE
Immersive Design studio Float4 transforms the lobby of The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, a distinct luxury resort and casino, with a stunning visual art piece titled Opulence. The majestic multimedia installation immerses guests in a fantasy world where surreal characters come to life, suspended in a dreamlike environment.
Wego Announces Exciting Partnership with Malta Tourism
Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in MENA and India, is thrilled to announce its newest collaboration with Malta Tourism, aimed at providing travelers with unparalleled access to the country.